PCMA Convene

DECEMBER 9, 2024

Venue sourcing venue affordability, availability, and inflexible hotel staff contribute to the frustration of event planners. Planners expressed disappointment with venues and hotels that have raised fees while simultaneously cutting services, leading to an increased perception of unfairness and dissatisfaction.

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Smart Meetings

JULY 26, 2024

Transparency is an asset when negotiating with vendors Incentive packages have greatly improved over the years in both quality and customization. Using transparency in your negotiation process isn’t just appropriate, it is often expected, as many vendors offer a surprising amount of flexibility.

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Endless Events

DECEMBER 13, 2022

Whether you opt for an in-person or hybrid event, you need the right venue to create a truly captivating experience. Newbie event planners will often pick a venue, negotiate a deal with them, and sign the venue’s provided contract. . Why should you let your venue dictate what happens at your event? Management.

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Event Industry News

JUNE 24, 2022

Sustainability is now top of the agenda when planning events and experiences. BMA House – sustainable from every perspective. BMA House offers a glorious backdrop for sustainable events of all types including conferences, parties, weddings, awards ceremonies and meetings. Click here to continue reading.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

Read More: Tips for Negotiating Your Next Big Event Contract During the open Q&A, planners aired frustrations—contracts are time-consuming already. Insights from the Team at Atlantis Michelle Liu led a comprehensive presentation on Atlantis’s sustainability programs. Pick your battles. What does your group actually need?

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Smart Meetings

JULY 12, 2024

Englander takes on the role of account manager as well, and will assist with all aspects of site selection and contract negotiation processes. Her dedication and expertise is apparent through her previous work in marketing communications success of the Westin Anaheim Resort and their many local venues under Wincome Hospitality.

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PCMA Convene

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Jordan Kaye is the founder and CEO of Los Angeles–based Analog Events , an experiential marketing agency that has demonstrated its commitment to sustainability by going through the rigorous process of measuring its entire social and environmental impact to become a B Corp–certified company. What does catering for the crew look like?

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IMG

JANUARY 16, 2024

This way attendees could explore the company’s milestones by scanning QR codes strategically placed around the venue. Sustainable events are like the Prius of the event world – eco-friendly, efficient, and leaving a smaller carbon footprint. Think reusable decorations, zero-waste catering, and venues with green certifications.

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Attendease

APRIL 4, 2024

In this post, we’ll explore how to thoughtfully and sustainably expand your events. Think through the resources, staff, budget, venue size, marketing channels, etc., Embrace scalable venues and formats The right venues and formats will make running larger or concurrent events much smoother.

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GEVME

AUGUST 15, 2019

Sustainability is part of the plan. You can change the boring course of any event with carefully prepared program content and a sustainability plan. . Sustainability strategies replace one-off programmes. Find out in advance how secure the Wi-Fi protocol at the event venue will be. The power of procurement. Customisation.

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SevenEvents

JANUARY 20, 2025

From unique venue selections to immersive brand experiences, SEVEN ensures that each event is memorable and distinct. SEVEN has built deep relationships with a range of top-tier suppliers, ensuring we can source the best venues, entertainment, catering, and technology for our clients events.

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Prestige Events Magazine

JUNE 12, 2024

It’s split across four key themes: INFORM – INSPIRE – INNOVATE – IMPACT, with a stellar line up of expert speakers covering topics including event security, AI, inclusivity, wellness, experiential design, contract negotiation, sustainability and legacy. Delegate downtime It’s not all work and no play.

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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. See “Glasgow’s Sustainable Head Start” at the end of this story.) “We

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Event Industry News

SEPTEMBER 25, 2017

Climate Action, organisers of the Sustainable Innovation Forum (SIF), the largest side event for business alongside the annual UN Climate Change negotiations, will be using Evolution Domes’ temporary structures for the first time this November in the city of Bonn, Germany. appeared first on Event Industry News.

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Social Tables

DECEMBER 27, 2018

For venues and planners, that means looking into the crystal ball to get ahead of event trends and expectations. This leaves hotels and venues in a pickle, as taking these bookings could mean missing out on higher-value events later. Key Takeaway for Venues. Key Takeaway for Venues. Click To Tweet. city-block pop-ups).

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Planning Pod

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

As an event or venue business owner, it’s essential to continuously evaluate your operations and identify areas where you can improve. Identifying pain points The first step in improving your event or venue business: identifying your pain points. Negotiate better deals with your suppliers and vendors. Get started today!

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Attendease

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

When building out a corporate events program, several critical factors must be considered to ensure the organization’s long-term success and sustainability. You have to wear multiple hats and juggle competing priorities: attendee preferences, corporate goals, vendors and suppliers, internal deadlines…the list goes on.

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SmartMeetings

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

How to prepare for 2023 contract negotiations Yes, we’re out of the pandemic shutdown, but it’s not back to “business as usual.” Take a look at nearby venues. Add-On Travel: Negotiate pre- and post-rates in the contracting stage. Related to climate, overall hotel sustainability practices are becoming more important to clients.

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Endless Events

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

Hold your event in the daylight hours or outside venues (and get an extra point for COVID compliance). Book venues with renewable energy sources like solar panels. The silver lining is that the energy crisis can motivate our industry to start implementing sustainability in more significant, meaningful ways.

