SmartMeetings

DECEMBER 13, 2019

So you’re about to organize an event. See also : Win at Negotiating AV Services with Hotels. Negotiate Your AV Costs Before Signing a Contract. In my experience, the cost to rent audiovisual equipment from a hotel or conference center is one of the more frustrating aspects of planning an event. Which leads to….

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Attendease

OCTOBER 19, 2021

We recently spoke to Lindsay Martin-Bilbrey, CEO at Nifty Method , about the concept of all-in-one event management software, why this concept is flawed, and what approach can tech providers and event planners take. Here are some key takeaways from the conversation with Lindsay, where she debunks the myth of all-in-one event tech.

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SmartMeetings

JANUARY 5, 2024

The hotel hosts hundreds of events annually and can’t adhere to every customer’s potentially different policy. To Do: Ask for all of your required elements at the beginning of a negotiation so all parties can come to a mutually beneficial agreement. Don’t layer yours on top because the hotel will just default to their own.

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Attendease

OCTOBER 19, 2021

We recently spoke to Lindsay Martin-Bilbrey, CEO at Nifty Method , about the concept of all-in-one event management software, why this concept is flawed, and what approach can tech providers and event planners take. Here are some key takeaways from the conversation with Lindsay, where she debunks the myth of all-in-one event tech.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 11, 2022

As an event professional you probably feel like you’ve spent more quality time with your event budget than you have your loved ones during the last two years. Here are my top 5 tips to effectively managing my budgets in the current event landscape. Melissa Park. Increasing Efforts on Client Education.

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Eventtia

OCTOBER 20, 2023

Creating a comprehensive event budget is crucial for ensuring the optimal performance of any type of event. It serves as a financial roadmap, providing a clear view of all expenses and revenues associated with the event. Quick note: This guide works for free-to-participate events.

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Endless Events

MARCH 2, 2023

As event professionals, we often reflect on our past experiences and wonder what we could have done differently. As experienced event profs, they would have lots of knowledge to share with their younger selves, but because they cannot, Arianna, Deanna, and Will share their advice for event professionals with you.

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MeetingsNet

JULY 9, 2021

In the breakout session led by Todd Schwartz, CMP, formerly a senior events marketing manager at McDermott+Consulting, 38 of the 55 attendees said they had more than a decade of planning experience. Schwartz told a story about how he once made the most of just $300 allotted for décor for an evening event. “I

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

Smart Meetings Extraordinary Experience focused on setting and reaching event goals When some of the most productive meeting professionals in the world meet in majestic The Westin La Paloma Resort & Spa in Tucson for three days of education, inspiration and networking, the experience has to be over the top. “We

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GEVME

JANUARY 15, 2019

There are no events without attendees. That is why it is vital for a planner to develop a list of attendees by using an events organizing system, which is an effective way to organize event planning workflow and a successful event campaign. They should be flawlessly registered and tracked during the large-scale events.

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Management Events

MAY 16, 2023

DO: Take time to network with vendors at industry events where you can have a relaxed conversation about the latest trends and challenges that isn’t necessarily set up as a sales pitch but more of an exploration and peer discussion. DO: Review the contract thoroughly and running it by your legal and compliance department before signing.

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Coterie Spark

MARCH 26, 2020

COVID-19 is here and is affecting events around the globe. We don’t have all the answers, but as a global meeting and event management firm with decades of collective experience on our team, we are uniquely positioned to help. The first step is to do a risk assessment of your events. Take a deep breath. So, let’s connect.

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Eventscase Blog

OCTOBER 24, 2023

It’s important to understand what corporate event planning is before we offer any relevant tips. In simple terms, corporate event planning is the process of organising events for a brand or business to achieve business goals. What Do Corporate Event Planners Do?

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ePly

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

You are an event planner. So, of course, your goal is to provide your attendees with an impactful, memorable event. Then it should show you how to conclude your event proposal, how to market it, and bring it to life. What Is an Event Proposal? What Is the Purpose of an Event Proposal? Where do you start and how?

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Guidebook

JANUARY 8, 2024

Managing events is stressful. You need an event planning checklist to support you from beginning to end. From picking a venue and speakers to ensuring you’ve sent out thank you notes and running a post-event debrief, there’s a lot to think about. Since no two events are the same, you’ll undoubtedly want to remove or add items.

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GEVME

APRIL 25, 2018

When organising a successful party or a business meeting for one of the most demanding category of event-goers, corporate staff, you need a well-laid-out plan. How do you manage your event team? Below, we’ve made a bold attempt to answer all of these questions and more in one comprehensive corporate event planning guide.

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GEVME

OCTOBER 28, 2018

Getting a celebrity to come to an event is now more popular than ever. By inviting a popular artist, you will not only add originality to any event but also create a special and festive atmosphere. There are some good reasons why you may want to get a celebrity to come to your event or even host it. What is a rider?

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Endless Events

APRIL 9, 2021

After more than a year of helping planners navigate the complex world of virtual events, we learned a thing or two about pain points. Over the course of these challenging months, many event profs came to us with a series of different problems and doubts. We get it – budgeting isn’t fun for anyone! Initial Considerations.

