Conferences that Work

JANUARY 15, 2024

Governments have adopted biometric systems to meet security concerns. Clearview AI , an American facial recognition company, maintains a database of 20 billion matchable facial photos, many scraped from social media networks, which until 2022 was available not only to government agencies but also private companies. ” Really?

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Whether it is new faces across the negotiating table, evolving event technology or looming AI adoption , taking a risk is not something that comes naturally to many meeting professionals. There are 2,080 work hours in a year, according to the federal government. New ideas can be terrifying. Innovating takes work. Think about this.

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Endless Events

MAY 13, 2022

These soft skills help event planners manage everything that goes into event planning, for example choosing a venue, labor costs, attendee engagement, sponsorship opportunities, speaker management, and more. CGMP (Certified Government Meeting Professional by SGMP (Society of Government Meeting Professionals).

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Gallus Events

JANUARY 14, 2020

The Conference was saved by Madrid after the Chilean Government refused to host the conference owning to security issues. But somehow, Madrid and the Spanish Government pulled it off. Climate conferences seldom run smoothly and expectations for COP 25 were lower than most. degree Celsius increase,” he said.

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Event Industry News

MARCH 25, 2020

Performing Artistes is the division of f4 group that supplies speakers, hosts and presenters for a whole range of activities. Performing Artistes act as consultants; we negotiate fees, issue contracts, and provide a full liaison between client and celebrity from initial enquiry to the final execution of the event. How do we work?

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Eventsforce

AUGUST 18, 2021

So it’s important that you put aside your own unconscious bias when considering risk levels that can impact attendees, speakers, sponsors, and other stakeholders. No longer is it enough for any savvy event professional to rely on government guidelines. You may wish to make some rules non-negotiable. Everyone was in the dark.

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Social Tables

JUNE 12, 2024

AV suppliers work with an array of event technology, including conference calling equipment, high-def video screens, speaker setups, lighting design, and more. They may partner with local, state, or national government agencies to ensure events at all levels of notoriety are safe and secure. Security personnel.

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The MICE

JUNE 3, 2022

So we negotiated client-friendly terms for all cancelled trips under very good conditions, and for all projects which were upcoming, that the payment would be postponed as well. For example, my colleague called the government of a destination to ask how long the fully vaccinated status remains valid, and they had no answer.

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Eventmobi

JUNE 16, 2023

Grants Pursue grants from foundations, government entities , and corporate philanthropy programs to fund events and initiatives. From giving them designated recover space in your venue to offering a meet-and-and-greet with the speaker at your conference, offering premium add-on services or benefits will enhance the attendee experience.

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GEVME

JANUARY 26, 2021

A lot of industries have been affected due to lockdowns, restrictions and containment zones by governments across the world. It’s time you negotiate with these vendors because your in-person audience size has become small, and you need to divert your money to the virtual component as well. . Why has this transformation occurred?

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GEVME

JANUARY 27, 2021

A lot of industries have been affected due to lockdowns, restrictions and containment zones by governments across the world. It’s time you negotiate with these vendors because your in-person audience size has become small, and you need to divert your money to the virtual component as well. Why has this transformation occurred?

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GEVME

JANUARY 27, 2021

A lot of industries have been affected due to lockdowns, restrictions and containment zones by governments across the world. It’s time you negotiate with these vendors because your in-person audience size has become small, and you need to divert your money to the virtual component as well. Why has this transformation occurred?

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SmartMeetings

APRIL 3, 2020

Negotiation is more essential than ever for achieving cost savings, and planners should work closely with partners — including DMCs, hotels, speaker bureaus, and food and beverage vendors — to identify creative opportunities for doing more with less. Work with Partners—and Haggle. Content Matters.

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Conference Care

JUNE 4, 2020

As we began talking to our client about negotiations on the finer details of the venue contract for their Annual Trainee Conference, we established there was no plan B should they decide not to go ahead with a live event. Brief – Graduate intake and onboarding programme – Can we make ours work in this pandemic?

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Hubilo Blog

MARCH 7, 2020

They may be event tech enthusiasts, event planners , event speakers , but all of them are influencers for event enthusiasts and followers. With more than a decade of experience as a professional speaker, Dahlia founded The Meeting Pool , a great source of information for event professionals. Liz launched Liz King Events.

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Guidebook

JULY 17, 2016

Use your pre-event survey to get prospective attendees to vote on topics, speakers, workshops and more. Highly organized, with outstanding negotiation skills and a great customer service focus, Romy also trains and guides the Project Coordinators, and oversees all elements of the registration and housing databases. Mark Knowles.

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Eventory

JULY 25, 2018

You will have an opportunity to gather valuable information from the speakers and other attendees who will share their experience. The Creative Careers in Medicine Symposium is a one day event which will be organized in Auckland featuring a multitude of speakers who will discuss career opportunities in the healthcare industry.

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Canadian Special Events

DECEMBER 26, 2018

Force Majeure, arbitration and governing laws are sections in an AV Agreement that can be broken down further by a lawyer. Governing Laws. If you host an event outside your local province/country, you might be required to be governed by the laws within the province/country. Legal Jargon. Artist Illness.

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SmartMeetings

APRIL 1, 2020

Train speakers so that keynotes are up to speed on technology and techniques. As government agencies began issuing directives to limit the number of people in a gathering, requiring shelter-in-place, and hotels started closing temporarily, the question became even more complicated. He suggested the following process.

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PCMA Convene

DECEMBER 1, 2017

When he takes the stage as a featured speaker during a Networking Lunch at Convening Leaders, Nassetta — who previously served as chairman and chief executive of Host Hotels & Resorts — will share what he sees for both Hilton and the hospitality sector in the short and long term.

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Endless Events

DECEMBER 4, 2018

Do our speakers and influencers reflect our brand well? Fortunately, WiFi costs are negotiable. Buffer is already doing this, making sure their funded events have visible women and people of color among its speakers. government agency tasked with protecting consumers: the Federal Trade Commission or FTC.

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Stova

MARCH 20, 2023

With over 45 in-depth speakers & sessions and over 1,350 minutes of content, you will leave the two-day event with practical takeaways and ideas to keep you ahead in the digital economy. Be inspired and learn from 85+ disruptive speakers from the world’s leading organizations. Find the complete list of host cities here.

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SmartMeetings

OCTOBER 20, 2016

For the first time this year, IMEX America, in conjunction with American Society of Association Executives (ASAE), hosted a dedicated leadership stream for senior management to address the challenges facing association leaders including governance, volunteer management, cyber security, membership engagement and growth.

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Event Guru

MAY 5, 2023

This may involve coordinating speakers, creating schedules, managing logistics, and promoting the event to the target audience. Additionally, these events often feature motivational speakers, industry experts, and internal leaders who share valuable insights and knowledge.

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PCMA Convene

JULY 31, 2016

From stories about fax machines to photos of 3D projection mapping, from advice about negotiating piles of paperwork to a roundtable discussion among female CEOs, we’ve gone from serving an industry in its infancy to one that has come of age. Does a planner’s attitude make a difference when negotiating with hotels?”

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SpotMe Blog

JUNE 29, 2023

Strict laws govern how pharmaceutical companies can market their products to ensure ethical practices. When sponsoring or attending conferences, symposiums, and other live engagements, companies must follow rules around giveaways, presentations, booth activities, and speaker programs. Regulatory compliance is non-negotiable.

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