GEVME

JANUARY 27, 2021

A lot of industries have been affected due to lockdowns, restrictions and containment zones by governments across the world. The event management industry is one of them, in fact, one of the most affected ones. Going hybrid enables lesser people to travel to the venue, so lesser overall carbon footprint.

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Event Industry News

SEPTEMBER 1, 2020

Over 1,000 freelancers and supply companies attended the regional protest which collectively asked the Government to extend its furlough scheme – due to end in October – and allow access to grants in order to help save an estimated 114,000 jobs. Inside the venue, cases were sprayed liberally with disinfectant and organised in.

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Eventsforce

AUGUST 18, 2021

No longer is it enough for any savvy event professional to rely on government guidelines. In the early days when coronavirus first hit, the advice to follow government guidance was really the only thing that event professionals could do. The event venue is one part of this ecosystem. Everyone was in the dark.

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SmartMeetings

JULY 22, 2019

your venue) as Whitney warns that “confirmation bias plays a key role in these situations. Who should planners talk to about risk management for events? Whitney and Veneman both mention the venue as a main point of contact here, however, the catch is to always review the venue’s plan to ensure it is applicable and satisfactory.

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SpotMe Blog

DECEMBER 7, 2023

Gone are the days of simply executing logistical tasks and coordinating venues and catering. Mitigate Risks Identify and plan for potential risks to your event to avoid issues. Consider risks related to attendance, sponsorship, logistics, and technology and establish contingency plans.

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PCMA Convene

MARCH 18, 2021

A new Pandemic Compliance Advisor course is designed to help planners ensure best practices for the safest execution of in-person events, It covers, among other topics, working with venues on everything from sanitation to F&B considerations to traffic flow.

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SmartMeetings

APRIL 20, 2021

Travel Association, Events Industry Council, Live Events Coalition and others, we hit the pavement day after day to ensure that government leaders were aware of our industry’s specific needs regarding immediate relief and long-term recovery. How can meeting professionals assure them—and their risk managers—that it is safe?

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SmartMeetings

APRIL 5, 2021

Digital Risk Management: First Steps. Andy Jabbour, an instructor with International Association of Venue Managers’ Academy for Venue Safety & Security , recommends a block-and-tackle straight out of a playbook on Monday Night Football. International Association of Venue Managers (iavm.org).

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SmartMeetings

APRIL 3, 2020

Overall, uniqueness and the “wow” experience were the most influential factors in planners’ selection of a venue for ancillary activities, according to the FICP’s fall survey. “As Whether it’s venue labor, bus drivers or catering staff, shortening an event slightly can help reduce costs.”. Maybe a three-hour event is 2.5

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QC Event School

DECEMBER 30, 2022

Venue selection. Our services include the following: Securing venue and catering services. Managing audio/visual services. The goal is to secure $5,000 in sponsorships to help cover the costs of venue rental, food and beverage, decorations, audio/visual services, transportation and other expenses associated with the event.

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Sponsorships Food and Beverage Transportation Risk Management 105

Event Farm

APRIL 19, 2022

Choose Your Location Wisely Venue and location have always been significant pieces of the event puzzle; that hasn’t changed. But what has changed—a lot—are the many different mandates and regulations put in place by various entities at different levels of government that affect what people think is normal safety protocol.

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SmartMeetings

MAY 16, 2017

Regardless of who is responsible for handling security at hotels and other meeting venues, professional planners should prepare for worst-case scenarios—whether it be a power outage, an active shooter or the many other types of situations that develop. Make copies of the room and venue floor plans.

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Meetings Government 2017 Transportation 72

SmartMeetings

JUNE 30, 2020

Drowning in a sea of protocols and guidance documents released daily by government agencies, venues and organizations? The Risk Management Committee will address contracts and insurance, including the drafting of Code of Conduct wording. The hospitality industry is coming to the rescue.

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SmartMeetings

JULY 5, 2018

Crisis management planning is like life insurance; nobody wants it, but everyone needs it. Business owners must budget for risk management even when there is no sign of trouble ahead. Risks may include natural disasters, foreign governments, data security breaches or an undiscovered executive scandal.

