Planning Pod

JANUARY 25, 2017

” Because event sponsorships play such a significant role in event revenues – one recent study shows that 63% of event managers rely on sponsorships as a significant source of income – it’s vital that you give yourself and your events the best chance to attract the right sponsors. Complimentary or VIP passes.

Sponsorships 128

Sponsorships Social Media Negotiating Marketing 128

PCMA Convene

MARCH 7, 2017

Better contract negotiations. Increase in what we budget for food and beverage, and managing other costs more closely. We may shorten our 2017 meeting, have one less speaker, reduce the meal costs. • 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

SpotMe Blog

JUNE 13, 2023

Logistics management: From booking the venue to arranging travel and accommodation for attendees and speakers, experienced pharma event planners handle all the logistical details. They can often negotiate better deals and availability. They can also coordinate things like catering, A/V equipment, and entertainment.

Event Management 130

Event Management 2023 Management Healthcare 130

Eventtia

JANUARY 11, 2022

More and better sponsorship opportunities. For a successful hybrid event, you’ll need to pay attention to at least these tech aspects: lighting, A/V equipment (speakers, video cameras, microphones, mixer, etc.), Global reach and more attendance will ultimately result in better ROI and profitability for the event. And others.

2022 62

2022 Event Management Management Food and Beverage 62

Eventmobi

JANUARY 24, 2019

Fixed costs: $1,600 (includes room rental, AV, speaker costs, F&B, staff, etc.). According to a Professional Convention Management Association (PCMA) survey, 36% of all expenses are for food and beverages (F&B) alone. Food & Beverage @ $35/person. Concession (food and beverage and merchandise sales).

Food and Beverage 199

Food and Beverage Meetings Financial Advertising 199

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. Look into associated costs like food and beverage, AV, and parking – are these included, where can you negotiate? Will you have paid speakers, performers, or special guests?

Event Planning 78

Event Planning Food and Beverage Social Media Insurance 78

SmartMeetings

OCTOBER 20, 2016

This covered delegates’ expectations for personalization, right down to food and beverage, as well as keeping up with evolving technology and addressing security needs. Experts from Maritz Global Events, Accor, Hyatt and MGM Resorts International discussed how meetings will change and what will drive growing demand in the year ahead.

2016 40

2016 Trade Shows Food and Beverage Technology 40

Eventtia

OCTOBER 20, 2022

Determine your must-have needs from a venue before negotiating and committing to a venue. Estimate your budget while considering high-level expense elements, including: Venue cost (for an in-person or hybrid event) Virtual event platform ( for a virtual event ) Catering Staff and volunteers Talent fees (for speakers, presenters, etc.)

Event Planning 62

Event Planning Sponsorships Food and Beverage Insurance 62

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.) Event Income.

Food and Beverage 206

Food and Beverage Social Media Insurance Entertainment 206

Stova

MARCH 17, 2023

Three cost-saving tactics executives are currently deploying to make their event budget plan: Controlling costs on hotel rooms, meeting rooms, food and beverage, concessions, and travel. Food How much will food cost? Or perhaps it's having an impressive venue or a top industry keynote speaker.

2023 40

2023 Food and Beverage Social Media Negotiating 40

Social Tables

MAY 14, 2019

And to create an experience, every little piece of the event needs to map back to the purpose, from the venue to the food. But that’s not to say you can’t negotiate. Tips for negotiating a bigger event budget When it comes to negotiating an event budget , the language stakeholders speak most fluently is data.

Negotiating 141

Negotiating Sponsorships Social Media Venues 141

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. Finding diversity in speakers. Finding quality speakers. Communication. Contracting. (3 3 mentions).

Contracts 69

Contracts Hotels Food and Beverage Negotiating 69

Eventtia

DECEMBER 16, 2021

If you want, you can also invite speakers and talents to perform at the event virtually. if you are planning to get sponsorship? A/V equipment (speakers, mics, live streaming equipment, etc. support a product launch, build brand awareness, educate attendees) What unique value(s) can you provide your audience with the event?

2022 62

2022 Social Media Sponsorships Food and Beverage 62

Capterra Event Management

FEBRUARY 14, 2018

It’s a breakdown of what you’d like to see go into and come out of your event, and can touch on speakers, revenue, attendees, and media attention. A/V (projectors, internet/Wi-Fi, speakers, microphones, cameras). Catering (bartenders, servers, food, beverages, linens, table settings). Know when to ask.

Social Media 110

Social Media Food and Beverage Advertising Speakers 110

Planning Pod

MAY 3, 2017

NOTE: Even though this article is written for getting executives to sign off on your event idea, I have also used the 11 steps outlined below to successfully pitch event sponsorships or marketing partnerships to executives. This includes not sharing things like potential venues, speakers/performers, food-and-beverage option, etc.

Event Ideas 142

Event Ideas Food and Beverage Marketing Events 142

Planning Pod

JULY 25, 2019

Communications – For event collaboration and communication via email and text messaging among team members, contractors, vendors and speakers as well as with attendees. Offerings include event registration, booking tracking, catering/beverage management, reporting and integrations. ClearEvent. Calendaring. Catering Management.

Event Management 112

Event Management Management 2019 Social Media 112

Cvent: Event Marketing

JULY 3, 2018

Common strategies to reduce costs are reining in food and beverage costs, negotiating venue rates, and pursuing reduced room prices. Success considerations for this group include gaining greater insights from meetings and events, deeper customer engagement, and improved revenue results from sponsorships and exhibitors.

Food and Beverage 47

Food and Beverage Negotiating Sponsorships Corporate Events 47

Planning Pod

JULY 25, 2019

Communications – For event collaboration and communication via email and text messaging among team members, contractors, vendors and speakers as well as with attendees. Offerings include event registration, booking tracking, catering/beverage management, reporting and integrations. ClearEvent. Calendaring. Catering Management.

Event Management 60

Event Management Management 2019 Social Media 60

Planning Pod

MAY 3, 2017

NOTE: Even though this article is written for getting executives or top management to sign off on your event idea, I have also used the 11 steps outlined below to successfully pitch event sponsorships or marketing partnerships to executives, so feel free to adapt this list to pitching events in general. Business executives are an odd bunch.

Event Ideas 60

Event Ideas Food and Beverage Events Marketing 60

Cvent: Event Marketing

APRIL 10, 2019

Your event has a purpose from the beginning, which will drive content, speakers, and the venue. More people mean a larger venue and more food, but it could also mean a greater return on investment. The venue, food, and entertainment are high-price items. Building the Perfect Event. It starts simply. Let’s start simple.

Event Planning 46

Event Planning 2019 Food and Beverage Social Media 46

Planning Pod

AUGUST 24, 2019

When you get down to it, event marketing educates your potential attendees about the scope and theme of your event; provides the particulars about the event (reasons to attend, location, date/time, speakers/entertainment, etc.); Values, mission, content focus, featured speakers/entertainment, etc. Sponsorship and exhibitor options.

Event Marketing 131

Event Marketing Marketing Social Media Speakers 131

Planning Pod

AUGUST 24, 2019

When you get down to it, event marketing educates your potential attendees about the scope and theme of your event; provides the particulars about the event (reasons to attend, location, date/time, speakers/entertainment, etc.); Values, mission, content focus, featured speakers/entertainment, etc. Speaker and entertainment selections.

Event Marketing 60

Event Marketing Marketing Social Media Speakers 60