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Planning Pod

OCTOBER 2, 2024

From vendor and supplier negotiations to technology investments, we’re here to provide actionable tips and insights to help you optimize your financial performance. Vendor and supplier costs Negotiating better deals with vendors and suppliers can be a game changer when it comes to reducing costs. Get started today!

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SmartMeetings

AUGUST 8, 2019

Be clear about your goals to determine what destinations or venues will be the perfect fit and the right time of year—summer in the U.S. Negotiate Carefully. International contracts for vendors and venues could require different negotiation tactics than in the U.S. is not the warm season in Australia.

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The Planner's Lounge

SEPTEMBER 21, 2021

As the world continues to deal with the ups and downs of the pandemic, it can feel like a rush to get back on track and ensure you have a sustainable wedding planning business for the future. 4 Key Strategies for a Sustainable Wedding Business: 1) Solid Contracts for Long Term Sustainability. Hygiene protocols for your team.

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SpotMe Blog

MAY 31, 2023

You have to consider the costs of: Venue rental Catering Transportation and accommodation for attendees Marketing and promotion Staffing and event production Technology like Wi-Fi, audio/visual equipment, and live streaming The total cost can easily reach tens or even hundreds of thousands of dollars for large events.

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Floktu

DECEMBER 15, 2020

Help everyone maintain hygiene standards by providing hand sanitiser in convenient locations while making sure your venue has plenty of room for your guests to socially distance whether at a table or while mingling. Sustainability Is Key. The Event That Gives back. In the 2020’s the trend will continue.

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PCMA Convene

APRIL 2, 2018

But the phone-tag negotiations moved at the speed of molasses. Bizly puts the four to five different systems a company has used — for venue sourcing and coordination, legal contracting and reviews, credit-card management and payments, spend-data analytics, and event-management services — all in one place. A SUSTAINABLE MODEL.

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Event Industry News

JULY 20, 2022

Industry suppliers need to understand these emerging buyer dynamics to build better relationships and attract more delegates and programmes to their hotels, venues and destinations. Areas that have increased in importance include vendor flexibility, environmental sustainability, and traveller preferences, among others. About the Study.

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SevenEvents

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

Finding a venue for your next event can be daunting. At seven events, we provide a venue-finding service to remove the stress of finding a venue for an event. We have narrowed down the top things to consider when selecting a venue, so you don’t have to. . #1 5 Sustainability. Photo by Caio: [link]. 1 location.

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Eventsforce

SEPTEMBER 3, 2019

This means that planners need to ask searching questions of venues that go beyond relying on the information that is shown on the venue website or in the brochure. It’s also imperative that planners ask the right questions of venues. you need to know whether it is at the venue or a 10 minute walk away. This is crucial.

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Eventsforce

OCTOBER 14, 2019

With a wide range of easily accessible transport links, and a large choice of potential venues, it could easily be the perfect place for your next meeting. We’ve put together the key commonly asked questions below, and followed this up with a bit more information on some great Liverpool venues. How many delegates will be attending?

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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 Keep in mind that negotiation doesn’t have to be about lowering the price if you can get additional services thrown into a deal. hours,” says Huggins.

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Event Industry News

FEBRUARY 13, 2019

Choose the right venue for your style of event. Eclipse has worked with hundreds of venues of all shapes and sizes, and is the official partner to many in London, which is why engaging an event production company early on means you’ll have the best chance at securing the perfect space. What are the acoustics like in your chosen venue?

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Stova

AUGUST 24, 2023

Conduct comprehensive research to identify potential venues, suppliers, and vendors that align with your budget. Compare quotes, negotiate pricing, and evaluate the value each vendor brings to the event. Create a Detailed Budget Breakdown Creating a detailed budget breakdown is non-negotiable.

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The MICE

JUNE 3, 2022

So we negotiated client-friendly terms for all cancelled trips under very good conditions, and for all projects which were upcoming, that the payment would be postponed as well. We are not in this business, but everybody is used to negotiating things, to talking about things in online meetings. This will be 30% less for sure.

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Eventsforce

SEPTEMBER 3, 2019

This means that planners need to ask searching questions of venues that go beyond relying on the information that is shown on the venue website or in the brochure. It’s also imperative that planners ask the right questions of venues. you need to know whether it is at the venue or a 10 minute walk away. This is crucial.

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Eventtia

JANUARY 28, 2025

Or worse, your venue suddenly becomes unavailable. Venue Setup and Final Checks : Turn your venue into the event space by focusing on decor, signage, technology, and overall logistics leave no room for last-minute panic. Step 3: Choose the Perfect Venue The venue can make or break your event. Whats your game plan?

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PCMA Convene

OCTOBER 13, 2023

This was a vital lesson for his association — understanding the fixed costs to deliver an outstanding experience and where there is room for negotiation. The suggestion to co-locate smaller and larger events in the same location and negotiate venue and hotel contracts together came from an audience member.

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SpotMe Blog

JUNE 13, 2023

Things like target audience, messaging, venue selection, and budget are all part of the planning process. Logistics management: From booking the venue to arranging travel and accommodation for attendees and speakers, experienced pharma event planners handle all the logistical details. This minimizes risk to your organization and brand.

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