Cvent: Event Marketing

MAY 21, 2019

What negotiating with hotels boils down to is synchronized value – in other words, you have what they want (occupied guest rooms, meeting space and food and beverage revenue), and they have what you want (a great hotel at a desirable location). If possible, do your negotiations in person or via a video chat. Local attractions.

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GEVME

NOVEMBER 7, 2018

Knowing how to prepare a venue for an event is one of the key points in event planning. Choosing a venue for an event is also one of the first negotiation points as well. The rest of the preparation process will depend on the decision made about the venue. How to find and choose a venue. The type of event.

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QC Event School

APRIL 6, 2023

In this ULTIMATE Master List, we’ll give you ALL of our top recommended, in-house blog articles that are sure to provide all of the information you’re looking for. Alternately, perhaps you’re a recent graduate and want to start your own event/wedding planning business… But aren’t sure where to begin or how to be successful?

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ePly

JANUARY 3, 2024

A Guide for Event Profs in the Age of Rising Costs Welcome to 2024, where contract negotiations continue to be a critical but dreaded aspect of event planning. In this day and age, negotiation skills are even more essential as event professionals strive to deliver memorable experiences while staying on budget.

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GEVME

NOVEMBER 7, 2018

Knowing how to prepare a venue for an event is one of the key points in event planning. Choosing a venue for an event is also one of the first negotiation points as well. The rest of the preparation process will depend on the decision made about the venue. How to find and choose a venue. The type of event.

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Planning Pod

JULY 27, 2022

Here at Planning Pod, we build venue and event management software tools that help our customers close more business, so we want to do everything in our power to help them improve and grow. What are you looking for from a venue/planner? source: Spotio ). What kind of experience do you want for your guests/attendees?

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EventBank Insights

SEPTEMBER 19, 2019

Finding the right venue can make or break an event, so it’s important that you find the perfect venue to house your event. But how do you find the perfect event venue? So, although finding the perfect venue will always take time, it doesn’t always have to feel overwhelming. Quick Reads.

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ePly

JANUARY 3, 2024

A Guide for Event Profs in the Age of Rising Costs Welcome to 2024, where contract negotiations continue to be a critical but dreaded aspect of event planning. In this day and age, negotiation skills are even more essential as event professionals strive to deliver memorable experiences while staying on budget.

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Endless Events

MAY 13, 2022

Today, there are many ways to prepare for a career in event planning: Work on your soft skills, Get a degree, Get a certificate, Look for free content (webinars, podcasts, e-books, blogs), Work at events (as a volunteer), Build a strong network of event profs (join communities). Online Courses, Blogs, & Other Free Content.

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Endless Events

JULY 26, 2019

There are WAY too many variables to cover and every venue is going to be different. If you have ever tried to google WiFi Terms you will find most WiFi terminology blogs are written by engineers and the definitions can be just as confusing as the term themselves. Did attendees find dead zones in the venue? Venue Negotiations .

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The Castle Group

JULY 18, 2023

Research from the Lime Venue portfolio shows that “the average event wastes between 15% and 20% of the food it produces.” If food donation is a factor in selecting cities or event venues for consideration, it should be included in your RFP and later negotiated as a clause in your contract.

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Nunify

NOVEMBER 14, 2021

This blog focuses on the event planning skills that one should have to be an event organizer. As an event organizer managing multiple events at the same time, and having top-notch organizational skills is non-negotiable. Strong negotiation skills: Negotiating contracts is one of the prime roles of an event planner.

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EventSource

NOVEMBER 1, 2021

It’s a good idea to break up your budget into different categories, including the venue , vendors, attire, and more. . It’s a good idea to go completely paperless when it comes to receipts, invoices, and contracts and instead go digital and store them on your Google Drive or iCloud. Go digital and paperless.

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EventBank Insights

JANUARY 22, 2019

Make sure it's all legal Drafting a contract for a short, temporary event is important to cover your bases should anything go wrong and you're not held liable for a third part (speaker's) actions or comments at the event. ? Choose a Venue ? Know your minimum and capacities of the venue ? Make sure parking is available ?

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The Planner's Lounge

SEPTEMBER 21, 2021

4 Key Strategies for a Sustainable Wedding Business: 1) Solid Contracts for Long Term Sustainability. Is there anything we learned more about during the pandemic than the importance of contracts? It showed us how extremely important it is to have a solid wedding planning contract in place. 2) Safety Protocols.

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TicketBud

MARCH 22, 2017

If you’ve run an event or managed a venue in the past, you’re likely familiar with the general booking process. Venue and Date. An artist’s fee can also depend on when you want them to appear at your event or venue. That way, you can match what your potential venues have in terms of equipment against what the artist requires.

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Planning Pod

AUGUST 14, 2023

Planning Pod makes managing orders, billing, and more easier than ever with comprehensive venue management software for restaurants, catering businesses, and hotels. Easily track clients, agreements, and signatures Save time by creating event contracts and agreements with venue management software.

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Clearwater Events

JANUARY 18, 2018

Venue and hotel commission is a frustrating topic and one that many agencies struggle with. Commission often forms an important revenue stream for an agency especially with venue find only projects. A hotel or venue will quite rightly chase for payment of their invoices in a timely manner.

