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?” Attracting younger attendees.

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QC Event School

DECEMBER 1, 2022

Additionally, we plan to utilize social media platforms such as Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, and Twitter to reach our target market.” Step #11: Get on Social Media. By the same extension, social media is an invaluable tool for connecting with potential clients and getting your business out there.

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MeetingsNet

JANUARY 8, 2019

An effective communication plan can help spread information during an emergency, or even shut down an incident before it becomes a crisis, for example, by monitoring social media it is sometimes possible to resolve a situation with a disgruntled attendee before an issue goes viral. For meetings outside the U.S.,

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Social Tables

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

Have you ever attended a birthday party, holiday gathering, or business meeting at a restaurant? As the demand for private events grows and booking windows get shorter, more customers are looking for restaurant event spaces that meet their needs. Promoting events on social media will help spread the word.

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SmartMeetings

SEPTEMBER 29, 2017

How can you ensure that the snaps are up to par at your next meeting or event? Live Coverage via Social Media. Knowledge of the latest social media features. Access to and familiarity with your company’s social media channels and strategy. Typically, this is assigned to an individual on your team.

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QC Event School

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

Mistake #6: Not having a contract. It’s always essential to have a well-written, legally binding contract when you’re working with vendors and clients. A comprehensive contract should contain: Information about the services being provided Compensation Payment schedules Cancellation policies, etc.

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Eventtia

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

This guide aims to simplify the process by offering a step-by-step framework on how to identify the event planning platform that meets your requirements. Event marketing and promotion tools help organizers promote their events through email campaigns, social media integration, and analytics.

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SmartMeetings

NOVEMBER 20, 2019

Their first recommendation was to ask yourself these three questions before you start to plan—and refer to them when you’re making decisions. You’ll want to be sure meeting your goal is best served by a live event before you decide to put one on. Know what you have to offer (social media hits and access to attendees, for example).

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SpotMe Blog

JUNE 13, 2023

That’s why we’ve created a list of examples of the top pharmaceutical meeting planning companies we have experience with. Pharma meeting planners are experts in social media marketing, email campaigns, media partnerships, and more to maximize HCP attendance and participation. It is not for commercial purposes.

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QC Event School

JULY 7, 2023

Meet QC Event School graduate, Ayla Otto! Meeting and working alongside other wedding vendors; some of whom have now became really good friends of mine! In fact, I now have that specifically added into my contract (that I do not do “clean up” at venues anymore). Social media, social media, social media!

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Planning Pod

JULY 7, 2020

Some typical paper trail items you should make digital include: Client or vendor contracts. Contracts and other agreements can be sent and signed digitally. Having a standard style for proposals, contracts, invoices, etc. Don’t battle busy schedules just to grab a signature.

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Eventtia

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

This guide aims to simplify the process by offering a step-by-step framework on how to identify the event planning platform that meets your requirements. Event marketing and promotion tools help organizers promote their events through email campaigns, social media integration, and analytics.

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Planning Pod

SEPTEMBER 12, 2022

Not only can a designer help you achieve a beautiful, on-brand aesthetic, but an experienced one can also help you anticipate what your building will need to meet your event space needs, saving you expensive mistakes and future renovation needs. “My Leverage social media. Don’t skimp on a website,” warns Monique. “It

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Social Tables

DECEMBER 13, 2016

Collect References Overseas. When it comes to industry terms the Convention Industry Council’s APEX Industry glossary is worth referring to. APEX may also be a good reference point when it comes to contracts, however, the quality and availability of equivalent resources for other regions is inconsistent.

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Showclix

JUNE 9, 2020

The best place to reach your existing (and new) audience is where they’re already spending their time: social media. Encourage your customers to share their personal referral code via social media to build up their points, and boost your event awareness in the process! Social Media. Testimonials.

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The Castle Group

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

A freelance event professional might be your best option when you are looking to fill a staffing gap, manage a small-scale meeting, or have a small budget. Make sure to require a formal contract and ensure all terms, policies, and pricing are clear and align with your expectations before signing. of past events.

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QC Event School

NOVEMBER 22, 2022

Social media accounts for your party planning business. It’ll also serve as a reference guide if ever need to make changes down the line. Build Your Business Website and Social Media Presence. Social Media Accounts. Well, the best way to network is to attend industry events and meet-ups.

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Eventtia

OCTOBER 9, 2023

Agree upon the KPIs to track the event’s performance, including customer footfall, social media mentions, number of sales, and more. In retail, you can plan teaser ads, social media campaigns, or influencer partnerships. Event Social Profiles: Set up or adapt social media profiles for your event.

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QC Event School

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

Mistake #6: Not having a contract. It’s always essential to have a well-written, legally binding contract when you’re working with vendors and clients. A comprehensive contract should contain: Information about the services being provided Compensation Payment schedules Cancellation policies, etc.

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Planning Pod

JANUARY 12, 2021

Planning Pod’s all-in-one platform gives new event facilities 20+ easy-to-use tools to set up systems for managing booking calendars, sales, client communications, contracts, billing, payments and more. Then, be prepared to meet those needs as you put together your business plan and buildout plan.”. Sign up for a free trial today!

