QC Event School

APRIL 6, 2023

The Ultimate QC Event School Master List of Blog Resources Okay, let’s get to the reason you’re really here – all those invaluable blog resources at your disposal! Join QC Event School’s Virtual Classroom on Facebook today! Then you’ve guessed it – the articles listed below were hand-picked just for you!

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Corporate Events Social Media Consulting Event Planning 52

Endless Events

OCTOBER 8, 2019

You might want to put your best suit on because today we’re talking about hotel contract negotiations! And being a planner is stressful enough as it is, so when you add choosing a venue for your event to the equation, there’s a high probability your heart rate goes up. Tom Pasha (Resources & Templates).

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Negotiating Contracts Hotels Venues 70

Planning Pod

NOVEMBER 12, 2020

As a provider of venue management software ourselves, we often get asked how we compare with our competitors and what sets us apart. Which made us think that this is a question that almost everyone considering venue event management software asks at some point during their fact-finding and buying process. Sign up for a free trial.

Food and Beverage 148

Food and Beverage Venues Management 2021 148

Planning Pod

NOVEMBER 19, 2020

It’s fairly common for new wedding venues to use free software like Google Docs, Excel spreadsheets, e-calendars and email plus cost-saving tools like whiteboards, paper printouts and folders while landing their first bookings and gaining a foothold in the event industry. Michelle Sanabria – Wedding Coordinator at Hidden Barn Venue.

Venues 148

Venues Management Contracts Food and Beverage 148

The Planner's Lounge

OCTOBER 13, 2022

One of the first major decisions many wedding planners help their clients make is choosing a venue. All wedding planners have a list of their preferred venues, but sometimes your clients are looking for something different. If you find yourself touring new venues, watch out for some of these common red flags. À la carte pricing.

Venues 52

Venues Insurance Contracts Consulting 52

Planning Pod

JULY 6, 2023

You’re looking for a new venue management platform. Perfect Venue and Planning Pod have come up as two potential options geared towards the events industry but it’s difficult to compare software when it’s not always apples-to-apples. One of our most frequent questions is what sets us apart from competitors, including Perfect Venue.

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Venues Event Management Management Food and Beverage 78

Event Farm

FEBRUARY 23, 2022

The 2022 Event Safety Guide for in-person events is a downloadable resource that gathers all the knowledge accumulated from the Pandemic Compliance & Safety at Live Events virtual series hosted by Event Farm. Select your Safe Space (Location and Venue). Lock down Your Contracts. What is the 2022 Event Safety Guide?

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2022 Contracts Venues Events 246

Master the Event

APRIL 5, 2022

Conference Planning Resources – Why oh WHY!? Planning a conference includes way more than just booking a venue or two. Not only will this one act help save you time and money, it will provide an incredible and knowledgeable resource. Spotlight on Conference Planning Resources. Wondering how to plan a conference?

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Master the Event

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

Venues are a vital part of a meeting’s program. Typically event venues are used for the social components of a meeting. Often the venue is off-site, meaning that you are taking the group from their hotel to a specific venue for a specific function. The same can be said for proposing venues.

Venues 40

Venues Social Media Contracts Hotels 40

Stova

MAY 25, 2023

Selecting the best venue for your event is one of the most important decisions planners face. A well-chosen venue sets the tone, creates memorable experiences, and contributes to the overall success of you event. It’s a tall order, but with the right venue sourcing tools, it is possible to have it all. Leverage technology.

Venues 52

Venues Negotiating Contracts Travel 52

SmartMeetings

APRIL 1, 2024

DMCs are an untapped resource for meeting profs A Destination Management Company (DMC) could be the secret ingredient for meeting professionals cooking up their next event. Their close partnerships with local vendors and venues will bring a client’s vision to fruition by outsourcing logistics and creative research to local experts.

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Management Contracts Hotels Airlines 97

The Planner's Lounge

APRIL 20, 2023

Have you ever had a promising consultation with a prospective client, and then they decide to forgo a planner because their venue has an on-site coordinator? This is a common occurrence for some planners because the couples do not understand that a venue coordinator is NOT their personal planner.

