Smart Meetings

MAY 6, 2022

People may not remember the awesome sound from the speakers of your event, or the incredible food and beverage. Flexible Contract Language. Given the continued uncertain times, being clear and concise on contract negotiations and rules and policies will be critical in forming a safe and enjoyable event for all.

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Event Planning Food and Beverage Contracts Negotiating 126

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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2021 Food and Beverage Travel Sustainability 397

StraussCA

JUNE 29, 2022

Food and Beverage Selections. Food and beverage: don’t forget this is a variable expense dictated by attendance numbers. Entertainment, guest speakers or presenters; factor in travel, accommodations, per diems and other consumables. Contract with reliable, repu­table vendors who can meet your association’s needs.

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Food and Beverage Contracts Entertainment Insurance 52

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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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 11, 2018

Contracting. Consider multi-year contracts: Finding new venues every year can be time consuming for all parties involved. Food and Beverage. Modify your menus: It’s sad but true that food is often wasted at meetings. Tap your speakers’ bureau. Daily analysis will help to spot discrepancies in the moment.

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Food and Beverage Negotiating Contracts Speakers 88

SmartMeetings

DECEMBER 13, 2019

However, since that’s not the world most of us inhabit, here are a few tips I’ve picked up from meeting planners over the course of my 14 years as a keynote speaker. Negotiate Your AV Costs Before Signing a Contract. In the words of one event planner, “Once I sign that contract, I can’t get them to budge on anything.

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Negotiating Food and Beverage Meetings Contracts 52

MeetingsNet

OCTOBER 3, 2023

discussions to a “Belong-a-palooza” to a filmmaker workshop, fresh topics will complement evergreen sessions such as event contracting and meeting security, for a lively educational agenda. From generative A.I Coordinating the behemoth task is Tahira Endean, head of programming and a self-described “total event nerd.”

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Education Food and Beverage Tourism Contracts 59

TicketBud

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Now, imagine showing up to the event, hearing that most speakers backed out after not getting paid, and then being asked to help cover the costs of the event’s outstanding hotel bill of $17,000. Prioritize Expenses Some items, such as venue, catering and entertainment are sure to come with a higher price tag.

Negotiating 113

Negotiating Financial Food and Beverage Sponsorships 113

MeetingsNet

NOVEMBER 8, 2022

Tech changes quickly, and speakers may not need as much as you think. Make sure you understand the AV contract. Use hand-held mics (or podium mics if you speaker doesn’t need to move around) rather than more expensive lavaliers. • Ask all presenters to specify what they need, and why. Get quotes from multiple AV vendors.

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Event Tech Tech Food and Beverage Contracts 122

MeetingsNet

JULY 26, 2021

Sanitized mic between speakers (masked). Individually packaged food and beverages. Our testing identified two infected participants—one who had contracted Covid-19 in July 2020 and was fully vaccinated. Meetings situated one person per six-foot table, each six feet apart. Masks worn indoors when not eating / drinking.

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MeetingsNet

JULY 26, 2021

Sanitized mic between speakers (masked). Individually packaged food and beverages. Our testing identified two infected participants—one who had contracted Covid-19 in July 2020 and was fully vaccinated. Meetings situated one person per six-foot table, each six feet apart. Masks worn indoors when not eating / drinking.

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Food and Beverage Contracts 2021 2020 106

Eventtia

JUNE 2, 2023

An event, as we know, can involve many different moving parts, so by planning early, you’ll get more options for different elements of the event: venue options, speakers/talents options, sponsorship options, marketing options, and so on. Even for smaller events, aim for at least one month in advance to plan the event.

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Sponsorships Insurance Social Media Food and Beverage 91

SmartMeetings

OCTOBER 25, 2021

Epoxies could range from repurposing florals for sterile rooms to finding gluten-free meals for the dozen VIPs who didn’t RSVP, to filling in for the speaker who missed a flight. As a nod to food allergies, elegant labeling listing everything in the box, and the company logo aligned with the theme of the event. Physical Limitations.

