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. At what point do you sue over breach of contract? (16:29). Geneen via @eventblueprint.

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Event Industry News

MARCH 3, 2020

The key is to ascertain BEFORE you make your decision, and find out from your Speaker Consultant which speakers are willing to promote on their social media channels and whether they’re willing to be mentioned or tagged in your marketing material etc. How else can your speaker add value during the event?

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EventBank Insights

JANUARY 22, 2019

Gather Your Speaker Bios, Headshots, social media accounts, etc This will be used on marketing materials to help give credibility to the content providers of your event. ? Publish Blogs online to share on social media ? Create Press list & prepare Press Release all media kit materials (e.g., 1 Week Ahead ?

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Event Planning BluePrint

MARCH 29, 2022

In our modern world of technology and social media, it’s easy to follow your favorite, famous event planners. . If you engage in conversations on LinkedIn groups or comment on posts on social media, it can help extend your reach and highlight your talents. Sponsor and media management. Social media management.

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Eventsforce

JUNE 12, 2019

We also look at some cool new event marketing tools from social media giants, Snapchat, Facebook and Instagram, and the launch of a new online portal that is a lot like a Craigslist for cancelled meetings and events. Photobooths and magic mirrors have traditionally been popular entertainments at parties and special events.

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ePly

MARCH 26, 2024

After you choose a promising venue, meticulously detail every one of your expectations in a comprehensive service level agreement (SLA) that will take the guesswork out of the contract negotiation process. You may need to secure certain accommodations from providers that the venue doesn’t provide.

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Showclix

JUNE 9, 2020

Virtual experiences represent a rapidly developing new frontier in entertainment, and getting your messaging in front of the right eyes in a timely fashion is crucial in driving awareness, building excitement, and generating streaming access sales. Social Media. But where to begin? Facebook & Instagram Remarketing.

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Planning Pod

JANUARY 17, 2017

. “If you make the headline for your event sound more compelling, you can get more attendance by having the event be shared more and have a higher click-through rate on social media,” says author and event guru Alex Genadinik. Know their style and how they like to be entertained. Negotiate contracts with ferocity.

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Food and Beverage Negotiating Contracts Hotels 133

Social Tables

JANUARY 17, 2018

Under this section of your list, you can add details such as research costs of rentals or negotiate a discount with vendors. A themed invitation and social media posts create eager anticipation and set the tone for the future event. Be ready to work with speakers and entertainers.

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SmartMeetings

JANUARY 24, 2018

Nancy Lauterbach, co-founder of Michigan-based RedPropeller Speakers Bureau, stresses the importance of doing due diligence on everything from accusations of sexual or other misconduct to inappropriate social media activity. As a result, she contacted the manager to pull a contract that had been sent. What to Negotiate.

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Planning Pod

JANUARY 25, 2017

Social media marketing/mentions. In-kind sponsorship opportunities (this could be a long list but can include food, beverage, printing, a/v, entertainment, transportation, decor/floral, PR, etc.). Manage sponsor contracts and collect e-signatures. Make first contact via email and social media (not phone calls).

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SpotMe Blog

JUNE 13, 2023

They can also coordinate things like catering, A/V equipment, and entertainment. Pharma meeting planners are experts in social media marketing, email campaigns, media partnerships, and more to maximize HCP attendance and participation. They can often negotiate better deals and availability.

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Eventtia

OCTOBER 9, 2023

Agree upon the KPIs to track the event’s performance, including customer footfall, social media mentions, number of sales, and more. In retail, you can plan teaser ads, social media campaigns, or influencer partnerships. Event Social Profiles: Set up or adapt social media profiles for your event.

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Nuila Events LLC

MARCH 30, 2016

No matter what you and your organization are looking for, Nuila Events has already done it – from equipment and furniture rentals to managing your social media for an event, we are experts in making sure that your event goes off without a hitch. Do you really want to get stuck negotiating contracts with hotels for sleeping rooms?

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Hubilo Blog

OCTOBER 15, 2021

Negotiate contracts with various vendors, hotels, caterers, and speakers. Based on the type of audience, you need to prepare promotional material and share it on social media, email marketing, and other channels. Click as many photographs as possible and post them on social media. Decide the theme.

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Bizzabo

NOVEMBER 25, 2019

Though it may seem like social media has dominated interactions between event professionals and event marketers, event influencers are tuning into podcasts as an alternative means for sharing event planning tips, tricks, and best practices. Discover 15 amazing podcasts you'll want to listen to on your morning commute!

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SmartMeetings

SEPTEMBER 29, 2017

Live Coverage via Social Media. Knowledge of the latest social media features. Access to and familiarity with your company’s social media channels and strategy. An understanding of social media conventions, tone and functions. Typically, this is assigned to an individual on your team.

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Planning Pod

JULY 27, 2022

Note that we will mainly discuss event sales tips here and leave topics like event marketing strategies, social media tactics and target audience outreach for other articles. Online business tools with electronic signatures can make quick work of signing proposals , online contracts and banquet event orders (BEOs).

