Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

We are basically project managers, but unlike technology projects, you can’t move the deadline and unlike before 2020, you can’t let contracts sit.”. Meetings consultant Jeff Calmus, a former vice president of global event management for MetLife, agreed about the importance of managing up. Choices, Choices. Tell a Story.

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Event Industry News

MARCH 25, 2020

Performing Artistes is the division of f4 group that supplies speakers, hosts and presenters for a whole range of activities. Performing Artistes act as consultants; we negotiate fees, issue contracts, and provide a full liaison between client and celebrity from initial enquiry to the final execution of the event.

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QC Event School

SEPTEMBER 29, 2022

Know how to negotiate. An event program is a detailed outline of the event, including the order of events, the speakers or entertainment for each part of the event, and any other important information. Step 6: Book speakers, performers, and other entertainment. Have strong organizational skills. Be creative.

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Corporate Events Event Planning Negotiating Trade Shows 94

SpotMe Blog

JUNE 13, 2023

If you are considering changing the pharmaceutical meeting planning company you work with, it is vital to consult your organization’s internal policies, recommendations, and lists of approved partners before consulting this list. They can often negotiate better deals and availability.

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Techsytalk

APRIL 12, 2019

” Ben Lobenstein Founder Lobenstein Consulting/ Fire It Up! Always NEGOTIATE boilerplate. Don’t just sign contracts, get YOUR terms when you can and have those written in too. Negotiate the scope, narrow it so it is fair to both sides.” Events/Amplify the Experience [link] [link].

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Eventsforce

JUNE 12, 2019

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. Then, potential buyers can contact the reseller and negotiate for the contract. A great idea with all sorts of potential!

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Tech Contracts Social Media Event Tech 82

Bizzabo

NOVEMBER 25, 2019

Now co-hosted by Brandt Krueger and Will Curran of Event Technology Consulting, the Event Tech Podcast was started by John Federico many years ago. A popular industry podcast, Meetings Podcast covers a wide variety of topics, from special event planning, to event logistics, AV assistance and event speakers. Event Tech Podcast.

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Conference Care

JUNE 4, 2020

As we began talking to our client about negotiations on the finer details of the venue contract for their Annual Trainee Conference, we established there was no plan B should they decide not to go ahead with a live event. Brief – Graduate intake and onboarding programme – Can we make ours work in this pandemic?

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All Seated

JUNE 5, 2018

“Even though I was in a situation of being more of an assistant for my first ever event, I experienced first hand how a ‘less than honest’ client would handle a situation where they knew they didn’t have a signed contract for absolutely everything for an event,” said Tommy Waters of The Renaissance.

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Contracts Negotiating Consulting Events 29

Endless Events

FEBRUARY 6, 2019

Brandt Krueger of Event Technology Consulting will be walking us through commonly heard s**t AV people say, as well as why they say it. Really try and get your executives or your speakers up on stage, and comfortable, and seeing the confidence monitors and the notes and all that kind of stuff. AV people say.

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Contracts Corporate Meetings Negotiating Venues 105

Stova

MARCH 17, 2023

An event organizer who’s unable to answer these questions will not be a happy camper throughout the sponsor negotiation process. Event Sponsorship Negotiation Best Practices The search for the right event sponsor can be a long, difficult, or even grueling task, and the process is unique for every planner and for each type of event.

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Sponsorships 2023 Negotiating Sustainability 40

PCMA Convene

MAY 31, 2016

It could be managing speakers. So the interns should learn how you negotiate that type of situation.”. Of the 27 competencies listed in CIC’s handbook, it could be site inspection, contract negotiation, promotions, and publicity. THE ART OF THE DEAL Ogbeide sees negotiation experience as essential.

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Negotiating Hospitality Contracts Risk Management 68

Event Guru

MAY 5, 2023

This may involve coordinating speakers, creating schedules, managing logistics, and promoting the event to the target audience. Additionally, these events often feature motivational speakers, industry experts, and internal leaders who share valuable insights and knowledge.

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Sports Fashion Entertainment Education 40

Nuila Events LLC

JULY 25, 2016

Remember – the day of the event will be here no matter what you do, and waiting too long or holding out for the perfect venue, season, keynote speaker, etc… means that many of the critical pieces will be put off until the last second. But when it comes to event planning, perfectionist tendencies can hinder more than help. Make sure you ask!

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Endless Events

APRIL 8, 2019

. “One of the things that I always do when I’m working with a new client is (…) I remove any references to specific equipment, any references to specific types of speakers or projectors or things like that”, says Brandt. How to Win at Negotiating AV Prices for Events . Can I Negotiate Venue AV Charges?

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Endless Events

JULY 23, 2021

In every contract, an Audio Visual (AV) quote is the piece of a vendor agreement that has the dollars attached to it that breaks apart the projected cost of different materials. The audio section will contain all information related to sound including speakers, soundboards, amps and the sound system at the venue. Compare Costs.

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Contracts Negotiating Venues Wireless 118

Bizzabo

JULY 30, 2018

Their 2018 conference has drawn speakers like the Growth VP of Spotify, the Head of Enterprise Marketing at Lyft, the Chief Digital Marketing Officer at SAP and many other experts from leading brands. I joined a consultancy that specialized in social media for back then. They really don't take their time to negotiate initial contracts.

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Social Media Negotiating Consulting Marketing 74

Stova

MARCH 17, 2023

Logistics Do you need special contracts, permits, or insurance in hosting your event? Or perhaps it's having an impressive venue or a top industry keynote speaker. She believed that across meetings, the planners were not enabled to negotiate the best rates on meeting room rentals because they lacked benchmarks and comparisons.

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Endless Events

FEBRUARY 5, 2020

In every contract, an Audio Visual (AV) quote is the piece of a vendor agreement that has the dollars attached to it that breaks apart the projected cost of different materials. The audio section will contain all information related to sound including speakers, soundboards, amps and the sound system at the venue. Compare Costs.

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Contracts Speakers Negotiating Insurance 135

Eventtia

MAY 2, 2022

When it comes to pricing, Eventmaker offers custom pricing while also offering consulting services and equipment rental for your event. For instance, you can allow virtual attendees to have a small group of networking while at the same time they are attending the keynote speaker session. Key Features of Eventmaker. Transparent Pricing.

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Eventtia

MAY 4, 2022

Create and send marketing emails to your target audience Travel and accommodation management for your talents/speakers Virtual room for virtual events Real-time analytics and reporting. For instance, you can allow virtual attendees to have a small group to network with, while at the same time they are attending the keynote speaker session.

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Event Management Management Negotiating Speakers 62

PCMA Convene

JULY 31, 2016

From stories about fax machines to photos of 3D projection mapping, from advice about negotiating piles of paperwork to a roundtable discussion among female CEOs, we’ve gone from serving an industry in its infancy to one that has come of age. Does a planner’s attitude make a difference when negotiating with hotels?”

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