Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 18, 2022

Most meeting planners found ways to move ahead, even if there were some tense moments and damages paid. Negotiate a clause about what will make an event financially important to go forward and negotiate based on that.”. Instead, talk about concerns of people canceling and negotiate at what point it doesn’t work.

Hotels 98

Hotels Negotiating Contracts Financial 98

SmartMeetings

APRIL 3, 2020

Meetings in the financial and insurance sector require outside-the-box thinking. The economy was humming along before the coronavirus hit, but even then the majority of meeting planners in the financial and insurance industries were keeping their budgets in neutral. Financial and insurance meetings in the U.S.

Financial 95

Financial Insurance Meetings Food and Beverage 95

PCMA Convene

OCTOBER 30, 2020

Members of PCMA’s Catalyst community discuss when they might be able to invoke the force majeure clause in contracts for 2021 meetings. We’ve been told that it’s not a force majeure event until the meeting starts. Beth Martino , Senior Manager of Meetings and Events, American Association of Colleges of Osteopathic Medicine.

2021 98

2021 Meetings Contracts Hotels 98

SpotMe Blog

DECEMBER 7, 2023

Strategic meetings management is a concept that’s over 20 years old but has recently taken on a new form. The meetings and events industry has evolved, and planners now have a seat at the omnichannel table, where data-driven insights and attendee experiences are top of mind. The time for strategic meetings management is now.

Management 130

Management Meetings Risk Management Technology 130

Smart Meetings

APRIL 4, 2023

Force Majeure clause and employment classifications changes coming for MPs The legal nuances of meeting planning can be a bit overwhelming even for the seasoned planners. To offer some helpful insight in what areas to be on the lookout for, Smart Meetings sat down with Ty M. Force Majeure. Independent Contractors vs Employees The U.S.

2023 97

2023 Meetings Contracts Government 97

PCMA Convene

NOVEMBER 23, 2021

COP26 is shorthand for the 26th United Nations Climate Change Conference of the Parties, a summit which brought leaders from more than 130 nations together to negotiate a global plan to address climate change. It also was the site for negotiations. It’s hard to think of a conference with higher stakes than COP26, which took place Oct.

Negotiating 98

Negotiating Sustainability 2030 Government 98

Endless Events

MAY 13, 2022

Event profs can plan conventions, exhibitions, corporate events, meetings, fundraisers, weddings, and other events. Their curriculums typically consist of courses, such as experience design, event marketing, event financing, venue management, agreement negotiating, and more. CMM (Certified Meeting Management) by MPI.

Event Planning 133

Event Planning Government 2014 Event Management 133

PCMA Convene

JUNE 24, 2016

That most especially includes meetings and conventions, which have taken advantage of the trade agreements and open borders that exist among EU nations. What might this mean for international meetings? They will negotiate a new relationship with Europe, and I think that will actually iron out. Oh, absolutely.

Meetings 75

Meetings Government Negotiating Travel 75

GEVME

JANUARY 26, 2021

A lot of industries have been affected due to lockdowns, restrictions and containment zones by governments across the world. Almost all broadcasted sports matches, the Google I/O Meet etc. It’s challenging times now, something which humanity never predicted. Why has this transformation occurred?

Sponsorships 218

Sponsorships Travel Events Risk Management 218

Event Industry News

JANUARY 22, 2021

The meeting was attended by several representatives from the Night Time Economy, including the Night Time Industries Association, UK Hospitality, UK Music, Sacha Lord, Night Time Economy advisor for Greater Manchester and Amy Lamé, the Night Czar of the City of London. The survey can be accessed at: www.ntia.co.uk/appg.

Government 108

Government Hospitality Financial Fashion 108

MeetingsNet

JULY 7, 2023

Knowland and Amadeus combined their data to provide a better understanding of meeting demand by market segment plus average meeting attendance, total event space used, and other elements. Government meetings are just two percent of the total. hotels over those 12 months. percent Healthcare: 10.3 percent Technology: 10.3

Hotels 64

Hotels Meetings 2023 Healthcare 64

GEVME

NOVEMBER 26, 2020

It was an evening of robust dialogue and insightful conversations on the future of meetings, the hybrid experience and more. Safety considerations are the new baseline and it is non negotiable. We noted three key takeaways from the conversation between WeeMin and Veemal and have shared them with you below. .

