Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 1, 2021

Smart Meetings asked some urban hotel executives what they are seeing in their ballrooms today, what types of groups are returning, what protocols are being required and what are some creative uses of the space they have seen. of meeting space. Each person is required to show proof of vaccination before entering the meeting space.

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MeetingsNet

NOVEMBER 8, 2022

Hotels are currently in the driver’s seat when it comes to meeting negotiations. Find out the tax rate and which meeting elements are and are not taxable in your host destination, then check again close to your meeting dates to ensure nothing has changed. is to hold the meeting on site at the office.

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GEVME

NOVEMBER 7, 2018

Choosing a venue for an event is also one of the first negotiation points as well. In order to carry out a targeted search for a venue, it is first necessary to determine the general conditions and criteria that a given venue must meet. Food and beverage. Wi-Fi, tech, outlets, etc. Food and beverages.

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Planning Pod

AUGUST 14, 2023

If you’re unsure where to start, provide forms or surveys during the event registration process so guests can easily enter their dietary needs, meal preferences, and other key details, such as food allergies. You don’t want to run out of food halfway through your event, so take steps to ensure you have plenty of food available.

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SpotMe Blog

MAY 31, 2023

After providing the tech and expertise to help leading life science and pharma and Fortune 500 companies run 10,000+ successful in-person events for the past 20+ years, we’ve consolidated what we know into the best planning and technology guide. Get quotes from different vendors and negotiate the best deals.

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SmartMeetings

DECEMBER 22, 2016

Smart Meetings regularly offers free webinars that cover a range of valuable topics, from contract negotiation to sourcing strategies. In this webinar, Smart Meetings 360’s sourcing experts teach you how to narrow down destination options, get the most out of site visits and make your RFPs more desirable to hotels.

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Stova

MARCH 16, 2023

The Strategic Meetings Management Guide Successful strategic meetings management requires a wide array of skills and tools to help you meet stakeholders' expectations and reach your goals. Within this guide, you will receive the tools and knowledge to become a meeting strategist for your organization.

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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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The Castle Group

MARCH 2, 2021

Invite key groups that make sense to meet physically, such as local/regional participants or teams where in-person collaboration and team building is critical to business success. A smaller in-person group will allow you to ensure that you meet the proper capacity limits for your in-person guests. Think tech.

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Eventmobi

JULY 5, 2023

You want to look at: Your organization’s needs What your sponsors can afford to pay What competitors are offering What the overall cost of your event is Every event is different, but make sure you’re meeting industry standards! Maintain open lines of communication with potential sponsors throughout the whole negotiation process.

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The Castle Group

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

A freelance event professional might be your best option when you are looking to fill a staffing gap, manage a small-scale meeting, or have a small budget. Working with an agency can help save time and money due to the company’s efficiencies, negotiating expertise, and vendor relationships/purchasing power.

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Hubilo Blog

AUGUST 27, 2018

Negotiation capabilities. · Food and Beverages. Any event is empty without a picture taken by attendees of food, desserts, and heart stealing beverages. Food and beverages keep the cool and calm of the attendees and acts as an initiator for engagement. Discounts offered on the venues. Powder rooms.

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Stova

MARCH 17, 2023

Introduction Every year, executives are tasked with reimagining the machine in a way that meets the aspirations of the CEO, and the constraints of the CFO. Three cost-saving tactics executives are currently deploying to make their event budget plan: Controlling costs on hotel rooms, meeting rooms, food and beverage, concessions, and travel.

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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. Pharma meeting planners are experts in social media marketing, email campaigns, media partnerships, and more to maximize HCP attendance and participation. They can often negotiate better deals and availability.

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All Seated

OCTOBER 4, 2022

“In New York, we have seen clients spend double what they spent for the exact same event pre-pandemic, and that would be inclusive of venue, food, AV, and other expenses,” says Liz King Caruso, CEO at techsytalk. Inflation has been dominating the news headlines not just in New York but all over the globe. inflation rate. Be Transparent.

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PCMA Convene

MARCH 6, 2019

That was the — tongue-in-cheek, we hope — response from one participant in Convene’ s 28th Annual Meetings Market Survey to the question, “What is your No. Client politics, controlling costs for space and services, and contract negotiations were top of mind for some respondents, as was finding diverse speakers. AV and F&B costs.

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zkipster

MAY 5, 2022

Our meetings with luxury brands, agencies, airlines, arts organizations and event producers provided fascinating insights into the ways events, hospitality and doing business in Dubai and Abu Dhabi are similar to the rest of the world, and what makes them unique. DANIEL DESSAUGES | CEO | ZKIPSTER. DANIEL DESSAUGES | CEO | ZKIPSTER.

