Smart Meetings

JULY 26, 2024

If you missed the webinar, fear not—below are six takeaways. Be sure to check out our other upcoming webinars and register here. Transparency is an asset when negotiating with vendors Incentive packages have greatly improved over the years in both quality and customization.

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SmartMeetings

MARCH 19, 2019

Writing contracts and negotiating terms with suppliers can be tricky. In a recent Smart Meetings webinar, veteran hospitality contracts attorney Lisa Sommer Devlin shared some tips for creating win-win contracts. Here are the contract clauses you shouldn’t do without. More : Webinars from Smart Meetings.

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SmartMeetings

MARCH 12, 2020

attorney at Devlin Law Firm, explained in a recent Smart Meetings Accelerator webinar “ COVID-19 Considerations for Meetings Contracts ” that the answer is complicated. The facts are that the Centers for Disease Control says that the risks of [contracting] COVID-19 are very low in the United States,” Devlin said.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 9, 2018

Risk management is a dedicated preparedness rather than simply a mental exercise, according to Lisa Sommer Devlin, the most recent Smart Meetings webinar host. In these cases, Delvin said, it all comes down to making sure the contract covers every eventuality. “A Beyond contracts however, things begin to get murky. Legal Risks.

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MeetingsNet

MAY 21, 2019

Webinar live date: June 13, 2019 at 2pm ET / 11am PT. Webinar live date: June 13, 2019 at 2pm ET / 11am PT. There are unfamiliar challenges when negotiating and contracting with foreign hotels, convention centers, and other vendors; different cultures to understand; and potential risks to be explored. Speaker: John S.

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 2, 2023

Listen to the entire webinar here. To help planners avoid the inevitable headache, Smart Meetings sat down with Huong Nguyen, CEO and founder of Shiloh Events , to find the best path forward for meeting planners looking for the right event tech for their needs. Nguyen posed a few questions for planners to ask themselves.

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Arlo Training & Events Software

DECEMBER 15, 2024

Step Two: Dont Overlook the Value of Education In an industry as complex and rapidly evolving as construction, continual learning is non-negotiable. One of the projects we work on very closely is contract-related for big contracts in construction, and anytime theres a legislative change, we need to communicate that to our membership.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 3, 2018

According to recent Smart Meetings webinar hosts Elaine Williams and Sallee Pavlovich, however, the answers are right at planners’ fingertips. Due to the cycle of the market, business conditions for hotels are currently favorable, leading to tougher negotiations and competition for planners in the next few years.

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Eventmobi

SEPTEMBER 27, 2018

Join us for a 30-minute webinar with a 20+ year event industry veteran! Sign #3: You’re sharing licenses/contracts for your event technologies with 1-2 teams (other than your own). Sign #4: You’re not able to negotiate costs for event technology. Better opportunity to negotiate costs with one vendor. Digital signage.

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MeetingsNet

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

7 business-event pros weigh in on how to get what you need in an event contract and stay on budget. Finding ways to solve these challenges was the focus of a September 24 webinar hosted by Global DMC Partners titled “How to Negotiate in a Supplier-Driven Market.” Sound familiar?

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SmartMeetings

JULY 25, 2019

In Smart Meetings’ latest webinar, Erin Wendell, senior director of event management at Maritz Travel, shared her tips and tricks when working with all-inclusive properties for incentive programs. During your two- or three-night site inspection and prior to signing a contract, Wendell’s smart tip is “ negotiate, negotiate, negotiate.

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Expo Pass

JULY 2, 2024

Our recent webinar, Smart Planning for Destination Events , was hosted by our spectacular team and featured two experts in destination events. When negotiating your venue contracts, try to get free WiFi or, if not free, negotiate a more manageable price. The post Smart Planning for Destination Events (Webinar Recap).

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SmartMeetings

DECEMBER 22, 2016

Webinars that provide CEU credits are a great resource for planners looking to expand their knowledge and further their careers. Smart Meetings regularly offers free webinars that cover a range of valuable topics, from contract negotiation to sourcing strategies. These are a few of our most popular webinars from 2016.

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Connect Your Meetings

SEPTEMBER 12, 2019

Register for webinar. How would you handle an unanticipated budget increase of $40,000 because the venue’s contract had fine print that dictated your client had to use the in-house preferred supplier for all breakout rooms? a consulting agency dedicated to reviewing and negotiating balanced event contracts.

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MeetingsNet

MAY 10, 2018

Webinar live date: June 21, 2018 at 2pm ET / 11am PT. Webinar live date: June 21, 2018, 2018 at 2pm ET / 11am PT. During this one-hour webinar, you’ll: Understand today's trends that impact international meeting management. Review key questions to include on your RFP process and specific negotiations and contract tips.

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Event Leadership Institute

JULY 28, 2021

Please note: This story and referenced webinar are intended for educational purposes only and do not replace independent professional judgment. If you or your organization require expert assistance, you should contract the services of a professional. The most important thing is to be a fully informed planner, Eisenstodt said.

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SmartMeetings

MARCH 27, 2020

Online, on-demand classes are led by working leaders in the field, including Brandt Kruger on chatbots and mobile apps , Mark Addison on Experience Design and Lindsay Maloni on negotiating contracts. They allow planners to access tips that work in the real world. Event & Meeting Management Fundamentals Starts March 31.

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Endless Events

MAY 13, 2022

Today, there are many ways to prepare for a career in event planning: Work on your soft skills, Get a degree, Get a certificate, Look for free content (webinars, podcasts, e-books, blogs), Work at events (as a volunteer), Build a strong network of event profs (join communities).

