Quickmobile

FEBRUARY 14, 2018

When hosting conferences on cruise ships or other unique venues , one has to bear in mind that the daily things we take for granted are likely not going to be available to you. Keeping your attendees reigned in and responsible is sometimes only half the battle; more important is keeping your speakers on-time, on-track, and ready to present.

Conference 154

Conference Venues Speakers Travel 154

Guidebook

JANUARY 8, 2024

From picking a venue and speakers to ensuring you’ve sent out thank you notes and running a post-event debrief, there’s a lot to think about. Research and Vendor Contracting Research potential venues to come up with a shortlist. Check venue availability and pricing. Negotiate terms and specifics with the venue.

Event Planning 78

Event Planning Food and Beverage Social Media Insurance 78

Canadian Special Events

DECEMBER 26, 2018

As an event planner, you need to sign a lot of contracts and let’s face it, some of them can be confusing, particularly the AV contracts. Luckily, Jon Trask breaks it down what you need to know to get through a long and complex AV contract. . Indemnification is another name for insurance requirement. Public Fees.

Contracts 51

Contracts Insurance Government Travel 51

Planner WIre

FEBRUARY 11, 2020

Planning conventions can be a whirlwind of choosing keynote speakers, venues, session topics, and vendors. But if you neglect to also spend a few minutes examining your special events insurance needs, you may be setting you and your organization up for legal trouble. Think of your insurance as layers of protection.

Insurance 36

Insurance Conference Automotive Contracts 36

Planner WIre

FEBRUARY 11, 2020

Planning conventions can be a whirlwind of choosing keynote speakers, venues, session topics, and vendors. But if you neglect to also spend a few minutes examining your special events insurance needs, you may be setting you and your organization up for legal trouble. Think of your insurance as layers of protection.

Insurance 36

Insurance Conference Automotive Contracts 36

Planner WIre

FEBRUARY 11, 2020

Planning conventions can be a whirlwind of choosing keynote speakers, venues, session topics, and vendors. But if you neglect to also spend a few minutes examining your special events insurance needs, you may be setting you and your organization up for legal trouble. Think of your insurance as layers of protection.

Insurance 36

Insurance Conference Automotive Contracts 36

Planner WIre

FEBRUARY 11, 2020

Planning conventions can be a whirlwind of choosing keynote speakers, venues, session topics, and vendors. But if you neglect to also spend a few minutes examining your special events insurance needs, you may be setting you and your organization up for legal trouble. Think of your insurance as layers of protection.

Insurance 36

Insurance Conference Automotive Contracts 36

Eventtia

JUNE 2, 2023

An event, as we know, can involve many different moving parts, so by planning early, you’ll get more options for different elements of the event: venue options, speakers/talents options, sponsorship options, marketing options, and so on. Even for smaller events, aim for at least one month in advance to plan the event.

Sponsorships 91

Sponsorships Insurance Social Media Food and Beverage 91

Socio Events

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

Whether it’s marketing to attendees and driving registration or establishing a budget and securing a venue, event planners need to navigate a host of responsibilities—each one as important as the last. Location: Scope out a potential location and start getting event venue estimates. The earlier you finalize the venue, the better.

Event Planning 96

Event Planning 2023 Sponsorships Insurance 96

Event Farm

OCTOBER 25, 2021

An agreement on how you expect people—attendees, staff, speakers, exhibitors, etc.—to The employee or contractor who is certified for this role is in charge of compliance with state and local regulations and any compliance requirements established by your organization, venue, or insurance carrier. 1: Code of conduct.

Food and Beverage 312

Food and Beverage Insurance Contracts Entertainment 312

Planning Pod

JANUARY 12, 2021

Opening an event venue comes with a long checklist of items that must be in place for a successful launch … and chances are, as a new event space entrepreneur, you’ve probably already read a dozen or so articles that have run you through the basics. Sign up for a free trial today!

Venues 148

Venues Food and Beverage Social Media Marketing 148

Planning Pod

APRIL 12, 2020

Promotion – Will marketing or promotional efforts be required Geographical radius – What region or area will you be attracting attendees from Content – What type of content fits the purpose and audience needs (speakers, presentations, entertainment, etc.) Step 3 – Establish a realistic event budget. Event Income.

