SmartMeetings

DECEMBER 13, 2019

See also : Win at Negotiating AV Services with Hotels. However, since that’s not the world most of us inhabit, here are a few tips I’ve picked up from meeting planners over the course of my 14 years as a keynote speaker. Negotiate Your AV Costs Before Signing a Contract. See also : How to Master the Art of Negotiating.

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Endless Events

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

Let’s take the skill of hotel contract negotiations ; novice planners tend to feel overwhelmed by the nitty-gritty details of hotel contracts and often learn as they go. To prevent them from signing a bad contract, we’ve put together five tips to help them navigate the surprisingly complex world of hotel contracts.

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SmartMeetings

AUGUST 31, 2023

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. Prepare to Research : When looking for the “perfect” boutique property or unique venue, traditional search methods may not be enough.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 22, 2023

Over the last year, Smart Meetings wrote about contract and budgeting tips and trends this year for the event planner who wants to keep on top of their financials, so they can keep creating memorable experiences. Tips for Negotiating Your Next Big Event Contract Cheryl M. In short, think big.

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Bizzabo

AUGUST 13, 2018

These 10 tips will help you find the perfect conference venue. 36% of event planners spending most of their budget on the venue , choosing a event space becomes o. 36% of event planners spending most of their budget on the venue , choosing a event space becomes o. Source: American Express.

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GEVME

SEPTEMBER 7, 2018

We all know how hard it can be to find the right venue for an event. As possibly the hardest decision in event planning, choosing the right venue is one of the most important factors in making your event a hit. You saw the pictures of the venue option online, and you were impressed by what you saw.

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Endless Events

OCTOBER 8, 2019

You might want to put your best suit on because today we’re talking about hotel contract negotiations! And being a planner is stressful enough as it is, so when you add choosing a venue for your event to the equation, there’s a high probability your heart rate goes up. Can I Negotiate Venue AV Charges?

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StraussCA

MARCH 7, 2024

However, here are some practical strategies and three essential tips for building resilience and adaptability. Tip #1: Get Smart with Financial Management Efficient event planning within budget constraints begins with a thorough financial assessment.

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Event Farm

OCTOBER 11, 2016

Event pros, want more tips for how to plan a successful event? Negotiate You may think ‘negotiate’ and expect this to be right at the beginning of the event planning process, and you’d be entirely right. Know your venue By this I don’t just mean you have been to the venue before and have done a site visit.

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Endless Events

DECEMBER 13, 2022

Whether you opt for an in-person or hybrid event, you need the right venue to create a truly captivating experience. Newbie event planners will often pick a venue, negotiate a deal with them, and sign the venue’s provided contract. . Why should you let your venue dictate what happens at your event? Management.

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GEVME

MAY 21, 2018

Think about the ways to minimize expenses through sponsorships ; price negotiations; and partnerships with suppliers, vendors, or venue hosts. 6 tips for optimizing a corporate event budget. If you’re planning a charity gala or a holiday celebration, there is definitely a need for some decorations at the venue.

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Eventscase Blog

OCTOBER 24, 2023

It’s important to understand what corporate event planning is before we offer any relevant tips. Tips for Success in the Corporate Event Planning World Event managers must pay attention to the tiniest details since the event’s outcome directly impacts the company’s goals and brand image.

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MeetingsNet

NOVEMBER 8, 2022

Hotels are currently in the driver’s seat when it comes to meeting negotiations. In today’s super-heated seller’s market, it pays to book venues as far out as possible. Here are a handful of ideas to help you find a venue that will fit your budget. Creative Venue Cost Cuts. • Tried-and-True Venue Cost Cuts. •

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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? Look for Synergies When Booking Venues For corporate planners aiming to efficiently source for their next event, Shaffer offered up some initial tips. What should you include in the RFP?

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Planning Pod

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

Give away free wedding tips As a seasoned wedding planner, Shaun is packed with insider tips on how to plan the perfect big day. When you’re thinking of what tips you can share on your social channels, think about the areas in which you shine or what questions always seem to come up during the wedding planning process.

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Event Marketer

JULY 17, 2023

If you’ve noticed a recent uptick in dog-friendly events and venues, you’re not alone. For more best practices on creating dog-friendly experiences that are as safe and enjoyable for fur babies as their human counterparts, we tapped Valuska for her top tips. A tidal wave of pet adoption gripped the U.S. What can we do to avoid those?”

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Gallus Events

SEPTEMBER 11, 2018

I’ve seen my fair share of risky events taken to market and in this post I want to share some of my tips to reduce the risks of your next event. . So here goes: My Top Ten Tips to Reduce Event Risk. Even if a venue is chasing you to sign, you should hold off until you are sure of the number of attendees.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 11, 2018

On the heels of multiple studies showing that event professionals are increasingly being asked to do more with less, Smart Meetings asked a veteran planner for tips on how to create “wow” on a budget. Consider multi-year contracts: Finding new venues every year can be time consuming for all parties involved. Contracting.

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SmartMeetings

JANUARY 18, 2018

Negotiating: never, ever accept the hotel’s first offer, experts agree. You know from experience that hotels always leave wiggle room to negotiate down. The post Negotiating the Perfect Multiyear Contract appeared first on Smart Meetings. With a careful eye to the details, a multiyear contract can be your friend.

