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The Top 20 Event Planning Books to Read Right Now

GEVME

Corporate business clients often need some food for thought to gain deeper insight into the event planning industry, the services they often use, and so on. Special Events: A New Generation and the Next Frontier by Dr. Special Events: A New Generation and the Next Frontier by Dr. Joe Goldblatt.

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Preparing for a Leaner Commission World

SmartMeetings

“That was when it was a relationship business, and you were valued for your Rolodex and your ability to deliver on negotiations.” The industry grew as the economy improved and even thrived during a short buyer’s market in 2008, according to Smith. Flash Forward to 2018.

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Preparing for a Leaner Commission World

SmartMeetings

“That was when it was a relationship business, and you were valued for your Rolodex and your ability to deliver on negotiations.” The industry grew as the economy improved and even thrived during a short buyer’s market in 2008, according to Smith. Flash Forward to 2018.

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The best pharma event management companies in 2023

SpotMe Blog

Here are 3 benefits of working with a professional pharma event management company: Access to resources Pharma event management companies have established relationships with top venues, caterers, A/V companies, and other vendors. They can often negotiate better deals and availability.

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An Ode to 40 Women Influencers In the Events Industry

Hubilo Blog

Tahira Endean : She has been a part of this immense events industry for a little more than 2 decades. She is currently the Head of Events with SITE Global. Previously for 20+ years, she has been an instructor of Special Event Planning and Sustainable Event Operations.

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Top 99 keynote speakers every event planner must know about

Hubilo Blog

Oren is one of the world’s leading experts on sales, raising capital and negotiation. Founder of Endless Events , Will Curran & host of the event industry podcast, #EventIcons , Will is an expert in making event AV less complex and reducing stress in the event planning process. Planning an event?

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Top 98 keynote speakers every event planner must know about

Hubilo Blog

Founder of Endless Events , Will Curran & host of the event industry podcast, #EventIcons , Will is an expert in making event AV less complex and reducing stress in the event planning process. Over 200,000 event professionals downloaded his books. Want him to speak at your event?