TicketBud

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Now, imagine showing up to the event, hearing that most speakers backed out after not getting paid, and then being asked to help cover the costs of the event’s outstanding hotel bill of $17,000. Gather information on the event’s requirements to estimate expenses accurately. These aspects influence every budgetary decision.

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SmartMeetings

FEBRUARY 26, 2018

A keynote speaker that connects with the audience can be the difference between an event that is memorialized in tweets and snaps for years to come and one that is forgotten before the pen in the swag bag runs out of ink. By locating the right keynote speaker , you’re ensuring an entertaining and informative event. Extra Credit.

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MeetingsNet

APRIL 17, 2023

Increase your visibility and share your knowledge: The call for speakers is now open for the MeetingsNet track at The Special Event. We invite you to submit an idea for an informative session, sharing meeting expertise or research that can help event professionals to succeed. The deadline for is June 16.

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SmartMeetings

MAY 7, 2018

Research shows that women are often very good at negotiating on behalf of others, but are not as successful when negotiating for themselves. You can change that by preparing yourself to negotiate. Here are five simple steps that can empower you as a negotiator and increase your chances of getting what you deserve.

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Hubilo Blog

FEBRUARY 25, 2020

Why have a keynote speaker at your event? This where you need keynote speakers at your event or conference. Often event planners find it difficult to find an easy reference list of keynote speakers or guest speakers for various industry segments. Keynote speakers in Marketing and Sales. Seth Godin Who is he?

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 3, 2023

Master planner consultants offer 6 tips for negotiating your next corporate event Does this sound familiar? Include enough information in your RFP to show the value of your program to perspective hotels. Remember, everything is open for negotiation so make sure you are getting what you’re paying for.

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Hubilo Blog

FEBRUARY 25, 2020

Why have a keynote speaker at your event? This where you need keynote speakers at your event or conference. Often event planners find it difficult to find an easy reference list of keynote speakers or guest speakers for various industry segments. Keynote speakers in Marketing and Sales. Seth Godin Who is he?

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Attendease

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Include logistical details, session descriptions, speaker bios, FAQs, and personalized calls-to-action to drive conversions. Pssst, event marketing software can help with this.)

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Tito Blog | An Event Blog for Organisers

SEPTEMBER 19, 2019

Sourcing conference guest speakers can be quite the challenge, especially if you’re trying to reach out to as diverse a pool of potential presenters as possible. The site provides a directory of women and gender non-binary speakers who, as the name would suggest, focus primarily on design in their talks. 3) Great Black Speakers.

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SmartMeetings

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

Negotiation experts share tips for building win-win event contracts The ROI is in the details when drafting a vendor contract. Edwards asks for additional upgrades, valet parking validation for VIPs and speakers. “We And remember, everything is open to negotiation. What should be an addendum and what belongs front-and-center?

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SmartMeetings

JULY 7, 2017

While there’s no foolproof way to know, here are ten signs that the speaker you’re thinking of retaining will be just fine: 1. A professional speaker recognizes the importance of accessibility and thus offers you a direct phone line. Going further, many speakers also offer their home number. Is highly accessible.

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Attendease

JUNE 5, 2023

However, the reality is that the more information that you share, the higher likelihood of a successful fit and partnership. It can also get frustrating quickly though when, during the training and onboarding process, it feels like you need to start all over again, restating the same information that was previously given.

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GEVME

MAY 16, 2018

However, communication with vendors, partners, and speakers is most often handled personally by an event planner. The power of negotiation: Your budget may not always be super generous. The power of negotiation: Your budget may not always be super generous. Important details to communicate.

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SpotMe Blog

MAY 31, 2023

Congresses, medical standalones, cycle meetings, speaker training, town halls – the possibilities for in-person events are endless in the pharmaceutical industry. You can see demonstrations, ask questions, and engage with speakers and other attendees. Get quotes from different vendors and negotiate the best deals.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

Michelle Poler, author of “Hello Fears” and keynote speaker, suggested moving toward the things that scare us because in that direction lies growth. She reported that attorneys who work with these companies say they like the experience better than negotiating with a human. The enemy of success is not failure, but comfort,” she said.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 11, 2021

To make the journey a little smoother, we asked some of the top-rated speakers from our Smart Meetings Experiences over the last year to share the one thing you should do right now to position yourself to thrive next year. Speaker, Drummer for P!NK, And then your behavior is what informs the consequences or outcomes of your life.

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MeetingsNet

NOVEMBER 8, 2022

If there’s a mass-transit stop near your hotel, provide attendees with clear information on using the destination’s mass-transit options. Negotiate for the host hotel to provide complimentary town-car service for your speakers and VIPs. • Try getting a sponsor for this. • Tried-and-True Ground-Transportation Cost Cuts. •

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SpotMe Blog

AUGUST 25, 2022

These are events where all speakers are physically present at the event venue. These are events where all speakers are physically present at the event venue. These are events where speakers and attendees are physically present at multiple venues (i.e. Participants can also interact with speakers. Live hybrid events.

