MeetingsNet

JUNE 26, 2023

It’s a baffling trend, and one that hotel guests and meeting planners alike must contend with: The percentage of U.S. hotels experiencing a staffing shortage rose from 79 percent in January to 82 percent in May, according to a new report released by the American Hotel & Lodging Association.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 28, 2022

Post-Covid Contract Solutions.”. We’ll delve into a condensed review to address what and what not to include in your venue contract, as well as negotiation tactics and what can potentially trigger a force majeure. Local laws can impact your contract and your options for termination, recovery and liability, Sheaks explained.

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Velvet Chainsaw

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

The meeting rooms you contracted for may have been double booked. Overloaded account and project managers — Nearly every hotel, general service contractor, AV, and registration company had to lay off a significant number of client-facing team members. Space conflicts — There were many re-bookings during the pandemic.

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MeetingsNet

APRIL 8, 2021

On Global Meetings Industry Day, hospitality-sales veterans detailed how availability, contracting, and staffing will be different for meetings after the pandemic. First, Karen Hamilton, CMP, vice president of global sales for Red Lion Hotels Corp., To make it work, “the concept of shared responsibility is very important.

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Connect Your Meetings

MARCH 21, 2018

Register for “Banquets and Catering: An Insider’s Approach to Food and Beverage” Have you ever wondered how can hotels charge $120 or more for a gallon of coffee? You’ll learn what value-added items and upgrades can be negotiated and contracted to further extend your budget. Website: www.contactplan.com.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 22, 2024

Throughout his career, he has managed numerous hotel portfolios and successfully led operations in various California hotel communities. In his most recent role as general manager of Calistoga Motor Lodge, he spearheaded a construction project that added 39 rooms, reduced food and beverage costs and skillfully managed finances.

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SmartMeetings

JULY 28, 2023

For example, does everyone sign up with enough advance notice to meet the hotel’s deadline? What about the people who want to book a different hotel and just show up for the conference itself. Or, offer a joint conference/hotel fee that provides an overall discount versus booking separately. Our quick save?

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MeetingsNet

MARCH 29, 2021

Earlier in March, Accor Hotels rolled out an on-site testing program for business events, while Hilton and Marriott did so at the beginning of 2021. Those meetings also qualify for short-form contracts containing no cancellation fee and no attrition fees for rooms that were not booked. Details of those programs can be found here.

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MeetingsNet

MARCH 11, 2022

Attendees expect a satisfying food-and-beverage experience regardless of labor issues. While a meeting’s destination, education, and networking opportunities generally drive attendee interest, post-event surveys consistently show that food-and-beverage elements color the impression attendees have of an event’s success.

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MeetingsNet

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

As a result, the recent IMEX America show in Las Vegas had a breakout session featuring four planners with ideas on how to navigate the costs for food and beverage at meetings, and it was a standing-room-only affair. McKinnon also implored planners to “get the term ‘prevailing rates’ out of your contracts.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 4, 2019

However, leaving audio visual (AV) equipment services to the end could be a costly mistake, especially when negotiating these services with a hotel. Many hotel contracts mandate use of an in-house AV provider and contain clauses prohibiting use of other vendors or charge for the privilege of using the planner’s preferred vendor.

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SmartMeetings

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

How to prepare for 2023 contract negotiations Yes, we’re out of the pandemic shutdown, but it’s not back to “business as usual.” From workforce shortages to inflation worries, what should event planners be looking for when it comes to 2023 contracts? On the “high” side: Larger deposits up-front for hotel contracts.

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Prestige Events Magazine

MARCH 7, 2024

Ushering in a new era, The Principal York hotel is set to become The Milner York, signifying a comprehensive reimagination of the hotel’s brand and positioning for staff and guests. To further reflect the rich tapestry of York’s railway heritage, the hotel’s Food & Beverage outlets will also be rebranded.

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MeetingsNet

MARCH 10, 2022

Amid the labor shortage plaguing hotels, it's critical for planners and suppliers to communicate early and honestly, conduct fair negotiations, and—in case circumstances go awry—put everything in writing, according to meeting buyers, hoteliers, and the attorneys who represent each of them. More than Ever, Communication is the Key.

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Event Industry News

AUGUST 29, 2019

The International Convention Centre (ICC) in Birmingham and its in-house caterer, Amadeus, are utilising cutting-edge AI technology to reduce food waste at the venue by a third. Working with Winnow Solutions, they have now installed software that monitors both the type and amount of food being disposed of.

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Planning Pod

AUGUST 14, 2023

If you’re unsure where to start, provide forms or surveys during the event registration process so guests can easily enter their dietary needs, meal preferences, and other key details, such as food allergies. You don’t want to run out of food halfway through your event, so take steps to ensure you have plenty of food available.

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MeetingsNet

OCTOBER 2, 2017

However, as is the case when contracting with any meeting venue, think about what you are committing to before you sign the contract. Joshua Grimes, president of Grimes Law Offices LLC, says that in his experience, cruise lines tend to be less flexible than hotels and resorts. Are alcoholic beverages included?

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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. Top Features.

