Social Tables

APRIL 22, 2019

A long-term event planning timeline refers to a chronological series of events and actions that take place over a period of time. Anchors are non-negotiable deadlines that are often determined by key stakeholders and partners. Confirm speakers and gather biographies. Confirm all your event speakers or special guests.

Event Planning 138

Event Planning Food and Beverage Events Venues 138

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.

Insurance 122

Insurance Food and Beverage Venues Events 122

Planning Pod

JANUARY 25, 2017

In-kind sponsorship opportunities (this could be a long list but can include food, beverage, printing, a/v, entertainment, transportation, decor/floral, PR, etc.). “The best way to start forming relationships with sponsors is through social media,” says Julie Austin, CEO of Speaker Sponsor. Website marketing.

Sponsorships 128

Sponsorships Social Media Negotiating Marketing 128

Guidebook

JANUARY 8, 2024

From picking a venue and speakers to ensuring you’ve sent out thank you notes and running a post-event debrief, there’s a lot to think about. Look into associated costs like food and beverage, AV, and parking – are these included, where can you negotiate? Will you have paid speakers, performers, or special guests?

Event Planning 78

Event Planning Food and Beverage Social Media Insurance 78

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.

Insurance 60

Insurance Food and Beverage Venues Events 60

Stova

MARCH 17, 2023

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. Food How much will food cost? Or perhaps it's having an impressive venue or a top industry keynote speaker.

2023 40

2023 Food and Beverage Social Media Negotiating 40

Social Tables

APRIL 17, 2019

You can even download a free copy of these simple event statistics to reference anytime. Some seating issues we heard back about in our seating survey included participants having trouble understanding the layout, not being connected enough to the speaker, and needing more spatial/seating flexibility for networking. ” 17.

Hotels 149

Hotels Food and Beverage Negotiating Venues 149

Capterra Event Management

FEBRUARY 14, 2018

Bookmark it, print it out and mark it up, and reference it whenever it’s time to kick off your planning process. It’s a breakdown of what you’d like to see go into and come out of your event, and can touch on speakers, revenue, attendees, and media attention. Let’s dive in! Develop a vision for your event.

Social Media 110

Social Media Food and Beverage Advertising Speakers 110

Cvent: Event Marketing

APRIL 10, 2019

Your event has a purpose from the beginning, which will drive content, speakers, and the venue. 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. Building the Perfect Event. It starts simply. Let’s start simple.

Event Planning 46

Event Planning 2019 Food and Beverage Social Media 46

Planning Pod

AUGUST 24, 2019

Important Note: There seems to be some confusion in the event industry (and even in Google’s search results) as to what event marketing actually is, and this is because some people use the term “event marketing” to refer to events that are planned for the purpose of promoting and marketing a specific brand, product or service.

Event Marketing 131

Event Marketing Marketing Social Media Speakers 131

Planning Pod

AUGUST 24, 2019

Important Note: There seems to be some confusion in the event industry (and even in Google’s search results) as to what event marketing actually is, and this is because some people use the term “event marketing” to refer to events that are planned for the purpose of promoting and marketing a specific brand, product or service.

Event Marketing 60

Event Marketing Marketing Social Media Speakers 60