Bizzabo

AUGUST 13, 2018

These 10 tips will help you find the perfect conference venue. 36% of event planners spending most of their budget on the venue , choosing a event space becomes o. To make it a bit easier, here are 10 tips for choosing a great venue for your next corporate event, conference or a trade-show. Source: American Express.

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MeetingsNet

NOVEMBER 8, 2022

In today’s super-heated seller’s market, it pays to book venues as far out as possible. Here are a handful of ideas to help you find a venue that will fit your budget. Creative Venue Cost Cuts. • Tried-and-True Venue Cost Cuts. • Negotiate multi-year contracts with the same venue or hotel chain. Event-Tech.

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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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Event Marketer

MAY 17, 2021

In fact, in a survey of our audience, 96 percent of respondents said their agencies shifted products and services due to the impact of COVID-19. Take for example the shift expected in food and beverage experiences, and how solutions once considered more spectacle than strategic, like Makr Shakr’s robot bartender, will come into play.

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Social Tables

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

Acting as an event venue opens restaurants to the revenue potential associated with event rental and catering services—revenue with higher profit margins than traditional food service. Public restaurant events Public events generate buzz in the community and help attract new customers to your event venue.

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GEVME

JUNE 25, 2021

For instance, there are lesser overheads now, which earlier came in the form of booking an event venue, arranging food and beverages, etc. But the good side is that the cost of booking a venue, travelling, arranging food, beverages, gift giveaways will all be eliminated in virtual corporate events.

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GEVME

JUNE 25, 2021

For instance, there are lesser overheads now, which earlier came in the form of booking an event venue, arranging food and beverages, etc. But the good side is that the cost of booking a venue, travelling, arranging food, beverages, gift giveaways will all be eliminated in virtual events.

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Eventmobi

JULY 5, 2023

Maybe it’s venue rental, marketing expenses, speaker fees, technology requirements, accessibility support, or catering costs. According to a 2022 survey by The Partnership Professionals Network and Dynamic Benchmarking , one reason sponsors’ objectives aren’t achieved is because associations don’t know sponsors’ goals. Going virtual?

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Planning Pod

JUNE 10, 2022

Catering software has become one of the most popular ways to streamline operations among caterers, restaurants, hotels and event venues, and for good reason … because it enables venue and catering businesses to automate processes, create timesaving workflows and serve customers better with fewer staff. Top Features.

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 6, 2018

That’s among the key findings of the first Latin American edition of IACC’s “Meeting Room of the Future” survey , which was done in concert with IBTM Americas. They want interactive activities, networking opportunities and venues that are technologically advanced,” said another respondent. Technology: Responses were mixes.

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PCMA Convene

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

We recently came across a story Convene published in January 2013 reporting on a survey by the Watkins Research Group which asked meeting planners that very question: Imagine it’s the year 2022 and you’re still planning large meetings. And the major difference is that no one complains about the food! What’s different?

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e2m.live

FEBRUARY 4, 2019

A survey report published by ARtillry has claimed that by 2022, it is expected that the global augmented reality ad revenues will top 2 billion USD. In less than ten years, the event tech market will nearly double. AI is the event tech of the moment. Before we go in too deep, let’s look at the numbers. billion by 2022.

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SmartMeetings

OCTOBER 25, 2021

Going into full hostess mode, she arranged for a hospitality suite stocked with food and a changing room in case early arrivals wanted to hit the beach before the welcome reception. “I An overwhelming majority of survey respondents said they are getting back into the physical meeting room. A Meaningful Return. Physical Limitations.

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All Seated

NOVEMBER 2, 2018

Polling – Whether it’s a simple Facebook or Twitter poll, or a more in-depth, branching electronic survey, planners can quickly gather insights and feedback on a variety of topics. Crowdsourcing – Wondering what keynote to book, discussion topics to include or venue to choose? What are your MUST-HAVE tech tools?

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The Castle Group

AUGUST 16, 2023

You look at the components to strategically determine the program goals, select a date and venue, and finalize a budget. From behind-the-scenes tech tours to tips and tricks on boosting your event marketing strategies, there are always ways we can optimize the methods we use every day.

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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. But how can you make the most of your event app to make a substantial profit?

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SmartMeetings

OCTOBER 28, 2020

Some of those costs may be offset by fewer people attending in person, meaning less food and beverage, hotel rooms and travel costs will be incurred. Venues: A great deal of uncertainty about the right way to meet still exists. That reality puts a premium on clear communication with the venue partner.

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QC Event School

DECEMBER 30, 2022

Venue selection. Your client is a large tech company that is looking to host an exclusive event for the launch of their new product. We have extensive experience in planning and executing a wide range of projects for clients within the tech industry, including product launches, conferences and special events. Staffing needs.

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SmartMeetings

DECEMBER 21, 2020

In a survey by Endless Events , it was found that only 5.3 Good places to start are by making sure your venue has WPA-encrypted Wi-Fi; uses password managers, such as Dashlane and Lastpass , which creates strong, randomized passwords for stronger protection; and uses two-factor authentication for logins. Cybersecurity.