Food and Beverage 206

Food and Beverage Social Media Insurance Entertainment 206

Social Tables

APRIL 20, 2023

Continue to focus on the ever-changing expectations of venues and event attendees, as they often fluctuate with the times. She explains, “You can have the best caterers, the most wonderful venue, amazing artists and magnificent décor, but unless a practical time plan is followed, the result won’t meet the expectations of the client.”

Event Planning 141

Event Planning Social Media Insurance Speakers 141

Eventtia

OCTOBER 20, 2022

Avoid any national holidays and any big events in the area (especially if you are planning an In-person event.) ( For in-person events) Select your venue. Shortlist potential venue selections. Determine your must-have needs from a venue before negotiating and committing to a venue. Develop an event master plan.

Event Planning 62

Event Planning Sponsorships Food and Beverage Insurance 62

Guidebook

MAY 16, 2023

Many things can go wrong leading up to the event — an entertainer could be ill and unable to perform, your caterer could have labor issues, or a natural disaster could affect your chosen venue. This includes details most people never consider, such as recruiting speakers for the event and marketing the event.

Event Planning 78

Event Planning Social Media Airlines Contracts 78

Event Leadership Institute

OCTOBER 29, 2020

What are effective strategies for communicating expectations and policies to all those involved in the event – including attendees, the venue, and all supporting vendors and suppliers? And if so, what components should the contract include? What kinds of insurance may provide coverage for losses and claims related to Coronavirus?

Insurance 105

Insurance Food and Beverage Contracts Transportation 105

Smart Meetings

JANUARY 4, 2019

Date, venue and rates are critical and typically given priority in the earliest stages of the meeting planning cycle. Many hotel contracts mandate use of an in-house AV provider and contain clauses prohibiting use of other vendors or charge for the privilege of using the planner’s preferred vendor. Contracting Out vs. In-House.

Negotiating 82

Negotiating Hotels Contracts Food and Beverage 82

SmartMeetings

FEBRUARY 3, 2020

Sometimes, the projectile comes in the form of a volcano, hurricane, rogue audio visual technician, speaker or guest. The space had been contracted, but the venue had failed to inform the city and so, no parking. The property gave away the suites that were contracted. Unfortunately, that was not to be.

Meetings 118

Meetings Contracts Speakers Venues 118

SmartMeetings

APRIL 3, 2020

Meetings in the financial and insurance sector require outside-the-box thinking. The economy was humming along before the coronavirus hit, but even then the majority of meeting planners in the financial and insurance industries were keeping their budgets in neutral. Financial and insurance meetings in the U.S.

Financial 74

Financial Insurance Meetings Food and Beverage 74

Eventtia

APRIL 18, 2022

You’ll have more options, whether it’s the venue, speakers, date/time, and you’ll also have more time to promote the event and to deal with any issues that may come up. For in-person events) secure your venue. Create a shortlist of potential venue. Negotiate details with the venue. Venue manager.

Social Media 62

Social Media Sponsorships Speakers Contracts 62

StraussCA

JUNE 29, 2022

Location and Venue. To establish your budget, consider how to pay for everything, including: Venue rental and insurance (if applicable). Entertainment, guest speakers or presenters; factor in travel, accommodations, per diems and other consumables. Fresh Location and Venue . Ingredients: . Event Goals.

Food and Beverage 52

Food and Beverage Contracts Entertainment Insurance 52

Bizzabo

JUNE 4, 2021

The expected time that the client/event planner will arrive at the venue. Many venues will still have a minimum fee based on the expected number of attendees. A document that outlines details and specifications for both the venue and the event planner. Certificate of Insurance. Attrition Fees. Banquet Round. Comp Rooms.

Food and Beverage 92

Food and Beverage Wireless Speakers Venues 92

Eventtia

OCTOBER 9, 2023

What should you do when your key speaker suddenly cancels five days before the event? What should you do when the venue you’ve booked becomes unavailable? Here’s how to structure your budget considerations: Allocate funds for venue and infrastructure. Ensure adequate insurance. Prepare for your speakers’ arrival.

Event Planning 88

Event Planning Retail Social Media Speakers 88

Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 5, 2022

A streaming option can serve larger, more geographically diverse and executive audiences, act as a flexible insurance policy in the event a new threat grounds attendees while providing valuable data about behavior. When a speaker can hear the basic human gesture of clapping at the push of a button, it is beautiful to see,” he said.

Meetings 110

Meetings Food and Beverage 2021 Insurance 110

Event Industry News

MARCH 25, 2020

Performing Artistes is the division of f4 group that supplies speakers, hosts and presenters for a whole range of activities. 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. How do we work?

