SmartMeetings

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

Sloan sets her sights on the wave of fees now popping up at venues, hotels and resorts for things that were included in the past. Read More : Top Business Travel Trends Coming in 2024 She is having some success throwing out “event planning fees,” which have recently started showing up.

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Stova

MARCH 17, 2023

The Event Planner's Guide to Venue Sourcing and the RFP Process This guide examines a shift event professionals are experiencing in negotiation power with venues. We'll show you how to get the most out of strategy, opportunities, and tools available to strike the best deal with venues.

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Event Leadership Institute

DECEMBER 10, 2018

Being the person that speaks up at a holiday event planning meeting and addresses tough, valid and scary concerns around the safety and well-being of your guests, could earn you the nickname Ebenezer Scrooge, but rest assured you will soar to the top of the “nice” list when you save Christmas! Event Insurance.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 14, 2022

There’s been a lot of bumping of meetings and events, Dominguez reported. That has lead some planners to create robust force majeure cancellations clauses, but he warned that they could be as much a risk as a cushion to events. Treasury Department would cover the rest if the event is canceled. Forward Steps, Together.

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Event Leadership Institute

AUGUST 5, 2019

We’re considering a high-end museum for our upcoming client event. Alternative Venues 101. Museums are a type of alternative venue, which we define as a venue whose main purpose and design is for something other than events. This “invitation pull”, can result in higher attendance than a traditional venue.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 5, 2022

Even as in-person meetings continue to reemerge with a vengeance, virtual meetings have taken a primary position in the event professional toolbox. The demand for the convenience and flexibility of virtual events isn’t going anywhere,” he said upon the release of the company’s “ Hybrid Event Planning in 2022: The Complete Guide.”.

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Eventtia

APRIL 18, 2022

By following this checklist, you can be sure to remember all the details necessary for a successful event, as well as keep track of the timelines surrounding the event planning process. Complete Checklist to Hosting an Event. Phase 1: Planning and Preparation. For in-person events) secure your venue.

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Stova

MARCH 17, 2023

This comprehensive guide created for event strategy best practices outlines the four levels of connections required to be a best-in-class meetings and events team. Event Strategy Framework What is the Difference Between Event Planning and Meeting Planning? What is Event Planning?

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Master the Event

APRIL 6, 2022

When you sit back and look at what’s required to plan and execute a program you really start to understand why a meeting planner would hire a third-party for assistance. A destination management company (“DMC”), for instance, is design to help a meeting planner find the proper venues and suppliers to match the event’s criteria.

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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. We suggest tailoring your checklist to fit your event.

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Eventtia

MAY 13, 2022

While this doesn’t have to be set in stone, you can start planning the high-level details of your event, including but not limited to: The type of the event (auctions, gala, trade expo, etc.) You should choose the type of event that may attract your prospective donors while at the same time can help you achieve your goals.

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Smart Meetings

JULY 15, 2022

For over 30 years Huston has been a leader in hospitality and food and beverage management. Corporate event planning company PRA appointed Kelly global sales director. The hospitality, events and restaurants group Barton G. appointed Caldwell president of events, experiential marketing and development.

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Socio Events

AUGUST 4, 2021

Determine your event budget during the initial planning phases and ensure all stakeholders sign off and agree on the numbers. When budgeting, pay special attention to the high-priced items such as the venue, food, activities, entertainment, and technology. Assemble Focused Event Management and Planning Committees.

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Planning Pod

FEBRUARY 8, 2017

Often we as event professionals think of the attendee experience first – like food-and-beverage, venue location, speaker and entertainment considerations – and then tack on event security much later. In fact, we often approach it much like we do insurance.

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Eventtia

JANUARY 11, 2022

A live event, as we know, is an event hosted in a physical venue with in-person attendance. A virtual event, on the other hand, is an event hosted exclusively online to online attendees, typically with the help of a virtual event platform. Planning a Hybrid Event: Step-by-Step Guide.

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Socio Events

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

Event planning is full of surprises, which is why it pays to be ten steps ahead. Whether it’s marketing to attendees and driving registration or establishing a budget and securing a venue, event planners need to navigate a host of responsibilities—each one as important as the last. Before you start planning.

