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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Eventtia

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

This guide aims to simplify the process by offering a step-by-step framework on how to identify the event planning platform that meets your requirements. Types of Event Management Software Event planning solutions take multiple forms, catering to different needs and requirements.

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Eventtia

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

This guide aims to simplify the process by offering a step-by-step framework on how to identify the event planning platform that meets your requirements. Types of Event Management Software Event planning solutions take multiple forms, catering to different needs and requirements.

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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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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

DECEMBER 13, 2016

International event planning outside your home country is highly likely to take you outside of your comfort zone. Lewis, my favorite are his national communication pattern diagrams which can be found on 23 fascinating diagrams reveal how to negotiate with people around the world. Collect References Overseas.

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TicketBud

DECEMBER 5, 2023

In this guide, we’ll explore seven strategies to masterfully plan out your event programming for the coming year, ensuring each season is filled with memorable experiences. Take Time to Reflect Before diving into event planning, take a moment to reflect on your events from the past year.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 29, 2021

Throughout the year, Smart Meetings has invited professionals from different corners of the event planning world to impart their knowledge. Harness the Power of Negotiation to Master Your Post-Covid Events Career. Negotiation is an essential skill in business, meetings and life.

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ePly

JUNE 21, 2023

Negotiate with Vendors While some venues require in-house catering services, let’s dive a bit deeper into the crucial role of negotiating with vendors regarding managing food and beverage expenses. Negotiating is recommended and should be seen as a crucial aspect of your event planning strategy.

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Endless Events

DECEMBER 13, 2022

Whether you opt for an in-person or hybrid event, you need the right venue to create a truly captivating experience. Newbie event planners will often pick a venue, negotiate a deal with them, and sign the venue’s provided contract. . Why should you let your venue dictate what happens at your event?

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Event Planning BluePrint

APRIL 5, 2022

In fact, according to Brides.com, 66% of people planning their weddings are looking to hire a wedding planner , and with an average of 150,000 weddings in Canada and 2.4 you can see how choosing wedding planning as your event planning niche could be incredibly lucrative. . 5 Steps To Start a Wedding Planning Business.

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Event Planning BluePrint

APRIL 5, 2022

In fact, according to Brides.com, 66% of people planning their weddings are looking to hire a wedding planner , and with an average of 150,000 weddings in Canada and 2.4 you can see how choosing wedding planning as your event planning niche could be incredibly lucrative. . 5 Steps To Start a Wedding Planning Business.

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Eventmobi

JUNE 16, 2023

Non dues revenue refers to the income generated by organizations through sources other than membership fees. This person should possess strong organizational and leadership skills, understand marketing and event planning, and really get revenue generation. It’s all connected. What Is Non Dues Revenue?

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GEVME

AUGUST 15, 2019

Even if your 2018 events made an incredible impression, in 2019–2020, you should learn how to make these experiences even more memorable and impressive. The most important goal remains to consider everything—absolutely all modern tips and tactics to improve your event with our current event trends. The power of procurement.

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Eventscase Blog

JUNE 1, 2023

Event legacy has become an increasingly important topic in the world of event planning, with organisations, attendees, and host cities all looking to maximise the long-term benefits and positive impacts that events can bring. What is event legacy?

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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

MARCH 6, 2019

Did you know that venues can receive kickbacks for referring their in-house vendor? Negotiate Before You Sign Contacts. If you are deciding that hey, I want the ability to bring in a third-party AV company, you need to make sure that you’re negotiating this out before you sign the contract. Makes sense right?

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Cvent: Event Marketing

APRIL 10, 2019

What is event planning? Event Planning Guide. In this guide, we talk through a basic event planning template, what it means to be a planner, and how event management software can simplify your processes. What is Event Planning? Event Management is Event Planning.

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The Planner's Lounge

MAY 25, 2021

That could mean rescheduling any non-priority meetings to later in the year, skipping a few networking events, or referring a new lead to another planner. Missing a few industry events and referring out a few wedding leads is not going to make or break your planning business.

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GEVME

APRIL 9, 2018

Here is a comprehensive corporate planning checklist that you can refer to when building events of any size and format: Pick a strategic location. This rule applies to any corporate event format. No matter who your audience is, people want to feel comfortable at your event’s location. Incentive trips.

