Smart Meetings

MARCH 7, 2022

Read More : Harness the Power of Negotiation for Post-Covid Success. In some cases, event planners are fixing the plane in mid-air, but three key themes have emerged to define how events will continue building upon their own success: management, engagement and growth. Evolutionary Changes. The playbook is still in production.

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Technology Event Technology Negotiating Events 264

Smart Meetings

APRIL 4, 2023

Read More: Ty Sheaks on Force Majeure Contract Clauses “Now that we have all experienced the cancellation world of Covid, meeting planners should be sure to reference cancelations with the phrases: disease, viral outbreak, epidemic. Simply stating Covid-19 will not be enough if your event is impacted by something completely different.”

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2023 Meetings Contracts Government 244

Eventinterface

AUGUST 28, 2017

Prior to posing this question, know the details of your event’s Scope of Work. This is very important because event planning covers a range of tasks, and not all event planners cover them all. He or she will be able to guide you with your messaging as well as event marketing strategies.

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Speakers Negotiating Events Financial 37

Planning Pod

MARCH 26, 2025

So we wrote this post to equip you with the knowledge you need to build a robust defense against it, and ultimately regain control of your events. Planning Pod is the ultimate end-to-end solution to help event businesses of all sizes fight scope creep.

Contracts 78

Contracts Negotiating Consulting Financial 78

Eventtia

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

This guide aims to simplify the process by offering a step-by-step framework on how to identify the event planning platform that meets your requirements. Types of Event Management Software Event planning solutions take multiple forms, catering to different needs and requirements.

Event Management 117

Event Management Management Negotiating Financial 117

Social Tables

DECEMBER 13, 2016

International event planning outside your home country is highly likely to take you outside of your comfort zone. Lewis, my favorite are his national communication pattern diagrams which can be found on 23 fascinating diagrams reveal how to negotiate with people around the world. Collect References Overseas.

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Event Planning Negotiating Social Media Trade Shows 60

TicketBud

OCTOBER 4, 2023

Finalize and use event details, such as partnerships or novel experiences, to pique interest and build interest in your event. Tease your audiences with news about what they can expect and encourage those who have already committed to refer others to your event.

Event Planning 78

Event Planning Entertainment Sponsorships Social Media 78

Guidebook

JANUARY 8, 2024

Managing events is stressful. You need an event planning checklist to support you from beginning to end. From picking a venue and speakers to ensuring you’ve sent out thank you notes and running a post-event debrief, there’s a lot to think about. We suggest tailoring your checklist to fit your event.

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Event Planning Food and Beverage Social Media Speakers 78

Guidebook

JANUARY 8, 2024

Managing events is stressful. You need an event planning checklist to support you from beginning to end. From picking a venue and speakers to ensuring you’ve sent out thank you notes and running a post-event debrief, there’s a lot to think about. We suggest tailoring your checklist to fit your event.

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Event Planning Food and Beverage Social Media Speakers 78

Social Tables

JUNE 12, 2024

Event stage designers work with lighting, sound, and stage design to build an immersive space and improve the overall atmosphere of an event. Ticketing vendors, like online ticketing platforms, can streamline pre-event planning, speed up registration, and sell more event tickets through automation.

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Contracts Food and Beverage Entertainment Venues 158

SmartMeetings

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

Negotiation experts share tips for building win-win event contracts The ROI is in the details when drafting a vendor contract. A win-win contract allows everyone to feel that their biggest risks are covered and they can partner in good faith to execute confidently while working creatively to deliver the best event possible.

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Contracts Negotiating 2024 Hotels 98

Eventtia

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

This guide aims to simplify the process by offering a step-by-step framework on how to identify the event planning platform that meets your requirements. Types of Event Management Software Event planning solutions take multiple forms, catering to different needs and requirements.

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Event Management Management Negotiating Financial 96

Endless Events

JULY 26, 2019

These questions will guide you through all of the choices you need to make the best event WiFi experience possible and set your WiFi providers up for success. . No different from anything else in event planning, to have the best event wifi you need to know your audience. Ask Questions to Get the Best Event WiFi .

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Negotiating Contracts Venues Wireless 112

Eventtia

OCTOBER 9, 2023

Whether you’re on the brink of planning a first event or are a seasoned professional revising your event planning checklist, this guide aims to be your trusted roadmap. This article provides a comprehensive event planning checklist to help you manage every detail for a successful event, from start to finish.

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Event Planning Retail Social Media Speakers 88

Social Tables

APRIL 17, 2019

At the end of the day, it’s the stats that bring us all together, open up new conversations, and spur collaboration, that have the biggest and most holistic impact on our events. You can even download a free copy of these simple event statistics to reference anytime. Explore simple event planning statistics you need to know.

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Hotels Food and Beverage Negotiating Venues 149

Endless Events

MARCH 6, 2019

Did you know that venues can receive kickbacks for referring their in-house vendor? Negotiate Before You Sign Contacts. If you are deciding that hey, I want the ability to bring in a third-party AV company, you need to make sure that you’re negotiating this out before you sign the contract. Makes sense right?

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Negotiating Contracts Hotels Venues 91

Endless Events

DECEMBER 13, 2022

Whether you opt for an in-person or hybrid event, you need the right venue to create a truly captivating experience. Newbie event planners will often pick a venue, negotiate a deal with them, and sign the venue’s provided contract. . Why should you let your venue dictate what happens at your event?

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Contracts Venues Negotiating Sustainability 119

Eventmobi

JUNE 16, 2023

Non dues revenue refers to the income generated by organizations through sources other than membership fees. This person should possess strong organizational and leadership skills, understand marketing and event planning, and really get revenue generation. It’s all connected. What Is Non Dues Revenue?

