Master the Event

APRIL 5, 2022

Once the organization has established the reasons, objectives and goals for the conference, the meeting planner gets going, plotting, designing and mapping out the blueprint to organize all the components of the meetings and conference. Conference Planning Resources – Why oh WHY!? Wondering how to plan a conference?

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GEVME

JANUARY 18, 2021

WHY NOT PHYSICAL CONFERENCES? The bygone days of the physical conferences brought with them the obvious need for a physical venue, accommodating enough for an expected amount of audience. Add to that the ease of judging the audience’s reach and response, only further speaks in favour of Virtual Conferences.

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GEVME

JANUARY 18, 2021

WHY NOT PHYSICAL CONFERENCES? The bygone days of the physical conferences brought with them the obvious need for a physical venue, accommodating enough for an expected amount of audience. Add to that the ease of judging the audience’s reach and response, only further speaks in favour of Virtual Conferences.

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Endless Events

AUGUST 29, 2018

This means their experience both during and in-between conference events are in your hands. Not to worry, that’s why we’ve put together all our conference planning guides here, to make sure you plan the best event experience for them. Where to Host Your Next Conference: 8 Best Locations. Click To Tweet.

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Master the Event

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Knowing which questions to ask a potential client can help an event organizer select the right venue. In this post I’m going to show you why the budget planning process doesn’t have to be the toughest part of an event proposal. Tip – look for venues that are within walking distance or consider hosting the event in-house (at the hotel).

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EveryEventGuide

APRIL 2, 2019

Once you have a clear understanding of the conference’s theme, start planning the details. Here are some conference planning tips to make it epic. Once you know the date, you can plan all the other aspects. Give yourself at least 4-6 months for planning. Choose a Venue. Create a Marketing Plan.

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Eventmobi

MAY 23, 2024

Keep reading this comprehensive guide to learn: What is a Conference? Common Conference Types Why is Conference Management Important? Conference Management Types The Conference Management Process How to Select the Right Conference Management Software What Is a Conference? We hope not!

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Endless Events

AUGUST 15, 2018

That’s where the right environment comes into play – particularly, by creating ambiance with conference staging. Conference staging ideas are often overlooked when it comes to conference planning. One way to do this is to plan for branding opportunities. Final thoughts on conference staging ideas.

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Endless Events

JANUARY 25, 2018

In the next step, we’ll tackle how to get the estimated cost as close to the actual cost as possible to make for an accurate budget. This step is crucial for future budgeting sessions to understand how costs are increasing (or decreasing). It will a serve as a reference when planning the event for years to come. Estimated Cost.

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Guidebook

JUNE 19, 2018

You’ve been working on your event for 6+ months — you’ve put in countless hours getting the venue locked down, the schedule finalized, speakers scheduled, the production design perfect. To learn more about booking a keynote speaker, download our free 70-page professional conference planning guide ! Imagine this scenario.

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InitLive

MAY 9, 2019

But how to reduce the risks of your event falling apart? Well, professional conference organizers and event planners know that when it comes to putting together one successful event after another, the key is preparation. To learn more about how InitLive works, watch a demo now ! Learn from Past Experiences.

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Coterie Spark

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

Based on these experiences, we’re more certain than ever that The Wild West of Conference Planning remains in full swing, especially regarding mask-wearing. Mask-wearing is a hot-button topic for everyone involved in your conference or event: planners, hosts, venues, staff, caterers, and attendees.

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Eventinterface

JULY 12, 2017

For meeting planners who have never thought about sustainability, what are the areas of an event that could be most easily transformed and how? On the other side, for meeting planners who are keenly aware of sustainable practices, how should they communicate their desires with the vendors and venues they seek to do business with?

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InitLive

NOVEMBER 25, 2021

Whether you’re a nonprofit event planner , association membership manager, event director, or convention planner, this guide will help you plan the most effective, engaging convention possible for your audience members. 11 Steps to Plan a Successful Convention. 5 Convention Planning Best Practices. Pick a venue.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 20, 2022

This commitment has led to more than a decade of work across venues and suppliers around the topics of waste, water, energy, supply-chain, social equity and social impact. For example, the weight of recycled material can actually be weighed on a scale, in ideal circumstances, or be tracked and reported through detailed venue hauling records.

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Eventinterface

JUNE 3, 2018

For meeting planners who have never thought about sustainability, what are the areas of an event that could be most easily transformed and how? On the other side, for meeting planners who are keenly aware of sustainable practices, how should they communicate their desires with the vendors and venues they seek to do business with?

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Eventinterface

JUNE 3, 2018

For meeting planners who have never thought about sustainability, what are the areas of an event that could be most easily transformed and how? On the other side, for meeting planners who are keenly aware of sustainable practices, how should they communicate their desires with the vendors and venues they seek to do business with?

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Expo Logic

DECEMBER 27, 2019

How to Find Your Next Event Speaker. Venue information: This includes all information about the venue space, like the address, square footage, seating arrangement and technical capabilities. At the venue, set aside a private space and reserve it for your keynote speaker. Provide the Speaker With a Private Space.

