Planning Pod

JULY 27, 2022

Here at Planning Pod, we build venue and event management software tools that help our customers close more business, so we want to do everything in our power to help them improve and grow. What are you looking for from a venue/planner? Who else are you working with to plan and execute the event? source: Spotio ).

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Prestige Events Magazine

JANUARY 17, 2024

The Westminster venue has opened the new year with new hires on the events team, in lieu of a forthcoming announcement which will broaden the Royal Horticultural Society’s events offering. Michelle has 20-years experience in the events industry across many areas from hotels and hospitality to floating venues.

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Planning Pod

JUNE 10, 2022

Catering software has become one of the most popular ways to streamline operations among caterers, restaurants, hotels and event venues, and for good reason … because it enables venue and catering businesses to automate processes, create timesaving workflows and serve customers better with fewer staff. Planning Pod.

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Event Industry News

APRIL 27, 2022

As Official Overlay Supporter to the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games, GL events UK will be delivering infrastructure at as many as 11 locations, to transform Birmingham 2022 venues into Games-ready arenas, ahead of what is set to be the sporting spectacle of the summer. To apply, or find out more, visit: [link].

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Stova

MARCH 17, 2023

The Event Planner's Guide to Venue Sourcing and the RFP Process This guide examines a shift event professionals are experiencing in negotiation power with venues. We'll show you how to get the most out of strategy, opportunities, and tools available to strike the best deal with venues.

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TicketBud

OCTOBER 26, 2023

This holds true for event management, which when done sustainably can help the environment, as well as improve an organization’s reputation, cost efficiency and long-term success. According to a study published in Nature Communications, the global events industry accounts for more than 10% of global CO2 emissions annually.

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Planning Pod

JULY 7, 2022

In this article, I’ll give a high-level overview of how different types of event technology trends serve event planners or businesses and apply to the entire life cycle of any event. Event and venue management software. The right system can streamline execution and post-event evaluation processes, too.

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TicketBud

DECEMBER 13, 2023

It sounds like a nightmare, but that was the reality for DashCon 2014, an event where attendees paid witness to one of the most important lessons in event planning – don’t bust the budget. According to a recent Maritz Industry Trends Report , most meeting expenses are up over 20 percent since before the pandemic.

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Social Tables

APRIL 20, 2023

Continue to focus on the ever-changing expectations of venues and event attendees, as they often fluctuate with the times. 17 common event planning mistakes and how to fix them 1. Ignore competing events Clients often approach planners with specifics in mind for an event, such as the date, location, or event design.

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Eventtia

OCTOBER 10, 2023

It offers a user-friendly interface for attendees to easily register for events, providing organizers tools to track registrations, collect payments, manage attendee data, and generate reports. Is Registration Software the Same as Event Management Software? The short answer is “No.”

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Event Industry News

NOVEMBER 24, 2022

Location: Brighton – Moulsecoomb Salary: £24,285 to £27,131 per annum Contract Length: 12 months Fixed Term End Date: 02/01/2024 Closing Date: Friday 09 December 2022 Reference: CC5014-22-482. Working with the Event Managers, you will assist in the organisation of a range of student, academic, research and corporate events.

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Event Industry News

OCTOBER 7, 2019

By Chris Farrell, MD, Impact Reporting. Demonstrating a commitment to social value, welfare and sustainability is now an integral part of succeeding in the UK event sector. Brand Events. Event Tech. Sporting Events. Areas of interest. Concerts & Tours. Conferences. Exhibitions.

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Event Geek

APRIL 19, 2018

How to combine registration and project management to get the best results. Even if you've got a super simple event, with just a networking hour and a couple of speakers, you still need to a registration flow that's as seamless as possible. In fact, registration isn't even relevant if you're just sponsoring or exhibiting the event!

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Event Industry News

NOVEMBER 3, 2020

Its proprietary software, Switch, is an innovative venue side events and meetings management system that delivers operational efficiency by giving venue team’s the tools to remove manual processes from enquiry management and event planning, and focus on value add promotion and delivery of venue services.

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Eventtia

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

Even with the best team, organization and expertise, an event strategy can’t succeed completely without the right event management software. However, with the great variety of options, choosing the right event management software can feel overwhelming.

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Planning Pod

JULY 6, 2023

You’re looking for a new venue management platform. As an event professional, you know that streamlining and automating your workflow through a CRM is one of the best ways to save time while still being able to deliver the personal, white-glove experience your clients deserve. Are you an event planner looking for a platform?

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Event Industry News

NOVEMBER 24, 2020

can help events and entertainment venues? Even before the latest national lockdown was announced, the stark message from the Association of Event Organisers (AEO), Association of Event Venues (AEV) and Event Supplier and Services Association (ESSA), is that the industry is heading for ‘free fall’ without more support.

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Eventinterface

AUGUST 29, 2019

Encoding the planning sessions and reporting on the day of event can create an internal record to refer to for future events. THE RISK FACTORS TO CONSIDER Risk management involves a lot of aspects. Spread of information, especially regarding event details for guests and protocol for staff.

