SmartMeetings

JULY 28, 2023

As soon as you know meeting registration is not meeting original forecasts: Negotiate with the hotel to release back some meeting space (if possible). While this company’s attrition was usually minimal, if any, we negotiated attrition off of the final bill due to the large amount of F&B spent over the contractual minimum.

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MeetingsNet

MARCH 7, 2024

The hyper-granular attention to detail required to negotiate and contract the various parts of an event, and then manage the ever-changing tactical and strategic elements leading up to the opening session, is beyond my capabilities. So, are you willing to ask your boss for opportunities to attend industry events?

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SmartMeetings

AUGUST 31, 2023

In fact, ideally, your client can promote next year’s trip at this year’s event. We have the expertise to know what resorts and venues will work best for their specific needs, as well as our negotiating clout and global connections. You can subscribe to the magazine here. It’s both practical and motivating!)

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Velvet Chainsaw

APRIL 13, 2020

This is the third in a series of blogs posts, written collaboratively by our team, which uncover lessons learned in advising dozens of our clients on their events in the time of COVID-19. Reprinted with permission of Convene, the magazine of the Professional Convention Management Association. From Recovery to Reform.

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SmartMeetings

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

How to prepare for 2023 contract negotiations Yes, we’re out of the pandemic shutdown, but it’s not back to “business as usual.” While corporate events are happening, they’re not the same and show no signs of returning to any kind of “normal” (if there is such a thing!). Maybe a buffet option can do double as a networking event.

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Velvet Chainsaw

JUNE 29, 2016

Here’s what some organizers are asking for and getting: Pre-Event Content Marketing – Customized promotional video or interview, webinar, article contribution for newsletter, blog, podcast or magazine, social channel engagement. Post-Event Content Marketing – Participate in a scheduled replay.

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Prestige Events Magazine

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

Bursting with experienced event industry leaders, the event’s ninth outing will feature dedicated roundtable and workshop sessions on Protect Duty, safeguarding, flexible working practices, festival operations, and a panel session delivered in partnership with GL events UK on how to value engineer your event.

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Endless Events

MAY 13, 2022

The events industry is exciting, ever-changing, and sociable. Being an event planner, event manager, or event marketer is a difficult job that demands a lot of energy and knowledge, but many of us are drawn to it because it is – above all else – rewarding. Event planning is an umbrella term.

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Canadian Special Events

JUNE 9, 2017

All corporate event planners wear a number of hats when it comes to planning. I have been so very fortunate to work on events that have included some big name entertainment acts over the years. Corporate Event Contracts. Everything and I mean everything, is negotiable. This may include: hotel rooms. ground transportation.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 4, 2024

Smart Meetings founder Marin Bright built her career in hospitality, first in luxury hotels at Mandarin Oriental and then in the meetings and events B2B publishing industry. She brought top experts to the conversation to share secrets for negotiating, feeling more confident and building a network.

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Prestige Events Magazine

APRIL 2, 2024

Natalia Events: Passionately creating experiences, communities and memories Natalia Events, led by the visionary Natalia Lada, is proud to announce the launch of its new events agency and website. Natalia is an event consultant with over 10 years international experience working across the corporate and public sector.

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SmartMeetings

MAY 30, 2023

As meeting professionals, there are a million moments of truth involved in your many roles, from initial conception of your events to paying the final invoices. Both event planners and CVB sales reps have relayed episodes where the other person took multiple phone calls while driving together in a car around a destination on a site visit.

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SmartMeetings

AUGUST 8, 2022

Good news: corporate travel and events are back! In the hospitality/events industry, a weak supply chain means limited product quantities unless you order significantly in advance (and who can predict volume right now?) Hotels are now less likely to negotiate rental fees and other typically negotiable line items.

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Event Planning BluePrint

MARCH 29, 2022

In our modern world of technology and social media, it’s easy to follow your favorite, famous event planners. . From Mindy Weiss planning elaborate events for the Kardashian family to Colin Cowie’s celebrity A-listers like Oprah and Jennifer Anniston, we’re lucky to get a glimpse into the world of famous event planners and their events. .

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Prestige Events Magazine

OCTOBER 10, 2023

Event budgets are tight, and the cost of materials and labour is increasing. This is why supplier relationships are pivotal to successful events. I am delighted to be joined by two of GL events’ current clients, Sam and Jack. Registration for the industry event closes on November 1. Register at www.eventbuyerslive.com

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SmartMeetings

OCTOBER 10, 2023

Not that events haven’t been happening since the dawn of time, but the arrival of agencies, full-service production companies, in-house event teams and even our titles, is still somewhat recent. Read More : Tips for Negotiating Your Next Big Event Contract However, there is also the lawyer who prices on commission.

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Event Industry News

MAY 7, 2020

PlanetIMEX launches today with an invitation to everyone in the global meetings, events and incentive travel industry to register free of charge for EduMonday Live on 11 May. . Human psychology, Nature, collaboration, contract negotiations and more. EduMonday Live kicks off at 10am UK time. She Means Business panel discussion.

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Connect Your Meetings

AUGUST 7, 2019

Join us for the launch of new study findings from the EIC, in collaboration with IAEE and SISO, on the extent of deceptive practices, consumer fraud and scams affecting the events industry, with an emphasis on attendance list scams and room block poaching and piracy. Meetings and exhibitions continue to be impacted by room block poaching.

