SmartMeetings

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

It can also be effectively used by meeting and event teams of all sized to deliver better end products. Effective procurement strategies not only ensure that companies get the best value for their money but also play a role in risk management, innovation and corporate social responsibility.

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TicketBud

DECEMBER 13, 2023

According to a recent Maritz Industry Trends Report , most meeting expenses are up over 20 percent since before the pandemic. Event budgets also act as a risk management tool. To create a robust budget that meets financial constraints and aligns with the event’s goals, start with the basics: Establish event objectives.

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Eventinterface

JULY 11, 2017

As we speak with meeting and event professionals for our Interviews with Planners series, we continue to be amazed by the variety of books that help these talented professionals in their jobs as planners. See what other meeting planners read to help them excel in their careers. GET YOUR COPIES TODAY. Save Save.

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SmartMeetings

MARCH 27, 2020

Meeting professionals who use a slow-down in face-to-face meetings due to coronavirus (COVID-19) containment measures to work on their skills will be prepared to thrive when a new events marketplace emerges after the all-clear sign. Event & Meeting Management Fundamentals Starts March 31. Upcoming Courses.

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MeetingsNet

JANUARY 8, 2019

Risk-reduction actions for safer events in 2019. How safe are your meetings and events? Here are some action items and ideas that you can implement at whatever stage of your meeting you are in, from Choosing a Location or Venue, to negotiating The Contract , or creating a Communications Policy. Then one more.” .

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Event Planning BluePrint

OCTOBER 30, 2022

With over 10 event planning courses to choose from, QC Events School can meet your specific needs. . The New Playbook for In-Person Events: Enhancing the Experience While Managing the Risk. When Virtual meets In-Person: How to run a successful Hybrid Event. Negotiating with Vendors. contract negotiations, and.

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Event Planning Negotiating Advertising Contracts 62

SmartMeetings

APRIL 3, 2020

Meetings in the financial and insurance sector require outside-the-box thinking. The economy was humming along before the coronavirus hit, but even then the majority of meeting planners in the financial and insurance industries were keeping their budgets in neutral. Financial and insurance meetings in the U.S.

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Management Events

MAY 16, 2023

Take time to meet with representatives from different solution providers and engage in open communication. Strategically Negotiate Contract Terms During this critical part of the vendor selection process, be strategic. DO: Review the contract thoroughly and running it by your legal and compliance department before signing.

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Eventtia

DECEMBER 16, 2022

Certified Meeting Professional. A certified meeting professional (CMP) is a credentialed designation granted by the Convention Industry Council after passing an exam and was founded in 1985 to recognize the specialized knowledge and experience required of meeting professionals. Fee Structure. CMP Application submission fee $250.

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SmartMeetings

MAY 5, 2017

It can be challenging for those in the meeting planning profession, but looking on the bright side really does pay off. Plus, bleisure travelers know that stays can always be extended, either before or after meetings and events. The post 7 Great Perks of Being an Eventprof appeared first on Smart Meetings.

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Risk Management Negotiating Travel Contracts 80

PCMA Convene

MARCH 7, 2017

In addition to data about quantifiable things like the size, frequency, costs, and types of meetings, our Annual Meetings Market Survey also captures a wealth of data in the form of comments in response to a series of open-ended questions. Last week we published comments about the meeting industry’s biggest challenges.

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PCMA Convene

JUNE 13, 2016

THE 36,000-FOOT VIEW Liz King focuses on giving her interns wide exposure to the meetings industry as a whole. THE ART OF THE DEAL Ogbeide sees negotiation experience as essential. They have to be able to manage a contract,” he said, “depending on the kind of meeting they’re having.”. How do you identify a risk?”.

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QC Event School

APRIL 6, 2023

What Businesses Look for in a Corporate Event Planner Internal Events 101 External Events 101 Overcoming the Seven Deadly Sins of Event Management Event Decorating Resources: Attention, students and grads of QC Event School’s Event Decor Course ! Don’t Be Fooled by These 6 Shady Online Event Planning School Tricks! Why Choose QC?

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PCMA Convene

MAY 31, 2016

Bureau of Labor Statistics predicted a 10-percent increase in the number of meeting-and-event-planning jobs by 2024. CHME, CHSP, CMP, CHE, who in addition to teaching classes at Metropolitan State University of Denver, serves as a faculty adviser for the school’s hospitality, tourism, and events management department. “In

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Negotiating Hospitality Contracts Risk Management 68

SpotMe Blog

DECEMBER 7, 2023

Strategic meetings management is a concept that’s over 20 years old but has recently taken on a new form. The meetings and events industry has evolved, and planners now have a seat at the omnichannel table, where data-driven insights and attendee experiences are top of mind. The time for strategic meetings management is now.

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QC Event School

APRIL 6, 2023

What Businesses Look for in a Corporate Event Planner Internal Events 101 External Events 101 Overcoming the Seven Deadly Sins of Event Management Event Decorating Resources: Attention, students and grads of QC Event School’s Event Decor Course ! Don’t Be Fooled by These 6 Shady Online Event Planning School Tricks! Why Choose QC?

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PCMA Convene

MARCH 6, 2019

In the 28th Annual Meetings Market Survey, respondents listed rising food and beverage costs as a major challenge. As part of the 28th Annual Meetings Market Survey, we asked respondents a handful of open-ended questions, including: “What is the biggest challenge facing the meetings industry today?” All material © 2019 by PCMA.

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MeetingsNet

MAY 18, 2023

Here’s what happened and what meeting pros can learn from it. The Philadelphia Marriott Downtown’s decision to host the Moms for Liberty national convention has lawmakers asking questions, and raises important risk management issues for meeting professionals to consider. Industry lawyer Joshua L. Grimes, Esq.

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