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Eventtia

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

Even with the best team, organization and expertise, an event strategy can’t succeed completely without the right event management software. However, with the great variety of options, choosing the right event management software can feel overwhelming.

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StraussCA

JUNE 29, 2022

Events are an effective way to create a sense of community, build a common vision, boost brand awareness, and drive sales through shared experiences, networking, and fun that everyone remembers. A TRIED and TRUE RECIPE for PLANNING SUCCESSFUL ASSOCIATION EVENTS. Event Goals. Location and Venue. Event Marketing.

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Event Leadership Institute

OCTOBER 29, 2020

What are effective strategies for communicating expectations and policies to all those involved in the event – including attendees, the venue, and all supporting vendors and suppliers? And if so, what components should the contract include? How and under what conditions do venues/suppliers refund deposits? Share below.

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Eventinterface

AUGUST 29, 2019

Encoding the planning sessions and reporting on the day of event can create an internal record to refer to for future events. THE RISK FACTORS TO CONSIDER Risk management involves a lot of aspects. Spread of information, especially regarding event details for guests and protocol for staff.

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Event Planning BluePrint

MARCH 25, 2024

This involves understanding the purpose of the event, defining success metrics, and creating a roadmap that aligns every detail with the event’s goals. Strategic planning ensures that every decision, from theme selection to vendor contracts, contributes to the overarching objectives of the event.

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Eventsforce

SEPTEMBER 4, 2019

Signing a venue contract, for example, may be more stressful for you than making a presentation to stakeholders. Technology, however, can be a great source of help when it comes to alleviating stress with event management systems offering a plethora of tools, options and inspiration to help planners along the way.

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Event Leadership Institute

AUGUST 26, 2020

You may have seen the news headlines or social media clips of a ten thousand plus crowd watching Eric Chou, a Taiwanese singer-songwriter, perform in Taiwan – the first event of its kind since the pandemic began. Download the full report. But the concert was far from the typical pre-COVID experience.

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Hubilo Blog

OCTOBER 15, 2021

Negotiate contracts with various vendors, hotels, caterers, and speakers. Develop invitations and market the event. Plan the event. After understanding the client’s needs, you need to finalize the venue and/or the virtual event platform based on the event theme, the number of attendees, and the budget.

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Eventtia

DECEMBER 16, 2022

Event planning is a lucrative and evergreen career choice. The global event management market is estimated to be worth $6.36 With the rapid growth in the event industry, now is the time to get certified and propel your career. Event planners ensure that all the details of a particular event are taken care of.

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Event Industry News

JULY 16, 2018

In a response to a 425% increase in online enquiries over the past 12 months, Twickenham Stadium’s events arm has today announced that it will be offering live availability and real time bookings for its event spaces via its website.

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Capterra Event Management

JANUARY 16, 2018

Arlo Event Management. Arlo’s event registration dashboard. Arlo Event Management is a versatile event booking software that gives you real-time information on your events, registrants, costs, and to-do lists. Have you used Arlo Event Management? Price: Simple: $99 per admin/month.

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GEVME

MAY 15, 2020

With the progress of time and technology, events alike are also becoming more complex to plan and manage. And when it comes to organizing online events in 2020, apart from event planning skills, it requires the knowledge of online event management tools and technology. So it begs the question.

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Planning Pod

JANUARY 10, 2021

Hotel sales, banquet and private event managers know what it’s like to work under pressure. Whether they’re responding to new prospects, following up with them for contract signatures or chasing down clients for payments or vital input for their event, there is rarely any free time in their schedule.

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Stova

MARCH 16, 2023

That means you will know the most efficient way to source your meeting venue, what event software to use, how to properly budget for your event, and finally how to measure your total meeting spend and return. Here’s how to source a meeting venue that is perfect for your attendees, budget, and organization.

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Eventtia

OCTOBER 9, 2023

One of the primary challenges in event planning is managing the numerous details and ensuring you have backup plans for almost every aspect. What should you do when your key speaker suddenly cancels five days before the event? What should you do when the venue you’ve booked becomes unavailable?

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SmartMeetings

JUNE 2, 2020

Editor’s Note: This is part of a series reporting on FICP Chats about the future of meetings. You can read previous reports here, here and here. More video recordings are being provided by supplier partners to help showcase venues and destinations as well. Jennifer Squeglia, CMP, is a member of FICP Board of Directors.

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Capterra Event Management

APRIL 25, 2017

So after a period of searching, I discovered Capterra, and subsequently, an enjoyment in writing about event management software. Not unlike starting an event planning business. Just like any other industry, prior experience is essential to starting a successful event business. Is Event Planning Right for You?

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Capterra Event Management

AUGUST 29, 2017

Event management is no different in this regard from any other job. There are things you should be doing now to ensure success when you find yourself in charge of a function or event. Below, I’ve put together three best practices of event planners that I believe are the secrets to success in this field. “To

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Decibel Management

DECEMBER 27, 2021

It was a meh event. Contraction rates improved. From performance-enhancing drug use to boycotts to claims of corruption to participation restrictions, the Olympics are one of the more scandal-ridden large-scale events, and Tokyo 2020 was no exception. The post Missing Live Events? No photos taken, what’s the point.

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