MeetingsNet

OCTOBER 3, 2023

discussions to a “Belong-a-palooza” to a filmmaker workshop, fresh topics will complement evergreen sessions such as event contracting and meeting security, for a lively educational agenda. From generative A.I

Education 59

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Event Industry News

OCTOBER 7, 2019

The industry is all too aware of the environmental damage caused by everything from plastic and non-recyclable branded materials, food wastage, excessive travel, generators, transporting goods, long hours on-site or in the office to ‘get the job done’ and sleepless nights and stress. Conferences. Areas of interest. Brand Events.

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Sustainability Food and Beverage Transportation 2015 106

PCMA Convene

SEPTEMBER 30, 2020

Because of travel restrictions, Freedom Mortgage set up an unstaffed booth at the FAMP State Show. They gave us three options: Terminate our original contract and they would return our deposit with no penalty, Reschedule the event in 2020 with new contract terms; or. Postpone to 2021 with the same contract terms.”.

Trade Shows 105

Trade Shows Contracts 2020 Food and Beverage 105

SmartMeetings

AUGUST 26, 2020

The conversation turned into a vigorous question-and-answer session, covering everything from food and beverage to contracts and roles and responsibilities. Destinations International’s We’re Here to Help recovery campaign was designed to unify the meetings, events and travel industry. For highlights, read on.

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SmartMeetings

OCTOBER 25, 2021

Going into full hostess mode, she arranged for a hospitality suite stocked with food and a changing room in case early arrivals wanted to hit the beach before the welcome reception. “I As a nod to food allergies, elegant labeling listing everything in the box, and the company logo aligned with the theme of the event.

Food and Beverage 111

Food and Beverage Contracts Hotels Meetings 111

PCMA Convene

APRIL 2, 2018

The office’s conference space was flooded and unusable. No stranger to online innovation, he’d been an early advisor to MakeMyTrip — which went on to become the largest online travel company in India — and sold two companies to Google in 2014. Bizly in action. his building. But the phone-tag negotiations moved at the speed of molasses.

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Endless Events

DECEMBER 15, 2022

It’s a wild time to be having conversations about how we gather, how to make it not suck, and how not to revert to in-person events with elitism that happened in most onsite conferences.” . My dad got me a job washing dishes there, and I eventually started working in food prep. How Nick Got Started in Events. Network Early. “Be

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 12, 2022

Events Industry Council (EIC) in partnership with its global EIC Equity Task Force, released the results of its 2022 Equity Benchmarking Study at an IMEX press conference. At this new conference center, there are no restaurants, says Director of Group Sales Louis Gonzales. “It DEI Task Force Marks Starting Point for Improvements.

2022 95

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SmartMeetings

APRIL 16, 2020

In Class 2 and 3 cases, where the chances of contracting the virus are much higher, Bickerton recommends a professional experienced in bioremediation and the elimination of biohazards, such as bloodborne and coronavirus-specific pathogens. What is their approach to food and beverage accommodations?

Venues 138

Venues Food and Beverage Contracts Consulting 138

The Castle Group

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

Imagine this scenario: you’ve been tasked to organize a user group conference , sales incentive program , product launch , corporate retreat, annual fundraiser, or fill in the blank here. Make sure to require a formal contract and ensure all terms, policies, and pricing are clear and align with your expectations before signing.

Event Management 52

Event Management Management Sustainability Food and Beverage 52

SpotMe Blog

JUNE 13, 2023

Logistics management: From booking the venue to arranging travel and accommodation for attendees and speakers, experienced pharma event planners handle all the logistical details. Pharmaceutical meeting planners handle it all – from venue selection and food and beverage to HCP attendee management, content creation, and more.

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Eventtia

JUNE 2, 2023

Catering: all costs related to food and beverage Decoration: pretty self-explanatory Entertainment: speakers, talents, performers, exhibitors, and so on. Also, consider travel and accommodation costs. Don’t forget all the details like required contracts, insurance policies, permits, and the logistics of each different element.

Sponsorships 91

Sponsorships Insurance Social Media Food and Beverage 91

PCMA Convene

AUGUST 6, 2019

While that hotel was safely outside of the fire’s path, it was not the place where more than 200 bankers from 30 countries were expecting to gather in just 72 hours for the four-day conference. We had a great program to share and we knew that people had spent a lot of time and money to attend the conference. New Day, New Contract.

