Guidebook

JULY 17, 2016

“Best practices” and “event planning tips” come in all shapes and sizes. Here at Guidebook, we share a lot of strategies for planners from tech tools to try, sponsor package ideas , and specific event marketing timelines. While we work to include these in our plans every time, they can be easy forget.

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Endless Events

AUGUST 30, 2018

There’s hotel jargon, legal terms, and the idea of facing off against someone over the negotiating table. We’re here to walk you through the basics of negotiating hotel blocks. Why Negotiate a Hotel Block? A hotel block is the base of operations for your entire event. The bigger the event, the earlier you should start.

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Eventtia

JANUARY 28, 2025

Event planning is like juggling ten tasks at once from logistics and budgets to last-minute changes all while staying calm under pressure. Thats why having an event planning checklist and a clear plan is key. Download the Event Planning Checklist as an Excel file to customize and share with your team.

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GEVME

MAY 14, 2018

Showing recognition for employees’ achievements by awarding travel experiences may be an old trick but it’s also one that’s not going away any time soon. Still, before breathing a sigh of relief, you should understand that the demands and tastes of corporate staff change, which leads to the evolution of new incentive travel programs.

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SmartMeetings

AUGUST 31, 2023

Plan ahead and partner for best results When you’re looking for employee motivation, think far away. As in, incentive travel to somewhere far from the office (and even the home office!). Group incentive travel is one of the few benefits with almost universal appeal. Incentive travel should be fun—for everyone!

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Bizzabo

JUNE 2, 2021

Ever wonder how CMP, CSEP, CPCE, CGMP prepare you for event planning? Curious if event planning certifications can actually help you learn more about the industry or take your career to the next level? We'll also show you how to use online event planning classes to your advantage at the end of the article.

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QC Event School

FEBRUARY 16, 2022

Starting a new business in event planning can be a very profitable venture. In this blog post, we’ll teach you how to start an event planning business from scratch in 6 easy steps! So, if you’re ready to start planning some amazing events, keep reading!

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Eventmobi

MAY 23, 2024

This makes most virtual events more inclusive. Since attendees don’t have to spend money on travel-related expenses, more people have the ability to attend. Most virtual conferences feature keynote speakers, workshops (hosted via breakout rooms inside the host’s event platform of choice), and attendee networking sessions.

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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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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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SevenEvents

JANUARY 20, 2025

Here are 10 reasons why SEVEN stands out as a premier events management agency in London. Expertise and Experience in Event Planning As one of the top event planners in London, SEVEN boasts a team of highly experienced professionals with years of experience across various sectors.

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Attendease

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Early planning helps you avoid unnecessary stress and last-minute scrambling. Plus, you can explore all your options without feeling rushed, negotiate better rates, and have ample time for promoting and building excitement around the event. It also lets you lock in the best venues and vendors before dates get snatched up.

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GEVME

MARCH 4, 2019

Nowadays, you can find many event management professional certification programs and courses. About event management certification. Global Travel Professional (GTP). Get some expertise in the field from the Global Business Travel Association. CPCE: Certified Professional in Catering and Events.

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Social Tables

JUNE 29, 2023

From online community awareness campaigns to out-of-the-box nonprofit event planning ideas, thoughtful preparation can help increase the success of fundraising activities. In this guide, we walk you through the process of planning a nonprofit event step-by-step. Master nonprofit event planning in 10 simple steps 1.

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Eventtia

OCTOBER 20, 2022

Planning an event can be overwhelming with all the different moving parts and challenges. In this guide, we’ll share an event planning template you can use to easily plan your next event. Event Planning Template: Checklist and Timeline. Develop an event master plan.

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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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Nunify

NOVEMBER 14, 2021

According to a report published by statista.com , the United States meeting, convention, and event planning market employed a whopping 125,900 people in 2020. This clearly indicates the potential of the event industry and demand for a skilled ‘event organizer’. What does it take to be a successful event organizer/planner?

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Attendease

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

This includes considering your internal resources (budget, stakeholders, event management software) and external resources (sponsors, vendors, partners). Here are some tips for managing corporate event planning across multiple teams and stakeholders: Create a master project plan with milestones, deliverables, and deadlines.

