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SmartMeetings
MAY 13, 2022
A Breakdown of Post-Pandemic Contract Clauses. New Contract Essentials in an Ever-Changing Environment. Contracting in the current Covid climate is complex—everything feels unsettled, so it’s hard to know how to plan. Event Contract Essentials in the Covid Era.
Skift Meetings
JUNE 27, 2022
If you thought event contracts were tricky before the pandemic, buckle up for even more complications. In 2020, executing the force majeure clause in a contract was fairly straightforward. Performing the activities stipulated in the contract had been made impracticable.
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Skift Meetings
MARCH 7, 2022
Crafting the right attrition and cancellation clauses in event contracts is more important than ever. Contract experts share their advice on how best to negotiate in the current climate. Event Management tips event industry hotels Contracts venue contract negotiation attrition
SmartMeetings
FEBRUARY 4, 2022
2022 contracting will require going back to basics. Contracting in the current Covid climate, however, is complex—everything feels unsettled, so it’s hard to know how to plan. Anyone who has written a contract in the COVID era has learned one thing—patience!
Smart Meetings
MARCH 28, 2022
Post-Covid Contract Solutions.”. We’ll delve into a condensed review to address what and what not to include in your venue contract, as well as negotiation tactics and what can potentially trigger a force majeure. The Act of God: What To Include in Your Force Majeure Contract.
Endless Events
NOVEMBER 15, 2021
Let’s take the skill of hotel contract negotiations ; novice planners tend to feel overwhelmed by the nitty-gritty details of hotel contracts and often learn as they go. However, depending on your hotel contract, you can get away with not filling up all of your rooms.
SmartMeetings
DECEMBER 24, 2020
Over the months, Sheaks noticed more hotels and venues using liability waivers, along with enhancing safety protocols, revising contracts , signage and training. The post Event Contract Considerations for 2021 appeared first on Smart Meetings.
SmartMeetings
JULY 31, 2020
If there’s one thing coronavirus has done, it’s shone a spotlight on the importance of having a rock-solid contract to protect you from legal action. Before the coronavirus, many venue contracts didn’t feature force majeure clauses , and too many planners may not have seen a need for it.
SmartMeetings
MARCH 12, 2020
attorney at Devlin Law Firm, explained in a recent Smart Meetings Accelerator webinar “ COVID-19 Considerations for Meetings Contracts ” that the answer is complicated. The first step is to read your contract,” Devlin said.
SmartMeetings
DECEMBER 24, 2020
Has this year strengthened your relationship with the event contract? Over the months, Sheaks noticed more hotels and venues using liability waivers, along with enhancing safety protocols, revising contracts , signage and training.
EventMB
SEPTEMBER 13, 2017
Are you negotiating a venue contract for the first time or need a refresher on getting a better deal? The post Venue Contract Negotiations: A Primer for Eventprofs by EventMB Team appeared first on [link]. Venues negotiation venues venue contract negotiationHere’s what you need to know. Negotiating is something you either love or hate. You enjoy the thrill of the hunt or you wish the “money talk” never had to happen. But while you may get […].
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SmartMeetings
JUNE 13, 2020
In the latest Smart Meetings Accelerator “ Top Planner Contract Questions Answered ,” Lisa Sommer Devlin, an expert in contract law at Devlin Law Firm , answers those very questions (and more) for planners. Or can some of the wording in the original contract be changed?
Conferences that Work
DECEMBER 5, 2016
Van Halen ‘s 1982 World Tour performance contract contained a provision calling for them to be provided backstage with a bowl of M&Ms from which all the brown candies had been removed. If the group arrived at a venue and discovered brown M&Ms present, they knew they needed to immediately check all contract stipulations — including important matters like whether the stage could actually handle the massive weight of the band’s equipment.
