SmartMeetings

DECEMBER 7, 2017

While some event professionals may gleefully embrace the prospect of negotiating contracts for large events, many would rather run for the hills. In many instances, event professionals can land sweet deals if they consider a multi-year agreement for annual events. Remember…everything is negotiable!

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Event Industry News

JUNE 17, 2022

For many event professionals, the journey to become a more sustainable experience can happen over several event editions. Its annual Global Offshore Wind event combines a multi-streamed conference and exhibition format and generates 80% of the association’s event income. It was all in the attention to sustainable detail.

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MeetingsNet

FEBRUARY 19, 2019

Planners spend lots of time searching for, negotiating with, and contracting the right speakers and presenters for their events. In this article from SmartBrief , veteran presentation coach Stephanie Scotti provides advice for speakers who encounter any possible technology snafus. Printer-friendly version.

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Event Planning BluePrint

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

Embarking on a career in event planning is more than a profession; it’s a journey driven by passion, creativity, and the desire to bring people together. The Foundation of Memorable Events: Vendors and Venues Selecting the Perfect Venue The venue is the heartbeat of any event.

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Cvent: Event Marketing

MAY 21, 2019

What negotiating with hotels boils down to is synchronized value – in other words, you have what they want (occupied guest rooms, meeting space and food and beverage revenue), and they have what you want (a great hotel at a desirable location). If possible, do your negotiations in person or via a video chat. Local attractions.

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Master the Event

DECEMBER 13, 2023

If you’ve been tasked with planning your next office corporate event, chances are it’s not your main job. If you’re lucky your office will have a committee where the various tasks involved with planning the event can be assigned. Whatever the reason it’s important that the event is designed with the attendees in mind.

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Unique Venues

MAY 19, 2021

AEG Presents Special Event Venues (AEGSEV) Are Springing Back to Life. progresses forward in the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic, live event venues are getting ready to reopen. ” A great benefit of working with a large, respected group like AEG Presents is that it is a well-oiled machine. As the U.S.

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MeetingsNet

JANUARY 13, 2023

Let’s face it, being on either side of the table in hotel-contract negotiations is tough these days. Even if your negotiation tactics are the best in the industry, you might want to direct your focus on managing client expectations rather than stressing yourself senseless trying to squeeze concessions from a frozen turnip.

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MeetingsNet

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

However, because present hotel demand requires more employees than the demand seen in May 2023, when the previous AHLA survey was conducted, properties have an average of nine positions to fill right now versus seven positions back then.

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MeetingsNet

JULY 9, 2021

In the breakout session led by Todd Schwartz, CMP, formerly a senior events marketing manager at McDermott+Consulting, 38 of the 55 attendees said they had more than a decade of planning experience. Schwartz told a story about how he once made the most of just $300 allotted for décor for an evening event. “I

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 3, 2023

Master planner consultants offer 6 tips for negotiating your next corporate event Does this sound familiar? You have been tasked with producing a new event—or breathing new life into one that has been on rinse and repeat too long. What questions should you ask during sourcing to avoid surprises post-event?

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ePly

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

You are an event planner. So, of course, your goal is to provide your attendees with an impactful, memorable event. Then it should show you how to conclude your event proposal, how to market it, and bring it to life. What Is an Event Proposal? What Is the Purpose of an Event Proposal? Where do you start and how?

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MeetingsNet

APRIL 10, 2023

How robust does your event network need to be, and what’s negotiable? In the past year, Jay Klein planned one event where he was charged $150 for an ethernet line for a week and another where the same-size line was $2,500 per day. Also make sure that bandwidth is dedicated to your event and not available to anyone else.

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ePly

MARCH 26, 2024

Coordinators describe the seemingly impossible feat of creating an event from scratch in a variety of daunting ways. In fact, the independent educational resource World Scholarship Vault (WSV) named event planning as the third most stressful job in 2023. What Is an Event Plan?

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Master the Event

DECEMBER 11, 2023

So you’ve graduated from an event management program with a wealth of knowledge….now Previous Related Event Planning Standards Articles: Are Meeting and Event Planners Happy in Their Jobs? Are Event Planning Standards Slipping? Make yourself available to volunteer in any capacity at the events held by these groups.

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Event Farm

OCTOBER 11, 2016

This is a guest post from Sarah Hill, a professional blogger and creative content writer at Group Se7en Events , a leading event management and event planning agency in London. If you work in events, it comes as no surprise that being an event planner has been voted in numerous polls as one of the most stressful jobs.

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Stova

MAY 25, 2023

Selecting the best venue for your event is one of the most important decisions planners face. A well-chosen venue sets the tone, creates memorable experiences, and contributes to the overall success of you event. Before creating a list of possible venues it’s important to understand the purpose and business goals of the event.

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Gallus Events

FEBRUARY 6, 2020

One area we know loads of event professionals are struggling with is getting good digital content for their online events. So we have created the ultimate virtual event speaker brief. If you have organised virtual events but you are still not receiving the quality of content you hope for then this article is for you.

