Eved

JULY 3, 2017

Whether you’re in corporate procurement and experienced with procurement but may not be as well versed in the nuances of meeting and event spend, or you work for a smaller destination management company and aren’t yet as familiar with spend analysis, this blog is for you! Is there a contract opportunity with this hotel chain?

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Eventtia

DECEMBER 16, 2022

In this blog post, we will take a look at seven of the best event planning certification programs available today. To get the CMP title, a person must show that they are good at negotiating contracts, planning events, managing risks, and marketing. CMP certification is now recognized as a global standard of excellence.

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Endless Events

JULY 6, 2018

Subscribe to our blog and get useful industry insights from top #eventprofs via our podcasts, articles and free webinars! This is doubly true for B2Bs, since every purchase tends to be a long-term contract. That means knowing the non-negotiables like audiovisual, food and beverage, security, etc.,

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zkipster

MAY 5, 2022

“The UAE’s foresight in molding itself into a global hub with ample flight connectivity, hospitality capacity (both hotels and special venues, including remarkable desert locations like Sonara Camp ) and world-renowned catering and food and beverage mean that the region is top of the list for discerning hosts and groups of all sizes.”.

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SpotMe Blog

JUNE 13, 2023

They can often negotiate better deals and availability. Pharmaceutical meeting planners handle it all – from venue selection and food and beverage to HCP attendee management, content creation, and more. They also own or have access to the latest event tech, staging, and production equipment, saving you time and money.

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Planning Pod

JULY 27, 2022

Goal/objective of the event Event date/time Headcount Budget Decision timeline Catering/food-and-beverage needs Location/room/space needs (on-premise, off-premise, etc.) Online business tools with electronic signatures can make quick work of signing proposals , online contracts and banquet event orders (BEOs).

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Eventtia

OCTOBER 9, 2023

Negotiate terms. This could be in the form of social media posts, stories, blog entries, or even guest appearances at the event. Negotiate mutually beneficial terms. Once an agreement is reached, ensure all terms are laid out in a written contract. Initiate conversations. Leverage their reach. Strike a fair deal.

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Guidebook

JANUARY 8, 2024

Research and Vendor Contracting Research potential venues to come up with a shortlist. Look into associated costs like food and beverage, AV, and parking – are these included, where can you negotiate? Check their availability and start working on a contract. Negotiate terms and specifics with the venue.

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Planning Pod

APRIL 12, 2020

For each budget line item, you should account for the following: Estimated amount (how much you want to spend) Negotiated amount (the agreed upon price with your supplier) Actual amount (invoiced amount) Amount paid to date Amount still owed Payment due dates w/ amounts due.

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GEVME

JUNE 27, 2018

Negotiate the price , or—if relevant—establish a multi-year contract with a venue host. Catering: Many conference planners think that services related to food and beverages aren’t in their sphere of interest because it’s something that venue hosts are responsible for. Inquire where the food and beverages are coming from.

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Planning Pod

JULY 9, 2021

Food-and-Beverage Management. Proposals & Contracts. You can quickly and easily add estimated, negotiated and actual costs, track payments and payment due dates for each line item, and view remaining amounts due. These include proposals, contracts, invoices, floor plan designs, forms/questionnaires and budgets.

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Eventtia

OCTOBER 20, 2022

Determine your must-have needs from a venue before negotiating and committing to a venue. Create a shortlist and negotiate with talents Create written contracts (make sure not to miss any details) Secure promotional details (bio, headshot, session draft, etc.) Prepare food, drinks, entertainment content, etc.,

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Cvent: Event Marketing

MARCH 28, 2019

One City, One Contract is designed to simplify the planning process by streamlining negotiations. One contract ties each hotel in the city together with a single set of terms. The unprecedented unity of One City One, Contract unlocks one of the Midwest’s premier destinations. People already love Madison.

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All Seated

OCTOBER 4, 2022

“In New York, we have seen clients spend double what they spent for the exact same event pre-pandemic, and that would be inclusive of venue, food, AV, and other expenses,” says Liz King Caruso, CEO at techsytalk. Inflation has been dominating the news headlines not just in New York but all over the globe. inflation rate. Be Transparent.

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Social Tables

APRIL 17, 2019

In these instances, it’s important to contract with security companies (especially when there’s alcohol involved), and make sure that all entrances and exits are diligently mapped out prior to the event as well. 93% of planners and property professionals believe the negotiation process of booking an event could be improved.

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Event Planning BluePrint

APRIL 5, 2022

Even though Pinterest Boards, DIY blogs, and reality tv (wedding edition) might make the happy couple believe they can plan their own wedding, chances are they need help from a professional wedding planner. Be reasonable, but the strong negotiator. Emphasize soft skills, like organization, negotiation and attention to detail.

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Event Planning BluePrint

APRIL 5, 2022

Even though Pinterest Boards, DIY blogs, and reality tv (wedding edition) might make the happy couple believe they can plan their own wedding, chances are they need help from a professional wedding planner. Be reasonable, but the strong negotiator. Emphasize soft skills, like organization, negotiation and attention to detail.

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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.

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Planning Pod

JULY 13, 2022

In minutes, you can start effortlessly managing your events from timelines and budgeting to contracts and floorplans. If you enter or change your event headcount, our system can automatically update anything attached to that number, including food-and-beverage quantities and invoice line items.

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Planning Pod

JULY 25, 2019

Business and accounting – For tracking contacts/CRM, leads, legal contracts, proposals, invoicing, payments, revenues and ROI. Offerings include event registration, booking tracking, catering/beverage management, reporting and integrations. A few web directories to consider include Capterra , Software Advice and G2. ClearEvent.

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Planning Pod

JULY 25, 2019

Business and accounting – For tracking contacts/CRM, leads, legal contracts, proposals, invoicing, payments, revenues and ROI. Offerings include event registration, booking tracking, catering/beverage management, reporting and integrations. A few web directories to consider include Capterra , Software Advice and G2. ClearEvent.

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Planning Pod

AUGUST 24, 2019

For example, if your audience members are in a particular Facebook group, follow a handful of specific people on Twitter, read their emails between 6-10pm at night and visit 2-3 specific blogs, then you have a great start on how to reach them with very focused marketing tactics. Food and beverage offerings. Speaker highlights.

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Planning Pod

AUGUST 24, 2019

For example, if your audience members are in a particular Facebook group, follow a handful of specific people on Twitter, read their emails between 6-10pm at night and visit 2-3 specific blogs, then you have a great start on how to reach them with very focused marketing tactics. Food and beverage offerings. Speaker highlights.

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