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A "Craigslist" for Canceled Meetings?

MeetingsNet

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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How Did You Get Started in the Events Industry?

Endless Events

My dad got me a job washing dishes there, and I eventually started working in food prep. Like her co-hosts Arianna and Nick, Deanna got her start in food and beverage. “My I went to Michigan State, which has an excellent Hospitality program and worked in banquets at a hotel. Come 1993, and I was getting into web design.

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How to Get Sponsors for Events in 14 Simple Steps

Planning Pod

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. Logo placements (on signage, mailings, programs, etc.). Website marketing. Email marketing. And much more.

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Best in Show: Class of 2017

PCMA Convene

She has a way with words that is evident in her wonderful descriptions of food (without any food being present!) She surprised the client with an offering of sparkling rosé on site at the event for her guests; this beverage had originally been tabled due to budget concerns, but Erin was able to offer a few bottles free of charge.

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