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EventSource

FEBRUARY 6, 2020

Great food, great wine, and the greatest people. ” – Melissa, Lustre Events. Fab Fête Event Planning Boutique. “Carmela and Gilad’s gorgeous, lakeside cottage wedding was definitely one of our favourite events from last season! ” – Tamara and Michelle, Fab Fête Event Planning Boutique.

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Eventtia

OCTOBER 20, 2022

Planning an event can be overwhelming with all the different moving parts and challenges. In this guide, we’ll share an event planning template you can use to easily plan your next event. Event Planning Template: Checklist and Timeline. Shortlist potential venue selections.

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Planning Pod

FEBRUARY 8, 2017

Often we as event professionals think of the attendee experience first – like food-and-beverage, venue location, speaker and entertainment considerations – and then tack on event security much later. In fact, we often approach it much like we do insurance. Try it FREE today >> 4.

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Canadian Special Events

NOVEMBER 16, 2016

Location, Location, Location is known to be a real estate agent’s mantra but it applies to event planners as well. Selecting the venue for your event is one of the most critical decisions you will make. In addition, the professionalism and flexibility of the venue staff can greatly impact the success of your event.

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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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Planning Pod

APRIL 12, 2020

The same can be said for event planning. If you try to create an event that makes all audiences happy by including every idea and activity under the sun, then it doesn’t have any clarity and won’t resonate with anyone. Step 3 – Establish a realistic event budget. Event Income.

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Eventtia

MAY 11, 2022

Or are you looking for ways to improve your next event? In this guide, we will discuss all you need to know about planning and hosting an event: the basics and beyond. Event planning as an industry has dramatically evolved at an accelerated pace, especially due to the global COVID-19 pandemic throughout 2020 and 2021.

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Bizzabo

JUNE 4, 2021

With this glossary, you can confidently manage your in-person event experiences, equipped with all the knowledge you need to communicate with your onsite and virtual teams. If you're looking for more resources as you plan your live events, download the Live Event Production Kit. A La Carte. Attrition Fees. Banquet Round.

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Stova

MARCH 17, 2023

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. Consolidating technology into an end-to-end event automation platform. Food How much will food cost?

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Bizzabo

MARCH 19, 2020

Planning an event in Des Moines? Then you'll definitely want to check out these top-ranking event venues! What began as a simple fort, built to control local Native American tribes, eventually blossomed into a bustling city with strong ties to the insurance, financial, publishing, and, of course, farming industries.

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Planning Pod

AUGUST 16, 2022

If you work in the event planning industry and have to configure and collect event registrations and ticket sales via online forms, you know how quickly things can get complicated and chaotic. Of course, the ticket price should cover the costs of the event while generating a profit. Event insurance.

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Planning Pod

AUGUST 16, 2022

If you work in the event planning industry and have to configure and collect registrations and ticket sales via online forms, you know how quickly things can get complicated and chaotic. Once you determine what categories of tickets make sense for your event, you’ll want to determine how much you should charge for each ticket.

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Eventtia

FEBRUARY 3, 2022

This way, attendees who value the physical interaction and in-person engagement can attend the live aspect of the event, while those who are still concerned about attending a crowded venue can simply join the virtual event. Typically easier and faster to plan and organize. Venue limitations.

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Eventtia

FEBRUARY 3, 2022

With that being said, in this post, we will discuss the future of physical events (as well as virtual and hybrid events) in the post-pandemic world, and 10 crucial tips to follow for hosting a successful physical event in the new-normal era. Event Planning in The Post-COVID ERA: Physical VS Virtual VS Hybrid.

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Endless Events

SEPTEMBER 12, 2018

For all the event planners out there trying to plan an incredible event and make a budget work, we hear you. Event planning within a budget is no small task, so it’s no surprise that a question we’re often asked is “how can I save money on event AV?” Piggybacking on another event. It’s tricky.

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Eventtia

DECEMBER 16, 2021

There are many people who simply aren’t comfortable attending events in person just yet, and you can still accommodate their needs by hosting a hybrid event. The key is to try to understand how and why your target virtual audience may attend your event and engage with your content, and try to deliver their expectations.

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Stova

MARCH 20, 2023

The 3-day event creates a memorable, authentic experience, unlike any other, and attendees can expect to leave with the tools and insights needed to take their business to new levels. Meet over 150 exhibitors and some of the biggest names in event planning under one roof at the Expo.

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