Tourism 80

Tourism Hotels Food and Beverage Contracts 80

Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 12, 2022

Events Industry Council (EIC) in partnership with its global EIC Equity Task Force, released the results of its 2022 Equity Benchmarking Study at an IMEX press conference. At this new conference center, there are no restaurants, says Director of Group Sales Louis Gonzales. “It DEI Task Force Marks Starting Point for Improvements.

2022 52

2022 Airlines Hotels Tourism 52

QC Event School

DECEMBER 30, 2022

We have extensive experience in planning and executing a wide range of projects for clients within the tech industry, including product launches, conferences and special events. In our third example, let’s imagine that you’re a wedding planner looking to secure a contract for an upcoming wedding. Thank you for your consideration.”

Sponsorships 102

Sponsorships Food and Beverage Transportation Risk Management 102

Eventmobi

FEBRUARY 3, 2021

Physical event attendance will continue to face limitations in terms of venue capacity and travel restrictions for at least the first of half of 2021. Extra expenses include: Venue rental, stage setup, lighting, and AV recording equipment Onsite staffing and supply costs (catering, cleaning, security, PPE) Travel and transportation.

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Speakers 2021 Sponsorships Events 248

Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 5, 2018

Whether they’re checking IDs for a 21-plus event, patrolling your event space overnight, or keeping your attendees safe during the event, contracting a security company is a must. Between parking, mileage, airfare, taxis, hotel room nights, meals, and per diems—travel expenses can add up.

Entertainment 91

Entertainment Travel Advertising Sponsorships 91

Social Tables

APRIL 22, 2019

It takes careful planning to pay deposits on time and keep track of contracts. Large events like conferences and trade shows require more planning on their part as well, so you can set them up for success by giving them as much information as you can. This way, they know what to do when they arrive at the event. Confirm vendor orders.

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Event Planning Food and Beverage Events Venues 138

Eventtia

OCTOBER 9, 2023

It was built in collaboration with large global organizations that run hundreds or even thousands of events yearly, including consumer events and experiences, conferences, congresses, and more. Once an agreement is reached, ensure all terms are laid out in a written contract. Gather essential materials.

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Event Planning Retail Social Media Speakers 88

GEVME

JUNE 27, 2018

Every conference starts with an idea. Whether it’s increasing awareness about a niche-related issue or building a platform for new ideas, your goal will define the vision of your conference. Your ideal picture of a conference venue shouldn’t be tied to a nice, accessible locale only. When to start looking for a venue.

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PCMA Convene

JUNE 30, 2016

Every few years the question comes up as to whether or not [procurement] should be handling our contracts,” she said. “We We had one client whose procurement department planned a conference, and we handled everything for them,” Owen said. “I A detailed scope of work may be the best weapon in the quiver.

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EventMB

MAY 22, 2022

Food is a crowd pleaser, particularly for long exhibitions and trade shows. You needn’t sell cookware or food to use a booth like this. Two things that always draw a crowd: food and activity. It also shows off an ideal “farm-fresh food.” This Heineken booth provides a lower bar and an upper balcony to enjoy your beverage.

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Stova

MARCH 16, 2023

Some common, often unspoken, needs and expectations include: Travel expectations Using a preferred brand for a venue or travel Perks and luxuries, they’ve been afforded in the past Building in time on the agenda to get to know one another Green M&Ms in a glass bowl. However, you don’t want to assume they’ll work with you either.

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Guidebook

JANUARY 8, 2024

Build an Event App with Guidebook Event Planning Checklist: Pre-Event The Foundation This typically occurs 12 months out, or further, for large events like user conferences, festivals, or trade shows; and 5-6 months out for smaller events like meetings or workshops. Check their availability and start working on a contract.

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Event Planning Food and Beverage Social Media Insurance 78

Planning Pod

NOVEMBER 12, 2020

We also provide at-a-glance dashboards and reports so that you can always have a 30,000 foot view of everything going on with your leads and event bookings, from unsigned contracts and overdue tasks to new incoming leads and recent payments. Or to add updated food-and-beverage items to both an invoice and a BEO.

