Event Guru

MARCH 6, 2024

Data Governance: Centralizing data management can help in implementing and enforcing data governance policies more effectively. Vendor Management: Simplified Vendor Relationships: Dealing with fewer software vendors simplifies the management of relationships, contracts, and negotiations.

Negotiating 40

Negotiating Government Contracts Sports 40

The MICE

JUNE 3, 2022

So we negotiated client-friendly terms for all cancelled trips under very good conditions, and for all projects which were upcoming, that the payment would be postponed as well. For example, my colleague called the government of a destination to ask how long the fully vaccinated status remains valid, and they had no answer.

Travel 65

Travel Negotiating Sustainability Airlines 65

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.

Financial 82

Financial Insurance Meetings Food and Beverage 82

Capterra Event Management

APRIL 25, 2017

Green Events/Sustainability. Resources: Registering your business online with State and Federal governments. Preventing a lawsuit or a government investigation is far cheaper than the fees (often costing more than $50,000 ) associated with breaking the law, even if you’re missing something as benign as a zoning permit.

Event Planning 100

Event Planning Insurance Contracts Event Management 100

Event Guru

MAY 5, 2023

Event planners must work closely with both the non-profit organization and the artists’ management to negotiate contracts and ensure that everyone is aligned on the event’s goals and expectations. A critical aspect of organizing successful non-profit concerts and performances is securing the right talent.

Sports 40

Sports Fashion Entertainment Education 40

SpotMe Blog

DECEMBER 7, 2023

Strategically source vendors and negotiate contracts to reduce expenses. First, establish a governance model with clear roles and responsibilities. This includes policies for meeting approvals, risk management, accessibility, and sustainability. Reduce Event Costs Take a data-driven approach to optimize your event budget.

Management 130

Management Meetings Risk Management Technology 130

PCMA Convene

MARCH 6, 2019

Hotels were a recurring topic, as planners noted a decrease in the ability to negotiate contracts, along with pressures associated with lowered commissions and increased competition for space. Ample workforce … government regulations! Contracts and dealing with our volunteers. Hotel negotiations. Sustainability.

Food and Beverage 91

Food and Beverage Meetings Negotiating Hotels 91