SmartMeetings

MAY 5, 2017

It can be challenging for those in the meeting planning profession, but looking on the bright side really does pay off. Not to mention, there’s little room for repetition in a meeting professional’s work–there are always new projects to complete, people to meet, trends to follow and technology to learn about.

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Bizzabo

NOVEMBER 25, 2019

Event planners and professionals are turning to podcasts to keep a pulse on thought leadership, event technology, and best practices. The Best Event Planning Podcasts. The Meeting Planning Madness Podcast. Meetings Podcast. Eventful: Th e Podcast for Meeting Professionals. Meeting Minds with Charles Eide.

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SmartMeetings

AUGUST 8, 2022

Hotels are now less likely to negotiate rental fees and other typically negotiable line items. Now let’s look at a major client for the hospitality industry: healthcare, from biotechnology, pharmaceuticals and medical technology (just to name a few) are all impacted.

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Hubilo Blog

AUGUST 30, 2018

Short lead times and event planners basically revolve around — compromise, negotiations, and smart decisions. Fewer options, no time — With an impromptu conference or meeting planned by event professionals, it gets difficult to book one of the best venues because of highly unlikely availability. . .

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SmartMeetings

FEBRUARY 26, 2018

Jeff Davidson of Breathing Space Institute gave Smart Meetings tips on what traits to look for in a speaker and how to negotiate a win-win once the speaker is secured. Negotiating 101. Negotiating price is an art based on finding benefits for all parties. And what can you do to secure them at an affordable price?

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Master the Event

DECEMBER 13, 2023

It was at a local college and was for event and meeting planning students. And I always enjoy participating and meeting some of our industry’s newbies. And top of the list; what event planning thingamajig could you never live without. Plan, Execute and Succeed…NOW! If You Plan to Fail, You Fail to Plan!

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SpotMe Blog

JUNE 13, 2023

That’s why we’ve created a list of examples of the top pharmaceutical meeting planning companies we have experience with. They also have established vendor relationships and buying power that can save you money, for example with event technology specifically tailored to the life sciences industry. It may change in the future.

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Eventinterface

APRIL 15, 2017

Jenkins is also a previous nominee as Samaritan of the Year and a two-time nominee as Event Planner of the Year by Event Solutions Magazine, an international magazine serving the event and meeting planning industry. The rapid changes in new technology that impacts the events industry. In closing.

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SmartMeetings

DECEMBER 29, 2016

For meeting and event planners, continuous learning is simply a part of the job. Not only are planners expected to complete continuing education credits and certifications, but they must also keep up with the industry’s latest trends and newest technologies. In 2017, do yourself a favor by making learning a priority.

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PCMA Convene

MARCH 6, 2019

But the combined answers to the question give a clear sense that many meeting professionals are feeling crunched by a lack of resources — of money, staff, time, or all three — in the face of their jobs’ demands. Contract negotiation when dealing with India hotels. Increased demand for hotel rooms and meeting space. Technology.

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SmartMeetings

FEBRUARY 22, 2017

What I love about my job: I love designing tools to help people collaborate at meetings. I love it even more when people find ways to use our technology that we hadn’t even thought of. Every week I talk to smart people with extensive meeting-planning and facilitation experience who share their perspectives and insights.

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SmartMeetings

FEBRUARY 22, 2017

What I love about my job: I love designing tools to help people collaborate at meetings. I love it even more when people find ways to use our technology that we hadn’t even thought of. Every week I talk to smart people with extensive meeting-planning and facilitation experience who share their perspectives and insights.

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MeetingsNet

JANUARY 26, 2018

Not only are we in a seller’s market, but planners will also face tighter budgets, higher meeting costs, and less bandwidth. So, what happens when an unstoppable force (supplier price increases) meets an immovable object (meeting planning budgets)? . Printer-friendly version.

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Hubilo Blog

FEBRUARY 25, 2020

Nir Eyal is an expert on “behavioral design”, a field Nir discovered out his passion for psychology, technology, and business. After a successful career as an entrepreneur and tech executive, Pizzaro took to writing about the impact of technology on business, society, and the greater world. You can connect with him on LinkedIn.