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MeetingsNet

JANUARY 31, 2018

There are legal and financial risks to both decisions, and no easy answers unless your meeting venue flat-out tells you not to come, says meetings industry attorney, author, and counselor John Foster, Esq., If you have a substantial percentage saying they don’t want to come, try to negotiate with the venue,” says Foster.

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Milestone Events Group

NOVEMBER 10, 2020

Even if you are keeping it local, you will benefit from their services because they have likely worked with most venues and vendors in town. She (or he) can recommend the best vendors for your particular celebration and potentially negotiate deals you would not get otherwise as they have ongoing relationships. . . Enjoy the Day

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Eventsforce

OCTOBER 14, 2019

With a wide range of easily accessible transport links, and a large choice of potential venues, it could easily be the perfect place for your next meeting. We’ve put together the key commonly asked questions below, and followed this up with a bit more information on some great Liverpool venues. How many delegates will be attending?

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Planning Pod

JUNE 23, 2023

Whether you’re an event venue, a professional event organizer, or the de-facto event planner for your organization, creating the best experience for potential attendees can feel overwhelming—especially with event industry statistics suggesting that we’ll see the return of full in-person live events in the upcoming year.

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The MICE

JUNE 3, 2022

So we negotiated client-friendly terms for all cancelled trips under very good conditions, and for all projects which were upcoming, that the payment would be postponed as well. We are not in this business, but everybody is used to negotiating things, to talking about things in online meetings. You always need a backup.

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Meeting Application

MAY 30, 2017

There’s a lot to manage: securing a venue, organizing all the food and drinks, and making sure you promote the event well enough that people show up – all while remaining on or under budget. Negotiation Is Key. Event planning can be a tricky thing.

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Eventscase Blog

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

The contract renewals we have closed in recent weeks are a testament of our clients’ trust in our team. Coinciding with our anniversary, negotiations began to achieve this latest round of investment that we have made public this week. We are also very thankful that our internal efforts are paying off year by year. NEW ROUND OF FUNDING.

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EventSource

APRIL 14, 2020

She gathered all the available dates for all the venues, reviewed contracts, and reached out to our vendors. Fidan was able to help us by decreasing our overall stress by contacting our vendors and getting all necessary information, she was able to negotiate for us, review all the contracts, and so much more.

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Milestone Events Group

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

” In this blog, we’ll explore the factors that influence the cost of hiring a live band and provide you with some insights to help you plan your wedding entertainment budget. Make sure to have a clear contract that outlines all costs so that there are no surprises on your big day. Need help figuring out your wedding budget?

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The Planner's Lounge

DECEMBER 22, 2021

Is the amount negotiable? Can I review your contract? Event Venue Specific Questions. Pro tip: Most venues require clients to obtain an event liability policy. This blog is intended for general information purposes only, and should not be construed as advice or opinions on any specific facts or circumstances.

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Cvent: Event Marketing

AUGUST 30, 2018

Negotiate Better with the Cvent Supplier Network. Account Manager Danielle Galloway loves helping clients leverage the power of the Cvent Supplier Network to find great venues, track spending, and negotiate more effectively. Negotiating rates is easier with the platform since every contract and bid is saved within the system.”

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SpotMe Blog

JUNE 13, 2023

Things like target audience, messaging, venue selection, and budget are all part of the planning process. Logistics management: From booking the venue to arranging travel and accommodation for attendees and speakers, experienced pharma event planners handle all the logistical details. This minimizes risk to your organization and brand.

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Eventsforce

JUNE 12, 2019

Eva the robot can move around a venue and locate guests using an advanced facial recognition system. Usually when events or meetings are cancelled, the party that signed the contract is responsible to pay either a flat fee or a percentage of the revenue they were to bring to the contracted supplier.

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The MICE

AUGUST 17, 2020

It was a big contract, which took six months of negotiations to come to an agreement. Before having my new company, I already had a one-year contract signed for our first project for a hotel company. I was lucky at that moment because I had very good clients—everyone paid the maximum and respected the contract.

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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. They work with clients to determine their budgets, choose a venue, and select vendors. You’ll learn about budgeting, venue selection, and logistics management. Professional Credibility.

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Hubilo Blog

OCTOBER 15, 2021

Negotiate contracts with various vendors, hotels, caterers, and speakers. After understanding the client’s needs, you need to finalize the venue and/or the virtual event platform based on the event theme, the number of attendees, and the budget. The venue should also have ample parking space based on the number of guests.

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Cvent: Event Marketing

JUNE 4, 2018

These meetings generally draw fewer than 50 attendees, are less complex to handle in terms of hotel spend for sleeping rooms and sourcing venue space, and require far less time and effort for planners. Savings on event costs by negotiating more favorable rates. Small/Simple Meetings Challenges. Streamlining processes. Mitigating risk.

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Social Tables

MARCH 2, 2021

Pricing For Properties For Planners Resources Blog Customer Stories Resource Library Training & Certification Podcast Product Updates About Cvent Log In Get Started Sign Up Free Request a Demo Home » Event Planning » How Much Do Wedding Planners Make? This means that your contract should say what clients will and will not be billed for.

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Social Tables

DECEMBER 13, 2016

Lewis, my favorite are his national communication pattern diagrams which can be found on 23 fascinating diagrams reveal how to negotiate with people around the world. APEX may also be a good reference point when it comes to contracts, however, the quality and availability of equivalent resources for other regions is inconsistent.

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