2020 156

2020 Technology Negotiating Retail 156

Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

The Coalition’s 41st convention emphasized strength and resilience National Coalition of Black Meeting Professionals (NCBMP) held its 41st annual convention in Birmingham, Alabama, at Sheraton Birmingham Hotel and Westin Birmingham Hotel Nov. You can negotiate it back in, but what’s the difference? Let’s look at Covid.

Education 98

Education 2024 Hotels Hospitality 98

Smart Meetings

MARCH 28, 2022

Now two years out from where we were at the pandemic’s genesis, one question continues to peck at the minds of meeting planners: “Can the fear of Covid be sufficient enough to trigger force majeure ?”. Deciding the “choice of law provision,” or what state and who gets legal jurisdiction, may come down to common law negotiations, Sheaks said.

Contracts 78

Contracts Insurance Negotiating Government 78

SmartMeetings

SEPTEMBER 1, 2018

The meetings industry is not so simple anymore. Smart Meetings talked to industry experts about why certification has become so essential, the commitment required and specific areas where event professionals are focusing to achieve their A-game. Certified Meetings Experts. Pop Quiz for MPI Innovator Jessie States. Jessie States.

Education 80

Education Meetings 2010 Financial 80

PCMA Convene

AUGUST 31, 2016

That was the category under which Bill Reed, FASAE, CMP, senior director of meetings and community engagement for the American Society of Hematology (ASH), organized ASH’s Executive Committee Spring Retreat in Havana this past May. based organization to plan a meeting somewhere that had been off-limits to Americans for more than 50 years?

Meetings 58

Meetings Government Wireless Hotels 58

Event Industry News

NOVEMBER 28, 2018

The government has signalled its intention to agree a landmark Tourism Sector Deal for the UK tourism industry in a bid to attract more domestic and overseas visitors and help drive major economic growth. It is expected that the negotiations will lead to a final deal, to be announced in Q1 2019.

Tourism 67

Tourism Negotiating Government Sports 67

Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Whether it is new faces across the negotiating table, evolving event technology or looming AI adoption , taking a risk is not something that comes naturally to many meeting professionals. Read More : Always Innovating: Mature Masters Meet Modern Challenges 3. He worked as sales and marketing manager for ABC TV/Walt Disney Co.

Negotiating 97

Negotiating Government Events Meetings 97

PCMA Convene

MARCH 14, 2018

Each year, along with the numbers we collect for the annual Meetings Market Survey , we ask respondents open-ended questions, including this one: What’s the biggest challenge facing the meetings industry?”. AirBnb and other disruptors, budgetary constraints relating to government meetings. Click to read survey.

Negotiating 86

Negotiating 2010 Travel Healthcare 86

Event Industry News

MARCH 17, 2020

Jane Longhurst, chief executive of the Meetings Industry Association (mia), said: “Following the devastating effects of the Prime Minister’s speech yesterday and the reaction from our members, our sector was forced into making crisis and damaging decisions today such as reductions of staff, services and closures. “We

Negotiating 76

Negotiating Contracts Government Meetings 76

Bizzabo

JUNE 2, 2021

Click through the list right here: CMP: Certified Meetings Professional. CGMP: Certified Government Meeting Professional. CMM: Certification in Meeting Management. CMP: Certified Meetings Professional. CGMP: Certified Government Meeting Professional. CMM: Certification in Meeting Management.

Event Planning 109

Event Planning Trade Shows Government Healthcare 109

MeetingsNet

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

For planners, the return of in-person events brings back the task of selecting and negotiating for captivating keynote and other featured speakers—and coordinating all the logistical details around getting those speakers to and from the meeting site on time, well rested, and at the top of their game. What are you seeing?

Speakers 111

Speakers Airlines Healthcare Negotiating 111

SmartMeetings

AUGUST 10, 2020

Editor’s Note : Welcome to the new Hybrid Meeting Genius, a regular feature that will help you navigate event tech like a pro. Send them to us editor@smartmeetings.com and look for more hybrid meeting resources at SmartMeetings.com. See also : 6 Great Virtual Meeting Icebreakers. Fairmont Austin’s hybrid staff meeting.

Education 121

Education 2021 Meetings Event Tech 121

Prestige Events Magazine

DECEMBER 10, 2024

2025 will be a year when technology will play a central role in every area of conferences and meetings from operations to marketing. Negotiations will continue to be complex and lengthy especially around rate and cancellation terms. This could lead to pricing instability in the mid-market, medium sized event marketplace.