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Eventory

AUGUST 7, 2018

Last but not least, conference planning may become much more intuitive due to the fact that attendees are able to add their event sessions to the calendar which is accessible on their mobile device. I know, that event meeting planning is a complex issue. Event planning is often a stressful and time-consuming process.

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PCMA Convene

MAY 31, 2016

I definitely think that sometimes we don’t trust the interns,” said Liz King, CEO of Liz King Events as well as the techsytalk event-technology platform. “So So the interns should learn how you negotiate that type of situation.”. His students are required to plan at least two events before graduation as part of their classwork.

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Stova

MARCH 17, 2023

This comprehensive guide created for event strategy best practices outlines the four levels of connections required to be a best-in-class meetings and events team. Event Strategy Framework What is the Difference Between Event Planning and Meeting Planning?

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PCMA Convene

NOVEMBER 8, 2017

Building relationships with sponsors to help them meet their objectives. Challenging every month, need to learn new technologies and better myself in order to deliver expected requirements. No meeting, destination, or even project is ever the same. Medical meeting industry is challenging! Negotiating contracts.

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The Planner's Lounge

MAY 14, 2024

Embrace Technology Automate Where Possible: Use software to automate repetitive tasks. Schedule Downtime: Just as you schedule client meetings, schedule regular ‘me time.’ Whether it’s a hobby, spending time with family, or relaxing, make it a non-negotiable part of your calendar.

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SmartMeetings

DECEMBER 6, 2016

.” APCO Insight, an international opinion research firm, conducted the online survey commissioned by the Meetings Mean Business coalition in September and October. There were 300 respondents representing 24 industries, including 100 small business owners in the technology industry.

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Hubilo Blog

FEBRUARY 25, 2020

Nir Eyal is an expert on “behavioral design”, a field Nir discovered out his passion for psychology, technology, and business. After a successful career as an entrepreneur and tech executive, Pizzaro took to writing about the impact of technology on business, society, and the greater world. You can connect with him on LinkedIn.

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Stova

MARCH 16, 2023

A traditional board meeting, on the other hand, may require a more formal setting. Going over the details like the number of attendees and available dates are basic steps in meeting planning. But what you may not know is that it does much more than find venues that meet the details of what you’re looking for.

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SmartMeetings

OCTOBER 20, 2016

It all means we’re offering more opportunities to do business, learn and meet new contacts than ever.”. Here are six highlights from IMEX America 2016: Innovation & Technology. Pablos Holman, hacker extraordinaire, encouraged disruption and invention within the meetings industry during one of the Smart Monday keynote sessions.

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Socio Events

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

Planning event logistics including cost, time, location, and format. Procuring event technology and other necessary equipment. Certified Meeting Professional (CMP): Issued by the Events Industry Council, a CMP certification is awarded to event professionals who specialize in exhibitions, conventions, and meeting planning.

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SmartMeetings

FEBRUARY 22, 2017

To see the results, whether I’m negotiating, conducting programs or leading a training session, it’s important to always do my best. I’m passionate about incorporating storytelling, data and the use of technology to enable the customer journey. Apparently, I was not a very good salesperson. I’m my biggest competitor.

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SpotMe Blog

JUNE 29, 2023

By targeting your pharma marketing efforts using life science event technology as a channel, you can send specific content, emails and notifications to groups of or individual HCPs to create a fully customized journey. Regulatory compliance is non-negotiable.

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SmartMeetings

MARCH 16, 2018

Check out this testimonial for Lasso40 Founder and CEO Lucy Giovando Watts: “She has shown first-hand how a woman can go from planning logistics to starting her own event technology company.” Still others said they were focused on devising new ways to delight attendees with creative venues, technology and agendas.

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PCMA Convene

JULY 31, 2016

Convene has grown up not just alongside the meetings industry but during the revolution in business and personal technology. Another big, ongoing story has been the transformation of the image that meeting professionals hold of themselves. Does a planner’s attitude make a difference when negotiating with hotels?”

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