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SevenEvents

MARCH 27, 2024

in the dynamic world of event management, staying ahead of the trends is essential. Whether you are planning a conference, incentive, or charity gala, understanding, and leveraging current trends can create the difference between a mediocre event, and a memorable experience for attendees. what are event trends?

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

Event professionals know what it is like to take high-stakes risks in public while struggling with our own negative voices. Samantha Jordan, a futurist and consultant with Future Today Institute, led a discussion with industry leaders and explained that companies, including major retailers, are already using the tool to negotiate contracts.

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Eventmobi

JULY 5, 2023

Ever need help generating event sponsorship ideas? And having strong sponsor support can mean the difference between a good event and a great one. So let’s explore 66 creative event sponsorship ideas that will help you secure sponsorships for events of all kinds. How Do You Ask a Company To Sponsor an Event?

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PCMA Convene

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

If men learn to listen instead, the event experiences for women are likely to improve. If I talk less, I can be better at negotiating.’ Dan Lyons Convene asked Lyons how some of his listening insights could make for better event experiences. “Men are the champions of overtalking — and talking over,” Lyons writes in his book.

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MeetingsNet

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

26 their union’s course of action if contract negotiations don’t advance. At present, the union workers are operating under a contract extension that requires them to give at least seven days’ notice before striking if they find negotiations unproductive. The September 26 vote could bring that possibility into the mix.

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MeetingsNet

JULY 10, 2023

For planners concerned about how strikes in Los Angeles or elsewhere could affect them, here’s some advice on negotiating stronger force majeure clauses. While no progress was reported in the negotiations between the hotels and union, front-desk agents, bellhops, cooks, servers, and other hotel employees reported back to work on July 5.

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MeetingsNet

MARCH 10, 2022

Amid the labor shortage plaguing hotels, it's critical for planners and suppliers to communicate early and honestly, conduct fair negotiations, and—in case circumstances go awry—put everything in writing, according to meeting buyers, hoteliers, and the attorneys who represent each of them. More than Ever, Communication is the Key.

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Eventtia

OCTOBER 20, 2023

Creating a comprehensive event budget is crucial for ensuring the optimal performance of any type of event. It serves as a financial roadmap, providing a clear view of all expenses and revenues associated with the event. Quick note: This guide works for free-to-participate events.

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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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Attendease

FEBRUARY 14, 2019

Managing one corporate event can be demanding enough, so when it comes to managing multiple events, the time, resources, and details involved can make it a challenging endeavour. Luckily, having a great event management tool on hand along with understanding the potential pitfalls can help you avoid these 13 costly mistakes.

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Eventinterface

OCTOBER 19, 2017

Countless multilingual business meetings, conferences and events are conducted around the world daily, the success of which largely depends on attendees understanding each other. Broadly, interpreters ensure that communication between event participants who do not speak the same language is possible. THINK OF INTERPRETATION FIRST.

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SpotMe Blog

AUGUST 25, 2022

New to hybrid event planning? A hybrid event can be a great investment for your company – in fact, 86% of B2B organizations that host one see a positive ROI within 7 months. But, to get to that ROI, you first have to know how to plan a hybrid event – and that’s where it gets tricky. What is a hybrid event? Let’s dig in!

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Event Industry News

JUNE 13, 2022

Goldenvoice, the Los Angeles-based concert promoter and live event company, announced today that Mark Girton will serve as VP, Special Events at Empire Polo Club — home to the world-famous Coachella Valley Arts & Music Festival and its country-music counterpart, Stagecoach. She joined the department in 2015.

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Event Planning BluePrint

OCTOBER 30, 2022

There’s just one thing left – making your career as an event planner official “on paper.” . But what are the top event planning courses for planners? In reality, you don’t actually need a formal education, accreditations, or affiliations to launch your own event planning business or to even get a job at an event planning company.

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Conferences that Work

NOVEMBER 8, 2021

I think of status at events as the relative levels of proclaimed or perceived social value assigned to or assumed by attendees. And power at events is an individual’s capacity to influence the actions, beliefs, or conduct of attendees. At many events, only high status people talk. Status and power at meetings.

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Conferences that Work

MAY 23, 2022

Two multi-day events, 2,000 miles apart, in the space of a week. Creating designs, turning them into implementations, trying hard to not miss any important details, making sure everyone involved knows what they need to know and do, negotiating compromises, contingency planning, etc. Frankly, I feel just plain nervous before the event.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 15, 2023

At the annual event, West Coast association professionals gather for an expansive tradeshow, business solution appointments, education programs and networking to close out the year with a festive twist. “Our Her book, “Presenting for Humans: Insights for Speakers on Ditching Perfection and Creating Connection,” addresses this in depth.

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SpotMe Blog

MAY 31, 2023

Hosting successful in-person events with thousands of attendees after almost 3 years of virtual-only can feel daunting. A staggering 78% of businesses using an event app attribute their positive event ROI to these digital tools. But how can you make the most of your event app to make a substantial profit?

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Event Planning BluePrint

MARCH 25, 2024

Embarking on a journey in event planning can be incredibly rewarding, offering a dynamic and creative career path. Whether you’re a novice eager to break into the industry or an experienced planner seeking to enhance your skills , understanding the fundamentals of event planning is crucial.

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