Smart Meetings

JANUARY 4, 2019

However, leaving audio visual (AV) equipment services to the end could be a costly mistake, especially when negotiating these services with a hotel. You have the most negotiating power before signing the contract. Areas for Negotiation. The post Win at Negotiating AV Services with Hotels appeared first on Smart Meetings.

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Event Industry News

OCTOBER 17, 2023

Conferences UK do all the searching for you and negotiate with each venue to ensure you get the best price. Our team of experts find venues that will match your exact needs and it’s a 100% free service. Our team propose up to 20 venues that meet your exact requirements, all with full details and […]

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ePly

JANUARY 27, 2024

An event marketing plan is integral for tying this all together into one magical experience. Throughout this comprehensive guide, we’ll explore in detail the fundamentals of crafting an effective event marketing strategy that maximizes attendance and engagement while also making sure that the content is a hit.

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Eventinterface

MAY 4, 2017

Even when everything is going smoothly, planning a conference or event can be stressful. Like it or not, booking quality entertainment can make a huge difference - it can turn a forgettable conference or event into a successful one; by the same token, not booking quality entertainment can also make a good event a little less memorable.

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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? Turn the RFP into a Marketing Tool Making your RFP as detailed as possible is also a good idea. Remember, everything is open for negotiation so make sure you are getting what you’re paying for.

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MeetingsNet

MARCH 22, 2024

Here's how the program works: Before a Canadian city bids on hosting a large conference, convention, or exhibition, it can apply to the federal government for financial support that can be included in the bid. If an organizer accepts the bid, the host city and Destination Canada will negotiate a partnership agreement.

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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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MeetingsNet

AUGUST 15, 2022

A hot topic during last week’s Hotel Data Conference was booking the right balance between leisure business travelers. Hint: A new meeting pattern could help groups having a difficult time at the negotiating table.

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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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Master the Event

APRIL 5, 2022

Conference Planning Seattle – So Much to See and Do…. Once inside Seattle’s styling neighborhoods you will discover unbelievable and delicious restaurants, fun and scrumptious farmers markets, noteworthy and extraordinary museums and outstanding and distinguished theaters and concert halls. A conference planners dream.

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Eventmobi

JUNE 16, 2023

Some examples of the more popular types of non dues revenue streams include: Events Conferences Fundraising campaigns Sponsorships Partnerships Merchandise Online fundraising Grants Whether your association is large or small, you can start with this list if you’re looking for non dues revenue ideas to diversify your revenue streams.

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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. Is there a distinct difference between what your organization offers vs. a Convention and Visitor Bureau or Destination Marketing Organization?

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Velvet Chainsaw

APRIL 13, 2020

While these numbers look dismal for hotels, similar forecasts would apply to AV companies, exhibit service contractors, DMOs, exhibitor and attendee participation, conference-organizer revenue, and nearly any other product or service you can link to the live events industry. Conference Go/No-Go Decisions in a Pandemic. Remove Barriers.

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Event Industry News

JULY 19, 2021

Last year JKP held their first online conference, catering to the autistic community and those who work with them. Here, marketing manager Áine Ryan outlines how she, along with editorial director Lisa Clark, ensured the event was accessible for their market. Our First Event. Connected by Autism. Accessible In-person Events.

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Attendease

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

For internal stakeholders: Create a core event committee with reps from legal, marketing, facilities, IT, etc. Whether you’re running a large-scale conference, an intimate retreat, or a virtual town hall, implement creative, engaging, and interactive elements to enhance the experience. based on expertise.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

Financial & Insurance Conference Professionals (FICP) brought 700 thought leaders together at JW Marriott Marco Island Beach Resort in Florida to prepare meeting professionals for whatever comes next with a call to reflect, discover and recharge. FICP 2024 Annual Conference will be Nov. How fun is that?

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Event Planning BluePrint

MARCH 15, 2024

Degrees in Business Management, Marketing, Public Relations, Hospitality Management, and Communications offer a broad understanding of the field. Learning Technology Proficiency in various software, including Project Management, Customer Relationship Management, Sales, and Marketing tools, is essential for modern event planners.

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Event Geek

FEBRUARY 18, 2018

Sponsoring industry conferences and exhibiting at trade shows can be great marketing strategies when done right. But every industry has hundreds of events per year and you have a limited marketing budget. Does this sponsorship or exhibitor opportunity align with your company and marketing goals? and you need to sleep!

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Event Marketer

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

The good news for event marketers, however: Despite the year’s travel speed bumps and forecasts, many events and trade shows (CES 2024, included) are reporting they are back to pre-pandemic attendance levels. Idea: Brands like Zeiss are building more leisure time into their annual conferences.

