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Smart Women 2017: Innovators

SmartMeetings

Company or organization: Conference Event Management in West Des Moines, Iowa. I love the hugs and high-fives we get at our tech bars and social media lounges, and the “shut the front door” moments during the sessions I do at conferences. Further Reading: Smart Women 2017: Industry Leaders. Smart Women 2017: Entrepreneurs.

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Navigating Rising Costs at Your Events

PCMA Convene

Adrian Ott (from left), Clare Melton, and Ori Lahav discuss the rising costs associated with planning conferences and events at Convening EMEA 2023. This was a vital lesson for his association — understanding the fixed costs to deliver an outstanding experience and where there is room for negotiation.

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Smart Women 2017 – Innovators

SmartMeetings

Company or organization: Conference Event Management in West Des Moines, Iowa. I love the hugs and high-fives we get at our tech bars and social media lounges, and the “shut the front door” moments during the sessions I do at conferences. Further Reading: Smart Women 2017: Industry Leaders. Smart Women 2017: Entrepreneurs.

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The Market Shifts That Led to Commission Cuts

Velvet Chainsaw

rebates negotiated by a CVB/DMO to win business. One important fact that many may not realize: According to Hilton’s 2017 Annual Report, Hilton owns only two hotels (620 rooms total) in all of North and South America. commissions paid to the chain’s regional or national sales organization. housing-reservation fees.

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Eventinterface Launching Event and Meeting Planning Master Class

Eventinterface

From negotiating contracts, hiring vendors, managing attendees, security, and logistics. Anyone who has been made responsible to plan a meeting, event or conference can benefit from this series. Mountain Time starting on April 27, 2017. Early registration is available through March 31, 2017 at $175. WHO SHOULD ATTEND.

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Event Budget Trends 2017: Cloudy with a Chance of Inconsistency?

Social Tables

Take for example, Salesforce.com’s annual conference, Dreamforce. Keep reading to see how your budget situation compares to planners in your cohort, and learn how to set yourself up for success the next time you have to negotiate for more. The post Event Budget Trends 2017: Cloudy with a Chance of Inconsistency?

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Best in Show: Class of 2017

PCMA Convene

Nominated by Alison Milgram, CMP, DES, Senior Events Manager, PCMA, which held PCMA Education Conference 2017 at the New York Marriott Marquis — “It was a little after 10:30 p.m.on Conference Services Manager, Westin Cleveland Downtown. Conference & Touring. Eddie Cook. approached to introduce himself. Rachel Van.

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