Gallus Events
NOVEMBER 15, 2017
And how many did I ask to sign a contract or any kind of agreement before they spoke? Contracting conference speakers just wasn’t something I did. In fact, I haven’t come across ANY formal speaker contracts in the score or more organisations in which I’ve completed event consultancy. Formalising the “contract” between speakers and event organiser. Contracting Conference Speakers is now a priority and here is why.
Decibel Management
NOVEMBER 5, 2021
Les Goldberg talks with Cindy Lo from Red Velvet, Tim Glanzer from Elevated Meetings Solutions, David Sonntag from Decibel Event Management and Wendy Drake from The Webster Group about negotiating the contract in a post-Covid world.
EventPlanning
JULY 15, 2020
Creating event contracts can be intimidating. Don’t fret, this article will help you create a basic event contract that will include clauses to help protect your event business. Your contract is a tool that will protect your time, reputation as well as your bank account.
Event Industry News
MARCH 16, 2020
The Meetings Industry Association (mia) has launched guidance to the sector to assist contract negotiations and to help mitigate the impact of COVID-19 on trade. Conference News Featured News contract guidance Coronavirus Covid-19 mia
Event Industry News
MARCH 22, 2022
The Meetings Industry Association (mia) has updated its Operating and building confidence in a risk-averse world best practice and contract guidance , following the government’s easing of Covid-19 restrictions.
EventMB
AUGUST 3, 2022
They are tightening contracts, establishing advance payments, exploring new skills, and keeping up with their networks. Business News contract clauses contracts economic downturn insurance recession
Endless Events
FEBRUARY 28, 2020
I will break down the best ways to save money in an event AV contract without compromising your event. Through the extremely valuable web session conducted by Jon Trask, I will break down some key savings opportunities in an event AV contract.
Event Industry News
AUGUST 31, 2021
The Meetings Industry Association has updated its contract and cancellation guidance to help mitigate the impact of COVID-19 on future bookings and ensure all parties are protected. To download the latest contract guideline visit [link].
ePly
JANUARY 27, 2021
If you’re a contracted event planner, whether it's for colleges, weddings, or a corporate setting, you know that marketing yourself is half the job. We put together three go-to strategies for driving interest, establishing relationships, and ultimately securing dream event contracts.
EventMB
MAY 10, 2021
The sweeping cancellations and pandemic-related uncertainties have exposed vulnerabilities in the way third-party planners get paid, which is pushing some to redefine their contracts in order to protect their interests.
SmartMeetings
MAY 9, 2019
Contracts are legally binding agreements between two parties that help ensure services are performed, eliminate miscommunication and spell out options in the event of a disagreement. In a recent Smart Meetings webinar, “ A Legal Guide to Partnering with Suppliers ,” Lisa Sommer Devlin, a 25-year veteran hospitality contracts lawyer, shared key insights into negotiating win-win agreements with suppliers. Following are her tips for mastering contracts.
Conferences that Work
AUGUST 1, 2022
Consulting charging enough clients consulting creative work fees lessons learned trust working for free written contractsThese days I am blessed with clients who are a joy to work with. But that wasn’t always true. Here’s how I learned to attract great consulting clients.
SmartMeetings
MARCH 19, 2019
Writing contracts and negotiating terms with suppliers can be tricky. In a recent Smart Meetings webinar, veteran hospitality contracts attorney Lisa Sommer Devlin shared some tips for creating win-win contracts. Here are the contract clauses you shouldn’t do without. Avoid using the name of the event as the contracting party; it is not a legal entity, and therefore cannot be held responsible if something goes wrong.
Smart Meetings
DECEMBER 27, 2021
With the pandemic and public concern fluctuating in the midst of uncertainty, event planners and professionals are left with an enormous responsibility to prepare themselves, their guests and their contracts for whatever comes next. Event Contract Essentials in the Covid Era.
