Smart Meetings

JANUARY 4, 2019

Date, venue and rates are critical and typically given priority in the earliest stages of the meeting planning cycle. However, leaving audio visual (AV) equipment services to the end could be a costly mistake, especially when negotiating these services with a hotel. Areas for Negotiation. Timing is Everything.

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SmartMeetings

JULY 28, 2023

Set up the contract to allow for a post-meeting audit. This catches any rooms that were booked by meeting attendees outside of the room block. As soon as you know meeting registration is not meeting original forecasts: Negotiate with the hotel to release back some meeting space (if possible). Our quick save?

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Velvet Chainsaw

JUNE 29, 2016

More quality options result in a buyer’s market…now and in the years ahead. 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. What to Look For.

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MeetingsNet

JANUARY 26, 2018

Let’s face it: This year will be tough for meeting planners. Not only are we in a seller’s market, but planners will also face tighter budgets, higher meeting costs, and less bandwidth. So, what happens when an unstoppable force (supplier price increases) meets an immovable object (meeting planning budgets)? .

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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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SpotMe Blog

JUNE 13, 2023

That’s why we’ve created a list of examples of the top pharmaceutical meeting planning companies we have experience with. Promotion and marketing: Spreading the word about your event to the right audience is key. They can often negotiate better deals and availability. It is not for commercial purposes.

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Stova

MARCH 16, 2023

A traditional board meeting, on the other hand, may require a more formal setting. Going over the details like the number of attendees and available dates are basic steps in meeting planning. This is a bit of a joke, but they may very well have expectations regarding food and beverage that you may be unaware of unless you ask.

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