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ePly

MARCH 22, 2024

Sometimes underestimated, the conference agenda is a primary planning and coordination tool for the event organizer, suppliers, and vendors or sponsors who use the conference for business development purposes. The conference agenda is the plan upon which attendees build their personal conference plans and itinerary.

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Expo Logic

DECEMBER 27, 2019

Learning how to track attendance at events is critical to its success. Whether you're tracking how an attendee visits your website or how they move from vendor to vendor, you can learn invaluable information about how your guests think, move and react to different aspects of your event. Before the Event. After the Event.

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Eventory

AUGUST 7, 2018

As a conference organizer, for once in a while you should put yourself in attendees’ shoes. Imagine how would it be if you came to the conference and were left completely alone. You don’t know the agenda, the venue plan, you have no idea how to get a ride to the hotel, and where the heck are the hotels.

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Eventinterface

JUNE 20, 2017

They plan for accidents, venue problems, protesters, weather related issues, and much more. One piece of advice stood out most: planning event security is not a task that should be accomplished in isolation. Your venue may be well-protected, but how do you protect your participants after event hours? Venue risks.

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Coterie Spark

OCTOBER 4, 2021

As we continue to navigate what the “new normal” means for in-person gatherings around the world, we remain in what we call the Wild West of Conference Planning. With that in mind, here are a few things to consider when planning your next conference: Government Mandates and Venue Requirements .

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Boomset

AUGUST 5, 2018

In case networking is not your thing, conference planning should be a chance to share your talent with the guests. Do you want to know how to plan an efficient and effective conference event? If it will occur during high or busy season, set the date at least 6 months prior to the conference.

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The Planner's Lounge

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

We are affiliated with some of Ireland’s finest and most luxurious wedding venues including Adare Manor, Dromoland Castle, and Ashford Castle & Luttrellstown Castle, but we are equally happy to host a client’s intimate elopement on the Cliffs of Moher. We plan all sizes of events from small intimate weddings to events with 600+ guests!

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Endless Events

OCTOBER 19, 2018

We recommend you check out Bizbash for the ultimate in event planning news, trends, inspiration and venue discovery. Business, event management, venues and destinations are just a few of the categories you can explore. For instance, the most recent volume is “All About Audiences” including how to attract new ones.

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CadmiumCD

OCTOBER 30, 2019

To make that job a little easier, here’s a quick overview of what makes a great conference. Plan in Advance. All conferences, no matter how big or small, require a lot of planning. Even if the event you are planning is small, you should start preparing a few months in advance.

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Capterra Event Management

JANUARY 23, 2018

Smartsheet Event Budget Workbook and Conference Planning Worksheet. These are best for smaller events without too many moving parts, and cover basic expenses such as venue, decorations, and staff. Venue and decorations. Here are a few examples: Venue: Room rental. Miscellaneous: Venue decor. A/V: Projectors.

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QC Event School

FEBRUARY 22, 2022

Event planners for trade shows – companies that organize trade shows and conferences. Meeting planners – businesses that need a planner to help them with their meeting or conference planning. Corporate event planners – businesses holding meetings and conferences. Coordinating transportation.

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Hubilo Blog

APRIL 5, 2018

7 Major Event Planning Problems and How to Solve Them. Times are Changing: Learn Sustainable Event Planning. Event Planning Essentials: Tips for Selecting Event Vendors. How to Make the Most of An Event? Ultimate list of Keynote Speakers for your Conference. How to get Best Speakers for Your Event?

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SmartMeetings

APRIL 17, 2019

Conference planning is a complex and intense task, with a whole host of ways in which things can go wrong. It’s pretty likely that your focus will rest largely on the big things: booking venues, hiring staff, confirming speakers and attendees. Conclusion.

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GEVME

JUNE 25, 2021

For instance, there are lesser overheads now, which earlier came in the form of booking an event venue, arranging food and beverages, etc. But the good side is that the cost of booking a venue, travelling, arranging food, beverages, gift giveaways will all be eliminated in virtual corporate events.

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GEVME

JUNE 25, 2021

For instance, there are lesser overheads now, which earlier came in the form of booking an event venue, arranging food and beverages, etc. But the good side is that the cost of booking a venue, travelling, arranging food, beverages, gift giveaways will all be eliminated in virtual events.

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Eventory

OCTOBER 9, 2018

Almost every year, they gather thousands of people in the most prestigious venues. However, it’s hard to miss the impression that more and more often, marketing conferences are like a sad duty for the marketing managers. Marketing conferences aren’t substantive for marketing managers.

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Guidebook

AUGUST 23, 2018

Send an email to your registrants with instructions on how to download the event app. Posters are a great way to spread the word because a lot of attendees don’t plan much for the event until they get to the venue. Email Attendees. It’s quick, easy, and best of all— free! Make an event app poster.

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Bizzabo

MARCH 15, 2019

Event blogs are chock full of goodies to help organizers and attendees get the most out of their conference planning and event going experience. The Bizzabo Blog has been listed by Capterra as the number one event planning resource for organizers, let alone the best blog. Conferences That Work. Plan Your Meetings.

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Bizzabo

AUGUST 22, 2018

We have a solution for you — this guide to awesome and free event planning resources. We’ve compiled a list of some of the most important conference planning resources that organizers can refer to for all their event planning and event marketing needs.

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