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Eventmobi

JULY 13, 2023

Get contracts signed. A signed contract helps protect both parties and outlines expectations clearly. Now it’s time to negotiate! This usually involves signing a contract and paying a deposit. Don’t be shy about checking in if you don’t hear back in a reasonable time. A friendly nudge can go a long way!

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SmartMeetings

AUGUST 8, 2019

In a Smart Meetings exclusive webinar , Catherine Chaulet, president of Global DMC Partners, shared eight safety tips for your next intercontinental meeting. Negotiate Carefully. International contracts for vendors and venues could require different negotiation tactics than in the U.S. Put Safety First.

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Event Industry News

MAY 7, 2020

Human psychology, Nature, collaboration, contract negotiations and more. Sessions will address hot topics including resilience, the future of work, creative event design for a new era, crisis communication, contract negotiations, technology, wellbeing and psychology. EduMonday Live kicks off at 10am UK time.

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SmartMeetings

MAY 7, 2020

What are hidden costs planners should be aware of when negotiating audiovisual contracts? Should you ask how new the equipment is and negotiate on that? I don’t feel that this should be a form of leverage in negotiation, but it’s a point for you to note when selecting suppliers. It’s time to cue the Q&A. In many ways.

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SmartMeetings

SEPTEMBER 2, 2020

Access one of our many webinars , which provide relevant information that can increase your meetings knowledge. Then why not something that lets you show off the skills meeting professionals are revered for, such as organization, creativity, problem-solving, attention to detail and contract negotiation?

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Eventmobi

JANUARY 24, 2019

Grants and contracts. Negotiate speaker contracts carefully and be clear about expenses speakers can claim. Watch our webinar How To Get Approval for Your Event App. Concession (food and beverage and merchandise sales). Donations / Philanthropy. Exhibit or exposition booth rental fees. Management fees. Merchandise sales.

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Endless Events

OCTOBER 24, 2018

WIFI fees just much like all hotel restrictions are negotiable and there are ways to cut costs! From simple steps you can take, to negotiation tips he lays it all out there! And we have done many webinars on cybersecurity, so you want to make sure that you have secure WIFI, and happy to talk about it a little bit more. #

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Endless Events

JANUARY 22, 2019

They will answer questions regarding speeds, signal strengths, contract negotiations, and so much more. – Endless, Glisser, and Trade Show Internet – the industry leaders in event success – have teamed up to bring you a complete webinar on how to improve your event Wi-Fi. This is a can’t miss episode!

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Connect Your Meetings

JANUARY 8, 2019

If you feel like you have difficulty with AV budgeting you aren’t alone: 67 percent of people in Connect’s recent webinar said they found pricing most challenging when working with or hiring AV companies. If you don’t understand what you’re paying for, how can you negotiate? Negotiate In-House Venue AV Restrictions.

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Event Planning BluePrint

OCTOBER 30, 2022

Access to on-demand versions of Socio webinars. Negotiating with Vendors. On-Demand Webinar: Virtual Event Engagement. On-Demand Webinar: Plan for Hybrid. On-Demand Webinar: Virtual Event Strategy. On-Demand Webinar: Virtual Speakers. contract negotiations, and. Event Planning Contracts.

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Endless Events

APRIL 12, 2019

Watch our free webinar How To Avoid An Event AV Disaster. #15. In fact, you should ideally hire your AV company before you even sign your venue contract. They will also help negotiate out any unnecessary venue fees. If they are not included you can try to negotiate this fee out before signing. #11. Planning an event?

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Planning Pod

APRIL 12, 2020

For each budget line item, you should account for the following: Estimated amount (how much you want to spend) Negotiated amount (the agreed upon price with your supplier) Actual amount (invoiced amount) Amount paid to date Amount still owed Payment due dates w/ amounts due.

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TicketBud

DECEMBER 5, 2023

The earlier you can sign a contract, the better chance you have of nailing down special rates. Consider a tiered system that offers diverse event types and formats – webinars, workshops, meet-ups. To keep these flagship events at the forefront, plan ahead to book venues and secure highly sought out entertainers, speakers or vendors.

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Event Industry News

MAY 20, 2020

Contracts to renegotiate. Whether you’re rescheduling an event or requesting a refund, you can’t negotiate effectively until you understand what the other person wants. She brings to her position more than 25 years of experience in designing and delivering professional development seminars and webinars. Cancellations.

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Cvent: Event Marketing

AUGUST 30, 2018

Check out our free webinar for a sneak peak at some of these great features! Negotiate Better with the Cvent Supplier Network. Account Manager Danielle Galloway loves helping clients leverage the power of the Cvent Supplier Network to find great venues, track spending, and negotiate more effectively. Register Now!

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SmartMeetings

DECEMBER 29, 2016

Take a few minutes to enroll in free event planning webinars that can teach you the finer points of contract negotiation, event technology and more. Read books about meeting planning and career advice, subscribe to e-newsletters and listen to free podcasts for planners.

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Plan Your Meetings

MAY 31, 2018

Not only can you find info about free Plan Your Meetings webinars here, but the MPI Academy has generously allowed us to build into this edition its “Art of the Deal: Strategic Hotel & Contract Negotiations” webinar—for free!

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SmartMeetings

SEPTEMBER 21, 2020

It has given me a little bit more credence, a little more credibility, in different negotiations with facilities and dealings with suppliers. Choices range from Contract and Negotiation Specialist to Health Care Meeting Compliance, to Inclusive Meetings Strategist and Emergency Preparedness for Meetings and Events.

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SmartMeetings

NOVEMBER 20, 2019

A webinar by Skyline Exhibits aimed to answer that, hosted by Sofia Troutman, senior digital marketing and product innovation manager, and Jon Althoff, senior director of global marketing. Also make sure you budget for event insurance—and check for indemnification clauses in your contract with the venue.

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