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Event Management Versus Event Production: What’s the Difference?

Endless Events

Whichever option you choose, both vendors will make your event look effortless and high-quality. Your vendors should work so seamlessly that attendees don’t even notice all the hard work happening behind the scenes. . Sourcing vendors and crew. Vendor collaboration. But that’s pretty much where the similarities end.

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17 Common Event Planning Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

Social Tables

Neglecting to test your technology Any event that includes digital presentations, sound, or lighting cues should be rehearsed prior to the big day. Whether hosting a live, virtual, or hybrid event, rehearsing is an important part of the planning process, especially when digital technology or media are involved.

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Your 2021 Virtual Event Budget Checklist!

Endless Events

Includes everything from Google ads to vendor and sponsor associated costs. Creative Services: Talent management, storyboarding, speaker coaching. Pre-Production: Sourcing gear, rehearsals, pre-records. Equipment: Speakers, cameras, microphones, staging. Registration: Platform fee, service, charges, refunds, and more.

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Contingency Plans Save the Day for Events, Again and Again

Smart Meetings

We were thankful for the event to continue as planned, not only because the many performers and speakers had rehearsed and planned to be there, but also because our client was able to close out the celebration as intended,” says Miller.

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The 15 Biggest Event AV Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

Endless Events

Your AV company should be one of the first vendors you hire. If your room is exceptionally large the back row might need “delayed” speakers to provide additional sound. For example, if you have a surprise musical performance taking place let your AV company know so they can suggest the best speakers possible for the experience.

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The 10-Step Guide to Nonprofit Event Planning

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Operations Manager: An event operations manager oversees vendor communication. Operations managers negotiate prices, book vendors, place supply orders, and communicate vendor details between the planning team, venue, and benefiting organization. They research services, collect event quotes, and execute event contracts.

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5 Tips for Planning Franchise Conventions

Endless Events

You can honor franchisees who have stood out within the corporation as experts on certain topics, and you can invite them to the main stage as part of a speaker series or a panel discussion. Yes, franchisees attend your event to learn more about your company’s overall strategy and to connect with colleagues and vendors.

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