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SmartMeetings
JUNE 3, 2019
Food and beverage is an essential element of any gathering—and it is also one of the costliest. It’s unfortunate that copious amounts of food go to waste, but event professionals need to ensure there is something for everyone and that there is enough. Technology is immensely helpful to planners and attendees alike.
MeetingsNet
NOVEMBER 8, 2022
As the cost of AV and event technologies continues to rise, planners need to get smarter about what the really need and how to get it at a fair price. While audiovisual, production, and event technology have long been budgetary sore points, they’re even more expensive these days. Make sure you understand the AV contract.
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Bizzabo
AUGUST 13, 2018
of planners have an event spend less than $100K — budget constraints should be conveyed to the venue from the start. However, if you have found the perfect fit for your event, ask if they would consider lowering the cost in exchange for a multi-year contract. Food and Beverage: Parched throats? Not at your event!
SpotMe Blog
JUNE 13, 2023
With 10 out of the 20 leading life science companies in our customer database, we’ve worked with 80+ pharma event management companies. And many of them use our fully compliant life science event platform and mobile event app to help pharma companies manage engaging HCP events.
The Castle Group
MARCH 2, 2021
Also, ensure the property has enough bandwidth for the technology you are utilizing such as the event app that may need to be downloaded by all attendees. Enlist separate planning teams. In-person and virtual meetings have different logistical needs. Planners were flexible before Covid, but now we’re nimbler than ever.
Socio Events
AUGUST 4, 2021
Determine your event budget during the initial planning phases and ensure all stakeholders sign off and agree on the numbers. When budgeting, pay special attention to the high-priced items such as the venue, food, activities, entertainment, and technology. Are you running an in-person event? Event Technology.
Guidebook
JANUARY 20, 2024
Creating an event budget can be overwhelming! With a laundry list of expenses, it can be tempting to skip the planning and jump right into signing contracts with your vendors. While building your event program with these high-level items and estimates, you will have a better projection of the total expenses.
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