Negotiating 53

Negotiating Advertising Consulting Insurance 53

Endless Events

JULY 23, 2021

In every contract, an Audio Visual (AV) quote is the piece of a vendor agreement that has the dollars attached to it that breaks apart the projected cost of different materials. The audio section will contain all information related to sound including speakers, soundboards, amps and the sound system at the venue. Compare Costs.

Contracts 118

Contracts Negotiating Venues Wireless 118

SmartMeetings

NOVEMBER 20, 2019

Do you know the venue inside and out? Specifically, ask your venue which of its costs are taxable. Also make sure you budget for event insurance—and check for indemnification clauses in your contract with the venue. Presenters and Speakers. How do you find a great speaker? Don’t be so sure.

Social Media 52

Social Media Sponsorships Speakers Contracts 52

Event Leadership Institute

FEBRUARY 11, 2021

Mind your money with battles over escrow deposits to suppliers and more room to negotiate venue commissions. Most planners answering them have no idea, while most of the venues and other sell-side suppliers are way too optimistic, with little to base it on. All of this will make managing venue guarantees more challenging.

2021 111

2021 Site Selections Contracts Venues 111

Endless Events

FEBRUARY 5, 2020

In every contract, an Audio Visual (AV) quote is the piece of a vendor agreement that has the dollars attached to it that breaks apart the projected cost of different materials. The audio section will contain all information related to sound including speakers, soundboards, amps and the sound system at the venue. Compare Costs.

Contracts 135

Contracts Speakers Negotiating Insurance 135

SmartMeetings

MAY 4, 2020

Attendee and employee comfort with risk will vary widely, as will the regulations for meetings in every destination and the sanitation protocols in each venue. For events where multiple rooms are used for a meal, speakers could be live-streamed across the venue. Groups within Groups.

Meetings 89

Meetings Food and Beverage Insurance Financial 89

Event Leadership Institute

NOVEMBER 22, 2019

This looming economic threat is the impetus for a webinar I gave recently for FICP (Financial & Insurance Conference Planners) titled Recession-Proofing Your Job: Strategies for Improving Your Value. Are you viewed as a commodity or a business partner? Have you developed and articulated a compelling personal brand? .

Contracts 80

Contracts 2009 Site Selections Insurance 80

SmartMeetings

JULY 8, 2020

Regional travel that supports local venues could be more popular than ever. Adding motivational speakers, cooking classes and experiences will create more excitement and engagement. How can we turn worries about the venue into a positive message? We can expect major revisions to all travel contracts after COVID-19,” he says.

Travel 116

Travel Contracts Hotels Transportation 116

PCMA Convene

MARCH 7, 2017

Better contract negotiations. We are moving to a larger venue for 2017. We have implemented a risk-management manual to our events and we have purchased more event insurance for better protection. We may shorten our 2017 meeting, have one less speaker, reduce the meal costs. • Cut back on meeting frequency. •

Food and Beverage 67

Food and Beverage Risk Management Insurance 2017 67

Social Tables

APRIL 22, 2019

It takes careful planning to pay deposits on time and keep track of contracts. Your keynote speaker requests that you ask about their availability and schedule their appearance three months in advance. What other events are happening at the venue before or after your event, and how they might affect your schedule.

Event Planning 138

Event Planning Food and Beverage Events Venues 138

Social Tables

MAY 16, 2019

Experts say the most common wedding color mistakes include: forgetting to factor in your venue colors, waiting too long to choose, and picking bridesmaids colors that don’t flatter your party. Reserve your venues. Purchase engagement ring insurance. Consider wedding insurance. Request a PDF floor plan from your venue.

Insurance 83

Insurance Transportation Venues 2019 83

MeetingsNet

NOVEMBER 18, 2022

This new dynamic was the topic of a standing-room-only session at the Financial and Insurance Conference Planners conference, held at the Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport November 13-16. For example, why do contracts that they used to have two or three months to consider now need to be signed within weeks? The New Environment.

Management 59

Management Meetings Financial Hotels 59

PCMA Convene

APRIL 28, 2020

You are seeing the focus on virtual, and also seeing meeting planners having to create an “insurance policy” for their associations by potentially producing digital and live meetings simultaneously. Not all contracts can be canceled free and clear, and there are, of course, sunk costs associated with a canceled face-to-face event.

Sponsorships 123

Sponsorships Contracts Trade Shows Meeting Planning 123