SmartMeetings

APRIL 19, 2017

Convention and Visitors Bureau , a local organization that can help meeting planners conduct venue and vendor selection at no cost. Director of Sales at a venue, usually who will be negotiating your contract with. Food & Beverage , used when talking generally about providing, well food and beverages.

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Food and Beverage Meetings Contracts Negotiating 66

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.

Contracts 80

Contracts Negotiating Food and Beverage Hotels 80

ePly

JUNE 21, 2023

Did you know that food and beverage (F&B) expenses are among the most significant expenses associated with any event? First and foremost, food and beverage are some of the most memorable aspects of any event. Furthermore, your negotiation skills can be used to leverage relationships and contracts.

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Food and Beverage Negotiating Events Trade Shows 48

QC Event School

DECEMBER 30, 2022

Venue selection. Include testimonials or references from previous clients, if possible. Our services include the following: Securing venue and catering services. In our third example, let’s imagine that you’re a wedding planner looking to secure a contract for an upcoming wedding. Staffing needs. Guest list.

Sponsorships 102

Sponsorships Food and Beverage Transportation Risk Management 102

The Castle Group

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

Partner/vendor relationships – From event venues and caterers to photographers, tent companies, and city permit offices, the art of planning involves coordinating with many different vendors and industry contacts. Having a strategic partner in the planning process can provide the extra step necessary to maximize your ROI. of past events.

Event Management 52

Event Management Management Sustainability Food and Beverage 52

PCMA Convene

JUNE 1, 2017

She learned early on that success was about more than just serving food. At the time, the Platinum Club [at Toronto’s Air Canada Centre, where the Maple Leafs play,] was this beautiful venue and the top restaurant in a sporting arena in all of North America. The CPCE] is definitely more food-focused. It’s more elevated.

Food and Beverage 55

Food and Beverage Sports Entertainment Hotels 55

SpotMe Blog

JUNE 13, 2023

Things like target audience, messaging, venue selection, and budget are all part of the planning process. Logistics management: From booking the venue to arranging travel and accommodation for attendees and speakers, experienced pharma event planners handle all the logistical details. This minimizes risk to your organization and brand.

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Eventtia

OCTOBER 9, 2023

What should you do when the venue you’ve booked becomes unavailable? Here’s how to structure your budget considerations: Allocate funds for venue and infrastructure. Provide essential information: Mention the date, time, and venue. Once an agreement is reached, ensure all terms are laid out in a written contract.

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Social Tables

APRIL 22, 2019

A long-term event planning timeline refers to a chronological series of events and actions that take place over a period of time. It takes careful planning to pay deposits on time and keep track of contracts. What other events are happening at the venue before or after your event, and how they might affect your schedule.

Event Planning 138

Event Planning Food and Beverage Events Venues 138

Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 12, 2022

An expanded exposition floor at Mandalay Bay Convention Center was brimming with activity Tuesday as an estimated 10,000 people flowed through hosted buyer appointments, education sessions and nearly 400 booths representing more than 180 countries, venues, technology vendors and suppliers. And almost a third were new since 2021. .

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2022 Airlines Hotels Tourism 112

Planning Pod

JANUARY 12, 2021

Opening an event venue comes with a long checklist of items that must be in place for a successful launch … and chances are, as a new event space entrepreneur, you’ve probably already read a dozen or so articles that have run you through the basics. Sign up for a free trial today!

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Venues Food and Beverage Social Media Marketing 148

Planning Pod

FEBRUARY 12, 2021

When people come to us in search of a venue management software solution , they often ask how Planning Pod compares to our competitors Tripleseat and Caterease. And these are necessary questions to ask in the early stages while you are researching event management software for your event venue, restaurant or hotel. Additional Fee.

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Management Venues Food and Beverage Contracts 78

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. Speaking of which.

Management 40

Management 2023 Meetings Negotiating 40

Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 12, 2022

An expanded exposition floor at Mandalay Bay Convention Center was brimming with activity Tuesday as an estimated 10,000 people flowed through hosted buyer appointments, education sessions and nearly 400 booths representing more than 180 countries, venues, technology vendors and suppliers. And almost a third were new since 2021. .

2022 52

2022 Airlines Hotels Tourism 52

Bizzabo

JUNE 4, 2021

Can refer to food and beverage, services, or products that are purchased and charged separately rather than as a package. The expected time that the client/event planner will arrive at the venue. Refers to the drop in actual attendance compared to the expected or originally guaranteed attendance. A La Carte.

Food and Beverage 92

Food and Beverage Wireless Speakers Venues 92

Planning Pod

JULY 9, 2021

When wedding planners and/or wedding venues are considering using our software, they often ask how Planning Pod compares to our competitors … that is, Planning Pod vs Aisle Planner vs Honeybook. Venue + Room & Space Management. Food-and-Beverage Management. Proposals & Contracts. Sign up for a free trial !

Food and Beverage 78

Food and Beverage Contracts Venues Management 78

Guidebook

JANUARY 8, 2024

From picking a venue and speakers to ensuring you’ve sent out thank you notes and running a post-event debrief, there’s a lot to think about. Research and Vendor Contracting Research potential venues to come up with a shortlist. Check venue availability and pricing. Negotiate terms and specifics with the venue.

Event Planning 78

Event Planning Food and Beverage Social Media Insurance 78

Plan Your Meetings

JULY 18, 2016

A mandatory and automatic amount added to food and beverage charges, usually used to defray the cost of labor and service equipment. This mandatory charge of 15-22% is added to food and beverage bills. Often, there is an assumption that the term “service charge” refers to a gratuity or tip. Service Charge.