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Master the Event

APRIL 5, 2022

Many people are under the impression that if they hire an event planning service company they will be spending more than their budget allows. While event planning service companies are for-profit companies that doesn’t always translate into additional fees for your program’s budget. And then call those references.

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Event Planning Negotiating Hotels Events 40

ePly

FEBRUARY 18, 2024

Whether you’re new to corporate event planning or a seasoned veteran, you can improve your results at your next corporate event by perusing and integrating these proven strategies for success. Such is the case with corporate events. What is Corporate Event Planning?

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Guidebook

JULY 31, 2018

The best part about creating an event proposal template for yourself is that you only have to do the hard work once, then refine it as you get feedback and negotiate deals along the way. Position yourself as the expert and make recommendations for success…That’s your value add as an event planning professional.

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The Planner's Lounge

MAY 25, 2021

That could mean rescheduling any non-priority meetings to later in the year, skipping a few networking events, or referring a new lead to another planner. Missing a few industry events and referring out a few wedding leads is not going to make or break your planning business.

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Social Tables

SEPTEMBER 13, 2017

Mastering the art of negotiation. Regardless of whether you are dealing directly with an artist or an agent, you will likely need to learn to negotiate effectively. While saving money is the ideal outcome, it’s important to be realistic about what’s needed pay for the talent that will fit your event.

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Entertainment Negotiating Transportation Events 88

Endless Events

APRIL 9, 2021

However, also remember that they can replace those of traveling, accommodation, and catering, as well as contributing to the improvement of the environment and making events as a whole more accessible. Refer back to the full checklist to know the ballpark figures for each item.

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EventUp

AUGUST 4, 2020

As you talk to your venue contact there could be details or questions that come up that you’ll want to remember or follow up on either with a vendor, or someone at your company - always write everything down to reference when you need to. A List Of Questions For The Venue. Your Vendors.

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Negotiating Venues Contracts Hotels 105

TicketBud

DECEMBER 5, 2023

In this guide, we’ll explore seven strategies to masterfully plan out your event programming for the coming year, ensuring each season is filled with memorable experiences. Take Time to Reflect Before diving into event planning, take a moment to reflect on your events from the past year.

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Marketing Entertainment Negotiating Sponsorships 110

Eventinterface

AUGUST 28, 2017

Prior to posing this question, know the details of your event’s Scope of Work. This is very important because event planning covers a range of tasks, and not all event planners cover them all. He or she will be able to guide you with your messaging as well as event marketing strategies.

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Speakers Negotiating Events Financial 100

Social Tables

MARCH 2, 2021

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Contracts Event Planning Negotiating Consulting 99

EventUp

JUNE 12, 2019

Eventbrite’s Ronnie Higgins reminds event planners in a recent blog post that their people skills should be number one. He explains that to successfully work with a wide range of people, a planner needs to be able to quickly resolve conflicts, be a confident but pleasant negotiator, and have a sense of humor.

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Negotiating Social Media Venues Event Planning 66

Planning Pod

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Conversely, if you see an increase in costs, analyze your expenses to identify areas where you can cut back or negotiate better deals with suppliers. Attendee engagement is another important metric to track, especially if you manage ticketed events. Negotiate better deals with your suppliers and vendors.

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Food and Beverage Negotiating Sustainability Marketing 89

Social Tables

SEPTEMBER 25, 2017

Travel refers to the flight costs for the entertainer and whoever travels with them. This can include entertainers typically don’t travel alone to events, plus transportation to and from the venue. Know how to negotiate. When it comes to budgeting, good negotiation skills can be a lifesaver. Travel and accommodations.

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Entertainment Contracts Negotiating Travel 87

Cvent: Event Marketing

APRIL 10, 2019

What is event planning? Event Planning Guide. In this guide, we talk through a basic event planning template, what it means to be a planner, and how event management software can simplify your processes. What is Event Planning? Event Management is Event Planning.

Event Planning 46

Event Planning 2019 Food and Beverage Social Media 46

Endless Events

APRIL 26, 2019

Often venues will give you discounts and pressure you to use In-House AV but realize this is completely negotiable and you do not need to. If the discount seems good but you don’t like the team that will make for a long event. Look into hiring outside the venue, a 3rd party AV company is at your event for you, and only you.

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Cvent: Event Marketing

MARCH 7, 2019

When you’re stuck in an excel dedupe or in a game of “phone tag” with a hotel to book additional rooms days before the event, you’ve probably thought – there has to be an easier way to do this. Event Planning Software. Technology Can Change How You Plan. Event Planning Software Makes Life Easier.

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Event Planning Social Media Event Apps Venues 59

Event Planning BluePrint

APRIL 5, 2022

In fact, according to Brides.com, 66% of people planning their weddings are looking to hire a wedding planner , and with an average of 150,000 weddings in Canada and 2.4 you can see how choosing wedding planning as your event planning niche could be incredibly lucrative. . 5 Steps To Start a Wedding Planning Business.

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Trade Shows Food and Beverage Negotiating Social Media 62

Event Planning BluePrint

APRIL 5, 2022

In fact, according to Brides.com, 66% of people planning their weddings are looking to hire a wedding planner , and with an average of 150,000 weddings in Canada and 2.4 you can see how choosing wedding planning as your event planning niche could be incredibly lucrative. . 5 Steps To Start a Wedding Planning Business.

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Trade Shows Food and Beverage Negotiating Social Media 62

Planning Pod

JULY 22, 2024

Be sure to provide them with a dedicated point of contact (whether it be yourself or another staff member) and access to relevant resources, such as event planning checklists or FAQs. Communication and updates: Maintaining consistent communication with your clients throughout the planning stage of their event is crucial.

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Social Media Contracts Venues Negotiating 89