MeetingPool

APRIL 27, 2017

Some of the latest tech can also make managing food and drink service at your next event easier, allowing attendees to enjoy their preferred snack or beverage without hiring substantial amounts of extra staff to make it happen. Automation isn’t just relegated to standard business operations.

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Eventmobi

FEBRUARY 3, 2022

Food & Beverage ($35/person). According to a Professional Convention Management Association (PCMA) survey , 36% of all in-person event expenses are for food and beverages (F&B) alone. This chart shows an overview of the most common expenses for meetings and events. Number of People. Venue Rental.

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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. Event Tech Is Going Strong in 2018.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 11, 2022

The crux of merging VR media and technology with the event and hospitality industries is in their shared inclination and motivation to effect experiences. The evolving VR technology supports experiences that teach and connect people—a practice at the heart of event planning. VR was a key in the hand of Ford’s event planners.

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The Castle Group

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

The Best Event Planning Apps & Tools As event planning professionals, planning, managing, and executing events efficiently and strategically is our job. Technology has transformed how we approach the planning, organization, and execution of events.

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The Castle Group

AUGUST 16, 2023

As times change and events grow in scope, so will technology. From behind-the-scenes tech tours to tips and tricks on boosting your event marketing strategies, there are always ways we can optimize the methods we use every day. Check out Castle’s website or contact Castle’s Event Management team for support.

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Socio Events

AUGUST 5, 2022

In this guide, we’ll walk you through the essential steps that every virtual event planner should take to put on a successful event. From setting event goals to event production to post-event outreach and everything in between, you’ll learn what you need to delight your audience and simplify the event planning process.

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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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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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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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Social Tables

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

Hosting events is an excellent way for restaurants to diversify their revenue streams and increase profits. Acting as an event venue opens restaurants to the revenue potential associated with event rental and catering services—revenue with higher profit margins than traditional food service.

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Cvent: Event Marketing

JULY 3, 2018

Event planning doesn’t happen overnight, and if you have never planned an event before then it’s intimidating. Event planning is no joke, whether it’s planning Cvent CONNECT, a team happy hour, or a wedding. Make planning an event simple and break it down into these four steps: .

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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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TicketBud

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Their experienced staff can bring a wealth of knowledge to developing the intricacies of your event, and their communication and reliability is crucial for ensuring that all aspects of your event run smoothly. The business also offers service from food trucks to bring a unique flair to your next event.

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Expo Pass

AUGUST 2, 2021

While we all want to go back to in-person events, full time, we have to say that for events where connectivity is king, such as Esports, tech, and big product launches — hybrid is still a great way to bring people together around the world. Space Tech Expo Europe. We know how to meet safely in 2021.

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SmartMeetings

APRIL 21, 2017

Coachella is a convergence of Instagrammable foods, high-tech décor and innovative activity options—the perfect combination for popularity. Considering the festival’s consistent and major success, event planners can take a few tips from its many unique event ideas.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 13, 2023

While Dominguez sees gas prices dropping, he also sees a slow down in growth around food and beverage prices. “We Despite the recent layoffs and talk of a recession specifically in the tech sector, Dominguez is optimistic that the meetings industry won’t be impacted. “I F&B Prices Are Impacted by War in Ukraine.

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GEVME

JUNE 25, 2021

More and more companies have been shifting to virtual events due to the pandemic, and the transition is providing a lot of benefits too. For instance, there are lesser overheads now, which earlier came in the form of booking an event venue, arranging food and beverages, etc.

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Planning Pod

JUNE 10, 2022

Many of the catering solutions below offer these functions as well as other valuable business and event management features for tracking event bookings; generating financial and profitability reports; viewing business data using real-time dashboards; and integrating with point-of-sale (POS) systems and accounting solutions like Quickbooks.

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Endless Events

APRIL 13, 2023

Today, the three categories the crew will have to cut, keep, or improve are: Production Food Marketing But before the crew starts making event budget cuts, Nick shares a disclaimer. I know that’s super controversial, but it’s pretty easy and probably the highest cost in the F&B (food and beverage) bubble.

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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. Effective Use of Event Tech. In-House Catering.

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GEVME

JUNE 25, 2021

More and more companies have been shifting to virtual events due to the pandemic, and the transition is providing a lot of benefits too. For instance, there are lesser overheads now, which earlier came in the form of booking an event venue, arranging food and beverages, etc. Know The Technology During Your Virtual Event.

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zkipster

AUGUST 12, 2022

Now it’s time to find a team of experts to help bring your event to life and deliver a truly memorable experience for your guests. Food and beverage. First, establish what kind of food and beverage will be offered at your gala, and in what format. Ready, set, gala! Photo by Darian DiCiannio / BFA.com ?

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QC Event School

DECEMBER 30, 2022

Ultimately, the goal of your event proposal should be to persuade the client that you can provide a successful, professional event. PRO TIP: Dream of a career in event planning, but don’t know where to get started? Is an Event Proposal the Same as an Event Plan? How Do You Write an Event Plan?

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All Seated

NOVEMBER 2, 2018

Rather than going into a full-fledged panic mode, technology enables all of your event information to be available digitally and at your fingertips wherever you might need it – saving you from starting your event planning from scratch and stress overload. What are your MUST-HAVE tech tools?

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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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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.

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Bizzabo

AUGUST 13, 2018

Also, determine if there will be tech support available onsite during your event. Food and Beverage: Parched throats? Not at your event! Most venues provide onsite food and beverage facilities. There are many other aspects of an event to worry about, including event technology.

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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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Endless Events

NOVEMBER 24, 2021

We’ve said time and time again that the events industry is changed forever. The pandemic normalized virtual events and accelerated the adoption of various event tech solutions. Some might even say that the event tech evolved more since March 2020 than in the entire decade before that!

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Meeting Tomorrow

FEBRUARY 19, 2019

From our point of view, the event market is due for another round of disruption—whether it’s in accommodation, food and beverage, event design, attendee engagement, or highly effective data solutions.

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Endless Events

DECEMBER 15, 2022

My dad got me a job washing dishes there, and I eventually started working in food prep. But then I realized I’m passionate about sharing tech news. My life has been events since that point.” . How Deanna Got Started in Events. Like her co-hosts Arianna and Nick, Deanna got her start in food and beverage. “My

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Endless Events

JUNE 20, 2023

Tech-savvy: Gen Z grew up with smartphones practically glued to their hands. Instead of scratching your head, follow these tips to create a better experience for Gen Z professionals at your next event. Plan a Digitally-Connected Event Events are already trending towards digital-first spaces, but this is a must-have for Gen Z audiences.

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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? Play upbeat music to energize the space.

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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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Planning Pod

APRIL 2, 2020

Also worth contemplating is if you want something like an open floor plan so your attendees can easily explore and wander about or if your goal is to create a multi-space event that connects multiple rooms. Lines for food, event check-in or walk-up registration.

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Eventmobi

APRIL 5, 2018

But there are also intangible ways that you can set up your event to ease your attendees into having a great time and keep them engaged from beginning to end. This is me trying one of the many fun food ideas brought to the event by food and beverage suppliers. Here I have a helium sugar balloon!

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