Endless Events

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

From managing event timelines to event budgeting, event profs have a lot on their plates. And even though innovative event technology solutions help automate many of the event planning processes, certain tasks remain unchanged. Food & Beverage. Banquet Event Orders.

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Attendease

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

This includes considering your internal resources (budget, stakeholders, event management software) and external resources (sponsors, vendors, partners). Here are some tips for managing corporate event planning across multiple teams and stakeholders: Create a master project plan with milestones, deliverables, and deadlines.

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ePly

JUNE 21, 2023

Planning an event is always an exciting experience, but it can be quite a costly one, too. Did you know that food and beverage (F&B) expenses are among the most significant expenses associated with any event? Create a Detailed Budget Okay, so you’ve set a budget for your event – fantastic!

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Master the Event

APRIL 2, 2022

But now your client wants you to create an amazing event with about 70% of your previous budget. And just because you may not have all of the bells and whistle (and money) of past events, it doesn’t mean your event should be anything less than fabulous. Business Event Planning – Falling Budget vs. Rising Expectations.

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Endless Events

JANUARY 26, 2018

Who doesn’t love a free event planning tool? One of the best free event planning tools an #eventprof can use are templates. You can avoid missing crucial event details, reduce the stress of recreating something from scratch, and hit the ground running from day one. 3D Printed Food?

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Endless Events

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

The Annual ICE Report estimates that event-related costs will increase by 83%. It’s also a sign of a returned confidence in event planning. Of course, our event marketing budgets will need to be higher in 2023 than in 2021 or 2020. After all, most events were virtual and demanded lower budgets.

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Planning Pod

AUGUST 14, 2023

If you’re unsure where to start, provide forms or surveys during the event registration process so guests can easily enter their dietary needs, meal preferences, and other key details, such as food allergies. You don’t want to run out of food halfway through your event, so take steps to ensure you have plenty of food available.

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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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Social Tables

APRIL 22, 2019

When you start planning an event, one of the first things you should do is figure out your event planning timeline. The next time you start to plan an event, consider using this helpful guide to create an event planning schedule that works for you. What is a long-term event planning timeline?

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SmartMeetings

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

Negotiation experts share tips for building win-win event contracts The ROI is in the details when drafting a vendor contract. A win-win contract allows everyone to feel that their biggest risks are covered and they can partner in good faith to execute confidently while working creatively to deliver the best event possible.

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SmartMeetings

DECEMBER 28, 2023

This small gesture makes us all feel special and sets the tone for an exceptional event. List your top three, non-negotiable activities you must complete before your head hits the pillow! 15-minutes of dedicated, focused attention allows you to set clear goals and plan your schedule. What emotions do you want them to experience?

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SevenEvents

OCTOBER 17, 2023

event planning is a complex but rewarding challenge that involves a lot of attention to detail. one of the most fundamental aspects of organising a successful event is budgeting. understanding your objectives will help you to not only plan a great event but also allocate your budget more effectively.

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Eventtia

DECEMBER 16, 2022

Event planning is a lucrative and evergreen career choice. The global event management market is estimated to be worth $6.36 With the rapid growth in the event industry, now is the time to get certified and propel your career. What Is Event Planning Certification and Why Do You Need It.

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GEVME

NOVEMBER 7, 2018

Knowing how to prepare a venue for an event is one of the key points in event planning. Choosing a venue for an event is also one of the first negotiation points as well. If you’re lucky, the event market will offer a variety of good venues. How to prepare an event venue. Food and beverage.

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Master the Event

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

I am often asked how to become an event planner. It seems, to the outside world, that event planners have a glamorous job. I’m not saying that event planning jobs are not rewarding. Most of my online, and off line, life involves interacting and communicating with existing event planners. Again, if only.

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SmartMeetings

JUNE 3, 2019

Food and beverage is an essential element of any gathering—and it is also one of the costliest. It’s unfortunate that copious amounts of food go to waste, but event professionals need to ensure there is something for everyone and that there is enough. Savvy Contract Negotiations. In-House Catering.

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GEVME

NOVEMBER 7, 2018

Knowing how to prepare a venue for an event is one of the key points in event planning. Choosing a venue for an event is also one of the first negotiation points as well. If you’re lucky, the event market will offer a variety of good venues. How to prepare an event venue. Food and beverage.

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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. Political, economical, and technological turmoil are profoundly affecting the way we choose where to host our events and creating unprecedented opportunities.

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Event Planning BluePrint

JANUARY 18, 2022

I think it’s safe to assume we all know that the phrase “a la carte” is French for “by the card” or “according to the menu,” but what does a la carte mean in terms of event planning? ” Everyone gets the same plate of food, whether they like the sides or not. All-Inclusive or Full-Service Planning.