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SmartMeetings

MAY 5, 2017

So rather than concentrating on the hurdles involved in event planning , let’s focus on the wonderful perks of this unique profession. Embarking on travel adventures. Event planners are no strangers to airport terminals and hotel check-ins. However, these travel experiences still have substantial value.

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SmartMeetings

AUGUST 8, 2022

Good news: corporate travel and events are back! In the hospitality/events industry, a weak supply chain means limited product quantities unless you order significantly in advance (and who can predict volume right now?) Hotels are now less likely to negotiate rental fees and other typically negotiable line items.

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Planning Pod

APRIL 12, 2020

The same can be said for event planning. If you try to create an event that makes all audiences happy by including every idea and activity under the sun, then it doesn’t have any clarity and won’t resonate with anyone. Step 4 – Assemble a crack team of event professionals.

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Master the Event

DECEMBER 11, 2023

There are good meeting and event planners and there are bad ones. If you’ve been in the event planning industry for a while then no doubt you’ve worked with some of the good ones and, unfortunately, some bad ones too. Negotiation skills. Negotiating is a fine art. Like most industries it’s just the way it is.

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Event Planning BluePrint

SEPTEMBER 13, 2018

Let’s say you are planning an incentive trip tailored to a group of CEOs, you will want to give them an experience that they could not get anywhere else. This will require you to have some serious negotiation skills or a huge budget. Cool Event Venues For Your Next Event. Travel Time. Outdoor space.

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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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Hubilo Blog

SEPTEMBER 11, 2018

How do you go about its planning for your group? To get started, here are essential tips for a smooth corporate incentive travel that serves as a real motivational tool for employees who employers thank and reward for their excellent performance. How to Plan for the Corporate Incentive Trip? Choosing the right dates.

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 4, 2023

It just changes the dynamic of how we have to work with talent, and how we deal with travel director rates, on-site staff rates. Judge sees these new classification rules having an immediate impact on the staffing industry. “It

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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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SmartMeetings

JUNE 3, 2019

It’s more difficult to negotiate prices with a venue that outsources its food and beverage service, as it doesn’t have much control over food options. There’s flexibility in negotiating with a venue that provides in-house food and beverage, however, as it has more control over adjusting menus to cater to the planner’s budget.

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GEVME

JUNE 27, 2018

Also, you should choose a venue that has sufficient parking in case some of your conference guests choose to travel by car. Ideally, include a question about transportation preferences on the registration form or a pre-event survey to get an understanding of what to expect. But what if you’re not so lucky?

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Endless Events

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

The Annual ICE Report estimates that event-related costs will increase by 83%. It’s also a sign of a returned confidence in event planning. Of course, our event marketing budgets will need to be higher in 2023 than in 2021 or 2020. After all, most events were virtual and demanded lower budgets.

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The Castle Group

SEPTEMBER 3, 2021

This includes knowing the fine details of the meeting destination, venue, and travel requirements, understanding all legal considerations, negotiating the most favorable contract language, keeping an eye on ever-changing policies, shifting gears when necessary and thinking ahead.

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EventUp

JUNE 30, 2020

However, because these cities tend to be more expensive, they offer many negotiation opportunities. I've brought in other AV companies as well as gotten creative with chefs on menu planning in these cities to help with cost savings. How Do You Handle The Stress Of Planning An Event?

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Social Tables

SEPTEMBER 25, 2017

Travel and accommodations. 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. So what are some of these extra costs? Click To Tweet.

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Expo Pass

APRIL 27, 2023

Look for artists who have experience working in events similar to yours – they’ll know just how to wow your crowd. And if you can find local performers, even better – you’ll save on travel costs! It’ll keep your guests entertained throughout the whole event and leave them wanting more.

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Social Tables

MAY 14, 2019

You event depends on the purpose from a visionary perspective, but when it comes to execution, the realities of what you can accomplish come down to your event budget. But that’s not to say you can’t negotiate. If people are coming from out of town, will they be able to travel there easily enough?

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SmartMeetings

SEPTEMBER 2, 2020

The travel, hospitality and meetings industry has been one of the hardest hit during the COVID-19 slowdown. 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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Eventtia

OCTOBER 20, 2023

This proactive oversight prevents overspending and helps maintain financial health throughout the event planning and execution phases. Prioritization Not all aspects of an event hold equal importance. Some elements are critical to the event’s success, while others, though desirable, may not be necessary.

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