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Trademark introduces SiteSelect

Event Industry News

These relationships, combined with our expert sourcing, negotiation, and contracting process, give our clients access to premier locations they may otherwise miss.”. Trademark draws on decades of corporate and entertainment industry event production in a methodical yet creative exploration of possibilities and places.

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How To Plan An Event

ePly

Site selection: The venue and location must fit the budget and the basic requirements for the event. Talent: If your event features keynote speakers, entertainment, or conference leaders, you’ll need to negotiate the terms long before the event. Schedule: Events need to be broken down into manageable chunks.

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‘Tis the Season to Plan Wisely

SmartMeetings

To mitigate the issues caused by high demand and staffing issues, it is paramount that planners communicate needs clearly—preferably during the time of drawing up a contract—to determine which services and outlets may be subject to limitations and to set expectations at host venues. Communicate and Create Timelines.

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The Ultimate Guide on How to Start Your Event Planning Business

Capterra Event Management

Venue Selection. Site Selection. 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. International Institute of Event Management (IIEM). Price: $345 – $875. Topics: Budgeting. Aesthetics.

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5 Online Event Planning Classes To Jumpstart Your Career

Capterra Event Management

Venue Selection. Site Selection. Entertainment. Vendor/Contract Management. Wedding Planning Strategy. Wedding Amenities. Wedding Logistics. Wedding Aesthetics. Price: $345. Certificate in Event Management. Corporate Event Planning. Social Event Planning. Event Logistics. Conferences. Fundraisers. Tradeshows.

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Best in Show: Class of 2017

PCMA Convene

President, Zone Entertainment, Bedford, Ohio. Nominated by Ann Luketic, CMP, Marketing Event Specialist, Progressive Insurance — “Jeff continues to go above and beyond for his clients to find just the right mix of entertainment and equipment. But I would like to nominate Ricky for what he does for us outside of contract negotiation.

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5 Things Planners Can Learn from the Presidential Inauguration

SmartMeetings

When planning a big event , don’t forget to consider transportation during the site selection process. Have a backup plan for speakers and entertainment. However, this is nothing compared to the impact that road closures will have on local travel. More than 100 blocks, or 2.7