QC Event School

FEBRUARY 16, 2022

Starting a new business in event planning can be a very profitable venture. In this blog post, we’ll teach you how to start an event planning business from scratch in 6 easy steps! So, if you’re ready to start planning some amazing events, keep reading!

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Eventsforce

JANUARY 14, 2021

With that in mind, we have put together seven post- pandemic skills that event planners should focus on today. Sales, Persuasion and Negotiation . We are all persuading and negotiating with each other throughout our day to day activities. Even selling in-person events will be different. Helping Develop Hybrid Events.

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Eventscase Blog

MAY 9, 2024

When it comes to event planning, one of the first questions that arises is: what are the costs of organising events? The answer is not simple and varies considerably depending on numerous factors , from the size of the event to the location chosen.

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Eventtia

OCTOBER 9, 2023

Whether you’re on the brink of planning a first event or are a seasoned professional revising your event planning checklist, this guide aims to be your trusted roadmap. This article provides a comprehensive event planning checklist to help you manage every detail for a successful event, from start to finish.

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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. Based on their needs, you will be required to do any or all of the following: Ideate the plan. Decide the theme.

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ePly

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Negotiating your vendor pricing (get everything in writing). Setting a structured timeline with non-negotiable deadlines (but be sure to include some undisclosed buffer time). Lining up the event software you want to use and including potential “what-ifs” to compensate for any possible delays. Never submit a generic proposal.

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Cvent: Event Marketing

AUGUST 30, 2018

Check out our free webinar for a sneak peak at some of these great features! Negotiate Better with the Cvent Supplier Network. Account Manager Danielle Galloway loves helping clients leverage the power of the Cvent Supplier Network to find great venues, track spending, and negotiate more effectively. Register Now!

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TicketBud

DECEMBER 5, 2023

In this guide, we’ll explore seven strategies to masterfully plan out your event programming for the coming year, ensuring each season is filled with memorable experiences. Take Time to Reflect Before diving into event planning, take a moment to reflect on your events from the past year.

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GEVME

MARCH 4, 2019

Nowadays, you can find many event management professional certification programs and courses. About event management certification. Courses cover managing the financial aspects of overseas events, negotiating with suppliers, and more. CPCE: Certified Professional in Catering and Events. Conclusion.

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Eventmobi

JUNE 16, 2023

This person should possess strong organizational and leadership skills, understand marketing and event planning, and really get revenue generation. The digital world has put event planning and success at your fingertips, so find the right platform and stick to it. Plus: you both get to market to one another’s audiences!

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All Seated

OCTOBER 4, 2022

With price increases causing event planners to re-strategize and reprioritize their programs, here are eight tips to manage the high cost of planning events in New York and elsewhere. . But event planners shouldn’t be ready to retire the word quite yet. . Take a Close Look at Every Budget Item. Educate Clients.

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Endless Events

OCTOBER 18, 2022

And as outlined above, feedback helps immensely when building your event marketing strategy. Additionally, you can host webinars, virtual events, and giveaways or create ambassador programs tailored to their wants, needs, and interests. BUILDING AN EVENT MARKETING STRATEGY . Understand Your Event.

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Endless Events

MARCH 10, 2020

So she has plenty to tell us about how they go about planning a virtual event! “So over the last, I would say three to four years, we have increased the number of webinars that we have”, she explains. So it really ramped up for 2020, one to two webinars or live summits a week. The Timing.

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SmartMeetings

SEPTEMBER 2, 2020

Many organizations, including Smart Meetings , have turned their events virtual. Access one of our many webinars , which provide relevant information that can increase your meetings knowledge. These skills are perfectly transferable to other roles in areas like logistics planning and many managerial jobs.

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Endless Events

JANUARY 27, 2020

The Best of the Best: Of the Best: Endless’ Greatest Hits: Our Most Helpful and Influential Event Blog Posts of All Time. Event WiFi: How To Use WiFi As An Event Sponsorship Asset. ? Negotiating Event WiFi is another. Watch our webinar on How to Negotiate Hotel WiFi! ?? 8-minute video).

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Endless Events

SEPTEMBER 17, 2021

Planning A Safe Event Starts With Cables And Wires. Cables and wires absolutely need to be secured at events. This is a non-negotiable! All cables on the floor at your event should have a cable ramp. Plan A Safe Event With COVID-19 In Mind. Let’s start with the very basics.

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Endless Events

JANUARY 22, 2019

and Ian Framson of Trade Show Internet are going to answer all your burning questions and share their best tips on how to make sure you have the best Wi-Fi possible at your next event. They know planning your event wi-fi can seem daunting and stressful. Is Your Event Vulnerable to Cyber Attacks?: Watch below.

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Eventmobi

JANUARY 24, 2019

Review and Track Your Event Budget. Planning your event budget is just the starting point. As mentioned earlier, not all expenses can be forecasted and your budget will most likely change during the event planning process. Negotiate speaker contracts carefully and be clear about expenses speakers can claim.

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Endless Events

NOVEMBER 29, 2021

The most common mistake we’ve noticed is that many event planners still plan their virtual or hybrid events based on an in-person-only format. But here’s the situation: the events industry is not going back to how things used to be. Building events since : 2018. Albert’s Aha! Albert’s Aha!