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Endless Events

DECEMBER 12, 2019

“So you know they’re able to go sit in on meetings with the AV team and with the food and beverages team and the venue team and see all the different elements. But I think those two would be best friends” Risk Manager & Crisis Team Leader. It’s not going to be an option anymore.

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SmartMeetings

AUGUST 26, 2020

Drowning in a sea of protocols and guidance documents released daily by government agencies, venues and organizations? The Risk Management Committee will address contracts and insurance, and draft code of conduct wording. Venues can help navigate that process.

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Bizzabo

DECEMBER 22, 2020

The KickStart conference provides a venue for important thought leaders from the digital infrastructure industry and the ecosystem, to share trends, opinions, and ideas?. Learn how to accomplish big picture goals such as risk management, cost optimization, and customer satisfaction during these unprecedented times. Think 2021.

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Plan Your Meetings

FEBRUARY 20, 2017

One tactic for creating firearms guidelines that Johnston has recommend to clients is the “home office policy”: Apply to the event and event venue(s) the same rules for gun possession found at your organization’s headquarters. The group was surprised that the government would pass a law allowing firearms in places where alcohol is served.

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EventMB

AUGUST 19, 2024

Event Planning Adaptations : Event planners and venues must adapt to this new reality by developing more systematic ways to prepare for climate risks. Destination Preparedness : Destinations should assess their climate risks and develop adaptation plans.

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Hubilo Blog

FEBRUARY 25, 2020

Bernard Marr is an internationally bestselling author, futurist, keynote speaker, and strategic advisor to companies and governments. His focus is on guiding companies, NGOs, and governments through the dynamics of exponential change in the health/tech marketplaces. What is he known for? Where to find him? Seema Acharya Who is she?

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Hubilo Blog

FEBRUARY 25, 2020

Bernard Marr is an internationally bestselling author, futurist, keynote speaker, and strategic advisor to companies and governments. His focus is on guiding companies, NGOs, and governments through the dynamics of exponential change in the health/tech marketplaces. What is he known for? Where to find him? Seema Acharya Who is she?

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Speakers Healthcare Consulting Financial 98

PCMA Convene

JULY 30, 2019

In most situations and venues, meeting planners need to provide fair and equal accommodation (meals) to people with allergies, much in the way they might provide wheelchair access — as long as the accommodation doesn’t present an undue burden, such as exorbitant cost. I actually am more frustrated on that side than I am with the attendees.

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PCMA Convene

AUGUST 31, 2016

In most situations and venues, meeting planners need to provide fair and equal accommodation (meals) to people with allergies, much in the way they might provide wheelchair access — as long as the accommodation doesn’t present an undue burden, such as exorbitant cost. Stephanie Robinson. Attendees can’t help what they’re allergic to.”.

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2008 Meetings 2011 2014 74

Bizzabo

NOVEMBER 15, 2018

GTC attracts developers, researchers, and technologists from some of the top companies, universities, and government agencies from around the world. Connect with investors, government officials, corporate innovators and CEOs from Africa, Asia, LATAM, CEE and the MENA region. Gartner Security and Risk Management Summit.

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GEVME

JUNE 18, 2018

Planning a government event. Simply meeting minimum security standards doesn’t work when it comes to government event planning. Check out the major steps to upgrading data security standards before an important event: Conduct a gap analysis and identify your key data protection priorities, weak system management mechanisms, etc.

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PCMA Convene

MARCH 6, 2019

Ample workforce … government regulations! Finding large venues with availability. Hard to find a venue that is unconventional, at a reasonable price, spacious, complemented with natural day light. Risk management. Venue space. All material © 2019 by PCMA. Survey analysis by Michelle Russell. Finding funding.

Food and Beverage 91

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Plan Your Meetings

APRIL 10, 2017

Ohio law allows firearms to be brought into the convention venue, and the Republican Party supports gun rights. Convention leaders and government officials decided to allow firearms outside the venue, but to prohibit them inside the arena. This policy should also be posted at the meeting venue.

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