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SmartMeetings

DECEMBER 7, 2017

While some event professionals may gleefully embrace the prospect of negotiating contracts for large events, many would rather run for the hills. For instance, if you like a certain hotel chain, consider approaching them about a yearly commitment. You would be surprised at how many people do not actually read every line in a contract.

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SmartMeetings

JANUARY 2, 2018

The resort fee—a daily charge tacked onto a hotel or resort room rate for services guests may or may not want—began there about eight years ago. hotel market collected an estimated $2.7 Some hotels now charge for early check in and late check out. Hotels in major cities such as San Francisco call their daily fee an “urban fee.”

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GEVME

NOVEMBER 7, 2018

Food and beverage. Take care of any legal issues and contracts. Information on the drafting of contracts is usually available in the General Terms & Conditions section. Food and beverages. Separate sales of food and beverages are recommended, especially at large events. Accommodations.

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Cvent: Event Marketing

MAY 21, 2019

What negotiating with hotels boils down to is synchronized value – in other words, you have what they want (occupied guest rooms, meeting space and food and beverage revenue), and they have what you want (a great hotel at a desirable location). Food and beverage. Give Them A Total Economic Value Overview.

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Smart Meetings

JULY 21, 2023

With over 25 years of experience in travel, tourism and business events, and in leadership roles with Starwood Hotels and Resorts and Destination Toronto, he brings extensive experience to oversee BestCities operations, focusing on their values of legacy, sustainability and advancement of the global impact of meeting events.

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SmartMeetings

JUNE 30, 2020

The preview of best practices turned into a vigorous question-and-answer session covering everything from food and beverage to contracts, to roles and responsibilities. That includes the airplane and how you get from the airport to the hotel. Hotels have always done a good job of cleaning. Here are highlights.

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Event Leadership Institute

JULY 28, 2021

If you or your organization require expert assistance, you should contract the services of a professional. Key Takeaways: Be a fully informed planner: read the entire contract, ask questions, and hire a hospitality attorney if you need assistance in reviewing, negotiating, or renegotiating a contract.

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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. With VR, planners can cut out travel, hotel stays and transportation expenses.

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MeetingsNet

MAY 16, 2019

An online reseller of contracted meeting elements launches a week ahead of its industry rollout at the IMEX show in Frankfurt. When meetings are canceled, the group that signed the contract is typically responsible to pay either a flat fee or a percentage of the revenue they were to bring to the contracted supplier. I doubt it."

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Attendease

JANUARY 21, 2021

Next is the Social Contract, the new Code of Conduct with the event where we agree to maintain safe distancing, wear masks and to not participate if we are feeling unwell. Food and beverage service will evolve from lines and buffets to service in individual containers or plates and offered with minimal contact points.

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StraussCA

JUNE 29, 2022

Food and Beverage Selections. Food and beverage: don’t forget this is a variable expense dictated by attendance numbers. Use referrals from colleagues, local trade publications, Convention Visitor Bureaus, and national hotel experts to build a shortlist of locations and venues, then tour venues on your list.

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GEVME

NOVEMBER 7, 2018

Food and beverage. Take care of any legal issues and contracts. Information on the drafting of contracts is usually available in the General Terms & Conditions section. Food and beverages. Separate sales of food and beverages are recommended, especially at large events. Accommodations.

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Master the Event

DECEMBER 12, 2023

Another great area for complimentary guides is your hotel contact. All of the major hotel brands offer meeting assistance. So it’s very important in the planning stages that each and every small item is addressed. Look for Substance in a Conference Planning Guide. Some better than others. Take Marriott for example.

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StraussCA

MAY 4, 2023

However, it is important to think about the location and how members will easily get to it and if there is sufficient parking or local transit to enable members to get to the venue – even if the weather does not cooperate the day of the event. Also remember, do not always go with the easy choice, such as a standard hotel venue.

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PCMA Convene

SEPTEMBER 30, 2020

During the spring and early summer, Saunders and her team communicated regularly with the hotel, which was closed during lockdown and set to re-open on July 1. Even though the hotel would be open by our original dates, they told us they would not be able to staff up in time,” Saunders said. New Health and Safety Protocols. “We

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SmartMeetings

DECEMBER 13, 2019

See also : Win at Negotiating AV Services with Hotels. Negotiate Your AV Costs Before Signing a Contract. In my experience, the cost to rent audiovisual equipment from a hotel or conference center is one of the more frustrating aspects of planning an event. Prioritize Drinks Over Food. Which leads to….

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MeetingsNet

NOVEMBER 8, 2022

Hotels are currently in the driver’s seat when it comes to meeting negotiations. And if you miss on your first-choice hotel, you could end up paying higher room rates. Also remember that the hotel industry is awash with new salespeople hired after the pandemic. Negotiate multi-year contracts with the same venue or hotel chain.

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SmartMeetings

OCTOBER 25, 2021

One example: During a recent Smart Meetings Experience, CEO Marin Bright learned at pre-con that the hotel was understaffed and thus would be turning almost the entire property on the day her guests arrived. As a nod to food allergies, elegant labeling listing everything in the box, and the company logo aligned with the theme of the event.

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Canadian Special Events

FEBRUARY 9, 2023

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