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Getting More Value from Conference Keynote Speakers

Velvet Chainsaw

Be sure to allow a minimum of 45 minutes for the main speaker. Develop a list of prioritized concessions (value adds), just like you would for hotel negotiations. According to PCMA Convene’s 25 th annual Meeting Market Survey, organizers invest 7 percent of a meeting’s direct expenses into speakers and entertainment.

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The best pharma event management companies in 2023

SpotMe Blog

That’s why we’ve created a list of examples of the top pharmaceutical meeting planning companies we have experience with. They can often negotiate better deals and availability. Pricing and Value While budget is always a consideration, don’t choose a pharmaceutical meeting planning company based solely on the lowest bid.

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Conference Planning Resources – It’s All About the Planning

Master the Event

The conference and meeting planning world has become one of the more important commerce producing sectors. One of the keys to the success in this industry are the conference and meeting planners that organize, plan and deliver the ultimate in meetings, tradeshows, conferences, seminars and product launches.

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Planners Scrambling as Bomb Cyclone Hits East Coast

SmartMeetings

Weather advisories being issued from Florida to Maine have prompted airlines to offer re-accommodations, and planners to consider their options. says meetings planned for even the most heated patio are being moved indoors—and staying there. “It Plan on delays. How cold will it get? What can planners do? Move it inside.

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The Ultimate Event Strategy Guide 2023

Stova

Event Strategy Framework What is the Difference Between Event Planning and Meeting Planning? Simply put, the only difference between planning a meeting and planning an event is scale. Meetings tend to be smaller and intended for an audience that is limited in scope.

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What Makes for Good Internships?

PCMA Convene

We loop them into all of the main communication. So the interns should learn how you negotiate that type of situation.”. Peggy Marilley, founder of Alexandria, Virginia–based Precision Meetings & Events, thinks working with students keeps her ahead of the curve. Then we try to give them ownership of a project.

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Top 99 keynote speakers every event planner must know about

Hubilo Blog

Oren is one of the world’s leading experts on sales, raising capital and negotiation. Dr. Li is a keynote speaker at many academic or influential conferences, including the World Economic Forum, the Grace Hopper Conference 2017 and the TED2015 main conference. What is she known for? What is he known for? Where to find him?

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