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Social Tables

MAY 30, 2019

In this post: Items Needed for a Birthday Party Party Planning Tips: 2-3 Months Before Party Planning Tips: 1 Month Before Party Planning Tips: 1 Week Before Party Planning Tips: 1 Day Before Party Planning Tips: Day of Party Party Planning Tips for Working with Venues What does a successful party look like? Food and beverage party supplies.

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GEVME

JANUARY 27, 2020

And everybody loves enjoying a day, an evening or perhaps a weekend with lots of food, drinks, discussions, connecting with other people, exchanging ideas, workshops and/or other activities. . Food and beverage. Meeting Venue. Where so ever place the event is happening at, it is known as the meeting venue.

Sustainability 194

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Stova

MARCH 17, 2023

Three cost-saving tactics executives are currently deploying to make their event budget plan: Controlling costs on hotel rooms, meeting rooms, food and beverage, concessions, and travel. Food How much will food cost? Facility Expenses Facility expenses include money spent on acquiring the venue.

2023 40

2023 Food and Beverage Social Media Negotiating 40

Planning Pod

OCTOBER 14, 2020

“As a franchise hotel, we were using our own corporate software as well as third-party platforms for things like CRM and billing, but I also needed to use things like Google Docs, email, paper notes, file folders and even a dry-erase board to track things like our booked events and signed contracts,” says Jessica. “It

Hotels 148

Hotels Contracts Management Venues 148

Social Tables

APRIL 17, 2019

Each week, we email a short survey to a mix of over 23,000 planners, venues, and hotels. You can even download a free copy of these simple event statistics to reference anytime. Venues such as Wyndham Hotels are hearing the call and putting wellness front and center as they promote their groups and meetings product.

Hotels 149

Hotels Food and Beverage Negotiating Venues 149

Social Tables

JANUARY 26, 2023

If you’re planning a retreat in a different location, booking in the off-season could save your company a significant chunk of change on venue rental, hotel rooms and transportation costs. Budget Before scouting retreat venues or reserving a block hotel rooms set a firm budget. Will travel be required during office hours?

Transportation 78

Transportation Food and Beverage Travel Speakers 78

Planning Pod

OCTOBER 14, 2020

“As a franchise hotel, we were using our own corporate software as well as third-party platforms for things like CRM and billing, but I also needed to use things like Google Docs, email, paper notes, file folders and even a dry-erase board to track things like our booked events and signed contracts,” says Jessica. “It

Hotels 78

Hotels Contracts Management Venues 78

Social Tables

JANUARY 26, 2023

If you’re planning a retreat in a different location, booking in the off-season could save your company a significant chunk of change on venue rental, hotel rooms and transportation costs. Budget Before scouting retreat venues or reserving a block hotel rooms set a firm budget. Will travel be required during office hours?

Transportation 60

Transportation Food and Beverage Travel Speakers 60

Event Planning BluePrint

APRIL 5, 2022

Have a strong network of venues and vendors. Michelle said those experiences gave her a “more holistic approach of producing with an emphasis on design, food and beverage, and service.”. Build a solid network of venues, vendors, and clients. Pay attention to every single detail. Be able to anticipate the unexpected.

Trade Shows 62

Trade Shows Food and Beverage Negotiating Social Media 62

Event Planning BluePrint

APRIL 5, 2022

Have a strong network of venues and vendors. Michelle said those experiences gave her a “more holistic approach of producing with an emphasis on design, food and beverage, and service.”. Build a solid network of venues, vendors, and clients. Pay attention to every single detail. Be able to anticipate the unexpected.

Trade Shows 62

Trade Shows Food and Beverage Negotiating Social Media 62

PCMA Convene

FEBRUARY 28, 2018

Contracting space — Total exhibition space shrank 20 percent compared to the average exposition footprint in last year’s survey. Plus, a seller’s market has added to the challenge: “Yes, I think the meetings industry as a whole improved last year, if you mean more meetings were hosted last year and more are being contracted for future years.

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Stova

MARCH 16, 2023

Kiosks That Make Early Check-in Easy Check-in is typically the first touchpoint attendees have with an event, but that doesn’t always have to happen at the venue. You can also give users the ability to build their own event agenda that they can easily refer back to, eliminating the need for them to flip through paper programs.

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Event Technology Technology 2023 Events 40

PCMA Convene

MARCH 6, 2019

In the 28th Annual Meetings Market Survey, respondents listed rising food and beverage costs as a major challenge. Nearly 30 percent of respondents’ answers in some way reference budgets or rising costs this year, with AV, food and beverage, and Wi-Fi expenses standing out as particular pain points. Venue space.

Food and Beverage 91

Food and Beverage Meetings Negotiating Hotels 91

Planning Pod

AUGUST 24, 2019

Important Note: There seems to be some confusion in the event industry (and even in Google’s search results) as to what event marketing actually is, and this is because some people use the term “event marketing” to refer to events that are planned for the purpose of promoting and marketing a specific brand, product or service.

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Event Marketing Marketing Social Media Speakers 131

Planning Pod

AUGUST 24, 2019

Important Note: There seems to be some confusion in the event industry (and even in Google’s search results) as to what event marketing actually is, and this is because some people use the term “event marketing” to refer to events that are planned for the purpose of promoting and marketing a specific brand, product or service.

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Event Marketing Marketing Social Media Speakers 60