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Food and Beverage Contracts Hotels Meetings 111

Smart Meetings

JANUARY 4, 2019

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. Knowing this and other nuances associated with AV services contracting can help contain event costs and access to the optimum AV solution.

Negotiating 82

Negotiating Hotels Contracts Food and Beverage 82

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.

2021 195

2021 Food and Beverage Travel Sustainability 195

Bizzabo

AUGUST 13, 2018

From gathering speakers to securing sponsors, your to-do list seems to be never-ending. However, if you have found the perfect fit for your event, ask if they would consider lowering the cost in exchange for a multi-year contract. Food and Beverage: Parched throats? Most venues provide onsite food and beverage facilities.

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Venues Conference Food and Beverage 2014 115

Eventmobi

FEBRUARY 3, 2021

Hybrid events were designed around the in-person experience, with live streams of speaker presentations tacked on as a bonus feature. At a hybrid event, pre-mailed event kits can allow virtual attendees to share food and beverage experiences with their in-person counterparts. Watch the on-demand session now!

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 5, 2022

When a speaker can hear the basic human gesture of clapping at the push of a button, it is beautiful to see,” he said. Others are recording speakers and offering virtual programming weeks later with experts available for questions. She suggests not signing long-term contracts “because you don’t know what is going to happen.”.

Meetings 110

Meetings Food and Beverage 2021 Insurance 110

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. Food & Beverage (F&B). Meeting Rooms.

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Negotiating Hotels Food and Beverage Venues 39

Prestige Events Magazine

SEPTEMBER 28, 2022

Because of the size of the event and what the VeeFriends team wanted to achieve, there were numerous challenges to address, such as production, venue sourcing, hotel blocking, food and beverage, welcome parties, registration, talent, security and VIP management. The VeeFriends team found and contracted the U.S. the solution.

Food and Beverage 52

Food and Beverage Banking Tourism Contracts 52

Event Leadership Institute

OCTOBER 29, 2020

And if so, what components should the contract include? What kinds of waivers or indemnification clauses should be in place – for attendees, speakers, suppliers, and contractors? How will plans be modified if an infection rate is low at contract signing/booking and increases leading up to the event date?

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Insurance Food and Beverage Contracts Transportation 105

QC Event School

DECEMBER 30, 2022

The goal is to secure $5,000 in sponsorships to help cover the costs of venue rental, food and beverage, decorations, audio/visual services, transportation and other expenses associated with the event. In our third example, let’s imagine that you’re a wedding planner looking to secure a contract for an upcoming wedding.

Sponsorships 102

Sponsorships Food and Beverage Transportation Risk Management 102

Endless Events

DECEMBER 15, 2022

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 managed the contracts, food and beverage, marketing, and speaker acquisition from start to finish.

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The MICE

AUGUST 11, 2021

Our concept is Portuguese authentic food, fabulous drag queens and breathtaking performances.’. As a serial entrepreneur and highly in-demand speaker, he experienced some of the most iconic events and organised his own. This technology offers smart contracts—not just the art or the collectible nature of that collectible or art.

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2021 Food and Beverage 2022 Speakers 69

SmartMeetings

APRIL 3, 2020

Negotiation is more essential than ever for achieving cost savings, and planners should work closely with partners — including DMCs, hotels, speaker bureaus, and food and beverage vendors — to identify creative opportunities for doing more with less. Work with Partners—and Haggle. Content Matters. Keep F&B Simple.

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Financial Insurance Meetings Food and Beverage 94

Event Planning BluePrint

OCTOBER 5, 2016

Before signing the venue contract, go and see the venue in person and meet the venue manager. A fundamental piece when learning how to plan an event, your budget determines which venue you’ll use, the kind of food served at your event, and the entertainment you’ll hire. Determine your event entertainment and/or speakers.