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Planning Pod

AUGUST 14, 2023

In this article, we’ll cover catering tips for large groups, choosing the best catering management platform to streamline your business and everything else you need to know to grow your catering business and organize successful events. Here’s how to take your event to the next level with catering tips for large groups.

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Endless Events

APRIL 4, 2023

From balancing a budget to finding the perfect venue and speakers, you’ve got to juggle a lot to put on an all-star event. Follow these ten tips to master pharma event management and boost your brand. Set and Follow a Budget Your budget will affect everything from your venue to your programming and marketing.

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GEVME

NOVEMBER 7, 2018

Knowing how to prepare a venue for an event is one of the key points in event planning. Choosing a venue for an event is also one of the first negotiation points as well. The rest of the preparation process will depend on the decision made about the venue. How to find and choose a venue. The type of event.

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Endless Events

JULY 26, 2019

There are WAY too many variables to cover and every venue is going to be different. There are a lot of steps you can take to ensure you understand WiFi and tips to guide you when planning for event WiFi. We have compiled our 10 best tips for how to make sure you have the best event WiFi. Venue Negotiations .

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SevenEvents

MAY 26, 2023

from selecting the right venue to managing logistics and ensuring attendee satisfaction, there are numerous aspects to consider. to help you navigate the event planning process with ease, the experts from seven events, a UK event management company, have compiled a list of ten invaluable tips from our UK experts. to find out more.

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Attendease

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Here are some tips for managing corporate event planning across multiple teams and stakeholders: Create a master project plan with milestones, deliverables, and deadlines. This includes considering your internal resources (budget, stakeholders, event management software) and external resources (sponsors, vendors, partners).

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MeetingsNet

APRIL 10, 2023

How robust does your event network need to be, and what’s negotiable? Negotiating for this must-have service is a regular part of the job for Klein, ( below ) CEO of M-Plus Global Events, and he shared his advice on the topic during a session at Catersource + The Special Event in late March. How does the venue price its internet?

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Event Planning BluePrint

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

Now, I’m here to pass on tips to cost-effective event planning, ensuring your understand event budgeting since it’s a key component of being an event planner. Start with the total amount you can allocate to the event, and then break it down by categories, such as venue, catering, entertainment, and decor.

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Bizzabo

AUGUST 25, 2021

Here’s our tips on what to consider. Read on for our tips on how to create an event contingency plan that will keep you calm, cool, and collected when planning your in-person, hybrid, or virtual events —no matter what variant comes your way. Venue Contracts. Event organizers are going to help venues know what to invest money in.

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SmartMeetings

JANUARY 2, 2018

I have heard of planners negotiating out this fee,” says Lauren Wolfe, a lawyer who publishes the website killresortfees.com. The post You Can Negotiate Away Annoying Hotel Fees appeared first on Smart Meetings. Does this mean meeting planners, or their attendees, are stuck paying them?

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Decibel Management

APRIL 28, 2021

I recently had the pleasure of guesting on Les Goldberg’s 39th episode of LMG’s The Road Ahead podcast , alongside Lauren Chelf from AOAC International, and Diane Kovats from ISCB, to discuss negotiating and navigating event venues through the COVID-lens. Determine venue staffing needs. Hotel room rates are often negotiable.

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Smart Meetings

JULY 7, 2023

The International Brotherhood of Teamsters which represents 340,000 UPS workers considering a strike, walked away from the negotiating table with the company this week, starting a countdown to July 31 when the union vows to strike. Restock for onsite offices: Order new items for onsite offices through Amazon and ship directly to the venue.

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GEVME

NOVEMBER 7, 2018

Knowing how to prepare a venue for an event is one of the key points in event planning. Choosing a venue for an event is also one of the first negotiation points as well. The rest of the preparation process will depend on the decision made about the venue. How to find and choose a venue. The type of event.

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Floktu

DECEMBER 15, 2020

Whether you’re planning a large scale or small gathering, follow these 5 tips for a successful event. . Help everyone maintain hygiene standards by providing hand sanitiser in convenient locations while making sure your venue has plenty of room for your guests to socially distance whether at a table or while mingling.

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Eventinterface

AUGUST 30, 2019

Finding a venue that is not only affordable but meets all your requirements can be a struggle. However, spending some time getting a venue that fills all your needs at the right price is certainly worth it. We’ve put together some of the best ways to cut event costs without compromising on event quality or success. UTILITY COSTS.

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Eventinterface

AUGUST 30, 2019

Finding a venue that is not only affordable but meets all your requirements can be a struggle. However, spending some time getting a venue that fills all your needs at the right price is certainly worth it. We’ve put together some of the best ways to cut event costs without compromising on event quality or success. UTILITY COSTS.

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Stova

MARCH 17, 2023

The Event Planner's Guide to Venue Sourcing and the RFP Process This guide examines a shift event professionals are experiencing in negotiation power with venues. We'll show you how to get the most out of strategy, opportunities, and tools available to strike the best deal with venues.

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SevenEvents

JULY 12, 2023

In this blog, we will discuss ten essential tips for a new event management professional joining an event agency, focusing on ROI-driven event management, leveraging the expertise of other professionals, and personal development. negotiate with vendors for favourable pricing, and identify areas where savings can be made.

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