Planning Pod

MAY 27, 2020

What makes a unique venue? When it comes to thinking outside of the traditional party hall, there are a few criteria you should keep in mind for your new venue: functionality, accessibility and wow factor. You might be able to work around some obstacles, but ideally, your event space must meet the basic requirements of your event.

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Event Farm

OCTOBER 25, 2021

The employee or contractor who is certified for this role is in charge of compliance with state and local regulations and any compliance requirements established by your organization, venue, or insurance carrier. The Advisor establishes the safety policies and procedures for the event but leaves the enforcement to your security team.

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SmartMeetings

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

We asked a trio of seasoned negotiators and only one, Cheryl Payne, a strategic partner with INNOV8 Meetings + Events in Las Vegas, had tried using AI to enhance the language and had this cautionary advice: “AI is not always right. It is still business brought to their hotel by my client’s meeting,” she reasons.

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SmartMeetings

APRIL 19, 2017

This industry runs on jargon, and since meeting planning requires everyone to work at a rapid click, it’s best to get acquainted with it yourself. Certified Meeting Professional , a merit one receives from completing the Convention Industry Council’s certification program for professionals in the meeting, convention and exhibition industries.

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SmartMeetings

JUNE 30, 2020

Drowning in a sea of protocols and guidance documents released daily by government agencies, venues and organizations? Expert groups are addressing each area, starting with a report on health and safety from the Meeting and Event Design group that is scheduled to be on the EIC website by early July. Preparing for Return to Meeting.

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Eventtia

JUNE 2, 2023

Event planning and organizing a fairly small meeting involving just five participants can be quite a challenge, especially if this is your first time. Some of the critical elements you should include in your budget are: Venue: both the rental cost and required insurance. Planning an event is difficult.

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StraussCA

APRIL 14, 2022

Zoom meetings and virtual events are just a small part of the massive digital spike caused by the pandemic. For virtual events, the health and safety measures do not impact attendees, but they should be considered if you are meeting any speakers or moderators to produce the event. Feasibility. Networking.

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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. We'll show you how to get the most out of strategy, opportunities, and tools available to strike the best deal with venues. Well, it seems that the party is over.

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StraussCA

JUNE 29, 2022

Location and Venue. Food and Beverage Selections. To establish your budget, consider how to pay for everything, including: Venue rental and insurance (if applicable). Food and beverage: don’t forget this is a variable expense dictated by attendance numbers. Fresh Location and Venue .

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 14, 2022

Dominguez joined Smart Meetings for a conversation about the future of the industry from PCMA Convening Leaders event at Caesars Forum in Las Vegas. It’s not that it’s impossible to meet,” Dominguez said, citing the 2,500 professionals who arrived for PCMA Convening Leaders and more than that for CES in Las Vegas last week.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 28, 2022

Now two years out from where we were at the pandemic’s genesis, one question continues to peck at the minds of meeting planners: “Can the fear of Covid be sufficient enough to trigger force majeure ?”. Because of code, [having that meeting] is impossible, or impracticable enough to trigger force majeure ,” Sheaks said, drawing an example.

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PCMA Convene

APRIL 2, 2018

In 2014, venture capitalist Ron Shah was deep into a month of internal meetings when the pipes burst in. He worked the phones in a rush, trying to clinch local hotel meeting rooms on short notice. Surely, he thought, there must be a less aggravating way to book small meetings. his building. He called it Bizly. “It

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Event Leadership Institute

OCTOBER 29, 2020

Read on for 33 questions to evaluate when planning for the return of in-person events, curated from planners who recently completed our Pandemic Meeting & Event Design certificate course. What is the event need/goal, and must the outcomes be achieved by meeting in-person? What changes should be made to food & beverage service?

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SevenEvents

OCTOBER 17, 2023

in this guide, we’ll reveal our ultimate blueprint for event budgeting, providing you with the insights, tools and knowledge you need to plan and execute an event that meets yours and your clients’ goals and exceeds their expectations. event planning is a complex but rewarding challenge that involves a lot of attention to detail.

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Event Leadership Institute

AUGUST 5, 2019

Alternative Venues 101. Museums are a type of alternative venue, which we define as a venue whose main purpose and design is for something other than events. This “invitation pull”, can result in higher attendance than a traditional venue. Ironically, food and beverage may not be allowed in the galleries where the art is.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 4, 2019

Date, venue and rates are critical and typically given priority in the earliest stages of the meeting planning cycle. If AV systems will play a dominant role in the event programming and/or require a large percentage of the meeting budget, convey those needs for equipment and labor in as much detail as possible as soon as possible.

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Event Leadership Institute

DECEMBER 10, 2018

Being the person that speaks up at a holiday event planning meeting and addresses tough, valid and scary concerns around the safety and well-being of your guests, could earn you the nickname Ebenezer Scrooge, but rest assured you will soar to the top of the “nice” list when you save Christmas! Event Insurance. Alcohol Management.

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Eventscase Blog

OCTOBER 6, 2022

Sometimes staffing may also be needed for specialised activities or to prepare entire venues, and this is why you should look for a staffing company with a diversified portfolio and with a proven track record to meet bespoke requirements. At Eventscase, we have worked with various clients from different sectors over the last ten years.

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SmartMeetings

AUGUST 26, 2020

APEX COVID-19 Business Recovery Taskforce leaders share insights on planning meetings during a pandemic. Drowning in a sea of protocols and guidance documents released daily by government agencies, venues and organizations? Preparing for a Return to Meeting. For highlights, read on. Advocating for the Future. Amy Calvert.