Food and Beverage 121

Food and Beverage Entertainment Negotiating Sponsorships 121

The Castle Group

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

Make sure to require a formal contract and ensure all terms, policies, and pricing are clear and align with your expectations before signing. Additionally, successful event planning requires communication with multiple stakeholders, including vendors, speakers, sponsors, suppliers, venue, and event staff.

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Event Management Management Sustainability Food and Beverage 52

Planning Pod

JANUARY 17, 2017

Long ago when I ran a marketing agency, I was accustomed to contracting with a vendor for a specific use on a specific project and then negotiating with them for that particular deal, hoping they would come down in price for the promise of more business from me down the road. . Negotiate contracts with ferocity.

Food and Beverage 133

Food and Beverage Negotiating Contracts Hotels 133

Eventtia

OCTOBER 9, 2023

What should you do when your key speaker suddenly cancels five days before the event? Identify and secure your event speakers The right speakers or talents can be a game-changer for any event, especially in retail. Once an agreement is reached, ensure all terms are laid out in a written contract.

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Event Planning Retail Social Media Speakers 88

Eventtia

APRIL 18, 2022

You’ll have more options, whether it’s the venue, speakers, date/time, and you’ll also have more time to promote the event and to deal with any issues that may come up. Sign contract with venue and vendors. Catering (food and beverages). Talent/speaker fees. Identify speakers/talents/presenters.

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Social Media Sponsorships Speakers Contracts 62

Endless Events

MAY 18, 2021

. “We took all of our customer’s input and created this program to provide our customers with confidence that they could come back to safe and socially responsible events with flexible contract terms. They were looking for new setups and new food and beverage guidelines.” We just did a live stream.”

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Food and Beverage 2020 Events Hotels 79

Do Good Events

APRIL 4, 2023

Some venues do offer significant discounts or fully waived room rental rates for a high enough food and beverage minimum. This will help you determine costs ahead of signing a contract and find the best fit. Some examples are: photographers, photo booth, auctioneers, live entertainment, music/DJ, and keynote speakers.

Sponsorships 52

Sponsorships Food and Beverage Venues Social Media 52

Event Leadership Institute

SEPTEMBER 10, 2020

Instructor: Brandt Krueger, technical producer and speaker. Instructor: Brandt Krueger, technical producer and speaker. This course, designed for meeting and event professionals, provides the knowledge to understand the gear, staff, and set up your event needs to function properly, look right, and be cost-effective. Duration: 5 weeks.

Meetings 52

Meetings Food and Beverage Consulting Education 52

PCMA Convene

MARCH 7, 2017

Better contract negotiations. Increase in what we budget for food and beverage, and managing other costs more closely. We may shorten our 2017 meeting, have one less speaker, reduce the meal costs. • We may shorten our 2017 meeting, have one less speaker, reduce the meal costs. • Cut back on meeting frequency. •

Food and Beverage 67

Food and Beverage Risk Management Insurance 2017 67

SpotMe Blog

JUNE 13, 2023

Logistics management: From booking the venue to arranging travel and accommodation for attendees and speakers, experienced pharma event planners handle all the logistical details. Pharmaceutical meeting planners handle it all – from venue selection and food and beverage to HCP attendee management, content creation, and more.

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Velvet Chainsaw

NOVEMBER 6, 2017

Attendees value experiences like food and beverage, speakers/entertainment, and learning environments with good audiovisual. Moving forward more associations will hire interns or contract DaaS (Data-as-a-Service) providers to improve customer and prospect intelligence and segmentation.

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Marketing Food and Beverage Attendance Marketing Conference 80

Socio Events

AUGUST 4, 2021

When budgeting, pay special attention to the high-priced items such as the venue, food, activities, entertainment, and technology. Once you map out the higher-priced budget line items, dig down into the less expensive components such as speakers, marketing, and team salaries. We recommend six months or more for in-person events.

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Event Management Management Food and Beverage Event Apps 52