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Education Insurance Venues Contracts 59

Prestige Events Magazine

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

With global business travel rebounding and expected to surpass pre-pandemic levels in 2024 , the company is preemptively offering complimentary hotel room block sourcing and contracting services to clients as an extension of that commitment. with a network of 39 locations across nine global cities.

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Hotels Contracts 2024 Negotiating 59

Endless Events

FEBRUARY 27, 2019

You’ve probably noticed a lot of fees when you are looking at venues. The venue AV charges really seem to pile up. But in order to negotiate venue AV charges, you must arm yourself with knowledge, strong negotiating skills, and the will to walk away if you need to. Video Transcription: Can I Negotiate Venue AV Charges?

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Negotiating Venues Contracts Sports 99

Capterra Event Management

JULY 25, 2017

Before those expectations are met, they must be clearly defined in an event planner contract, not only to establish certainty between you and your client, but to protect you from the ramifications of any obstacles that may come up. Here are the five things every event planner must include in their event planner contract.

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Contracts Event Management Event Planning Management 66

Master the Event

DECEMBER 10, 2023

Imagine not signing the venue contract, or making a deposit, and finding out that your date has been released. Event Planning Template/Event Checklist Resources Part of the function of MasterTheEvent.com is to provide tools and resources. And they all need to be approved, coordinated and assigned their respective duties.

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Event Planning Contracts Venues Events 75

Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 3, 2023

How can you word the hotel contract to protect your company? Look for Synergies When Booking Venues For corporate planners aiming to efficiently source for their next event, Shaffer offered up some initial tips. When it comes to utilizing the resources at a venue, it helps to know who is using the space before and after you.

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Negotiating Contracts Hotels Consulting 105

MeetingsNet

MARCH 1, 2024

Just Ask Siri Fitzpatrick notes that “it’s a CSM’s job to connect planners with the right partners and resources in the city for their specific needs. Some planners try to do things on their own, but we have the relationships with venues and vendors so that we can get answers more quickly.

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2027 Hotels Contracts 2024 98

Eventinterface

JULY 27, 2016

Dozens of factors go into the venue selection process. Meeting Planners need to make an informed decision based on what each venue has to offer in terms of accommodations, location, pricing and availability. Here are a few questions or issues to be aware of as you search for your next conference venue. Venues vary significantly.

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Venues Conference Negotiating Contracts 157

Attendease

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

This includes considering your internal resources (budget, stakeholders, event management software) and external resources (sponsors, vendors, partners). Make sure you have signed contracts in place at least three months out. Effective project management is crucial for seamless execution—AKA your sanity.

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Corporate Events Food and Beverage Social Media Event Management 195

Planning Pod

JULY 27, 2022

Here at Planning Pod, we build venue and event management software tools that help our customers close more business, so we want to do everything in our power to help them improve and grow. What are you looking for from a venue/planner? source: Spotio ). What kind of experience do you want for your guests/attendees?

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Venues Hospitality Contracts Events 103

SmartMeetings

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

High-tech Approach to Old-world Venue Conflict: Imagine a beautiful old building with vaulted ceilings gilded molding, polished hardwood floors and gleaming chandeliers in the heart of Washington, D.C. New Venue, No Site Visit Conflict: New and unusual venues in remote locations bring their own complexities.

2024 98

2024 Contracts Events Tech 98

Planning Pod

JANUARY 12, 2021

Opening an event venue comes with a long checklist of items that must be in place for a successful launch … and chances are, as a new event space entrepreneur, you’ve probably already read a dozen or so articles that have run you through the basics. Sign up for a free trial today!

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Venues Food and Beverage Social Media Marketing 148

Eventtia

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Tripleseat Tripleseat is a software company that delivers event management solutions for the hospitality industry, targeting restaurants, hotels, and venues. Additionally, Tripleseat provides features for online booking, guest management, and direct communication between venues and clients.

Hospitality 62

Hospitality Retail Sports Contracts 62

Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 1, 2022

For example, Unite Here used union contracts to protect more than 200,000 members from anti-LGBT discrimination before the 2020 Supreme Court ruling that included the LGBT community in the 1964 Civil Rights Act. Resources Made for Planners. Under the “Plan Events” tab, FairHotel has additional resources.

