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The Cost of Conscience

PCMA Convene

A Bold Decision ACA (American Counseling Association) Annual Convention & Exposition in San Francisco, California, Sunday, March 19, 2017. ACA had booked Nashville for 2017 five years in advance, after an exhaustive site-selection process. Ultimately, ACA chose San Francisco. THE COST OF CONSCIENCE.

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The fastest way to save time and money

Plan Your Meetings

1 challenge cited by your peers from New York to San Francisco was 3 reasons why your RFP goes unanswered , but planner-supplier relationships, AV management and safety were also key. If you need expert assistance negotiating contracts or finding sites, hiring a third-party planner might be necessary. I need a CVB.”.

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How to Plan an LGBT-Friendly Meeting or Event

SmartMeetings

It starts with site selections—being aware of city and state policies, including laws that could be discriminatory,” Clapes says. Apply the “Force Majeure/Excuse of Performance” clause : Demand this clause during negotiation. Evaluate city policies and attitudes prior to committing. “It Set the Stage for Inclusivity.