Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 3, 2023

Master planner consultants offer 6 tips for negotiating your next corporate event Does this sound familiar? You have been tasked with producing a new event—or breathing new life into one that has been on rinse and repeat too long. What questions should you ask during sourcing to avoid surprises post-event?

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Connect Your Meetings

SEPTEMBER 12, 2019

How would you handle an unanticipated budget increase of $40,000 because the venue’s contract had fine print that dictated your client had to use the in-house preferred supplier for all breakout rooms? Being able to work with your own preferred AV supplier begins with negotiating solid and comprehensive language into the venue contract.

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Prestige Events Magazine

APRIL 2, 2024

Natalia Events offers a comprehensive range of services, including: Event planning and coordination: Natalia Events takes the stress out of planning, handling every detail with meticulous care. Venue sourcing and management: The team secures the perfect location, negotiates contracts, and oversees logistics.

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

The Lombardy region anchored by the capital Milan and nearby Lake Como afford easy access to an urban-resort pairing event grounded in centuries of history and some of the most beautiful scenery in the world. Start Early The first tip is to book early and contract early! Explore Widely That U.S. News list included Rome (No.

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PCMA Convene

OCTOBER 13, 2023

And in fact, many regions are now experiencing slower inflation rates and longer lead times, especially noticeable for corporate events, she said. That gives corporate planners a much-needed breather to assess their events and implement cost-alleviating strategies.

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Capterra Event Management

JUNE 20, 2018

Whether you’re looking to fill an open event coordinator position, or you’re building your corporate events team for the first time, it takes quite the individual to make it in the events industry. 5 traits of a successful corporate event coordinator. If so, be sure to leave a comment below!

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EveryEventGuide

MARCH 1, 2018

Large corporations usually have their own corporate event planning professionals. Small to medium sized businesses have the same needs as large corporations only on a smaller scale. Here are 5 Reasons to use a corporate event planner. The event itself is the tool your using to drive an outcome.

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Eventmobi

JULY 13, 2023

The right event speaker can also act as a powerful part of your event marketing strategy. Learn how you can leverage speakers to advocate for your event. Guest speakers for corporate events Leadership experts. Type of event. Get contracts signed. Now it’s time to negotiate!

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Social Tables

AUGUST 10, 2023

Event planning is a dynamic profession that requires a great deal of creativity, organization, and people skills. Event planners are responsible for organizing and coordinating events such as weddings, corporate events, conferences, and fundraisers. Corporate event planners. Non-profit event planners.

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Eventinterface

JULY 11, 2017

“I have never read a book about event planning specifically, but I found Getting to Yes: Negotiating Agreement Without Giving In by Fisher, Roger, Ury, William L., Patton, Bruce, to be very helpful when it came to negotiating contracts,” shares Maxine Viktor with Prismatic Event Planning and Public Relations.

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Event Planning BluePrint

OCTOBER 30, 2022

Available Courses: International Event & Wedding Planning Professional. International Event Planning Professional. International Corporate Event Planning Professional. Promotional Event Planning Professional. International Event Decorating Professional. Luxury Wedding & Event Planning Specialization.

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Event Planning BluePrint

MARCH 25, 2024

People Skills: Events are for people, about people, and made by people. An event planner must be adept at understanding client visions, negotiating with vendors, managing staff, and engaging with guests. Effective communication, empathy, and leadership are all part of the people skills that make an event planner successful.

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Eventinterface

MAY 4, 2017

That is why understanding the booking process is so important; not just the negotiation and contract phases, though those are crucial, but also minor details like ensuring you are booking the right entertainment for the conference or event, and the process of getting your talent involved. Know the Negotiation Process.

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ePly

JUNE 21, 2023

Negotiate with Vendors While some venues require in-house catering services, let’s dive a bit deeper into the crucial role of negotiating with vendors regarding managing food and beverage expenses. Negotiating is recommended and should be seen as a crucial aspect of your event planning strategy.

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QC Event School

APRIL 6, 2023

What Businesses Look for in a Corporate Event Planner Internal Events 101 External Events 101 Overcoming the Seven Deadly Sins of Event Management Event Decorating Resources: Attention, students and grads of QC Event School’s Event Decor Course !

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PCMA Convene

SEPTEMBER 21, 2016

Meeting professionals, on the other hand, may have groaned about yet another bandwidth-hungry device soon to be in the hands of attendees — making for even trickier wireless service at event venues, especially hotels, where pricing and service speeds can be all over the map.

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Endless Events

MAY 13, 2022

Being an event planner, event manager, or event marketer is a difficult job that demands a lot of energy and knowledge, but many of us are drawn to it because it is – above all else – rewarding. But how does one prepare for a career in event planning? Event planning is an umbrella term.

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Planning Pod

AUGUST 14, 2023

Planning an event can be time-consuming, especially if you’re in charge of catering for a large crowd. Whether you’re brainstorming menu ideas for a birthday party, wedding, or corporate event, there’s no denying that amazing event catering and planning are central to the attendee experience.

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Event Industry News

MARCH 25, 2020

Performing Artistes act as consultants; we negotiate fees, issue contracts, and provide a full liaison between client and celebrity from initial enquiry to the final execution of the event. Choosing exactly the right person for your particular event can be a tricky business. How do we work?

