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Banquets and Catering: An Insider’s Approach to Food and Beverage

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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. Pritzker Award for Excellence.

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Smart Moves in Berkeley, Hollywood and More

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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. Along with expertise in corporate travel events and hotel contracting, he brings a passion for community service.

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What Planners Need to Know About Cruising Contracts

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However, as is the case when contracting with any meeting venue, think about what you are committing to before you sign the contract. Here are some questions that Grimes says planners should ask when contracting with cruise lines: • What is included and what’s extra? Are alcoholic beverages included?

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Events Can Thrive in the NOW Normal – Knowing How Puts the Power in Your Hands

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In April 2021, ninety-four Eurofins colleagues gathered at a beautiful Orlando resort, where our events team implemented extensive safety precautions: PCR test (upon entry). Individually packaged food and beverages. Antigen test (entry and exit). Contact tracers worn throughout event. Sanitized mic between speakers (masked).

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Events can thrive in the NOW Normal – knowing puts the power in your hands

MeetingsNet

In April 2021, ninety-four Eurofins colleagues gathered at a beautiful Orlando resort, where our events team implemented extensive safety precautions: PCR test (upon entry). Individually packaged food and beverages. Antigen test (entry and exit). Contact tracers worn throughout event. Sanitized mic between speakers (masked).

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Mortgage Group Brokers Deal for Face-to-Face Convention

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The association wanted to move forward with its event originally scheduled for July 31-August 3 at the Hilton Orlando Bonnet Creek, but FAMP had some challenges to overcome first. Postpone to 2021 with the same contract terms.”. FAMP opted to renegotiate its contract terms and host an in-person event in 2020. Held Sept.

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IMEX 22 Welcomed Record Number of Attendees

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ballroom, a 90,000-square-foot theater, a 25,000-square-foot Meridian Garden, 57 meeting spaces, 3,700 guest rooms and 27 different food and beverage outlets on the 25-acre property, soon to be announced. Orlando Launches Inspirational Umbrella Campaign. of meeting space, including a 105,000 sq. pic.twitter.com/dD39yCSkL3. —

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