Social Tables

APRIL 22, 2019

When you start planning an event, one of the first things you should do is figure out your event planning timeline. This way, you’ll be sure to meet important deadlines, stay within budget, and coordinate multiple parties smoothly. But first, a quick definition.

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Eventinterface

JULY 11, 2017

As we speak with meeting and event professionals for our Interviews with Planners series, we continue to be amazed by the variety of books that help these talented professionals in their jobs as planners. See what other meeting planners read to help them excel in their careers. GET YOUR COPIES TODAY. Save Save.

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Attendease

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Define clear goals and objectives To successfully execute an event, you first need to know what you’re aiming at. That’s why the first step to running a winning event is clearly defining its purpose and objectives. This is best done by scheduling a planning meeting with company leadership and other key stakeholders for the event.

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Event Planning BluePrint

JUNE 1, 2016

Question: Have you ever run up against a client who suddenly stopped paying for your event services, which left you wondered what to include in your event legal contracts to protect you and your event business? Your Event Legal Contracts. How do event planners get paid? (12:18). Find out how here. .

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ePly

MARCH 26, 2024

Coordinators describe the seemingly impossible feat of creating an event from scratch in a variety of daunting ways. In fact, the independent educational resource World Scholarship Vault (WSV) named event planning as the third most stressful job in 2023. What Is an Event Plan?

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SmartMeetings

APRIL 1, 2024

DMCs are an untapped resource for meeting profs A Destination Management Company (DMC) could be the secret ingredient for meeting professionals cooking up their next event. What DMCs Can Do for Meeting Profs A DMC is truly a one-stop-shop. We are there to stay one step ahead of everything.”

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Event Planning BluePrint

JULY 2, 2018

Have you ever wondered whether or not you need an event planning certification? Today we are going to discuss the truth about event planning certifications. What’s an Event Planning Certification, Anyway? or “What’s an event planning certification?”. Let’s start with a little definition.

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Social Tables

JANUARY 17, 2018

Keeping all of those details in your head will result in constant mental chaos and present unnerving stress on event day. Once the objectives are known, elements can be incorporated into the event that steer guests toward a desired action. If you don’t meet their needs, then the desired guest action is less likely to happen.

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Master the Event

JANUARY 12, 2024

A clear and concise conference planning checklist will not only contribute to the success of your event, but will also help keep you organized and sane…both definite musts in successful conference planning! Even meeting planners with “A Beautiful Mind” type memories are going to miss a detail or two if not written down.

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Smart Meetings

JULY 25, 2022

In a bid to dominate the meetings industry, MeetingPlay and Aventri (MPAV), which merged in January, have acquired eventcore. The platform allows companies to completely optimize the digital registration experience for event attendees, especially for global companies that want every event to be new and exciting.

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EventPlanning

JULY 30, 2015

Statistics show that the event management industry will grow by 44% and add over 30,000 jobs in the next five years. This is definitely good news for all planners as it shows that the demand for your talent and service is on the rise. Starting Your Event Proposal. Initial Meeting.

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Event Planning BluePrint

MARCH 1, 2016

Whether you’re starting an event planning business or plan to be an independent planner, knowing how to charge for your event planning services is going to make (or break) your success. ” Charging For Your Event Planning Services. Ready to start your event planning business?

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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. If you’re lucky, the event market will offer a variety of good venues. The time of day and season of the event.

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SmartMeetings

MAY 5, 2017

It can be challenging for those in the meeting planning profession, but looking on the bright side really does pay off. So rather than concentrating on the hurdles involved in event planning , let’s focus on the wonderful perks of this unique profession. Too often we fail to acknowledge all of the blessings in our lives.

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Planning Pod

NOVEMBER 19, 2020

Although free and low-cost solutions can be a great short-term fix to get a new wedding venue or meeting space up and running, these inexpensive solutions eventually end up costing an event venue vastly more than what you save using them. Create online legal contracts and track electronic signatures with contract management tools.

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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. If you’re lucky, the event market will offer a variety of good venues. The time of day and season of the event.

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Eventtia

JUNE 2, 2023

Planning an event is difficult. Event planning and organizing a fairly small meeting involving just five participants can be quite a challenge, especially if this is your first time. Then, imagine planning a massive concert with a big-name DJ as the headliner and 100,000 attendees.

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The Castle Group

MARCH 2, 2021

Timelines may vary, but one thing is certain: hybrid events – a combination of virtual and in-person event experiences – are on the horizon. While we don’t have a definitive road map, we are already beginning to see small in-person events, and the industry is optimistic that recovery will fully commence in Q3 and Q4 of 2021.

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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. Do you want a traditional meeting room or a venue that has more options? Think of the activities that you are planning. What equipment will your meeting need?

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EventUp

AUGUST 4, 2020

(Pro tip: if your event reoccurs in a specific city each year, or if you know you do a lot of events in a specific city, spend a day after your event looking at different and possible venues! You’ll be saving money, time, and getting a jump on your next event!) Your Vendors.