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Prestige Events Magazine

JULY 27, 2021

Central Hall Westminster (CHW), the flagship London site of Central Hall Venues, has teamed up with AV production partner, White Light (WL) to launch new packages for hybrid meetings and events. The comprehensive packages are designed to help organisers negotiate the maze of post-pandemic events in 2021 and beyond.

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InGo

JULY 8, 2021

Hosting an industry-leading event is a great way to build your connections with sponsors and exhibitors, meet new people, learn about new trends, and increase your revenue. As an event planner, you want to increase your revenue, but it shouldn’t just come from the registration fees. VIP-only check-in at the event.

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Hubilo Blog

MARCH 7, 2020

This International Women’s Day, we would like to raise a toast to the empowerment and diversity in our events industry. They may be event tech enthusiasts, event planners , event speakers , but all of them are influencers for event enthusiasts and followers. She even launched her own events agency DAHLIA+.

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SmartMeetings

NOVEMBER 30, 2021

Consider these expenses when deciding whether to cancel your event. How much have you spent on marketing the event , planning the event and buying branded hoodies and eco-friendly thermoses that will sit in the warehouse? The post The True Cost of Postponing an Event appeared first on Smart Meetings. Sunk Costs.

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Social Tables

NOVEMBER 16, 2016

If you’re like me when planning a meeting or event, the rentals portion of the budget can consume all of your time and energy. Here are some tips I have learned along the way that can help you get what you need without sacrificing your relationship with the party you are negotiating with. Good news: it doesn’t have to.

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Connect Your Meetings

DECEMBER 6, 2018

Lisa Sommer Devlin, an attorney who has represented hotels regarding event contracts for over 25 years, will highlight some of the most common contract mistakes that she sees in her practice and gives you tips on how to avoid legal disputes. Learn negotiation tips to help you get a better contract.

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Endless Events

FEBRUARY 23, 2018

Event AV design isn’t just about adding color and music to your events. That’s what one Grammy pre-event party just did using event AV design, as you can read below. That’s what one Grammy pre-event party just did using event AV design, as you can read below. Should I Gamify My Events?

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Prestige Events Magazine

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Exclusive Collection has launched its insights into the next generation of delegates and event attendees. CHANGING THE CONFERENCE NARRATIVE With the voice of the delegate more and more prevalent at events; one-way learning is waning in favour of conversation and experience-based practices that shape understanding and deepen knowledge.

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Eventinterface

JULY 26, 2017

Looking to create your ideal event planner? In your beaker, combine the elements: creativity, passion, experience and negotiation. Actually, add a bit more of negotiation for good measure - I mean who doesn’t love a good negotiator. What is the most unique location you have ever planned an event at?

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Eventinterface

APRIL 15, 2017

Greg Jenkins, partner and co-founder of the award-winning Long Beach, California-based Bravo Productions, holds an impressive list of credentials and has earned a high reputation in the field of special event planning – a career spanning more than three decades. What is the best advice you have ever received as a planner?

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SmartMeetings

SEPTEMBER 2, 2020

Many organizations, including Smart Meetings , have turned their events virtual. According to a survey by Etc.venues , 73 percent of professionals are planning a hybrid event before year’s end. Of course, a host of continuing education and certification courses are available for the meeting and events industry. Keep Learning.

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Bizzabo

NOVEMBER 25, 2019

Event planners and professionals are turning to podcasts to keep a pulse on thought leadership, event technology, and best practices. After all, it takes a lot less effort to listen to a podcast than it does to scroll through a newsfeed or event watch a video. The Best Event Planning Podcasts. Event Tech Podcast.

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Plan Your Meetings

MAY 31, 2018

Exploring the meeting and event industry publications landscape, we recognized the need for something more like a career resource than a newsy magazine. Most meeting and event industry print publications can be had for no cost—you just need to know how to get them. So, what other information would you look to see presented here?

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SmartMeetings

NOVEMBER 10, 2016

The awards were divided into two areas of focus: The Eddie’s recognize the best in print and digital editorial, and the Ozzie’s honor the best in magazine and website design. For more than 20 years, the Eddie & Ozzie Awards have recognized excellence in magazine editorial and design across all sectors of the industry.

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Endless Events

MAY 30, 2018

Alternative Event Venues are a huge and growing trend this year. In fact, we listed it as one of our emerging event trends for 2018. As an industry, we are pushing the boundaries and definition of where events can be held. But how do you find these alternative event venues? EXHIBITOR Magazine. Sequoia Partnership.

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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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Bizzabo

JUNE 2, 2021

Ever wonder how CMP, CSEP, CPCE, CGMP prepare you for event planning? Curious if event planning certifications can actually help you learn more about the industry or take your career to the next level? We'll also show you how to use online event planning classes to your advantage at the end of the article.

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EventBank Insights

MARCH 11, 2019

[link] Pitching at events, no matter what you're pitching, is one of the most nerve-wracking things to undertake, even for an experienced salesperson. This requires you to know your audience and the atmosphere of the event or place you are presenting at. Using humor depends on the tone of the event. This list is not exhaustive.

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Prestige Events Magazine

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

Paje are specialists in the meetings, events, and conference market, who offer bespoke training for venues, hotels, and agencies. Mandy has been a keen beam supporter and was on the events and training committees for over 12 years, involved in the first Code of Conduct and was herself the HBAA Venue Chair in 2007.

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