Convene by PCMA

AUGUST 16, 2023

The properties include the luxurious Four Seasons Hotel Miami, Intercontinental Miami, and The Palms Hotel & Spa, which has Green Globe Certification. After their events, convention organizers and attendees can participate in a program to donate items to help the environment and benefit the Greater Miami community.

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Endless Events

JUNE 21, 2018

It’s vital you use the right vendors when planning a safe event so that you know the equipment, but also the setup is up to scratch. We’ll talk about how to ensure you’re using the right vendors for this shortly. Ask your vendors the hard questions and make sure their products and practices are safety-compliant too.

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Vendor Events Planner Insurance 265

Eventtia

MAY 16, 2022

In this guide, we will discuss all you need to know about event insurance, and we’ll cover: The concept of event insurance Why your event needs event insurance Different types of event insurance The cost of event insurance How to file a claim when things go awry Obtaining certificates of insurance for the event. What is Event Insurance?

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Insurance Vendor Certification Events 62

Bizzaboo

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

Generally, this can include being conscious of the food or items you buy and making more sustainable choices to benefit the environment (e.g., ☐ Check out the Events Industry Council’s Sustainable Event Standards (EIC-SES) and consider pursuing EIC-SES certification. eating less meat or buying used clothes).

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Sustainability Management Transportation Events 106

Bizzaboo

SEPTEMBER 29, 2022

Generally, this can include being conscious of the food you eat or the items you buy and making more sustainable choices to benefit the environment (e.g., Check out the Events Industry Council’s Sustainable Event Standards (EIC-SES) and consider pursuing EIC-SES certification. eating less meat or buying used clothes). .

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Event Planning Sustainability Events Virtual Events 111

Sojern

JANUARY 18, 2022

In addition, we are proudly branded with the Hotel Tech Report’s “certificate of excellence” which signifies vendors who build products and services their customers love. . Sojern has benefits to us, makes us more visible on different channels that we normally can not reach. Why We’re Excited About This .

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Achieve Incentives

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

In this blog, we share some of our top insights to help you orchestrate an event in a metropolitan area while leveraging the benefits a city offers and avoiding costly missteps that can impact your event’s success. Don’t: Forget to find vendors who embrace your organization’s values. Don’t: Forget to check the fine print.

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Transportation Vendor Incentives Events 52

Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 12, 2022

An expanded exposition floor at Mandalay Bay Convention Center was brimming with activity Tuesday as an estimated 10,000 people flowed through hosted buyer appointments, education sessions and nearly 400 booths representing more than 180 countries, venues, technology vendors and suppliers. And almost a third were new since 2021.

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AltexSoft Travel

MAY 29, 2023

Here, we will cover all the accreditation types, their application process, and benefits to help you make an educated choice. So, what are the main benefits of having an IATA accreditation? Basically, the benefits are the same provided by IATA: ticketing capabilities, credibility, and access to reporting tools. How to apply?

Travel 59

Travel Travel Travel Agent Airlines 59

Bizzaboo

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

The benefits of using checklists for event planning speak for themselves. ☐ Secure a printing and promotional vendor. ☐ Establish and secure additional vendors (e.g., ☐ Secure a certificate of insurance (COI). . ☐ Secure a certificate of insurance (COI). But how do you make a checklist for an event?

Conference 98

Conference Sponsors Virtual Events Speakers 98

MeetingsNet

OCTOBER 29, 2018

Since most event planners work with outsourced tech vendors, we put together this list of tech fundamentals that will help you align event needs and goals. To avoid any roadblocks come load in time, have your Certificate of Insurance (COI) up-to-date and ready. Load In / Load Out. Technology Labor.

Planner 91

Planner Vendor Insurance Contracts 91

Motivation Excellence

AUGUST 22, 2019

New subscribers will benefit from both the existing info and the new additions. Whether it’s a high-dollar gift card, a certificate for valuable services or admission to a top conference, expand your email subscriber list with prizes they’ll really want. Get accurate data analysis.

