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Preparing for a Leaner Commission World

SmartMeetings

“That was when it was a relationship business, and you were valued for your Rolodex and your ability to deliver on negotiations.” In a world of decentralized and ever-changing hotel staff, digital RFPs and transparent pricing, Smith laments that event planning has become much more transactional—a commodity.

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Preparing for a Leaner Commission World

SmartMeetings

“That was when it was a relationship business, and you were valued for your Rolodex and your ability to deliver on negotiations.” In a world of decentralized and ever-changing hotel staff, digital RFPs and transparent pricing, Smith laments that event planning has become much more transactional—a commodity.

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The Ultimate Event Planning Guide: 9 Actionable Steps

EventBank Insights

[link] 2019 is going to be an interesting year for event planning. New tech is driving more and more interest in announcements, trade shows are picking up pace outside of China for once, and the world of event management is getting easier and easier. Alex should be located in New York or New Jersey.