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A Unique Meetings Consolidation Model Grows

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Predictions of a mass consolidation of the meetings industry have been swirling since the World Health Organization started advising lockdowns in early 2020 to “smooth the curve” of what was then known as novel coronavirus. The post A Unique Meetings Consolidation Model Grows appeared first on Smart Meetings.

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When Venues Reopen, How to Know They’re Safe

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As COVID-19 wanes and people begin meeting again, what should planners know about precautions venues must take to ensure clean, safe spaces? Kenneth Bickerton is vice president of industrial hygiene and safety for Phase Associates LLC , a New Jersey-based consultancy for environmental, occupational health and safety challenges.

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National Association of Realtors Tackles Virtual Event Speaker Challenges

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Senator Tim Scott of South Carolina addresses the online audience for the virtual REALTORS® Legislative Meetings & Trade Expo. There was no chance that the event — REALTORS® Legislative Meetings & Trade Expo, scheduled for May in Washington, D.C. Speaker Contracts. Former New Jersey Gov. Bonnie Stetz.

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Planning International Events: Legal and Cultural Considerations

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Grimes of Grimes Law Offices, LLC in Philadelphia, spoke at MPI’s WEC 2016 in Atlantic City, New Jersey, about planning international events. Learn as much as you can about the culture of the country where you are planning your meeting in order to understand how they prefer to do business. Business Negotiations.

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Essential Tips for Beginning Event Planners

EventPlanning

Deposits and Contracts. Being new to the industry, you may not be aware of the common practice of first requiring a non-refundable retainer for your services. One of the most important things that you will need as an event planner is a CONTRACT! A contract will safeguard your business.

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ASAE Inspires in Salt Lake City

PCMA Convene

But neither brother showed any early promise as a high achiever, they told the audience at the opening keynote at ASAE’s 2016 Annual Meeting & Exposition , held at the Salt Palace Convention Center in Salt Lake City on Aug. Participants created their own sessions using Open Space techniques. Zero Tolerance’.

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Trending Now: The Day Of Wedding Coordinator

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A wedding planner’s tasks include the overall design and vision of wedding, keeping the couples within their budgets, contract negotiations, the hiring of vendors, as well as execution of the event vision on the day of the wedding. A full-service wedding planner basically handles everything for the couple, from start to finish.