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EventBank Insights

FEBRUARY 22, 2019

Event Email Marketing is the best way as we see it.You've got your own contacts likely, and you know them best. Event Email Marketing is not much different from regular email marketing, except there is a timeline involved with a Call-To-Action that needs to give snappy, instant results like providing tickets and so on.

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Event Industry News

NOVEMBER 28, 2018

Our one-day conference has been designed so it won’t take up too much time out of your busy schedules, and planned in January, is a good way to start the year. The post All About Events 2019 Conference: Maintaining Good Working Practices in the Events Industry appeared first on Event Industry News.

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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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Unique Venues

JUNE 29, 2023

Try listening to some incredibly informative marketing, business, and growth-oriented podcasts instead! Podcasts are a great way to gain insight into various topics, and we’ve rounded up seven of our current favorite marketing, business, and life strategy podcasts that may just be what you have been looking for!

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Eventsforce

JULY 29, 2019

This simple fact along with the explosion of the internet and social media has led to the rise of digital influencers – and consequently, influencer marketing. Influencers act as a useful marketing tool precisely because they have a fanbase that already trusts them. When it comes to marketing, trust is essential.

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GEVME

AUGUST 15, 2019

Rent a castle or a small island, hold a conference at the planetarium, or put an exhibition on at the beach. . Having a skillful strategy helps to avoid overworking a week before the start of the event and becomes a negotiation advantage when talking with investors. The top 5 conference & meeting planning trends of 2019–2020.

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Eventory

JULY 25, 2018

Reading Time: 20 minutes The benefits of attending top medical conferences are numerous, from educational values to employer branding. Medical Conferences in 2019. Next year will bring an abundance of medical events, summits and conferences. Read, enjoy and choose a conference you will not regret attending.

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Event Planning BluePrint

FEBRUARY 3, 2024

The Event Planner’s Toolkit: Skills and Attributes Communication and Negotiation Clear communication is the cornerstone of event planning. Negotiation skills are equally important. From event registration software to social media marketing, technology plays a vital role in event planning.

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MeetingsNet

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

While the full 2024 report will be released on March 26th, Jennifer Best, vice president of marketing at AAE, shared some early data from this year’s survey results with attendees at the Catersource + The Special Event conference in February to highlight corporate event trends and how they’re likely to impact speaker bookings this year.

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Eventinterface

MAY 7, 2018

You will walk away with the knowledge to hire the best speakers for your meetings, conferences and events. This webinar is a must attend for any professional meeting planner or marketer responsible for hiring speakers. You will learn the 10 guidelines to screen the mountain of material that your speakers or their bureaus will send you.

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ePly

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Then it should show you how to conclude your event proposal, how to market it, and bring it to life. Audience It’s important to know your audience when crafting an event proposal because once you know your target audience, you will be able to develop marketing messages that will interest them. Start by setting your event goals.

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PCMA Convene

APRIL 25, 2024

I hope professional organizations bear this in mind when they choose conference venues.” Gerard, CMP, chief program officer, meetings, membership, and marketing at SMFM. Gerard, CMP, chief program officer, meetings, membership, and marketing at SMFM. By mid-April, her post had received 1.1 At the time, St.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 4, 2024

She brought top experts to the conversation to share secrets for negotiating, feeling more confident and building a network. Elyse Dawson , CMP, CPCE, DES, Senior Manager, Conference Center and Events, Invesco “I’m deeply invested in exploring how generative AI tools will transform an industry focused on human connection.

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Endless Events

MAY 10, 2018

Finding a conference venue is a lengthy and detailed process. 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. These initial planning stages will help create a picture of what your conference venue will look like.

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Prestige Events Magazine

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

Paje are specialists in the meetings, events, and conference market, who offer bespoke training for venues, hotels, and agencies. Paje Consultancy was set up by Mandy Jennings in 2010, who has a breadth of sales, conference and marketing experience with major hotel and venue operators.

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Event Industry News

JULY 20, 2022

Cvent , a market-leading meetings, events, travel and hospitality technology provider, published the latest instalment of the Cvent Travel Managers Report: Europe Edition , which provides in-depth insights into current corporate travel trends and activity. The report reveals significant levels of optimism amongst corporate travel managers.

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ePly

OCTOBER 8, 2021

Even though the pandemic is far from over, the events industry is starting to pivot from virtual events and preparing for the return of in-person trade shows and conferences, albeit safely. Evaluate the Negotiables vs. the Non-Negotiables. According to Newman, attendees’ health and safety are non-negotiable.

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PCMA Convene

AUGUST 8, 2017

Katie Orenstein at a conference. AM-T: Coming up, why having more female and minority conference speakers matters. We need that…we need the best person for our content regardless of who they are, and of course very often it seems at conferences that person seems to be a man. You can find Convene online at pcmaconvene.org.

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