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Event Planning BluePrint

MARCH 29, 2022

Not only can it help you learn the lingo to help you sell your services, but it can give you insight into how the pros handle things, like negotiations to help save their clients money. You don’t have to think of it as a formal, tough, adversarial negotiation,” she said. 10 Famous Event Planners You Should Follow. Great Advice.

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Event Industry News

APRIL 17, 2019

Event Integrity hosts a monthly virtual educational series that is geared to help event professionals managing businesses in the event industry. Topics have ranged from “Contracts and Negotiations” to “Making Sense of Marketing Data.”

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Hubilo Blog

OCTOBER 15, 2021

What’s Event Planning? All types of events, right from a grand corporate event to a simple wedding, need planning. Organizing events is hard as hundreds of things can go wrong on D-Day. As an event planner, you need to dot the i’s and cross the t’s to make sure that the event is delivered successfully.

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PCMA Convene

NOVEMBER 3, 2016

” That can mean choosing a corporate-event band with a deep back catalog over a band with star power, Owen said. ” Both Owen and Gary Rorman, creative director of PSAV Creative Services — also in the video — have spent decades honing how to choose and negotiate with musicians for meetings and events.

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GEVME

NOVEMBER 7, 2018

Knowing how to prepare a venue for an event is one of the key points in event planning. Choosing a venue for an event is also one of the first negotiation points as well. If you’re lucky, the event market will offer a variety of good venues. Take care of any legal issues and contracts.

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Planning Pod

JUNE 23, 2023

Fortunately, prospecting and billing management tools can help you manage your sales pipeline, create customized contracts, and collect electronic payments. Planning Pod can make all the difference for event professionals, from automating your workflows to staying organized throughout the process.

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QC Event School

APRIL 6, 2023

What Businesses Look for in a Corporate Event Planner Internal Events 101 External Events 101 Overcoming the Seven Deadly Sins of Event Management Event Decorating Resources: Attention, students and grads of QC Event School’s Event Decor Course !

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Endless Events

APRIL 27, 2023

The one organization I worked for that did a ton of event sponsorships had a sales department that did the selling. By the time they came to me, the contract was signed, and I was just fulfilling it.” Don’t be Afraid to Negotiate Will has one more tip for navigating in-kind sponsorships for events: don’t be afraid to negotiate.

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EventUp

AUGUST 4, 2020

I try to have some venue specific questions, but also ask questions about your event, if you know you have vendors you want to bring in ask now (especially if you haven’t signed a contract yet - this is the best time to start negotiating down those extra fees). Your Vendors.

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PCMA Convene

MARCH 6, 2019

Client politics, controlling costs for space and services, and contract negotiations were top of mind for some respondents, as was finding diverse speakers. Contract negotiation when dealing with India hotels. Contracting. (3 Communication. Containing costs so we can contain fees for attendees. 3 mentions).

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GEVME

NOVEMBER 7, 2018

Knowing how to prepare a venue for an event is one of the key points in event planning. Choosing a venue for an event is also one of the first negotiation points as well. If you’re lucky, the event market will offer a variety of good venues. Take care of any legal issues and contracts.

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Bizzabo

AUGUST 13, 2018

36% of event planners spending most of their budget on the venue , choosing a event space becomes o. To make it a bit easier, here are 10 tips for choosing a great venue for your next corporate event, conference or a trade-show. Accessibility: The location of the event venue is paramount for maximizing event attendance.

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PCMA Convene

SEPTEMBER 21, 2016

Meeting professionals, on the other hand, may have groaned about yet another bandwidth-hungry device soon to be in the hands of attendees — making for even trickier wireless service at event venues, especially hotels, where pricing and service speeds can be all over the map.

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PCMA Convene

AUGUST 29, 2016

Is there a more seamless way for planners to negotiate the price of Wi-Fi for their next meeting — and make sure that wireless service lives up to expectations? . “There’s no real incentive [for change], aside from events going elsewhere, and [planners] citing the cost of network services in driving the business out of a city. .

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Conference Care

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

Overall, room hire rates quoted by RFP were 10% – 40% lower than the rates showing on the live platforms – and that’s before any active negotiation on our part. Likewise we often work to a number of other contract addendums which the client needs from the venue before making a commitment or payment of any kind.

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Guidebook

APRIL 10, 2015

Event Planning: The Ultimate Guide To Successful Meetings, Corporate Events, Fundraising Galas, Conferences, Conventions, Incentives and Other Special Events by Judy Allen. It’s the undisputed king of event planning books. Events and public speaking go hand in hand.

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QC Event School

APRIL 6, 2021

Are you interested in corporate event planning ? Offer vendor contract negotiation services? Will you deal with DIY brides and grooms – or only those who are also hiring professional vendors? What do you want to be include (and excluded) in each of your services? For example, will you manage RSVPs?

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Eventinterface

AUGUST 3, 2017

Maureen Sojka, CMA Association Management’s Event Manager, is an experienced conference and event planner who has organized a multitude of meetings, from large-scale multinational events to local association conferences. Maureen brings excitement, passion and two decades of professional experience to her clients at CMA.

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