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Endless Events

JULY 26, 2019

These questions will guide you through all of the choices you need to make the best event WiFi experience possible and set your WiFi providers up for success. . No different from anything else in event planning, to have the best event wifi you need to know your audience. Ask Questions to Get the Best Event WiFi .

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Eventtia

MAY 18, 2022

And while those are part of it, “accommodations” refers to anything the artist will need to ensure a good performance at your event. The items in the rider are typically non-negotiable, so don’t expect any wiggle room from the artist or their agent. Artist Accommodations.

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EventUp

JUNE 12, 2019

Eventbrite’s Ronnie Higgins reminds event planners in a recent blog post that their people skills should be number one. He explains that to successfully work with a wide range of people, a planner needs to be able to quickly resolve conflicts, be a confident but pleasant negotiator, and have a sense of humor.

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Social Tables

MARCH 2, 2021

Pricing For Properties For Planners Resources Blog Customer Stories Resource Library Training & Certification Podcast Product Updates About Cvent Log In Get Started Sign Up Free Request a Demo Home » Event Planning » How Much Do Wedding Planners Make? Refer to our Privacy Policy or contact us at privacy@cvent.com for more details.

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The Planner's Lounge

APRIL 27, 2021

As a professional wedding and event planner, we are often asked to do work for free. Here are 4 scenarios when working for free makes sense: 1) You are brand new to event planning. When starting out, it’s important to get experience and get a feel for what it is really like to work as a wedding and event planner.

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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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EventUp

AUGUST 4, 2020

As you talk to your venue contact there could be details or questions that come up that you’ll want to remember or follow up on either with a vendor, or someone at your company - always write everything down to reference when you need to. A List Of Questions For The Venue. Your Vendors.

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 4, 2023

Read More: Ty Sheaks on Force Majeure Contract Clauses “Now that we have all experienced the cancellation world of Covid, meeting planners should be sure to reference cancelations with the phrases: disease, viral outbreak, epidemic. Simply stating Covid-19 will not be enough if your event is impacted by something completely different.”

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Master the Event

DECEMBER 12, 2023

And as part of the job, they handle the groundwork, negotiation, administration and management while providing support to both sides. Know what you want, have a budget, check references and always, always do your due diligence. A speakers bureau is the middle man when it comes to finding and booking speakers.

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Social Tables

SEPTEMBER 13, 2017

Mastering the art of negotiation. Regardless of whether you are dealing directly with an artist or an agent, you will likely need to learn to negotiate effectively. While saving money is the ideal outcome, it’s important to be realistic about what’s needed pay for the talent that will fit your event.

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Endless Events

APRIL 9, 2021

However, also remember that they can replace those of traveling, accommodation, and catering, as well as contributing to the improvement of the environment and making events as a whole more accessible. Refer back to the full checklist to know the ballpark figures for each item.

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Cvent: Event Marketing

MARCH 7, 2019

When you’re stuck in an excel dedupe or in a game of “phone tag” with a hotel to book additional rooms days before the event, you’ve probably thought – there has to be an easier way to do this. Event Planning Software. Technology Can Change How You Plan. Event Planning Software Makes Life Easier.

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Eventinterface

AUGUST 28, 2017

Prior to posing this question, know the details of your event’s Scope of Work. This is very important because event planning covers a range of tasks, and not all event planners cover them all. He or she will be able to guide you with your messaging as well as event marketing strategies.

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Guidebook

JULY 31, 2018

The best part about creating an event proposal template for yourself is that you only have to do the hard work once, then refine it as you get feedback and negotiate deals along the way. Position yourself as the expert and make recommendations for success…That’s your value add as an event planning professional.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 7, 2022

Read More : Harness the Power of Negotiation for Post-Covid Success. In some cases, event planners are fixing the plane in mid-air, but three key themes have emerged to define how events will continue building upon their own success: management, engagement and growth. Evolutionary Changes. The playbook is still in production.

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Social Tables

SEPTEMBER 25, 2017

Travel refers to the flight costs for the entertainer and whoever travels with them. This can include entertainers typically don’t travel alone to events, plus transportation to and from the venue. Know how to negotiate. When it comes to budgeting, good negotiation skills can be a lifesaver. Travel and accommodations.

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Endless Events

NOVEMBER 8, 2019

Instead, empower yourself and learn about event AV. Endless Events started out as an event planning company when we transitioned to AV and Production we took everything we learned from producing events and hiring AV & production companies and applied it to building an AV company that doesn’t suck.

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