MeetingsNet

NOVEMBER 8, 2022

Make sure you understand the AV contract. F ind cost savings tips for F&B, ground transportation, and venues, here. • Don’t just accept that you must use the in-house AV vendor ; ask if the venue’s in-house vendor contract is on an exclusive or preferred basis. Ground-Transportation. Want more?

Event Tech 118

Event Tech Tech Food and Beverage Contracts 118

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."

Meetings 88

Meetings Contracts Food and Beverage Hotels 88

Master the Event

DECEMBER 12, 2023

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.

Conference Planning 40

Conference Planning Conference Food and Beverage Contracts 40

Event Industry News

OCTOBER 7, 2019

The industry is all too aware of the environmental damage caused by everything from plastic and non-recyclable branded materials, food wastage, excessive travel, generators, transporting goods, long hours on-site or in the office to ‘get the job done’ and sleepless nights and stress.

Sustainability 106

Sustainability Food and Beverage Transportation 2015 106

MeetingsNet

NOVEMBER 8, 2022

Negotiate multi-year contracts with the same venue or hotel chain. Find cost savings tips for AV and production, ground transportation, and F&B, here. • Remember that everything is negotiable, until the contract is signed. Ground-Transportation. . • Know your must-have and nice-to-have amenities before you negotiate.

Venues 52

Venues Negotiating Food and Beverage Contracts 52

TicketBud

DECEMBER 13, 2023

For example, if a preferred vendor comes in at a higher cost but is available for multiple events throughout the year, the organizer may negotiate bulk pricing or long-term contract for a lower rate. 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

QC Event School

DECEMBER 30, 2022

Coordinating logistics and transportation. 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. Coordinating logistics and transportation. Creating their wedding menu.

Sponsorships 102

Sponsorships Food and Beverage Transportation Risk Management 102

Bizzabo

AUGUST 13, 2018

Before determining the location, ensure that transportation is readily available to the venue so that attendees can easily arrive by air, rail or automobile. 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?

Venues 115

Venues Conference Food and Beverage 2014 115

SmartMeetings

OCTOBER 28, 2020

Some of those costs may be offset by fewer people attending in person, meaning less food and beverage, hotel rooms and travel costs will be incurred. Alternative plans covered in the contract also need to include the possibility that a group may outgrow a venue if social-distancing guidelines make the space unworkable.

Insurance 85

Insurance Financial Meetings Food and Beverage 85

Event Leadership Institute

OCTOBER 29, 2020

And if so, what components should the contract include? How will plans be modified if an infection rate is low at contract signing/booking and increases leading up to the event date? What can be done to keep groups from congregating together – such as during registration, meal breaks, or waiting for transportation?

Insurance 105

Insurance Food and Beverage Contracts Transportation 105

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.

Negotiating 39

Negotiating Hotels Food and Beverage Venues 39

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. and transportation options. Knowing the scope and scale of your event needs and having a clear idea of budget can help the selection process.

Event Management 52

Event Management Management Sustainability Food and Beverage 52

Social Tables

NOVEMBER 23, 2017

That’s because: Each element—from promotion and decoration to food and entertainment—becomes décor. Food and drink lie at the core of a positive guest experience. Then you can really stretch your catering funds by: Making food experiential. Use food as entertainment. Click To Tweet. Keeping Catering Costs Down.

Event Ideas 156

Event Ideas Food and Beverage Social Media Entertainment 156

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. Keep F&B Simple.

Financial 70

Financial Insurance Meetings Food and Beverage 70

SmartMeetings

JULY 25, 2019

The cost is normally cheaper for the company and as guests don’t have to buy their own food and drinks, there are fewer out-of-pocket costs for them. During your two- or three-night site inspection and prior to signing a contract, Wendell’s smart tip is “ negotiate, negotiate, negotiate. The pros center around cost.

Negotiating 63

Negotiating Transportation Contracts Insurance 63

Master the Event

APRIL 6, 2022

And with so much to consider; the food and beverage, the venue, the transportation, the decor and so much more. Always get a contract summarizing the entertainment and services as well as the date, timing, a Plan B and any other information important to the event date. Final Thoughts. Learn from my rookie mistakes.

Entertainment 40

Entertainment Food and Beverage Contracts Transportation 40

Eventtia

JUNE 2, 2023

Catering: all costs related to food and beverage Decoration: pretty self-explanatory Entertainment: speakers, talents, performers, exhibitors, and so on. Don’t forget all the details like required contracts, insurance policies, permits, and the logistics of each different element. For virtual events, you can skip this.

Sponsorships 91

Sponsorships Insurance Social Media Food and Beverage 91

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.” ” How They Do It At Hilton.

Food and Beverage 79

Food and Beverage 2020 Events Hotels 79

Social Tables

JULY 13, 2023

Depending on the venue’s size and available services, their party packages may include food, drink, guest entertainment, or reserved or exclusive access to portions of the property. Are golf carts (transportation) included in the pricing? Ask for an example contract for review ahead of signing.

Food and Beverage 78

Food and Beverage Entertainment Venues Sports 78

Social Tables

FEBRUARY 9, 2023

Also, make sure to check the venue’s policies on noise levels, food and beverage, and other restrictions. Make sure you understand the terms of the contract so you know exactly what’s included in the fee and what isn’t. Finally, consider the location of the venue and how easy it is to access.

Venues 78

Venues Conference Food and Beverage Automotive 78

Eved

JULY 3, 2017

This report will provide total spend by category, such as Decor, Food and Beverage, Transportation, etc. You may want to compare it to budgets, forecasts, or contracts to ensure that you aren’t overspending, or to ensure that you’re capturing all of your spend. Why is this important? Spend by Supplier.

