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? How can you word the hotel contract to protect your company? What should you include in the RFP? How can you manage costs when attendance might be uncertain?

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Event Industry News

MAY 7, 2020

EduMonday Live on Monday 11 May has been designed to give the business events industry the chance to engage, totally free of charge, in a range of carefully curated education sessions led by 40 expert speakers. Human psychology, Nature, collaboration, contract negotiations and more. EduMonday Live kicks off at 10am UK time.

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Conferences that Work

NOVEMBER 13, 2022

And unless they possess excellent hearing, conversing with a colleague while Heroes plays from a monster speaker ten feet away is, well, challenging. To minimize no-shows, put the requirement for a tech check in presenter contracts. And most people don’t want to dance non-stop for an entire party.

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MeetingsNet

APRIL 29, 2020

Hawaiian-born Kevin Iwamoto has worked in almost every aspect of meetings and events, from procurement to consulting. Everything including how we greet one another, how we interact, how we share meals, manage speakers, and organize logistics will change.

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PCMA Convene

JANUARY 5, 2019

Then, research entertainers and guest speakers to check their availability and once you’ve selected speakers, book them as soon as possible. Make sure you have the signed, returned contracts to ensure they are secured. Jen Anderson is the founder of SORTED OUT, a Singapore-based event management consultancy.

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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.

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SpotMe Blog

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

Pro Tip: Give yourself enough time to complete the contracting process with the advisors. The best practice here is to set up a Master Service Agreement with the advisors that contracts for a block of hours to be used throughout the year as appropriate. This will greatly speed up the contracting process.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

Michelle Poler, author of “Hello Fears” and keynote speaker, suggested moving toward the things that scare us because in that direction lies growth. Event professionals know what it is like to take high-stakes risks in public while struggling with our own negative voices. The enemy of success is not failure, but comfort,” she said.

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Gallus Events

JULY 10, 2017

I highlighted CycleHack as one of my events of the year in 2015 , and I even suggested, during a consultancy contract, that a 75 year old medical association should consider running one! The focus on actions rather than words (there are no speakers or presentations at a Hack) provide a real focus for the participants.

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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. Consult our list of top medical communications companies.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 23, 2021

It’s not just Covid-19 (C19) and it’s much more than F&B , room blocks and hotel contracts. He’s a sought-after consultant, speaker, writer and trainer. We’re moving into year three of what will most likely be a continuation of the dreaded ‘P’ word: pivoting. Here are some things to consider.

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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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SpotMe Blog

NOVEMBER 29, 2022

This allows pharma companies to draw up contracts and agreements based on relevant laws and comply with them without any doubts or confusion. Set up the Q&A feature on your event platform so that HCPs can easily ask questions and engage with speakers. To organize effective KOL and HCP meetings , consult our definitive guide.

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SmartMeetings

JANUARY 10, 2020

Whether it involves a speaker presentation or attendees who need to check back in with work and answer all those sli.do Brandt Kreuger, resident expert at Event Tech Consulting and Will Curran, founder of Endless Events , have some helpful tips for guaranteeing better connectivity: Surprise—it’s about more than just Wi-Fi! Hardwire It.

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Event Leadership Institute

SEPTEMBER 10, 2020

The free program provides coaching, consulting, and other support to those negatively impacted by the Coronavirus pandemic – think of the initiative as an auxiliary advisory board or second set of eyes. Once matched, mentors will offer approximately two hours of consulting/coaching support to their mentees. Duration: 5 weeks.

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QC Event School

SEPTEMBER 29, 2022

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. Start by collecting feedback from attendees, speakers, and performers.

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Event Industry News

JUNE 19, 2019

Too many exhibition contractors are effectively brokers, who sub-contract out important parts of an exhibition stand design and build project. Unfortunately this ‘sub-contracting’ is all too common in the exhibition industry, and is to be avoided at all costs when choosing a supplier. Stephan Murtagh.

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MeetingsNet

NOVEMBER 18, 2022

Jeff Calmus, principal at Jeff Calmus & Associates, brought his experience as both a consultant and former vice president, global event management at MetLife Inc., Lester commented that this consultative role was particularly valuable now. And planners need a similar attitude, he said. “We We are the experts. The New Environment.

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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. MeetingsNet: A Craigslist for Cancelled Meetings?

