Event Guru

MARCH 6, 2024

A software that allows for unlimited events as well as unlimited seats is a smart move if you are a large venue that organizes many events. Vendor Management: Simplified Vendor Relationships: Dealing with fewer software vendors simplifies the management of relationships, contracts, and negotiations.

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 1, 2022

They negotiate for higher wages, improved benefits including retirement plans and family healthcare, job training, due process and safety concerns. Unite Here created FairHotel to assist meeting and event planners in choosing a union hotel or venue. Many of Unite Here’s goals concern taking care of their hospitality workers.

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The Castle Group

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

Working with an agency can help save time and money due to the company’s efficiencies, negotiating expertise, and vendor relationships/purchasing power. 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.

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Endless Events

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

Even if you’re not talking about changing cities, sometimes trying to find that independent third-party venue might save you a ton.” Yeah, the venue’s location is another great point,” says Brandt. “So They might help you negotiate with the union because you’re in a union city this year. It isn’t going to work.

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ePly

MARCH 26, 2024

As you proceed through your event planning checklist, you will… Set a Budget It may be difficult or even impossible to finalize a firm budget before undertaking key event planning considerations such as venue selection and program creation. First and foremost, this means choosing a suitable event venue.

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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. We are not in this business, but everybody is used to negotiating things, to talking about things in online meetings. You always need a backup.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 28, 2021

and accessibility; Innovation and tech; Business recovery, Contract negotiations, Personal branding and Sustainability.?. EIC People & Planet Village will bring together sustainability, social and diversity efforts in one central place on the show floor. Get reservations if scheduling lunches or dinners.

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SmartMeetings

AUGUST 8, 2019

Be clear about your goals to determine what destinations or venues will be the perfect fit and the right time of year—summer in the U.S. Negotiate Carefully. International contracts for vendors and venues could require different negotiation tactics than in the U.S. is not the warm season in Australia.

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Eventsforce

SEPTEMBER 3, 2019

This means that planners need to ask searching questions of venues that go beyond relying on the information that is shown on the venue website or in the brochure. It’s also imperative that planners ask the right questions of venues. you need to know whether it is at the venue or a 10 minute walk away. This is crucial.

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Eventscase Blog

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

The contract renewals we have closed in recent weeks are a testament of our clients’ trust in our team. Coinciding with our anniversary, negotiations began to achieve this latest round of investment that we have made public this week. We are also very thankful that our internal efforts are paying off year by year. NEW ROUND OF FUNDING.

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Eventsforce

OCTOBER 14, 2019

With a wide range of easily accessible transport links, and a large choice of potential venues, it could easily be the perfect place for your next meeting. We’ve put together the key commonly asked questions below, and followed this up with a bit more information on some great Liverpool venues. How many delegates will be attending?

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PCMA Convene

APRIL 2, 2018

But the phone-tag negotiations moved at the speed of molasses. You’d leave voicemails and hope they’d call you back, then end up with 10 phone calls between the RFP and the contract. A SUSTAINABLE MODEL. On average, there are 20-30 venues for each city, plus the nation’s first directory of restaurants with private dining rooms.

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Eventsforce

SEPTEMBER 3, 2019

This means that planners need to ask searching questions of venues that go beyond relying on the information that is shown on the venue website or in the brochure. It’s also imperative that planners ask the right questions of venues. you need to know whether it is at the venue or a 10 minute walk away. This is crucial.

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The Castle Group

JULY 18, 2023

Research from the Lime Venue portfolio shows that “the average event wastes between 15% and 20% of the food it produces.” If food donation is a factor in selecting cities or event venues for consideration, it should be included in your RFP and later negotiated as a clause in your contract.

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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. When Marriott-owned organizations are the only game in town, your choices and the ability to negotiate goes down to zero. Sustainability.

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SevenEvents

MAY 26, 2023

from selecting the right venue to managing logistics and ensuring attendee satisfaction, there are numerous aspects to consider. take the time to estimate expenses for each aspect, including venue, theming, catering and audiovisual equipment. consider factors such as capacity, location, amenities, and ambience. to find out more.