2025 101

2025 Technology Sustainability Financial 101

SmartMeetings

MAY 28, 2020

When you begin planning in-person meetings again, the last thing you want is for an attendee to suddenly become ill and blame you for it. See also : How to Write Force Majeure to Protect Your Meeting from the Next Pandemic. You should know how to write this clause to protect your meeting from the next pandemic or other disruption.

Contracts 111

Contracts Government Consulting Hotels 111

Eventmobi

JUNE 16, 2023

Hold regular check-in meetings Foster open communication and collaboration among team members involved in your non dues revenue initiatives. Regular meetings and check-ins offer the opportunity to share progress, address challenges, and brainstorm ideas for improvement.

Sponsorships 195

Sponsorships Financial Social Media Conference 195

SmartMeetings

OCTOBER 10, 2023

Let’s lobby to change how meeting professionals are categorized to elevate our worth The meetings industry is still relatively new. One signal that “meeting professional” is a new career track is the way government looks at us. One signal that “meeting professional” is a new career track is the way government looks at us.

Insurance 98

Insurance Trade Shows Negotiating Banking 98

GEVME

JANUARY 27, 2021

A lot of industries have been affected due to lockdowns, restrictions and containment zones by governments across the world. Almost all broadcasted sports matches, the Google I/O Meet etc. It’s challenging times now, something which humanity never predicted. Why has this transformation occurred?

Sponsorships 156

Sponsorships Travel Events Risk Management 156

GEVME

JANUARY 27, 2021

A lot of industries have been affected due to lockdowns, restrictions and containment zones by governments across the world. Almost all broadcasted sports matches, the Google I/O Meet etc. It’s challenging times now, something which humanity never predicted. Why has this transformation occurred?

Sponsorships 156

Sponsorships Travel Events Risk Management 156

PCMA Convene

AUGUST 31, 2016

That was the category under which Bill Reed, FASAE, CMP, senior director of meetings and community engagement for the American Society of Hematology (ASH), organized ASH’s Executive Committee Spring Retreat in Havana this past May. based organization to plan a meeting somewhere that had been off-limits to Americans for more than 50 years?

Meetings 45

Meetings Government Wireless Hotels 45

Social Tables

JUNE 12, 2024

AV companies provide several forms of audio and visual equipment for private parties, corporate meetings, and other events. They may partner with local, state, or national government agencies to ensure events at all levels of notoriety are safe and secure. Audiovisual (AV) suppliers. Security personnel.

Contracts 158

Contracts Food and Beverage Entertainment Venues 158

The MICE

AUGUST 17, 2020

It was a big contract, which took six months of negotiations to come to an agreement. The decisions were to begin negotiating and find the ability to get paid the maximum, negotiate well with all the suppliers and try to find a win-win situation with everyone. This was a big decision that I needed to make in one hour.

2008 98

2008 Management 2009 Tourism 98

Eventsforce

AUGUST 18, 2021

Whether it is as a stand-alone event or part of a hybrid model, the desire to meet in-person is very much there. No longer is it enough for any savvy event professional to rely on government guidelines. You may wish to make some rules non-negotiable. The demand for in-person events is on the rise. It hasn’t gone away.

Risk Management 105

Risk Management Government Tech Airlines 105

PCMA Convene

JANUARY 30, 2018

This approach allowed me to develop competencies in administration, diplomacy, negotiation, personnel management, financial management, project management, business management, risk management, and entrepreneurship. I did not have to win Wimbledon to receive a kiss from the duchess.

2006 75

2006 2009 2010 Government 75

Guidebook

JULY 17, 2016

Highly organized, with outstanding negotiation skills and a great customer service focus, Romy also trains and guides the Project Coordinators, and oversees all elements of the registration and housing databases. Tracy Robey’s event, the RSA annual meeting, hosts some members who have been in the society since the 1950’s.

Event Planning 146

Event Planning Event Apps Speakers 2004 146

Eventsforce

SEPTEMBER 29, 2020

In fact, the virtual event environment has made the whole process of speaker presentation and management more difficult, both in terms of providing value to attendees and meeting speaker expectations. You need to be in control of time, not be governed by it. But, just how difficult is speaker engagement when it comes to virtual events?

Speakers 138

Speakers Tech Event Tech Negotiating 138

SmartMeetings

JULY 24, 2017

For many professional meeting planners, however, the policy makes good business sense. The enforcement of stricter cancellation policies indicates hotels currently are prospering, which bodes well for the entire meeting-and-events industry. Cancelled reservations drive up room costs for reliable customers—including meeting planners.

Hotels 64

Hotels Contracts Travel Negotiating 64