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Master the Event

FEBRUARY 11, 2024

Following that meeting, the CVB will then send out a request for proposal (RFP), usually to hotels first, indicating how many rooms you are seeking and for how many days (otherwise known as room nights) plus any food and beverage and meeting room requirements. Then the hotel salespeople get to work.

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Glow Global Events

JUNE 27, 2023

The more options you have available, the better informed decision you can make about who is the right fit for your event. This includes food and beverages, lodging, transportation, equipment rentals, sound techs and other personnel. It’s also important to be flexible and willing to negotiate.

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Event Planning BluePrint

OCTOBER 5, 2016

Learning how to plan an event requires multitasking skills and (often) quick thinking. In order to succeed, you need to know and understand the basics so you plan your event effectively. Establish your event budget. Determine your event entertainment and/or speakers. Event Wrap Up (aka post-mortem).

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Brown Paper Tickets

MARCH 30, 2018

Festival event planning may not be the easiest item on your springtime to-do list, but with a few basics, you’ll be on the road to success in no time. When planning any event, start with the audience—who will be in the crowd? Keep your target audience in mind throughout the planning process. Book Talent.

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Bizzabo

AUGUST 13, 2018

of planners have an event spend less than $100K — budget constraints should be conveyed to the venue from the start. However, if you have found the perfect fit for your event, ask if they would consider lowering the cost in exchange for a multi-year contract. Don’t be afraid to negotiate! Food and Beverage: Parched throats?

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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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Planning Pod

JANUARY 17, 2017

Search the Internet for the phrase “event planning challenges” and you will find countless surveys and lists (like here and here ) that name reduced event budgets or budget cuts as one of the top challenges facing event professionals every year. Negotiate contracts with ferocity.

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The Castle Group

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

If your event needs are strictly technical (i.e., For more comprehensive, strategic planning or mid to large-scale projects, a full-service events company, like Castle, will handle all aspects of event planning from concept to completion. We tend to think of ourselves like an event general contractor.

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Event Planning BluePrint

MARCH 29, 2022

Following famous event planning companies and event planners can feel like mentorship. Because — believe it or not — some people think they can handle event planning all on their own. How hard can planning their own wedding be? Planning their own wedding will save them money, right? “By Great Advice.

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Social Tables

NOVEMBER 23, 2017

A theme not only makes the event less expensive by avoiding decoration overload, but it creates a more cohesive guest experience. That’s because: Each element—from promotion and decoration to food and entertainment—becomes décor. It’s important to satisfy guests’ five senses at any event. Negotiate with vendors.

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EventPlanning

OCTOBER 29, 2019

Contrary to popular belief, it’s easy to start event planning with no money. Event planning is an exciting path that can be incredibly profitable for many people. As long as you are organized and detail-oriented, you can make a great living as an event planner. Two Ways To Start Event Planning.

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SpotMe Blog

MAY 31, 2023

And with 91% of event organizers believing an app is critical to event success , it seems clear that not harnessing the power of this digital tool could mean missing out on a huge opportunity. But how can you make the most of your event app to make a substantial profit? Sponsorships or partnerships could help offset expenses.

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Master the Event

FEBRUARY 10, 2024

Four of the Top Areas That Corporate Meeting Planners Review Are: The Times That Your Meeting Will Occur – a lot of corporate meeting planners have been able to save money on the hotel portion of their meeting by negotiating room rates and whether or not they can be lowered by moving their meeting two different days of the week.

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Endless Events

APRIL 27, 2023

As an experienced event professional in food and beverage, Nick is familiar with in-kind sponsorships. So, the last F&B job I had I created a form for anyone who wanted to give their services in exchange for food. It’s all about negotiation. So I in-kind donated a lot of speaking engagements.” Xander agrees.

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Event Planning BluePrint

SEPTEMBER 13, 2018

Let’s say you are planning an incentive trip tailored to a group of CEOs, you will want to give them an experience that they could not get anywhere else. This will require you to have some serious negotiation skills or a huge budget. Cool Event Venues For Your Next Event. Guest Post by Ed Byers.

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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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The Castle Group

MARCH 2, 2021

Also, ensure the property has enough bandwidth for the technology you are utilizing such as the event app that may need to be downloaded by all attendees. Enlist separate planning teams. In-person and virtual meetings have different logistical needs. Stay nimble. Planners were flexible before Covid, but now we’re nimbler than ever.

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Event Leadership Institute

AUGUST 5, 2019

Ironically, food and beverage may not be allowed in the galleries where the art is. Finding the event contact online can be surprisingly difficult. Negotiating With Venues. Museums are not cheap. You’ll probably be hit with a rental fee, and possibly additional fees for security, maintenance and other ancillary expenses.

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