Social Media 130

Social Media Automation Booking Trade Show 130

ITA Group

JANUARY 14, 2021

This shift is due to the changing relationship between vendors and partners. Partners and vendors alike are realizing there is a lot more choice in who to work with and what they value most out of these relationships. It’s become a relationship where both parties, the vendor and partner, must find value.

Vendor 66

Vendor Training Incentives Telecommunications 66

Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 12, 2022

An expanded exposition floor at Mandalay Bay Convention Center was brimming with activity Tuesday as an estimated 10,000 people flowed through hosted buyer appointments, education sessions and nearly 400 booths representing more than 180 countries, venues, technology vendors and suppliers. And almost a third were new since 2021.

Attendee 130

Attendee Airlines Tourism Tourism 130

AltexSoft Travel

NOVEMBER 24, 2021

Instead of connecting with thousands of vendors separately, an online booking platform can integrate with just one GDS — and tap into the almost exhaustless source of information. million lodging properties, car rental APIs for 40 car vendors, rail booking APIs for 50 rail carriers, and. Sounds like a bargain, doesn’t it?

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Airlines Automation Contracts Contracts 52

Bizzaboo

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

The benefits of using checklists for event planning speak for themselves. ☐ Secure a printing and promotional vendor. ☐ Establish and secure additional vendors (e.g., ☐ Secure a certificate of insurance (COI). . ☐ Secure a certificate of insurance (COI). But how do you make a checklist for an event?

Conference 52

Conference Sponsors Virtual Events Speakers 52

Stova

MARCH 16, 2023

For example, a meeting intended to work as a brainstorming session may benefit from having a non-traditional set-up with bean bag chairs and personal whiteboards where attendees can jot down ideas as they hit. Negotiate favorable rates with offsite venues and vendors. Inquire about restrictions on vendors.

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Convene by PCMA

OCTOBER 10, 2022

Over the last three years, organizations have seen and felt the benefits of sharing and leveraging knowledge as they leaned on each other to help overcome the challenges of the pandemic — a phenomenon that happened both within networks and in individual venues. .” — Shawna McKinley. Learn and Earn.

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Sustainability Events Consulting Advertising 98

Eventtia

JANUARY 20, 2023

Features Attendee Management Attendee Tracking and Reporting Badge Management Budgeting/Forecasting Attendee Profiles Customizable Branding Email Marketing API CRM Electronic Payments Online Registration Vendor Management Pricing: Starts at $2,950 per year, though it has a free plan and a free trial.

Registration 48

Registration Automation Vendor Platform 48

Eventtia

JANUARY 20, 2023

Features Attendee Management Attendee Tracking and Reporting Badge Management Budgeting/Forecasting Attendee Profiles Customizable Branding Email Marketing API CRM Electronic Payments Online Registration Vendor Management Pricing: Starts at $2,950 per year, though it has a free plan and a free trial.

Registration 48

Registration Automation Vendor Platform 48

AltexSoft Travel

JULY 14, 2022

Though some vendors have solutions tailored specifically to the needs of DMCs (e.g., Experiential travel benefits local communities. That brings along direct social benefits – from immediate income generation to overall infrastructure development – which is one of the main aspects of sustainable travel. Here are some ideas.

Travel 105

Travel Travel Affiliate Booking 105

Social Tables

MAY 22, 2019

But food from local farmers also gives your client’s food a brighter and fresher look–and, in many cases, you can work with local vendors to save on the food costs using in-season produce they’re looking to sell before it goes to waste. Contact Us: hello@socialtables.com +1 (877) 973-2863 Request Pricing ?

Planner 139

Planner Trends Venue Training 139

Endless Events

FEBRUARY 24, 2020

There are no 100% certifications around. And I think one of the big issues with the event production company and AV company is that you can just title yourself on an event production company because you want all the benefits. I think that’s what’s also really interesting as well.

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Production Events Contracts Contracts 232

Social Tables

JANUARY 12, 2023

Planners work with vendors, suppliers, and venues to coordinate meal service, event staffing, negotiate pricing, and so much more. Pro planners are constantly on the lookout for exciting new event venues, vendor options, potential suppliers, and other resources. A keen eye is required for event planners who want to remain competitive.