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Endless Events

APRIL 12, 2019

Some of these event AV mistakes will cause a minor annoyance, others can completely ruin your event, check out the list below to make sure you avoid these pitfalls at your next event. Planning an event? Watch our free webinar How To Avoid An Event AV Disaster. #15. Hiring Your AV Company Too Late.

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Event Leadership Institute

MAY 1, 2018

One of the main reasons event professionals across the country choose to learn with us is to hone the skills they need to advance their event planning careers, and many of them ask us about job openings. Get updates about upcoming courses, new blog posts, promotions, webinars, and more. Who could benefit from this course?

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GEVME

OCTOBER 30, 2019

Themed parties, interactive showcases, vivid designs – all that can put an exciting twist on your event, stimulating the guests to share their impressions later on. Defining the event style, you should clarify its primary goal. Another yet tier of innovative ideas for event planning that many tend to forget about vainly.

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Socio Events

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

Have you ever wondered how to become an event planner? In this blog, we’ll walk you through exactly what you need to know about working in the rapidly growing event planning industry. From the perks of the job to tricks of the trade, let’s explore everything an aspiring event planner needs to become a certified professional.

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Social Tables

MARCH 2, 2021

Pricing For Properties For Planners Resources Blog Customer Stories Resource Library Training & Certification Podcast Product Updates About Cvent Log In Get Started Sign Up Free Request a Demo Home » Event Planning » How Much Do Wedding Planners Make? 7 Factors That Impact Salary How Much Do Wedding Planners Make?

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SmartMeetings

SEPTEMBER 21, 2020

It has given me a little bit more credence, a little more credibility, in different negotiations with facilities and dealings with suppliers. Peters, senior global event strategist for Maritz Global Events, earned her certification in 2005. So, there’s very little event planning in our program.

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Meeting Tomorrow

MARCH 28, 2024

In the events space, this has translated to the rise of ‘bleisure ,’ with employees making the most out of their business travel by extending their stay for non-work fun. Integrating relaxation and wellness in an event can show up in a variety of ways, big and small.

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Eventsforce

SEPTEMBER 29, 2020

On-Demand Webinar: Virtual Events – 10 Ways to Keep Your Attendees Engaged! If they don’t, it may be a sign that they may not understand what happens at a virtual event. Put your speakers at ease because there is more complexity involved than at an in-person event. 2) Explain the Tech .

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Hubilo Blog

SEPTEMBER 2, 2021

Hosting a game spree at virtual events promotes networking. Games help in breaking the “webinar” fatigue at virtual events. What are some of the fun virtual games played at events? Here’s a look at 16 virtual event games, categorized into four segments.

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Cvent: Event Marketing

MARCH 19, 2019

There’s a point in the planning process, whether for a few hours or a few days when you’ll hit a wall. We all know that event planning is one of the top ten most stressful jobs you can have. As you plan events, listen to your body. Better yet, add at least one activity to your weekly schedule as a non-negotiable.

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Eventtia

OCTOBER 20, 2022

Planning an event can be overwhelming with all the different moving parts and challenges. In this guide, we’ll share an event planning template you can use to easily plan your next event. Event Planning Template: Checklist and Timeline. Develop an event master plan.

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SmartMeetings

DECEMBER 29, 2016

Read books about meeting planning and career advice, subscribe to e-newsletters and listen to free podcasts for planners. Take a few minutes to enroll in free event planning webinars that can teach you the finer points of contract negotiation, event technology and more.

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SmartMeetings

MAY 23, 2018

“That was when it was a relationship business, and you were valued for your Rolodex and your ability to deliver on negotiations.” In a world of decentralized and ever-changing hotel staff, digital RFPs and transparent pricing, Smith laments that event planning has become much more transactional—a commodity.

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SmartMeetings

MAY 23, 2018

“That was when it was a relationship business, and you were valued for your Rolodex and your ability to deliver on negotiations.” In a world of decentralized and ever-changing hotel staff, digital RFPs and transparent pricing, Smith laments that event planning has become much more transactional—a commodity.

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Event Leadership Institute

MAY 9, 2018

I negotiated with suppliers and clients and banks. While working in theatre was very rewarding and creatively fulfilling, I do appreciate the fast-paced nature of the event industry and the incredible diversity of what Greenscape does.”. Attend her upcoming Event Leader Q&A Webinar on May 29 th. Corinne Kessel, CSEP.

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Endless Events

JANUARY 12, 2018

As we kick off 2018, we’re excited to discover a lot of new event ideas for 2018 to energize our event planning. More than the technology itself, it’s really great to finally see innovations in personalization and customization gearing up to be the central theme in this year’s events. Click To Tweet.

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Endless Events

APRIL 1, 2020

The ability to engage and command undivided attention are two non-negotiable qualities here. And if you have any doubts about whether or not the person you chose can pull this off, ask them for previous examples of when they spoke at a virtual event.

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Hubilo Blog

SEPTEMBER 2, 2021

Hosting a game spree at virtual events promotes networking. Games help in breaking the “webinar” fatigue at virtual events. What are some of the fun virtual games played at events? Here’s a look at 16 virtual event games, categorized into four segments.

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