Coterie Spark

APRIL 3, 2023

There are many variables to consider when selecting a venue for your upcoming conference. From picking a host city to setting a budget and understanding the parking situation, here’s an essential venue-shopping checklist we’ve compiled to better detail the process. Is it the destination or convenience?

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Bizzabo

AUGUST 13, 2018

Whether you are running a conference for customers, partners or a larger conference, the right space makes all the difference. These 10 tips will help you find the perfect conference venue. 36% of event planners spending most of their budget on the venue , choosing a event space becomes o.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 22, 2023

However, without a proper budgeting plan and contractual agreement with vendors and hotels that play a part in making your event a reality, there’s no event to be had. Tips for Negotiating Your Next Big Event Contract Cheryl M. In short, think big. Time to Adopt a Barrister Pricing Model?

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Decibel Management

APRIL 28, 2021

I recently had the pleasure of guesting on Les Goldberg’s 39th episode of LMG’s The Road Ahead podcast , alongside Lauren Chelf from AOAC International, and Diane Kovats from ISCB, to discuss negotiating and navigating event venues through the COVID-lens. Determine venue staffing needs. Hotel room rates are often negotiable.

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EventUp

SEPTEMBER 13, 2019

The venue is just one component of a successful conference, but it may be the most important. Here are a few of the major considerations you should make when scouting out a locale for your next conference. Perfect pricing is usually the first thing people think of when making the list of venue “must-have’s.”

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SmartMeetings

DECEMBER 13, 2019

See also : Win at Negotiating AV Services with Hotels. Negotiate Your AV Costs Before Signing a Contract. In my experience, the cost to rent audiovisual equipment from a hotel or conference center is one of the more frustrating aspects of planning an event. See also : How to Master the Art of Negotiating.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 3, 2023

Master planner consultants offer 6 tips for negotiating your next corporate event Does this sound familiar? How can you word the hotel contract to protect your company? Look for Synergies When Booking Venues For corporate planners aiming to efficiently source for their next event, Shaffer offered up some initial tips.

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SmartMeetings

JULY 28, 2023

What about the people who want to book a different hotel and just show up for the conference itself. Two Tips to Break Down Barriers to Booking Let’s focus first on the conference attendees. Or, offer a joint conference/hotel fee that provides an overall discount versus booking separately. Our quick save?

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Velvet Chainsaw

APRIL 13, 2020

hotel industry is projected to report a 51-percent decline in revenue per available room (RevPAR) in 2020, according to a special forecast revision from STR and Tourism Economics on March 31. The timing of recovery is going to be dependent on consumers and businesses having confidence that our cities and venues are safe again.

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Endless Events

OCTOBER 24, 2018

We are seeing a common and alarming trend that hotels are charging exorbitant amounts to use their WIFI for your events. WIFI fees just much like all hotel restrictions are negotiable and there are ways to cut costs! From simple steps you can take, to negotiation tips he lays it all out there! Watch below.

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Event Industry News

JULY 11, 2019

Does the thought of organising a conference or corporate meeting for your company leave you in a cold sweat? Jigsaw Conferences, an event planning and organising company with years of experience, offers free venue finder service and helps in booking venues for events in the UK and other countries.

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Planner WIre

APRIL 12, 2023

Hotel Wifi cost is something that can be difficult for meeting planners to understand and for good reason. You will find one hotel where Wifi is free in all spaces, another where it is $9.95 You will find one hotel where Wifi is free in all spaces, another where it is $9.95 It doesn’t make any freaking sense.

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Endless Events

MAY 10, 2018

Finding a conference venue is a lengthy and detailed process. Which venue will be available? The main component of a conference is the venue, it’s where the main show takes place! Finding the perfect conference venue can be challenging. There’s a lot of competition for conferences.

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Eventinterface

NOVEMBER 1, 2016

Meeting and conference planners spend on average 60 hours per conference sourcing, reviewing, negotiating and finalizing venue contracts. We are speaking with Jasmine Eldeen, Director of Global Accounts with HelmsBriscoe, we chat about best practices for meeting planners in working with a hotel sourcing company.

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Stova

MARCH 17, 2023

The Event Planner's Guide to Venue Sourcing and the RFP Process This guide examines a shift event professionals are experiencing in negotiation power with venues. We'll show you how to get the most out of strategy, opportunities, and tools available to strike the best deal with venues.

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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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Event Industry News

JULY 12, 2019

Does the thought of organising a conference or corporate meeting for your company leave you in a cold sweat? Jigsaw Conferences, an event planning and organising company with years of experience, offers free venue finder service and helps in booking venues for events in the UK and other countries. Conferences.

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MeetingsNet

NOVEMBER 8, 2022

. • Rather than group shuttles, ask attendees to use ride-share services like Uber to get themselves from the airport to the hotel or from the hotel to off-site venues. If there’s a mass-transit stop near your hotel, provide attendees with clear information on using the destination’s mass-transit options. Event-Tech.