Hospitality 98

Hospitality Contracts Hotels Healthcare 98

Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 15, 2023

From finances to DEI and team building, 2023 was a year for support and education All of us at Smart Meetings and all of our contributors want to see each other thrive, which is why we frequently post strategy stories as a resource for all of us to learn from each other.

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2023 Financial Contracts Education 104

TicketBud

DECEMBER 5, 2023

To keep these flagship events at the forefront, plan ahead to book venues and secure highly sought out entertainers, speakers or vendors. The earlier you can sign a contract, the better chance you have of nailing down special rates. It can also open new opportunities for resources and cross-promotion.

Marketing 110

Marketing Negotiating Entertainment Sponsorships 110

Event Planning BluePrint

FEBRUARY 3, 2024

The Foundation of Every Event: Contracts At the very core of your event planning toolkit should be your event contracts. Contracts clarify the roles, responsibilities, and expectations of all parties involved, acting as a safeguard against the unforeseen. That’s what a good event planning guide does.

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Event Planning Sponsorships Contracts Sustainability 62

Guidebook

JANUARY 20, 2024

With a laundry list of expenses, it can be tempting to skip the planning and jump right into signing contracts with your vendors. It is always best to begin designing an event around your available resources and not vice versa. You can begin by listing out the items that are must-haves, like a venue or catering.

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Food and Beverage Contracts Sponsorships Event Apps 78

MeetingsNet

JANUARY 8, 2019

Price and availability are the main considerations when choosing a venue, but Tyra Hilliard, Esq., If you had to justify in court why you chose a particular venue, what would you say? Research crime information for the venue’s neighborhood on apps such as CrimeMapping. Risk-reduction actions for safer events in 2019.

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Venues Contracts Transportation Hotels 73

Eventmobi

MAY 17, 2023

media, venue); or they could be off-the-wall creative. Consider whether you’ll have the time and resources to implement sponsorship levels. To summarize, whether you need sponsorship levels will depend on your goals, your event’s size and scope, your resources, and your sponsors.

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Sponsorships 2023 Social Media Contracts 195

The Planner's Lounge

APRIL 17, 2024

Understanding Your Market: The importance of familiarizing yourself with the local market, connecting with vendors, venues, and building relationships within the industry was discussed. The importance of having legally sound contracts was also emphasized. A personal story emphasized the significance of putting oneself out there.

Financial 52

Financial Insurance Contracts Marketing 52

SmartMeetings

APRIL 13, 2021

For example, do you have the resources (labor and financial) to ensure the safety of your guests? Talk with your venue and supplier partners to ensure they are aligned with your position on event guidelines and that they, too, are prepared to mitigate risks. Finances and Contracting.

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Contracts Travel Trade Shows Sponsorships 129

Event Planning BluePrint

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

This involves a thorough assessment of every aspect of your event, from venue selection to vendor agreements. Venue and Location Risks Evaluate the venue for accessibility, security, and compliance with local regulations. This will help you focus your efforts on the most critical areas, ensuring efficient use of resources.

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Risk Management Management Sponsorships Contracts 62

Planning Pod

FEBRUARY 12, 2021

When people come to us in search of a venue management software solution , they often ask how Planning Pod compares to our competitors Tripleseat and Caterease. And these are necessary questions to ask in the early stages while you are researching event management software for your event venue, restaurant or hotel. Additional Fee.

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Management Venues Food and Beverage Contracts 78

Conferences that Work

MAY 14, 2018

But discovering the content wants and needs of participants at the event and satisfying them with the collective resources on the room is routinely possible and significantly improves the quality of your conference content. Mythodology: We can contract a venue for our meeting before we design it.

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Conference 2011 2014 Contracts 205

The Planner's Lounge

JANUARY 31, 2024

Connect with vendors, venues, and other wedding planners willing to chat. Many venues require proof of insurance from vendors, so it is better to have it in place from the start. Contract Creation Finally, one of the most important things you need to do is create contracts. Learn More and Get Instant Access!

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Insurance Contracts Social Media Financial 52