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Eventinterface

APRIL 15, 2017

Jenkins is also a lecturer on event industry topics, and has written numerous articles published in special events, meeting planning, public relation, marketing, consumer and media outlets – from print and broadcast to blogs and social media platforms. What is the best advice you have ever received as a planner?

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SmartMeetings

FEBRUARY 22, 2017

I love the hugs and high-fives we get at our tech bars and social media lounges, and the “shut the front door” moments during the sessions I do at conferences. Company or organization: Caesars Entertainment in Las Vegas. I love negotiating great value for my clients and seeing their programs through to successful conclusions.

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Capterra Event Management

APRIL 25, 2017

Social Event Planning. Event Marketing and Social Media. Entertainment. You will need a network of resources to make your events a reality, such as caterers, entertainers, technical experts, technology suppliers, and marketing experts. Wedding Planning Strategy. Venue Selection. Aesthetics. Conferences. Trandshows.

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SmartMeetings

FEBRUARY 22, 2017

I love the hugs and high-fives we get at our tech bars and social media lounges, and the “shut the front door” moments during the sessions I do at conferences. Company or organization: Caesars Entertainment in Las Vegas. I love negotiating great value for my clients and seeing their programs through to successful conclusions.

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Event Guru

MAY 5, 2023

Event planners may incorporate engaging presentations, photo displays, and guest performers that entertain and inspire attendees. Beyond the entertainment and program aspects, event planners are also responsible for managing the logistics and details of the company anniversary celebration.

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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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Certain

JUNE 29, 2017

in Windsor, CT, who provide entertainers and professional high-profile speakers for corporate events. If you want your speaker to remain after the speaking session to interact with the audience, ensure you set that expectation and include this in the contract. Is your speaker a social media maven?

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Guidebook

JANUARY 8, 2024

Research and Vendor Contracting Research potential venues to come up with a shortlist. Look into associated costs like food and beverage, AV, and parking – are these included, where can you negotiate? Check their availability and start working on a contract. Negotiate terms and specifics with the venue.

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Eventmobi

JULY 13, 2023

Entertainers. Entertainers add a fun twist to your event, providing enjoyable interludes between serious discussions or a lively end to a full day of learning. Follow people on social media. Social platforms are a gold mine for finding influential voices. Get contracts signed. Moderators. Confirm booking.

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Planning Pod

APRIL 12, 2020

These goals could include things like: Expected sales or donations New clients or prospects Ticket sales or registrations Total attendee turnout Number of attendees trained or educated Increased mission / brand awareness Marketing objectives (list building, social media mentions, etc.)

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Eventtia

OCTOBER 20, 2022

Determine your must-have needs from a venue before negotiating and committing to a venue. Decide on an event theme Develop an event name, logo, tagline, and hashtags Develop an event website (with an online registration function) Create social media profiles Develop a publicity plan. Shortlist potential venue selections.

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Eventmobi

JANUARY 24, 2019

PCMA suggests spending 55% of your budget on F&B, AV and speaker/entertainment as these items have a direct impact on the overall attendee experience. Entertainment. Grants and contracts. Negotiate speaker contracts carefully and be clear about expenses speakers can claim. Fixed and Variable Costs.

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Planning Pod

JULY 9, 2021

Proposals & Contracts. You can quickly and easily add estimated, negotiated and actual costs, track payments and payment due dates for each line item, and view remaining amounts due. You can also send emails from inside many tools, including proposals, contracts, invoices, and questionnaires. Email Integration.

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Food and Beverage Contracts Venues Management 78

Planning Pod

JULY 25, 2019

Business and accounting – For tracking contacts/CRM, leads, legal contracts, proposals, invoicing, payments, revenues and ROI. Marketing and promotion – For creating and deploying event websites, email marketing, event mobile apps, surveys/forms, video marketing and social media promotions. Eventbrite. And OpenTable.

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Social Tables

APRIL 17, 2019

In these instances, it’s important to contract with security companies (especially when there’s alcohol involved), and make sure that all entrances and exits are diligently mapped out prior to the event as well. 88% of event profs believe social media has raised the expectations for F&B at events. ” 17.

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Planning Pod

JULY 25, 2019

Business and accounting – For tracking contacts/CRM, leads, legal contracts, proposals, invoicing, payments, revenues and ROI. Marketing and promotion – For creating and deploying event websites, email marketing, event mobile apps, surveys/forms, video marketing and social media promotions. Eventbrite. And OpenTable.

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Planning Pod

AUGUST 24, 2019

Summary: Learn how to market events of all kinds, from market research, branding and pricing to event websites , content marketing, social media and post-event followup. Implementing marketing tactics (email, social media, PR, etc.) Social media mentions/shares/engagement. What is event marketing?

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Planning Pod

AUGUST 24, 2019

Summary: Learn how to market events of all kinds, from market research, branding and pricing to event websites , content marketing, social media and post-event followup. Implementing marketing tactics (email, social media, PR, etc.) What is event marketing? Identifying the proper target market (i.e.,

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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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