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Smart Moves in Berkeley, Hollywood and More

Smart Meetings

In his most recent role as general manager of Calistoga Motor Lodge, he spearheaded a construction project that added 39 rooms, reduced food and beverage costs and skillfully managed finances. Along with expertise in corporate travel events and hotel contracting, he brings a passion for community service. Pete/Clearwater.

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Sponsorship Needs to Be More Than Banners and Clings

Velvet Chainsaw

Problem is, when you dig into these resources, you find that they are more focused on print and digital advertising than true sponsorship. Mattering can include attendee experience enhancers like a charging station, free Wi-Fi, food and beverage offerings or a give-away that attendees value. How to Organize Your Sales Team.

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How To Start A Catering Business In 2024

Planning Pod

So, how can you turn your passion for food into a thriving business? What type of food do you feel the most passionate about? In addition, consider online advertising platforms like Google Ads to reach your target audience. What’s your favorite dish to cook? word-of-mouth marketing, referrals, digital marketing).

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Creating Restaurant Event Spaces that Sell

Social Tables

Acting as an event venue opens restaurants to the revenue potential associated with event rental and catering services—revenue with higher profit margins than traditional food service. With built-in food service available , guests never have to worry about their food getting cold as it travels from the kitchen to the event.

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The Winning Recipe for Successful Association Events

StraussCA

Food and Beverage Selections. Food and beverage: don’t forget this is a variable expense dictated by attendance numbers. Marketing costs for traditional and social media, website advertising, signage, and print materials. Contract with reliable, repu­table vendors who can meet your association’s needs.

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Sponsorship Needs to Be More Than Banners and Clings

Velvet Chainsaw

Problem is, when you dig into these resources, you find that they are more focused on print and digital advertising than true sponsorship. Mattering can include attendee experience enhancers like a charging station, free Wi-Fi, food and beverage offerings or a give-away that attendees value. How to Organize Your Sales Team.

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The Event Planner’s Guide to Venue Sourcing and the RFP Process 2023

Stova

Likewise, venues that offer food and beverage, AV, and production as part of the events package will often agree on discounts on total event spend, taking all elements into account. Signing off on guarantees for food and beverage is plain sailing for some but for others, it’s the rock upon which they perish. Happy days.

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