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SmartMeetings

MARCH 17, 2017

Bizly: Meetings on Demand. Got a last-minute meeting? Bizly provides instant booking for meetings in major cities. The app lets users browse curated, local hotel venues as well as choose food, beverages and other amenities for groups of up to 40 people.

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Social Tables

MAY 14, 2019

And to create an experience, every little piece of the event needs to map back to the purpose, from the venue to the food. While attendance is a mark of success no matter the meeting purpose, success usually has multiple layers. But that’s not to say you can’t negotiate. Submit your RFPs & get ready to negotiate.

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Eventtia

JANUARY 11, 2022

For a successful hybrid event, you’ll need to pay attention to at least these tech aspects: lighting, A/V equipment (speakers, video cameras, microphones, mixer, etc.), Remember that your tech equipment should cover both your virtual and live attendees’ needs. Check and recheck technology equipment. and internet connectivity.

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Eventtia

OCTOBER 9, 2023

If you’re hosting or streaming any part of the event online, consider platform subscription costs, camera setups, and other associated tech expenses. Negotiate terms. Negotiate mutually beneficial terms. Confirm the needs of media attendees and VIPs and make arrangements to meet those needs. Guarantee technical support.

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Stova

MARCH 20, 2023

After all, meeting with colleagues and other industry professionals face-to-face or virtually can be an incredibly valuable and worthwhile experience, no matter your goals. With an expected 14,000 meetings between Exhibitors & Buyers, AIME will deliver real value to anyone that attends in-person or virtually.

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PCMA Convene

JUNE 30, 2016

Tell that to meeting professionals, however, and they might grumble. I know where my negotiation points are, and where I can bring expenses down to create more value for the company.’”. Tate, CMM, senior manager of finance and events for Petco Animal Supply Services. “‘I Possibly. “I

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SmartMeetings

OCTOBER 20, 2016

There were more reasons than ever to attend IMEX America 2016, the biggest three-day exposition for incentive travel, meetings and events, which concluded yesterday at Sands Expo and Convention Center at The Venetian | The Palazzo Las Vegas. Among the initiatives that IMEX America has introduced to meet this need is the EventTechTours.

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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. Make your event as invisible as possible to the public.

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PCMA Convene

JULY 31, 2017

In participating in the nominating process for our Best in Show awards program this year, DeBolt, director of meetings and events for PLM World, singled out Roberta Tisdul, CMP, senior convention services manager for Visit Indy, in our Convention Services/CVB category. Then she had more to say. Teamwork seemed to be a theme this year.

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PCMA Convene

JULY 31, 2016

I n a real sense, Convene , which was launched in 1986, grew up alongside the meetings profession. As late as 1980, there was no textbook on meeting or exposition management and only one accredited college program devoted to its practice, former Convene editor Peter Shure pointed out in a 2003 story in the magazine.

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EventPlanning

OCTOBER 29, 2019

People love to meet new people, especially for business reasons. Most venues make their money on alcohol and food sales. You keep the ticket sales and the event venue makes money off of food and drinks sales. Use some negotiation skills to get the group discount at an even lower price! It’s a win-win situation.

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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. Make your event as invisible as possible to the public.

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Planning Pod

APRIL 12, 2020

Like a sales meeting to train and motivate your sales force. Where would be the ideal location for these attendees to meet? Style – What should the theme or tone of the event be (luxury/high-end, modern, tech oriented, rustic, etc.) What kind of experience would resonate the most with these attendees?

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Planning Pod

JULY 25, 2019

Event management software is a broad category of applications devoted to applying project management principles and processes to planning, promoting and running events of all kinds, including meetings, conferences, corporate events, galas, fundraisers, parties and weddings. and you have quite a bit to consider regarding pricing. ClearEvent.

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Planning Pod

JULY 25, 2019

Event management software is a broad category of applications devoted to applying project management principles and processes to planning, promoting and running events of all kinds, including meetings, conferences, corporate events, galas, fundraisers, parties and weddings. and you have quite a bit to consider regarding pricing. ClearEvent.

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Cvent: Event Marketing

APRIL 10, 2019

More people mean a larger venue and more food, but it could also mean a greater return on investment. The venue, food, and entertainment are high-price items. Check out Meeting and Event Budgeting Made Easier for a few tips. Meeting and Event Budgeting Made Easier. How many attendees will attend your event?

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