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EventMB

JUNE 8, 2022

Event industry trade shows such as IMEX in Frankfurt present a unique opportunity to showcase new venue openings. Politicians and policymakers are keen to discuss their visions for attracting delegates to their destinations, while planners seek out the latest and most impressive new venues. Exhibition World Bahrain.

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Event Marketer

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

percent increase in hotel rates. A number of organizations, event properties and venues are using sustainability campaigns and air emissions tools to help track and offset activities. Idea: Brands like Zeiss are building more leisure time into their annual conferences. degrees Celsius,” Reuters reported.

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Event Planning BluePrint

SEPTEMBER 13, 2018

Whether you are planning an event for 10 people or 1000 people, you should think of ways to trade in the traditional conference room setting for cool event venues for your next event. Here are some things to consider when planning your event and how to select the right and most UNIQUE event venue for your group: Know your Audience.

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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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Prestige Events Magazine

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

Paje Consultancy are delighted to announce their partnership to provide a learning and development programme and course options for beam agency and venue members. Paje are specialists in the meetings, events, and conference market, who offer bespoke training for venues, hotels, and agencies.

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Master the Event

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

When you think of a meeting or a conference in winter, often it’s the southern destinations that come to mind. It’s no secret that hotel occupancies are at their lowest during the winter months (in the northern climate). You may also be interested in: Put Your Next Holiday on Ice: An Ice Hotel Meeting Facilities. Transportation.

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PCMA Convene

OCTOBER 13, 2023

Adrian Ott (from left), Clare Melton, and Ori Lahav discuss the rising costs associated with planning conferences and events at Convening EMEA 2023. This was a vital lesson for his association — understanding the fixed costs to deliver an outstanding experience and where there is room for negotiation.

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SmartMeetings

AUGUST 8, 2022

, or options don’t exist—those linens or new conference tables may just not be available. Hotels are now less likely to negotiate rental fees and other typically negotiable line items. Hotels are now less likely to negotiate rental fees and other typically negotiable line items. Plan (Much Farther!)

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Coterie Spark

AUGUST 3, 2023

Get to know Alex Gordon, Producer Fascinated with industry trends and finding the hottest new spots for venues, Alex is poised to bring exciting opportunities to future conferences and meetings. That’s why, with our team growing quickly, we wanted to take a pause to celebrate our newest colleagues.

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Event Industry News

JULY 17, 2019

We understand how stressful, time-consuming and expensive sourcing that perfect venue can be for event organisers. So many event planners have got enough on their plate, without dealing with the frustrations associated with securing a great venue. We aim to keep the venue finding process easy for our clients.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 15, 2018

Denise Mope Hotel Crescent Court in Dallas’s Uptown neighborhood added Mope as director of sales and marketing. He’s based in Thailand and will help planners with site selection and contract negotiation throughout the Asian market. He climbed the ladder from director of operations at the hotel.

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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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Smart Meetings

MARCH 4, 2024

Smart Meetings founder Marin Bright built her career in hospitality, first in luxury hotels at Mandarin Oriental and then in the meetings and events B2B publishing industry. She brought top experts to the conversation to share secrets for negotiating, feeling more confident and building a network.

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PCMA Convene

APRIL 25, 2024

I hope professional organizations bear this in mind when they choose conference venues.” Gerard was able to negotiate the cancellation penalty down to almost half, thanks to the association’s positive, longstanding relationship with Gaylord Hotels and by contracting future meetings with the brand.

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Event Industry News

JULY 20, 2022

Whilst this increase is partly attributed to rising airline and hotel costs within the sector, corporate travel managers also cite other considerations including business travel being recognised as an instrumental way to expand sales – therefore increased budget is required to help achieve targets. Changing programme priorities.

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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. Hope Street Hotel.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

Meet with Momentum debuted in May 2021 to promote the distinction among Marriott CRN’s leading hotels and resorts, and each event is different. Room availability is a challenge; hotels are struggling to manage huge demand. In the face of these challenges, hotels are reimagining how they do business. And prioritize.

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GEVME

MAY 16, 2018

If you’ve ever been to conferences like CES, which hosts over 200,000 attendees annually, you must have asked yourself this one question: “How do they manage such a huge crowd?” The power of negotiation: Your budget may not always be super generous. Venue navigation: With good tracking tools, you can manage the crowd in real time.

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SmartMeetings

MARCH 17, 2020

and conference attendees are enjoying breakfast in airy prefunction space outside a ballroom. In the basement of that same hotel, a sales manager sips her coffee anxiously, waiting to begin the Daily Business Review. The specifics may vary across the country, but this a very real scenario for most hotel sales professionals.

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