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Socio Events

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

Leverage event tech to promote connection and enhance in-person events Inflation continues to impact the events industry, and with less money in their pockets to travel, attendees expect modern in-person events to include virtual elements. . The prices of food and beverage, venue rentals, and shipping and logistics continue to rise.

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SpotMe Blog

JUNE 13, 2023

Things like target audience, messaging, venue selection, and budget are all part of the planning process. Logistics management: From booking the venue to arranging travel and accommodation for attendees and speakers, experienced pharma event planners handle all the logistical details. This minimizes risk to your organization and brand.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 12, 2022

An expanded exposition floor at Mandalay Bay Convention Center was brimming with activity Tuesday as an estimated 10,000 people flowed through hosted buyer appointments, education sessions and nearly 400 booths representing more than 180 countries, venues, technology vendors and suppliers. And almost a third were new since 2021.

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e2m.live

FEBRUARY 7, 2019

the events industry contributes more to GDP than even movie production (source: A survey conducted by Meeting Professionals International). 1: Shrinking budgets: According to 2019: Global Meetings and Events Forecast, survey respondents have said that despite a huge increase in events activities, there is a modest increase in budgets.

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Connect Your Meetings

OCTOBER 28, 2016

A meeting package—also known as a day meeting package, day delegate rate or 24-hour rate—is a concept where the components provided by a conference venue are included in a per-person package. Around 65 percent of venue members said planners are starting to request new package inclusions. Collaborative Tech on the Rise.

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Eventmobi

FEBRUARY 3, 2021

Physical event attendance will continue to face limitations in terms of venue capacity and travel restrictions for at least the first of half of 2021. Extra expenses include: Venue rental, stage setup, lighting, and AV recording equipment Onsite staffing and supply costs (catering, cleaning, security, PPE) Travel and transportation.

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Eventtia

OCTOBER 9, 2023

What should you do when the venue you’ve booked becomes unavailable? Survey and inspect the chosen location. Here’s how to structure your budget considerations: Allocate funds for venue and infrastructure. Provide essential information: Mention the date, time, and venue. Evaluate multiple store locations if available.

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Bizzabo

SEPTEMBER 21, 2018

Knowing how to find the right event venue is critical to any event marketing campaign. The best approach to venue sourcing should involve an haphazard internet search for locations in your preferred area. However, the key to finding event venues is to carefully lay the foundation of your search. Venue Management Tools.

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Eventmobi

JUNE 23, 2020

The planners will need to know what they are shopping for and how to provide their clients with the correct platform and tech support to run their online portion of the events. It also means adding the tech team to the space and incorporating and embracing the online event timeline. Valerie Bihet, Director, VIBE , Miami, FL.

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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. Cost-saving.

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Endless Events

AUGUST 1, 2018

Having only a small range of food options. While food isn’t high on the list of reasons why people attend music festivals, it really can’t be ignored. When you provide a limited range of food options for event goers, you’re less likely to please them. Food and beverage staff. Nourishment.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 12, 2022

An expanded exposition floor at Mandalay Bay Convention Center was brimming with activity Tuesday as an estimated 10,000 people flowed through hosted buyer appointments, education sessions and nearly 400 booths representing more than 180 countries, venues, technology vendors and suppliers. And almost a third were new since 2021.

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Stova

MARCH 16, 2023

That means you will know the most efficient way to source your meeting venue, what event software to use, how to properly budget for your event, and finally how to measure your total meeting spend and return. Here’s how to source a meeting venue that is perfect for your attendees, budget, and organization. Speaking of which.

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Endless Events

JULY 26, 2018

In fact, “a survey found that 75 percent of millennials believe businesses are too focused on their own agendas”. If your client is a tech company that prides itself on sustainable values, your key speaker about a particular aspect of tech shouldn’t be someone who publicly disagrees that climate change is happening.

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MeetingsNet

NOVEMBER 7, 2018

While both scenarios require the same amount of tech prep and rehearsal time, bear in mind that the reactive scenario will influence: Scheduling: There is less time, as the corporation is attempting to correct or explain a wrong impression and will want to get its case out to the public as soon as possible. Branding: Nothing over the top!

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Planning Pod

JANUARY 12, 2021

Opening an event venue comes with a long checklist of items that must be in place for a successful launch … and chances are, as a new event space entrepreneur, you’ve probably already read a dozen or so articles that have run you through the basics. Sign up for a free trial today!

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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. Research and Vendor Contracting Research potential venues to come up with a shortlist. Check venue availability and pricing. Negotiate terms and specifics with the venue.

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SmartMeetings

DECEMBER 29, 2016

It provides more than 10,000 hotel rooms and nearly 300 restaurants and major conference venues, including Georgia World Congress Center and Atlanta Convention Center at AmericasMart. Austin: This lively city is best known for its 250 live-music venues, but that only begins to tell its story. Power survey. of event space.

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