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PCMA Convene

MARCH 1, 2018

The contract — signed just before Brazil slid into the worst economic crisis in its history — stipulated that MCI would receive its full financial compensation if it helped meet the profit goal of one million Brazilian reals (approximately $300,000). Our president had the very interesting idea to attend the BRICS SPINE meeting.

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QC Event School

JULY 7, 2023

Meet QC Event School graduate, Ayla Otto! Meeting and working alongside other wedding vendors; some of whom have now became really good friends of mine! In fact, I now have that specifically added into my contract (that I do not do “clean up” at venues anymore). Social media, social media, social media!

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Planning Pod

JULY 9, 2021

For this reason, we always recommend that wedding professionals set up a free trial when possible in order to see for themselves if a platform can meet their needs. Proposals & Contracts. Email Integration. Centralized Email Inbox. Online Client Portal w/ Payments. Lead Management w/ Contact Webform. Contact CRM Manager.

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Planning Pod

JANUARY 25, 2017

Social media marketing/mentions. Manage sponsor contracts and collect e-signatures. So your first outward action should be to reach out to them to see if they would be interested in sponsoring and, if not, if they can refer anyone to you who might be interested. On-stage announcements. Website marketing. Email marketing.

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QC Event School

OCTOBER 24, 2022

Hiring and coordinating vendor contracts. When you’re meeting with potential planners, be sure to ask about their fee structure so you have a clear understanding of what you’ll be expected to pay. Do you have a list of references I can contact? Developing a wedding day timeline. Selecting and reserving the venue.

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Stova

MARCH 17, 2023

Introduction Every year, executives are tasked with reimagining the machine in a way that meets the aspirations of the CEO, and the constraints of the CFO. Three cost-saving tactics executives are currently deploying to make their event budget plan: Controlling costs on hotel rooms, meeting rooms, food and beverage, concessions, and travel.

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SmartMeetings

AUGUST 11, 2017

If the event entertainment wasn’t directly recommended to you, try to get references from past clients. A few things you might want to include requesting are a question-answer session, social media posts, meet-and-greet and merchandise. So you found the perfect band for your demographic—now what? Also, do your homework.

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GEVME

JANUARY 27, 2020

However, APEX/ASTM Environmentally Sustainable Event Standards or ASTM Green Meeting Standards (the short form) was conceptualized in order to help other event planners to understand the kind of practices that should be put to use to organize a sustainable meeting and reduce event waste. Meeting Venue. Communications.

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QC Event School

DECEMBER 30, 2022

Include testimonials or references from previous clients, if possible. It’s important to understand who you’re writing for, what their needs are, and how you can meet them. We have extensive experience in the tech industry and are confident that we can create a unique event that meets all of your expectations.

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Certain

JUNE 29, 2017

The centerpiece of any conference, company meeting, or special event is the keynote speaker. If you want your speaker to remain after the speaking session to interact with the audience, ensure you set that expectation and include this in the contract. Is your speaker a social media maven? Check references.

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Socio Events

MARCH 21, 2023

In the world of business marketing, B2B events offer a tried-and-true channel for wowing your target audience, meeting potential clients, and raising brand awareness. B2B event marketing, by extension, refers to the discipline of leveraging B2B events for business marketing and promotional purposes. The short answer: none at all.

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EventPlanning

MARCH 15, 2017

Schedule a time to meet with the couple to map out a budget. If they have set a budget, still meet to review it. Once the venue is selected, and a deposit is paid, review the contract and keep track of when the balance of the payment is due, which is usually one month to two weeks before the wedding date. 10 – 12 Months.

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Event Planning BluePrint

JUNE 6, 2018

If you consistently see a negative comment referring to their poor organization or lack of communication, advertise that you are extremely organized and respond promptly to all inquiries – provided you actually do. How you will introduce new services, boost sales, entering into long-term contracts, raising prices, enhance services.

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EventPlanning

FEBRUARY 10, 2017

If the venue is one that you’ve used before, and the owner was pleased with the décor you provided their client with, you can go one step further and ask if they can post pictures of your work on their social media page. Engage your social media friends with tips, photos and videos regarding your event business.

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Planning Pod

FEBRUARY 12, 2021

To help give you a good reference point, we wanted to offer an overview of each platform’s key strengths, weaknesses and pricing as well as who is the ideal user for each product. Sales Documents & Tools (Proposals, Contracts, etc.). Customizable Lead Intake Webform (for Your Website). Additional Fee. Additional Fee ($24/month).

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SmartMeetings

MAY 25, 2017

11 questions from Alan Kleinfeld’s Smart Meetings financial and insurance webinar. In a world of heightened security awareness , Arrive Management Group’s Alan Kleinfeld found himself answering a lot of event planner questions during the Smart Meetings webinar on Security May 25. We hold a lot of our meetings internationally.

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SpotMe Blog

SEPTEMBER 1, 2022

Artificial Intelligence (AI) refers to computer systems that simulate human intelligence. App is short for ‘application’, which refers to a software program developed for a specific purpose. Attendance tracking refers to the process of monitoring the journey attendees take before, during, and after events.

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