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Event Marketer

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

But within every type of venue or footprint the city offered were brand experiences —special events, one-of-a-kind photo ops, invite-only parties, one-night-only concerts and multiday activations that had people moving across the Strip, sitting for hours in traffic and standing in seemingly endless lines.

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Master the Event

APRIL 6, 2022

A meeting and event planner is one busy person. When you sit back and look at what’s required to plan and execute a program you really start to understand why a meeting planner would hire a third-party for assistance. It’s these next steps that many meeting planners find frustrating, yet vital in determining their event’s objectives.

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Smart Meetings

JULY 15, 2022

Previously, Patay was founder of and chief strategist for Patay Consulting, and she has also been a Smart Ambassador for Smart Meetings, contributing regularly to our online and print magazine with the latest in “Smart Style.” of meeting and event space. Richard Romane. Robin Flanz. Chris Caldwell.

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PCMA Convene

MARCH 7, 2017

In addition to data about quantifiable things like the size, frequency, costs, and types of meetings, our Annual Meetings Market Survey also captures a wealth of data in the form of comments in response to a series of open-ended questions. Last week we published comments about the meeting industry’s biggest challenges.

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Stova

MARCH 17, 2023

This guide will show you how to put together an event strategic plan, streamline your event marketing process and be a best-in-class meetings and events team. Introduction Planning a meeting or event of any size can be a daunting task for those who aren’t used to that level of orchestration.

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SmartMeetings

JULY 25, 2019

All-inclusive properties may seem like the holy grail of venues to meeting planners, and while they can make the planners job a lot easier, they don’t automatically guarantee a high-quality event. Ask the venue if there is anything special it is willing to do for your guests (remember to negotiate). That is up to the planner.

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Connect Your Meetings

MAY 4, 2017

To most, the idea of putting together a set of dates, a venue, a program, a speaker lineup, an education schedule, food and beverage orders, audiovisual packages, marketing materials and more is overwhelming, to say the least. 26 • Meeting Services Specialist. 38 • Program Manager, Conferences and Meetings.

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SmartMeetings

JUNE 11, 2018

In early April, Meeting Professionals International began promoting Going Local, a new certificate program. It teaches best practices for incorporating local food and beverages, culture and subject experts. DMCs are often able to offer choices meeting planners wouldn’t normally be able to have on their own, Lenington says.

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Eventtia

MAY 13, 2022

Whether it will be an in-person, virtual, or hybrid charity event Date and time (at least a rough timeline) Venue List of donors Marketing plan. The earlier you estimate an event budget, the more options you’ll have when planning the event: more venue options, more talent/entertainer options, and so on.

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Planning Pod

FEBRUARY 8, 2017

Often we as event professionals think of the attendee experience first – like food-and-beverage, venue location, speaker and entertainment considerations – and then tack on event security much later. In fact, we often approach it much like we do insurance. ” 6. .

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Eventtia

OCTOBER 9, 2023

What should you do when the venue you’ve booked becomes unavailable? Here’s how to structure your budget considerations: Allocate funds for venue and infrastructure. Ensure adequate insurance. Provide essential information: Mention the date, time, and venue. Here’s what to consider at this stage: Prepare the venue.

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Social Tables

APRIL 22, 2019

This way, you’ll be sure to meet important deadlines, stay within budget, and coordinate multiple parties smoothly. Some examples of timeline anchors include: A corporate client’s request to have a formal check-in meeting about the event two weeks before. They’re events that can’t be moved. They’re not flexible.

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MeetingsNet

OCTOBER 2, 2017

Industry attorney Joshua Grimes offers some tips that will keep meeting professionals from feeling at sea when they take their groups on a cruise. Cruise ships are an increasingly popular option for meetings and incentives, and for good reason. Are alcoholic beverages included? What are the service charges?

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PCMA Convene

JULY 30, 2019

When it comes to special requests, Strader has pretty much seen it all — and since the National Academies helps write national food policy, Strader “almost always has a healthy food option” for guests, he said. Strader’s catalogue of special food requests probably comes as little surprise to planners. Chef Andy Strader.

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Socio Events

AUGUST 4, 2021

When budgeting, pay special attention to the high-priced items such as the venue, food, activities, entertainment, and technology. Choose the Best Event Location and Venue. Secure a location and venue for your event’s chosen dates and times. PRO TIP: Work with vendors who offer disaster recovery and backup options.

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Eventtia

JANUARY 11, 2022

A live event, as we know, is an event hosted in a physical venue with in-person attendance. A hybrid event has both virtual and live attendees participate in the same event at the same time: live attendees at the venue, and virtual attendees attending online. Venue: create a shortlist of potential venues. Music festival?

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Planning Pod

FEBRUARY 8, 2017

Often we as event professionals think of the attendee experience first – like food-and-beverage, venue location, speaker and entertainment considerations – and then tack on event security much later. In fact, we often approach it much like we do insurance. Try it FREE today >> 4. ” 6.

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PCMA Convene

AUGUST 31, 2016

When it comes to special requests, Strader has pretty much seen it all — and since the National Academies helps write national food policy, Strader “almost always has a healthy food option” for guests, he said. Strader’s catalogue of special food requests probably comes as little surprise to planners. Chef Andy Strader.

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