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Conference Care

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

So not withstanding my previous admission, I approached my initial research with an open mind and started venue searches with three of the leading platforms available. Some of the venues featured even had reviews which is always nice to see. There was the ability to look for sustainable options although definitions do vary.

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SpotMe Blog

JUNE 13, 2023

Things like target audience, messaging, venue selection, and budget are all part of the planning process. Logistics management: From booking the venue to arranging travel and accommodation for attendees and speakers, experienced pharma event planners handle all the logistical details. This minimizes risk to your organization and brand.

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Hubilo Blog

OCTOBER 15, 2021

Negotiate contracts with various vendors, hotels, caterers, and speakers. After understanding the client’s needs, you need to finalize the venue and/or the virtual event platform based on the event theme, the number of attendees, and the budget. Bring in sustainable and green elements into the event. Decide the theme.

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Bizzabo

NOVEMBER 25, 2019

This is a great podcast for those looking for information on the latest happenings in events and meetings including: sustainability initiatives, inclusion and diversity, and innovative technologies that help enable better events. EventLab is produced by Hire Space, a UK-based venue booking website. GatherGeeks. PlannersPod.

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Stova

MARCH 16, 2023

That means you will know the most efficient way to source your meeting venue, what event software to use, how to properly budget for your event, and finally how to measure your total meeting spend and return. Here’s how to source a meeting venue that is perfect for your attendees, budget, and organization.

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SmartMeetings

APRIL 3, 2020

Overall, uniqueness and the “wow” experience were the most influential factors in planners’ selection of a venue for ancillary activities, according to the FICP’s fall survey. “As Keep in mind that negotiation doesn’t have to be about lowering the price if you can get additional services thrown into a deal. hours,” says Huggins.

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ePly

JANUARY 27, 2024

The world of event planning experiences success not just through having a great venue or a top-notch speaker line-up – it’s about getting the word out and drawing a crowd. An event marketing plan is integral for tying this all together into one magical experience.

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Eventtia

OCTOBER 9, 2023

What should you do when the venue you’ve booked becomes unavailable? Here’s how to structure your budget considerations: Allocate funds for venue and infrastructure. Negotiate terms. Provide essential information: Mention the date, time, and venue. Negotiate mutually beneficial terms. Initiate conversations.

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Capterra Event Management

APRIL 25, 2017

Venue Selection. Green Events/Sustainability. If you are able to negotiate beneficial contracts with your vendors, you will minimize your need to store resources. Is Event Planning Right for You? International Institute of Event Management (IIEM). Price: $345 – $875. Topics: Budgeting. Wedding Planning Strategy.

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Event Guru

MAY 5, 2023

These services typically include event concept development, budgeting, logistic management, venue selection, vendor coordination, onsite event management, and post-event evaluations. This may involve selecting suitable venues, coordinating catering, managing budgets, and ensuring that all necessary resources are available.

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SmartMeetings

FEBRUARY 1, 2018

And while some brands tried to gain market share by actually raising commissions in the wake of the announcement, he doesn’t see that as sustainable. “Marriott was the first, and they got a black eye, but it will be difficult for planners to stop placing business there—because they are everywhere,” he says.

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SpotMe Blog

DECEMBER 7, 2023

Gone are the days of simply executing logistical tasks and coordinating venues and catering. Strategically source vendors and negotiate contracts to reduce expenses. This includes policies for meeting approvals, risk management, accessibility, and sustainability. Fourth, focus on data-driven decision-making.

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PCMA Convene

JULY 31, 2016

From stories about fax machines to photos of 3D projection mapping, from advice about negotiating piles of paperwork to a roundtable discussion among female CEOs, we’ve gone from serving an industry in its infancy to one that has come of age. Does a planner’s attitude make a difference when negotiating with hotels?” The Ethics of Fams.

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