International Institute of Event Management
JUNE 18, 2020
critical piece of event planning is developing the initial contract that your client will enter into. A contract legally binds your client to your company. This contract assists your company to prevent monetary losses. There are a few necessary clauses to include in your contracts like the Payment Terms, Cancellation Terms, and Indemnity Clause. . The contract should include a due date for the initial deposit.
Capterra Event Management
JULY 25, 2017
Before those expectations are met, they must be clearly defined in an event planner contract, not only to establish certainty between you and your client, but to protect you from the ramifications of any obstacles that may come up. Here are the five things every event planner must include in their event planner contract. Unless you are running your event planning services as a charity, it is important to set up all the payment details in your event planner contract.
Connect Your Meetings
DECEMBER 6, 2018
Register now for “Common Contract Mistakes” Sometimes little errors can cause big problems. Lisa Sommer Devlin, an attorney who has represented hotels regarding event contracts for over 25 years, will highlight some of the most common contract mistakes that she sees in her practice and gives you tips on how to avoid legal disputes. Learning Objectives: Learn common contracting mistakes that are most likely to lead to disputes.
Canadian Special Events
DECEMBER 26, 2018
As an event planner, you need to sign a lot of contracts and let’s face it, some of them can be confusing, particularly the AV contracts. Luckily, Jon Trask breaks it down what you need to know to get through a long and complex AV contract. . The deposit is due when you sign the contract and its purpose is to ensure you follow-through with your agreement. Many times vendors state that you are responsible for the items both in and out of the contract.
MeetingsNet
JUNE 18, 2020
One of the best-attended sessions of the 17th annual Pharma Forum conference for medical-event planners, held virtually this year from June 15-19, was “Meetings Contracts in the Post-COVID Era.”
Social Tables
AUGUST 3, 2017
In any type of contract work, miscommunication can arise between the contractor and client. You need a written contract to outline the terms and conditions of your service. A contract will be the go-to source in the event of a dispute. So be sure to always include these features in your event planning contract. Verbal agreements are not enough: an event planning contract will outline specific terms. A contract is your safety net.
Exhibitor Magazine
NOVEMBER 4, 2021
Music City Center President and CEO Charles Starks announced today the award of a contract for audio/visual services. The contract. NASHVILLE, TENN. Venues and Destinations
MeetingsNet
NOVEMBER 22, 2019
Ever been hit with fees for using an outside partner after you have signed a contract? Not sure how to contract for WiFi service? Too often, our clients report that these stipulations and fees were disclosed to them after a contract had been signed. Disclose and Contract Early.
Event Industry News
MARCH 13, 2017
The post Danco secures Latitude contract appeared first on Event Industry News. Celebrating what could be considered the best aspects of music, film, culture, poetry, theatre and everything in between, Latitude Festival began its journey in 2006. Now in planning for the 12th edition, Danco are pleased to have recently been confirmed as the primary marquee hire contractor. With over 70,000 sqft of temporary structures awarded in […].
MeetingsNet
JANUARY 27, 2017
Thorough and appropriate contract coverage is a must. Negotiating & ContractsHannah Kinnersley. Don’t let a series of unfortunate events derail your conference. Don’t let a series of unfortunate events derail your conference. read more.
MeetingsNet
JANUARY 8, 2019
The best way to do this is to know your legal responsibilities and liabilities and make sure the contract is suited to the type of venue, location, and event. Unless your event is in the same venue in the same location during the same season, tailor the contract for every single meeting you plan. • Force majeure is when your meeting becomes “impossible, illegal, or impracticable.” For instance, travelers may be afraid of the Zika virus, but it won’t get you out of a contract.
Event Industry News
MAY 29, 2019
Security and enforcement specialist Interforce, formerly TSG, will provide uniformed patrols to ensure public safety and the prevention of crime and disorder at Henley Festival this summer. . Production manager, John Harris, met Interforce at Event Buyers Live and brought the company into Henley Festival’s restructured security model, designed to maintain its acclaimed customer service provision.
Conferences that Work
JUNE 30, 2022
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