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Stova

AUGUST 24, 2023

Compare quotes, negotiate pricing, and evaluate the value each vendor brings to the event. Create a Detailed Budget Breakdown Creating a detailed budget breakdown is non-negotiable. Negotiate terms, explore package deals, and seek out partnerships that can offer mutual benefits.

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Event Farm

MAY 5, 2021

As pandemic conditions continue to change, do you feel that you must wade through wave after wave of information to seek answers and solutions to plan safe live events? During the virtual session, the speakers shared their candid thoughts and approach to the different components within the playbook, and below is the recap of the discussion.

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Event Leadership Institute

FEBRUARY 7, 2018

So your client (or company) is in the middle of planning their signature event or company meeting, and they’re turning to you to come up with ideas on who the speaker should be that will inspire the crowd, while also not costing a fortune. Understand your speaker budget. Take them out to a speaker dinner?

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Event Industry News

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

The day promises a stellar line-up of speakers including the chief economist of Lloyds Bank, a UK hostage negotiator and Virgin Atlantic’s head of customer service who will offer valuable insight about mindset change, culture change and leadership change. For further information and to register your attendance, click here **.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 11, 2018

Most properties will negotiate for a lower price if they can lock in the business for two or three years. Tap your speakers’ bureau. Rather than contacting speakers individually, save time by negotiating with multiple speakers using an expert familiar with their style to determine a good fit for your event’s purpose.

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TicketBud

DECEMBER 5, 2023

To keep these flagship events at the forefront, plan ahead to book venues and secure highly sought out entertainers, speakers or vendors. Seeing how audiences engage with content can inform plans for your next event, giving you plenty of time to refocus and adjust if needed. Remember, logistics take time.

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TicketBud

OCTOBER 4, 2023

This information will help you evaluate the success of your event, identify areas for improvement, and allow you to make informed decisions for future events. This is important to preserve trusting, working relationships. Use your follow-up as an opportunity to gather feedback from everyone involved.

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Planning Pod

JUNE 23, 2023

With artificial intelligence, event planners and venue owners can analyze metrics to make informed decisions for future events, create event agendas, and ensure successful events. From there, you can provide the AI tool with a prompt, including information about the event and the desired topics for your agenda.

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PCMA Convene

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

If I talk less, I can be better at negotiating.’ That itself is kind of a superpower — to be someone who goes through life making the lives of the people around them better in little ways, and honestly getting better information.” Then it was, ‘Oh, wow. This is like a gift.’ This is like a gift.’ It always requires intention.

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MeetingsNet

JUNE 17, 2019

While most planners are becoming savvy in terms of what and how much to order, Wi-Fi is still largely uncomfortable to negotiate for and manage onsite. Find out what questions to ask when negotiating Wi-Fi and managing onsite. Speaker: Timothy LaFleur, CMP. Identify and understand the risks and perceptions around public Wi-Fi.

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ePly

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Then take that information and develop an audience persona and a compelling event message to accompany it. Gathering and confirming your speakers, etc. Negotiating your vendor pricing (get everything in writing). Setting a structured timeline with non-negotiable deadlines (but be sure to include some undisclosed buffer time).

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Eventmobi

JULY 13, 2023

Think back: what do you remember about the event speakers from your most recent event? Getting the right speakers for your event can make or break the success of your conference, trade show, or seminar. But finding the perfect speakers can sometimes feel like searching for a needle in a haystack! Motivational speakers.

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Master the Event

DECEMBER 13, 2023

This is an ideal set up for a keynote speaker or for conference meeting were the format is more presentation style. As the name suggest this is an ideal set up when you require your conference attendees to write down information that they will receive during the meeting. Negotiating meeting rooms are commonly set up this way.

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International Institute of Event Management

APRIL 9, 2014

One of the most important parts of an event is the guest speaker. Why hire a guest speaker? Hiring a guest speaker or presenter may increase attendance at your next event, and will be sure to add value. Hiring a guest speaker or presenter may increase attendance at your next event, and will be sure to add value.

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Eventtia

OCTOBER 9, 2023

What should you do when your key speaker suddenly cancels five days before the event? Expand your online presence: Event Website: Create a dedicated landing page or microsite that can provide all necessary information, from event details to product previews. Negotiate terms. Initiate conversations.

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Eventtia

OCTOBER 10, 2023

Also, it will help you identify your event’s requirements and the non-negotiable capabilities for its success. By diligently setting your budget and understanding the pricing structures of available platforms, you can make an informed decision, ensuring the software meets your event’s demands and aligns with your financial framework.

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Eventmobi

JULY 5, 2023

Maybe it’s venue rental, marketing expenses, speaker fees, technology requirements, accessibility support, or catering costs. Collect contact information Try to start with the person responsible for handling sponsorships at your company of choice. Identify your needs You might start by asking: how do I find sponsors for an event?

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Eventtia

MAY 18, 2022

How much you’ll have to pay to fulfill all the requirements specified in the rider really depends on the artist and how complex their performance is; if the artist just needs a microphone, a speaker, and their guitar, you probably won’t have to shell out too much.

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ePly

MARCH 26, 2024

Common types of goals for events might include the number of attendees, the amount of information delivered, or the total profit accumulated. This typically means developing a desirable lineup of performers, speakers, and/or presenters for your event.

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