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SmartMeetings

NOVEMBER 3, 2022

A guide to surviving holiday event planning. As the holiday season rapidly approaches, so does the creeping anxiety many meeting professionals begin to experience as high demand for booking spaces and securing event staff begins ramping up. But that’s okay—Smart Meetings has your back. Practice self-care.

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Master the Event

APRIL 7, 2022

It is possible to enter the event planning sector from other fields, but it is more typical and preferable to have a bachelor’s degree to begin with, in fields like marketing, communications, business, public relations, or hospitality management. Another option for certification is the Certified Government Meeting Professional choice.

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Social Tables

NOVEMBER 16, 2016

If you’re like me when planning a meeting or event, the rentals portion of the budget can consume all of your time and energy. To help you with your own process, I have formatted my tips in a form of the questions that you should ask yourself before negotiating your next rental contract. Good news: it doesn’t have to.

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QC Event School

DECEMBER 30, 2022

Ultimately, the goal of your event proposal should be to persuade the client that you can provide a successful, professional event. PRO TIP: Dream of a career in event planning, but don’t know where to get started? Is an Event Proposal the Same as an Event Plan? How Do You Write an Event Plan?

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EventPlanning

FEBRUARY 17, 2017

Most likely, you already know what it takes to get started, but before you charge out of the starting gate, here are a few essential tips for beginning event planners that will help you stay the course and enjoy your career as a professional event planner. Deposits and Contracts. A contract will safeguard your business.

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Eventinterface

MAY 16, 2017

Betty feels a calling to the field of Wedding and Event Planning. She has planned numerous banquets, conferences, anniversaries, dinner parties, and weddings for the past 5 years, and has now branched into opening her own business. So this book has definitely helped me in this area. Your Turn Wedding and Events.

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Planning Pod

JULY 27, 2022

To that end, we have assembled a list of 25 (+2) proven event sales techniques and strategies from seasoned pros that you can implement quickly to boost your lead generation, qualifying and close rates. And, yes, these can definitely help in this post-pandemic sales world of Zoom meetings and electronic communications.

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Plan Your Meetings

APRIL 25, 2017

On our company website, I indicate that, if prospective clients require venue searches, detailed budgets or detailed event plans before making a decision, there is a deductible charge. In early February, a top luxury brand contacted me to submit a proposal to facilitate and plan their executive retreat. Here’s why.

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GEVME

JUNE 4, 2019

Arrange a media room with high-definition TVs and chic chairs, karaoke rooms, or social walls. To ensure that your sponsor’s brand remains noticeable during the event, use graffiti created by a world-famous street artist. Provide a real event plan with well-designed sponsor integration. Creating a sponsorship proposal.

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Hubilo Blog

APRIL 19, 2018

From knowledge expansion to business contracts, the people you know in the industry truly matters. And what better way to network than events? Events are the perfect combination of a social and professional setting that you need to meet relevant colleagues in your field and establish meaningful business relations.

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Endless Events

JULY 26, 2019

Just like event AV terms, WiFi terminology can feel like a foreign language. If you have ever tried to google WiFi Terms you will find most WiFi terminology blogs are written by engineers and the definitions can be just as confusing as the term themselves. After the contract is signed you no longer will have the power to do this. .

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Meeting Tomorrow

SEPTEMBER 16, 2019

With so many in-house AV companies consolidating recently, it’s easy for event and meeting planners to feel like the AV company at the hotel is the only option they’ve got. That’s definitely what hotels would like you think, since they typically get a commission when you go with the in-house company.

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QC Event School

FEBRUARY 16, 2022

Starting a new business in event planning can be a very profitable venture. In this blog post, we’ll teach you how to start an event planning business from scratch in 6 easy steps! So, if you’re ready to start planning some amazing events, keep reading!

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Event Planning BluePrint

JUNE 6, 2018

Everything you need to know about starting an event planning business, and the theme of this lesson is to really get down to business. Let’s talk about four segments to focus on: First, your roadmap for starting a successful event planning business. The Roadmap: Starting Your Event Planning Business from the Ground Up .

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EventSource

MAY 20, 2020

Meetings and events ARE essential. We concentrate on educating clients, providing appropriate information, and demonstrating how to deliver effective and engaging virtual meetings. Most importantly we are here to listen and share suggestions and insight into what events may look like in the future. Until we meet again.”.

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PCMA Convene

MAY 31, 2016

I definitely think that sometimes we don’t trust the interns,” said Liz King, CEO of Liz King Events as well as the techsytalk event-technology platform. “So So many people hire interns and then let them stand around at an event. Do you have your interns printing out name badges and braving the morning coffee run?

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Meeting Tomorrow

SEPTEMBER 16, 2019

With so many in-house AV companies consolidating recently, it’s easy for event and meeting planners to feel like the AV company at the hotel is the only option they’ve got. That’s definitely what hotels would like you think, since they typically get a commission when you go with the in-house company.

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