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Eventinterface

OCTOBER 19, 2017

Countless multilingual business meetings, conferences and events are conducted around the world daily, the success of which largely depends on attendees understanding each other. Broadly, interpreters ensure that communication between event participants who do not speak the same language is possible. THINK OF INTERPRETATION FIRST.

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Endless Events

JULY 26, 2019

Bad event WiFi can ruin your event. If you have bad WiFi your attendees might forget about all the great parts of your event and only remember the WiFi sucked. WiFi when they come to your event. We know event WiFi is important. We know event WiFi is important. But how do you have the best event WiFi?

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EventSource

NOVEMBER 1, 2021

For paper documents, scan and upload them using an app and store them with the rest of your digital files. This way you’re able to easily keep track of expenses and important documents, and can easily access them wherever you are. . Figure out your wishes from your needs.

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Event Industry News

MARCH 16, 2020

The Meetings Industry Association (mia) has launched guidance to the sector to assist contract negotiations and to help mitigate the impact of COVID-19 on trade. We want to keep events alive and continue to encourage organisers to book events for the future.

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GEVME

OCTOBER 28, 2018

Getting a celebrity to come to an event is now more popular than ever. By inviting a popular artist, you will not only add originality to any event but also create a special and festive atmosphere. There are some good reasons why you may want to get a celebrity to come to your event or even host it. What is a rider?

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EventBank Insights

JANUARY 22, 2019

[link] Making an event planning checklist is hard. Like, really hard.You don't know where to start, and you'd think the smallest events would be easier to manage, and for the most part, it's true, but then again every attendee counts, and engagement will need to be more personalized. Small Event Checklist - PDF Choose Type of Event ?

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The Planner's Lounge

APRIL 28, 2023

Most couples will have elements that are most important to their vision and the budget can be rearranged to give them their non-negotiables, and then costs can be cut elsewhere. Account for the Necessities As a planner, it is imperative to ensure that your couple is not forgetting any of the non-negotiable necessities.

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Endless Events

OCTOBER 25, 2022

It’s easy to get excited about sourcing speakers, finding sponsors, and booking your venue, but you can’t overlook an often-forgotten component of event planning: event branding. . Event branding is a must if you want tangible results from your event. But how do you brand an entire event? Branded messaging.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 11, 2018

On the heels of multiple studies showing that event professionals are increasingly being asked to do more with less, Smart Meetings asked a veteran planner for tips on how to create “wow” on a budget. Most properties will negotiate for a lower price if they can lock in the business for two or three years. Contracting. Preplanning.

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Eventtia

OCTOBER 9, 2023

Whether you’re on the brink of planning a first event or are a seasoned professional revising your event planning checklist, this guide aims to be your trusted roadmap. This article provides a comprehensive event planning checklist to help you manage every detail for a successful event, from start to finish.

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MeetingsNet

OCTOBER 29, 2018

A list of tech fundamentals that will help you align event needs and goals. Brought to you by: Being a successful meeting & event planner requires a multifaceted skillset—from people and project management to contract negotiation and technology prowess. A catch-all term that refers to the event's dedicated technician(s).

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 7, 2022

Editor’s note : This guest article is excerpted from the book, Event Success: Maximizing the Business Impact of In-Person, Virtual, and Hybrid Experiences by Alon Alroy, Eran Ben-Shushan and Boaz Katz, which will be published by Wiley March 29. For years, the event industry has operated on an “If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it,” approach.

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Planning Pod

JUNE 23, 2023

Whether you’re an event venue, a professional event organizer, or the de-facto event planner for your organization, creating the best experience for potential attendees can feel overwhelming—especially with event industry statistics suggesting that we’ll see the return of full in-person live events in the upcoming year.

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Endless Events

NOVEMBER 29, 2021

2022 is going to be our best year yet; we’ve embraced exciting new event technology and hybrid events as the way of the future! If 2020 was a year of pivoting and learning about virtual events, 2021 was a year of putting that knowledge to the test. Which virtual event platform features to look for? The result?

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GEVME

JUNE 2, 2020

In the second episode, ‘ The Rise of the Digital Event Manager ‘ of our ‘ Digital Event Series ’, our guest speaker Katya E, Director of Events at Product School shared her experience on digital events and provided us with actionable insights she learnt from being a digital event manager.

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Hubilo Blog

AUGUST 30, 2018

Short lead times for event planners, is an opinionated topic. While some event planners and event professionals view this as an opportunity, others view it as a planning risk and a rushed task. . Let’s hear it from the event professionals, and then discuss the pros and cons of both the angles. It’s a game changer.?—?

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SevenEvents

MAY 26, 2023

planning an event can be a considerable task, whether it’s a small drinks reception or a large-scale conference. to help you navigate the event planning process with ease, the experts from seven events, a UK event management company, have compiled a list of ten invaluable tips from our UK experts.

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Eventtia

APRIL 18, 2022

Are you currently planning your very first event and are looking for help? Whether you are planning a traditional in-person event, a virtual event, or a hybrid event, in this guide, we’ll share an actionable and comprehensive checklist you can easily follow when planning an event. We’ve got your back.

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EventUp

AUGUST 4, 2020

Site visits are an essential part of planning your event - unfortunately, they are not always the most economical trips to convince your boss to let you take. You’ll be saving money, time, and getting a jump on your next event!) I personally prefer videos to capture more of the venue’s look and feel. Also, take notes!

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