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Peer-to-Peer Connections Matter for Career Advancement

MeetingsNet

After covering the meetings industry for 32 years, one of the few things I know for sure about this business is that nobody would hire me to be a meeting planner. Read the story in our digital magazine now , or read it online at MeetingsNet.com as of Monday, March 11.)

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The Art of Room Blocks

SmartMeetings

Set up the contract to allow for a post-meeting audit. This catches any rooms that were booked by meeting attendees outside of the room block. As soon as you know meeting registration is not meeting original forecasts: Negotiate with the hotel to release back some meeting space (if possible). Our quick save?

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4 Ps and 3 Tips for Inspiring Incentive Travel

SmartMeetings

We have the expertise to know what resorts and venues will work best for their specific needs, as well as our negotiating clout and global connections. ” Engage your DMC early—they might have existing relationships with hotels and venues in your desired destination and can help with negotiations.

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Getting More Value from Conference Keynote Speakers

Velvet Chainsaw

Here’s what some organizers are asking for and getting: Pre-Event Content Marketing – Customized promotional video or interview, webinar, article contribution for newsletter, blog, podcast or magazine, social channel engagement. Develop a list of prioritized concessions (value adds), just like you would for hotel negotiations.

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Partner Your Way Through the Post-Pandemic Surge

SmartMeetings

Hotels are now less likely to negotiate rental fees and other typically negotiable line items. You can subscribe to the magazine here. The post Partner Your Way Through the Post-Pandemic Surge appeared first on Smart Meetings. With inflation also at play, room rates and F&B pricing are higher.

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Job Hunting During COVID: What Meeting Professionals Need to Know

SmartMeetings

Access one of our many webinars , which provide relevant information that can increase your meetings knowledge. Not only can you step up your education virtually, but you can also familiarize yourself with the hybrid landscape—which is key if you plan on returning to meeting planning when things ramp back up.

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Interviews with Planners - Greg Jenkins

Eventinterface

Jenkins and his firm are the recipients of the prestigious Gala Awards by Special Events Magazine for Best Event Produced for a Corporation - Budget $100,000 to $249,000 and Best Event Design - Budget $20,000. He has also served for several years on the editorial advisory board of Event Solutions Magazine. In closing.