Smart Meetings

JANUARY 4, 2019

Date, venue and rates are critical and typically given priority in the earliest stages of the meeting planning cycle. However, leaving audio visual (AV) equipment services to the end could be a costly mistake, especially when negotiating these services with a hotel. Insurance coverage. Areas for Negotiation.

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Negotiating Hotels Contracts Food and Beverage 206

Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

Koleen Roach, director of meetings and conference management at Securian Financial Group, led a panel of veteran explainers during Financial and Insurance Conference Professional ’s 2022 Annual Conference at Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport. By the Numbers. Jeff Calmus. Tell a Story.

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Financial Insurance Medical Meetings Contracts 245

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.

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2023 Meetings Contracts Government 244

SmartMeetings

APRIL 19, 2017

This industry runs on jargon, and since meeting planning requires everyone to work at a rapid click, it’s best to get acquainted with it yourself. Director of Sales at a venue, usually who will be negotiating your contract with. Consider it hanger insurance.

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Food and Beverage Meetings Contracts Negotiating 84

SmartMeetings

JANUARY 3, 2018

says meetings planned for even the most heated patio are being moved indoors—and staying there. “It Plan on delays. Legal expert Lisa Sommer Devlin says meeting insurance can often help cover losses if a storm makes travel impossible. What can planners do? Move it inside. Make room for higher attrition.

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Transportation Negotiating Airlines Insurance 58

SpotMe Blog

JUNE 29, 2023

Regulatory compliance is non-negotiable. With stringent self-regulation and by working closely with legal and compliance teams, marketers can develop impactful events that also meet all regulatory requirements. For detailed steps on how to organize a successful pharma event, check out our pharmaceutical meeting planning guide.

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Marketing Social Media Healthcare Advertising 130

PCMA Convene

MAY 31, 2016

So the interns should learn how you negotiate that type of situation.”. Peggy Marilley, founder of Alexandria, Virginia–based Precision Meetings & Events, thinks working with students keeps her ahead of the curve. His students are required to plan at least two events before graduation as part of their classwork.

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Negotiating Hospitality Contracts Risk Management 68