Contracts 40

Contracts Meetings Negotiating Food and Beverage 40

SpotMe Blog

JUNE 13, 2023

Pharmaceutical meeting planners handle it all – from venue selection and food and beverage to HCP attendee management, content creation, and more. These companies provide end-to-end event management services. Peace of mind Putting on an impactful pharma event involves countless details and moving parts.

Event Management 130

Event Management 2023 Management Healthcare 130

Milestone Events Group

OCTOBER 21, 2021

There are a lot of moving parts that go into your perfect day- dress, colors, food, cake, guest list, etc. Be sure to ask about food and beverage minimums (such as cash bar or open bar), site fees, and other components of your package you will get billed for. Transportation. The Essentials For How To Pick A Wedding Venue.

Venues 98

Venues Food and Beverage Insurance Travel 98

Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 12, 2022

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. Fontainebleau will also be opening a Las Vegas location in 2023, boasting 550,000 sq. of meeting space, including a 105,000 sq.

2022 117

2022 Airlines Hotels Tourism 117

Socio Events

AUGUST 4, 2021

When budgeting, pay special attention to the high-priced items such as the venue, food, activities, entertainment, and technology. Add sponsored promotional graphics and banners to charging stations, beverage and food areas, and even restrooms. Are you managing a virtual event?

Event Management 52

Event Management Management Food and Beverage Event Apps 52

Social Tables

OCTOBER 5, 2022

In addition to outlining how much you have to spend on the event overall, breakdown the budget for your party into various categories, including: Venue rental Food costs or catering services Alcoholic/non-alcoholic beverages Entertainment Decorations Guest transportation Party favors. Diagram your Halloween party with ease.

Food and Beverage 29

Food and Beverage Entertainment Venues Transportation 29

Eventtia

DECEMBER 16, 2022

Event planners also handle logistics like transportation and accommodations. To get the CMP title, a person must show that they are good at negotiating contracts, planning events, managing risks, and marketing. Event planners ensure that all the details of a particular event are taken care of.

Event Planning 48

Event Planning Social Media Contracts Negotiating 48

Eventmobi

FEBRUARY 3, 2021

Extra expenses include: Venue rental, stage setup, lighting, and AV recording equipment Onsite staffing and supply costs (catering, cleaning, security, PPE) Travel and transportation. At a hybrid event, pre-mailed event kits can allow virtual attendees to share food and beverage experiences with their in-person counterparts.

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Speakers 2021 Sponsorships Events 248

Eventtia

OCTOBER 9, 2023

Once an agreement is reached, ensure all terms are laid out in a written contract. This can include booking flights, securing hotel rooms, and planning local transportation. Coordinate with the media to schedule interviews and arrange for logistics such as transportation and equipment. Document everything.

Event Planning 88

Event Planning Retail Social Media Speakers 88

Plan Your Meetings

JUNE 27, 2016

Manage contracts. Depending on your meeting location, it may be necessary to travel with or contract security teams. Then communicate expectations, set deadlines for deliverables and secure contracts. Secure contracts and communicate expectations. Coordinate food and beverage services. Manage critical path.

Meetings 62

Meetings Food and Beverage Risk Management Contracts 62

EventMB

MAY 22, 2022

Why it works: the stands are lightweight and flat-packed, which helps the budget and makes them easy to transport. Food is a crowd pleaser, particularly for long exhibitions and trade shows. You needn’t sell cookware or food to use a booth like this. Two things that always draw a crowd: food and activity.

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Trade Shows 2022 2017 2018 164

Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 12, 2022

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. Fontainebleau will also be opening a Las Vegas location in 2023, boasting 550,000 sq. of meeting space, including a 105,000 sq.

2022 52

2022 Airlines Hotels Tourism 52

Guidebook

JANUARY 20, 2024

With a laundry list of expenses, it can be tempting to skip the planning and jump right into signing contracts with your vendors. For example, if after evaluating your previous event, you realize you overspent on food, you can go into your high-level plan with a better understanding of how you’ll need to adjust your budget.

Food and Beverage 78

Food and Beverage Contracts Sponsorships Event Apps 78

PCMA Convene

JULY 2, 2018

The tent, set up in Arsenal’s big backyard, was surrounded by food trucks, sponsor lounges tucked into shipping containers stacked three stories high, and collaborative sessions, including some held aboard boats on the adjacent canal. It was designed to create dialogue between people.”. C2 Montréal’s “ball pools.”

Food and Beverage 49

Food and Beverage Hotels Sustainability Contracts 49

Guidebook

JANUARY 8, 2024

Research and Vendor Contracting Research potential venues to come up with a shortlist. Look into associated costs like food and beverage, AV, and parking – are these included, where can you negotiate? Check their availability and start working on a contract. Load/arrange transportation of all event items and equipment.

Event Planning 78

Event Planning Food and Beverage Social Media Insurance 78

Event Industry News

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

Creative teams briefed and contracted for sustainable sourcing and reuse for all sets, props and costumes used on the pageant. Independent Food Producers supported through “Mighty Small” 12,500 water bottles avoided through reusable bottles and water refill usage. Food Salvage. Food Composting. 675 t CO2e.

Sustainability 72

Sustainability Food and Beverage Transportation Travel 72

GEVME

JUNE 27, 2018

Explore available transportation modes, and ensure that people can easily reach the location by train, automobile, plane, or public transport. Ideally, include a question about transportation preferences on the registration form or a pre-event survey to get an understanding of what to expect. But what if you’re not so lucky?

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Conference Venues Food and Beverage Transportation 149