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Planner Vendor Certification Event Planning 145

Eventtia

OCTOBER 10, 2023

Some events may benefit from allowing attendees to customize merchandise. LinkedIn Use LinkedIn to discover industry leaders or vendors in the online registration software. Ask for documentation or certifications that demonstrate their compliance.

Registration 118

Registration Online Automation Platform 118

Endless Events

NOVEMBER 29, 2021

Grip makes it very easy to show interest in other attendees and participating vendors. Their Elevate LMS and EthosCE provide a community platform supporting course building, certifications, collaboration, and e-commerce. . Grip is the event platform that makes networking and hosted-buyer conversations easier. Albert’s Aha!

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Convene by PCMA

AUGUST 4, 2023

With more than 250 years of cumulative event experience and an average of 16 years of industry experience, CM staff are well-versed in producing events of all kinds — and more than half boast industry certifications, including CMP, CEM, and DES. Creativity and Innovation CM’s team of event professionals thrive on creativity.

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Management Logistics Site Selection Vendor 52

AltexSoft Travel

SEPTEMBER 16, 2020

This article explains how host agencies work, what benefits they offer to travel professionals, and how to choose the right fit out of endless options. However, the Cruise Lines International Association is the only organization that offers a cruise-focused certification program. What is a host travel agency?

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Gavel International

OCTOBER 24, 2022

Offer better benefits. According to Nadine Evans of Employment Benefit News, “U.S. Bring in a professional agency to support you where you need it the most, such as researching the venue, negotiating with your vendors, tapping an existing vendor network, or augmenting onsite support. Pay existing employees more.

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Automation Meeting Social Media Training 40

Stova

JULY 17, 2023

5 Benefits of Event Tech Consolidation 1. Vendors must prioritize interoperability and open APIs to facilitate data sharing and system compatibility. At Stova, we offer training and certifications for our clients to ensure their questions are answered and they are experts in our products, too. These include: 1.

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Event Technology Technology Technology Platform 52

Convene by PCMA

JANUARY 31, 2022

For insights about the future of business events, planners should follow the money in other adjacent areas, like “the shift in revenue for online education at the college level,” Bothwell said, “and shifts in investment in education, advanced certification, online learning and development outside traditional institutions.” No, not at all.

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Bizzaboo

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

Promote continuing education and other certifications Highlight the opportunity for attendees to earn professional development credits or certifications by attending specific sessions. You can also create pre-event podcast episodes featuring event speakers, vendors, sponsors, and exhibitors.

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ITA Group

DECEMBER 16, 2021

In turn, program updates also help vendors and brands create an improved customer experience. Provide them with key benefits, specialization, tiers, certification, etc. It's important to look at your channel partners as companies you want to share success with, not organizations to exploit for your own benefit.

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Trends Incentives Affiliate Training 76

Motivation Excellence

DECEMBER 9, 2019

When it comes down to it, people care about how much an activity will benefit them. Sometimes, the benefit is directly connected to the event like earning a certificate at a realtor convention. Sometimes, you have to create a benefit for your attendees. Thankfully, finding incentives is not difficult.

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Incentives Advertising Seminar Social Media 130

Convene by PCMA

AUGUST 25, 2021

Many respondents pointed out how they took the time to learn new skills, with a number of them earning their Digital Event Strategist (DES) certification. NEW SKILLS/CERTIFICATIONS. Obtaining my DES certification (10 mentions without specifics). Creating a digital shopping experience connecting buyers and vendors.

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Virtual Events Contracts Contracts Trade Show 98

Meeting Tomorrow

JUNE 21, 2022

As many planners found over the last two years, there are dozens of hybrid events benefits, including sustainability. Selecting Venues & Vendors With a Strategy. Does this mean hybrid events will be the panacea for reducing the carbon emissions from the events industry? Even fully virtual events require electricity.

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Sustainability Virtual Events Events Transportation 65

CSI DMC

OCTOBER 5, 2023

This extra layer of support can be invaluable during shortages, ensuring qualified staff, material shortages or vendor overwhelm can be more effectively mitigated. Beyond environmental benefits, these choices will demonstrate support for the local community, foster attendee engagement, and align with your organizational values.

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Destination Management Management Vendor Training 40