Food and Beverage 148

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Planning Pod

APRIL 12, 2020

Most events can be effectively executed by having one or a few primary event planners and then supporting staff that is either in-house or contracted out. Successful events hinge on many things , but having a responsive, dedicated team is right at the top.

Food and Beverage 206

Food and Beverage Social Media Insurance Entertainment 206

Conferences that Work

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

The risk of contracting COVID-19 during a grocery store masked visit is far less than the overall risk for everyone in the U.S. Rather, they want to know if attending the event will significantly (defined by them) increase their likelihood of contracting COVID-19. The main concern is air travel.

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Eventtia

OCTOBER 20, 2022

For the sake of this checklist, we’ll assume that we are going to plan a multi-day conference, where the initial planning starts around six months before D-day. 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.)

Event Planning 62

Event Planning Sponsorships Food and Beverage Insurance 62

GEVME

JANUARY 27, 2020

Events and gatherings happen in all sizes, at all kinds of social and commercial environments — whether it is a Christmas party, a large scale conference or a business event. Food and beverage. When it comes to food and beverages, the restaurant, hotel or the independent caterer, each one of these falls into this category. .

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Sustainability Food and Beverage Transportation Events 194

Planning Pod

JANUARY 10, 2021

Whether they’re responding to new prospects, following up with them for contract signatures or chasing down clients for payments or vital input for their event, there is rarely any free time in their schedule. Everything is there—invoicing, contracts, floorplans, BEOs, you name it,” Olivia said. “It Sign up for a free trial!

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Hotels Event Management Management Contracts 148

Socio Events

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

Is it a one-day conference, or a multi-day convention? Consider everything that you might need to create a successful event: Travel expenses Catering Venue fees Event tech Speaker and presenter fees Marketing and event promotion. Finalize vendor contracts. Supply plenty of food and beverages in the green room for their pleasure.

Event Planning 96

Event Planning 2023 Sponsorships Insurance 96

Stova

MARCH 17, 2023

Three cost-saving tactics executives are currently deploying to make their event budget plan: Controlling costs on hotel rooms, meeting rooms, food and beverage, concessions, and travel. Food How much will food cost? Logistics Do you need special contracts, permits, or insurance in hosting your event?

2023 40

2023 Food and Beverage Social Media Negotiating 40

Endless Events

AUGUST 30, 2018

Arranging a hotel block and finalizing the contract is one of the most important parts of planning an event. Without a firm hotel contract, everything else is up in the air. In today’s world, a hotel block is considered a professional courtesy because it makes it easy for guests to book their travel and make a reservation.

Negotiating 75

Negotiating Hotels Contracts Food and Beverage 75

Social Tables

JANUARY 26, 2023

Keep area-wide travel demand patterns in mind as well. Allocate portions of your ultimate budget to cover different expenses: event venue, accommodations, food, transportation, and other event fees. Will travel be required during office hours? Use the Conference Cost Estimator to help establish the budget for the retreat.

Transportation 78

Transportation Food and Beverage Travel Speakers 78

Eventinterface

JULY 14, 2016

Experienced hospitality sales and marketing industry expert, Jasmine Eldeen, shares her advice on how Meeting and Conference Planners can overcome the challenges of a seller and supplier market. What do you see as the most challenging aspect of being a Meeting and Conference planner, and how do you overcome that challenge?

Food and Beverage 100

Food and Beverage Negotiating Hospitality Hotels 100

Social Tables

JANUARY 26, 2023

Keep area-wide travel demand patterns in mind as well. Allocate portions of your ultimate budget to cover different expenses: event venue, accommodations, food, transportation, and other event fees. Will travel be required during office hours? Use the Conference Cost Estimator to help establish the budget for the retreat.

Transportation 60

Transportation Food and Beverage Travel Speakers 60

PCMA Convene

MARCH 6, 2019

Client politics, controlling costs for space and services, and contract negotiations were top of mind for some respondents, as was finding diverse speakers. Contract negotiation when dealing with India hotels. Travel budget has been significantly cut off. Contracting. (3 Too much travel. Communication. 3 mentions).

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Contracts Hotels Food and Beverage Negotiating 69