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PCMA Convene

DECEMBER 22, 2017

Convene asked Joan Eisenstodt, who as chief strategist for her firm Eisenstodt Associates consults on event design. . The Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf has specific things in its contract, such as bringing in certified interpreters to explain to all hotel staff how to communicate with someone who’s deaf or hard of hearing.

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SmartMeetings

OCTOBER 25, 2021

Epoxies could range from repurposing florals for sterile rooms to finding gluten-free meals for the dozen VIPs who didn’t RSVP, to filling in for the speaker who missed a flight. A virtual magician, featured guest speakers, background music and an applause track added to the engagement. We got lucky,” said Graziano. Her solution? “We

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PCMA Convene

APRIL 28, 2020

Joe Colangelo, CEO and cofounder of Arlington, Virginia–based Bear Analytics , a consulting and tech firm for associations and events, said that associations realize that they must pivot faster. Not all contracts can be canceled free and clear, and there are, of course, sunk costs associated with a canceled face-to-face event.

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Unique Venues

AUGUST 31, 2018

In addition to networking with your peers, you can attend educational sessions from keynote speakers in your industry offering knowledge and expertise. • Hire a Professional Consultant : A consultant will develop new strategies that will positively impact your business to create growth.

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All Seated

APRIL 1, 2022

Make sure you consider these elements with your couples before signing any contracts. Meghan Ely is the owner of wedding PR and wedding marketing firm OFD Consulting. Ely is a sought-after speaker, adjunct professor in the field of public relations, and a self-professed royal wedding enthusiast.

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All Seated

SEPTEMBER 2, 2021

Signing contracts and making payments online has never been easier with platforms made specifically for the industry. Meghan Ely is the owner of wedding PR and wedding marketing firm OFD Consulting. Ely is a sought-after speaker, adjunct professor in the field of public relations, and a self-professed royal wedding enthusiast.

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Techsytalk

APRIL 12, 2019

” Ben Lobenstein Founder Lobenstein Consulting/ Fire It Up! Don’t just sign contracts, get YOUR terms when you can and have those written in too. ” Lindsay Anvik, Business Coach & Professional Development Speaker Website: [link] Check out my latest tips on Forbes.com. “Get it ALL in writing, always.

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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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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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Endless Events

MARCH 13, 2019

Taking the time for have an initial consult for event AV can save you many headaches later in planning. Did you know having an initial consult for event AV can save you time, money and more? This consult also allows you to really get a good feel for the people and teams you will be working with prior to the event. .

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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

OCTOBER 9, 2020

If physical distancing , safety guidelines, and revised contracts weren’t enough, there’s the added stress of pulling off the vision of your client’s dream venue without accentuating the empty space. Meghan Ely is the owner of wedding PR and wedding marketing firm OFD Consulting.

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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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Corbin Ball

SEPTEMBER 13, 2016

CORBIN'S CONSULTING AND WRITING SERVICES S SPONSORSHIP: Want to help sponsor Corbin's Tech Talk Newsletter sent to nearly 11,000 subscribers in more than 70 countries interested in meetings, events, trade show and hotel technology? I would love to make your city one of my destinations as well, so please contact me and let's set a date.

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Bizzabo

MARCH 26, 2020

The much beloved festival that plays host to tracks around technology, music, and education bravely insisted on proceeding with the event in the face of COVID-19 concerns—even after speakers started pulling out and a petition calling for the cancellation of the event started to go viral. Original Event Date: June 9 - 11, 2020.

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PCMA Convene

MAY 31, 2016

It could be managing speakers. Of the 27 competencies listed in CIC’s handbook, it could be site inspection, contract negotiation, promotions, and publicity. She suggests that planners who are looking to create internship programs either consult with a professor or turn directly to the CIC handbook. It could be programming.

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CadmiumCD

MAY 24, 2018

Finally, you should implement the plan, including: Consult with outside counsel on legal obligations to make sure your plans are fully compliant. We have product data notices for both our clients and their data subjects (speakers, attendees, exhibitors). Once you know your level of compliance, develop a plan for compliance.

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Bizzabo

MARCH 4, 2020

These usually have to do with speaker cancellations, unexpectedly long registration lines, poor WiFi, and other last-minute challenges that may seem like a big deal in the moment but absolutely pale in comparison to the global buzzkill that is coronavirus. Hopefully your contracts stipulate terms for last-minute changes like this.

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