Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 9, 2018

Risk management is a dedicated preparedness rather than simply a mental exercise, according to Lisa Sommer Devlin, the most recent Smart Meetings webinar host. In her talk, “Risk Management 101,” she outlined strategies for dealing with the risks of the industry, as well as how to actively avoid them. Legal Risks.

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SmartMeetings

APRIL 3, 2020

Meetings in the financial and insurance sector require outside-the-box thinking. The economy was humming along before the coronavirus hit, but even then the majority of meeting planners in the financial and insurance industries were keeping their budgets in neutral. Financial and insurance meetings in the U.S.

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TicketBud

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Instead, event planners are living within the constraints and are more reliant on proper planning and financial forecasting to ensure the success of their events. Why Event Budgets are Important A budget serves as a financial blueprint for a successful event, aligning expenses with desired outcomes and ensuring financial viability.

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

Effective procurement strategies not only ensure that companies get the best value for their money but also play a role in risk management, innovation and corporate social responsibility. An organization that undervalues the importance of procurement often pays for it in numerous ways—financial and legal.

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SmartMeetings

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

Effective procurement strategies not only ensure that companies get the best value for their money but also play a role in risk management, innovation and corporate social responsibility. An organization that undervalues the importance of procurement often pays for it in numerous ways—financial and legal.

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Management Events

MAY 16, 2023

Look into technical capabilities, financial stability, track record, and compliance considerations as well. Thorough due diligence will help mitigate risks and lead you to a reliable and trustworthy vendor. Strategically Negotiate Contract Terms During this critical part of the vendor selection process, be strategic.

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PCMA Convene

JUNE 13, 2016

THE ART OF THE DEAL Ogbeide sees negotiation experience as essential. They have to be able to manage a contract,” he said, “depending on the kind of meeting they’re having.”. RISK MANAGEMENT Ogbeide wants his students to learn to mitigate risk as it applies to meetings and events. How do you identify a risk?”. “We

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