Social Tables

FEBRUARY 17, 2017

If you are currently looking for a caterer, or know of someone who is, here are 10 helpful tips for choosing the perfect vendor: 1. Be sure to check online sources as well. There are limitations to doing this, but there are also cost-friendly benefits. Consider your personal needs and event size. Better events, less stress.

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Vendor Certification Preparation Contracts 122

Traveler's Q

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

Your wedding is one of the most important days of your life, and you deserve nothing but the best when it comes to choosing vendors. Researching and Selecting Wedding Vendors Researching and selecting wedding vendors can be a daunting task. Start by identifying your priorities and budget.

Vendor 130

Vendor Consulting Communications Communications 130

AltexSoft Travel

MARCH 24, 2022

But B2B payments are just as important – those are the payments between a hotel and its partners such as online travel agencies (OTAs) , travel agents, travel management companies (TMCs) , corporates, and so on. First, there are credit cards used both at the point-of-sale terminals and online, when paying via your booking engine.

Online 52

Online B2B Vendor Automation 52

Endless Events

OCTOBER 18, 2022

After the event, they put all their content online on demand. But in 2020, the pandemic forced us to take our events online. . Event platforms and other online platforms are a great way to connect with your community at any place, any time. Hubspot achieves all of the bullet points above. 3 EVENT MARKETING STRATEGY TYPES.

Event Marketing 347

Event Marketing Marketing Marketing Events 347

Endless Events

AUGUST 16, 2019

Often, vendors will ask for additional event insurance coverage that is more specific to your particular event. . Once you have your basics covered though, certain vendors or events will require special coverage. Sometimes, a vendor will ask you to provide a waiver of subrogation. Should I Pay for a Damage Waiver from a Vendor?

Insurance 366

Insurance Vendor Certification Events 366

Smart Meetings

JUNE 21, 2023

They started having frank conversations with partners working on the next three years of events and vendors who had submitted RFPs, but had not been selected. “An That format brought its own set of challenges and benefits. Thanks to all the vendors, sponsors, student volunteers & speakers.

Logistics 315

Logistics Vendor Education Trade Show 315

Social Tables

APRIL 20, 2023

From online tools, resources, and event planning software options to tips from the experts—this list has it all! Disregarding the benefits of a solid backup plan Just when you think you’ve prevented every possible hiccup, something will inevitably go wrong. Complicated vendor setup. Activities starting late.

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Event Planning Rehearsal Vendor Social Media 141

Social Tables

JUNE 29, 2023

From online community awareness campaigns to out-of-the-box nonprofit event planning ideas, thoughtful preparation can help increase the success of fundraising activities. Meet with representatives from the benefiting nonprofit to get a better understanding of their mission, values, and purpose.

Event Planning 78

Event Planning Social Media Vendor Advertising 78

Smart Meetings

MAY 31, 2022

Either way, meeting planners need to organize with both online and physical attendees in mind. One of the big benefits of hosting a hybrid or virtual trade show is that it’s easy to increase accessibility. Be sure to partner with sophisticated virtual meeting technology vendors that feature AI-based tools.

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Meeting Social Media Trade Show Technology 307

Eventtia

OCTOBER 20, 2023

Event Budgeting Benefits Fundamental to the performance of any event, event budgeting involves multiple benefits one can take advantage of. Similarly, a previously available service or product might become scarce, requiring a vendor change or strategy. Decor and Ambiance Scale of Decor: The visual feel of your event matters.

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Vendor Events Venue Entertainment 117

Endless Events

AUGUST 15, 2018

As for event photography, consider how the on-stage branding will appear online – whether in official event photography, or those taken by attendees and posted to social channels. Can be part of your event production package – fewer vendors to coordinate with, equals one less thing to worry about.

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Conference Vendor Production Speakers 391

Conferences that Work

APRIL 11, 2022

By “suppliers” I mean vendors of products or services, and sponsors. Often, vendors meet with practitioners at a tradeshow, and sponsors (who are usually vendors too) get opportunities to address practitioners. How to maximize the benefits of meetings and sessions that include both suppliers and practitioners.

Meeting 118

Meeting Vendor Sponsors Attendee 118

Convene by PCMA

AUGUST 28, 2023

Here are the key components she shared in her session: Benchmarking of current demographics and spend — Moore said that she has worked with clients who have never known the demographics of their suppliers and vendors. And of course, the pushback is, ‘Why is that even important if we’re meeting the clients’ needs?’”

Vendor 98

Vendor Consulting Organization Contracts 98

Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 6, 2018

As the IoT market matures, vendor consolidation will likely occur, creating a smaller number of vendors with more cohesive system offerings. Bringing everyday devices online and connecting them to each other introduces enormous efficiencies, optimizations and applications. The Dark Side of Hotel IoT.

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Hospitality Trends Automation Vendor 175

Meet Green

MAY 7, 2021

How are you supporting different business classifications and/or supporting local businesses when selecting vendors? How does making content available online after an event benefit all attendees? During our recent #MeetGreenChat we talked about social equity and posed questions to help all of us start taking action.

Social Media 98

Social Media Speakers Vendor Registration 98

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

Social Tables

JUNE 22, 2022

Encourage community members to attend, bring goods to donate, and learn about the benefiting organization. Benefit concerts are an entertaining and enjoyable way to bring the community together in support of a charity or organization. Impress community members with a charity concert.

Events 147

Events Promotion Seminar Sponsors 147

Social Tables

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

Charge a small per person entry fee, and request that vendors agree to donate a small percentage of their earnings to the cause. Invite local companies, donors, and organization supporters to enter the contest, set up vendor tables, or perform live cooking demonstrations. Having trouble securing concessions or food vendors?

Organization 78

Organization Social Media Sponsors Events 78

Gavel International

JULY 24, 2023

Strategies For In-Person Meetings Use local vendors When you choose local vendors for supplies and services, you greatly decrease the amount of fossil fuels emitted, and air pollution created, in two ways: The vendor does not have to transport the goods a long way or travel a long distance to provide their services.

Meeting 52

Meeting Vendor Communications Communications 52

Eventtia

JUNE 8, 2023

Virtual event management The quick rise of online events has quickly forced us to take our know-how of in-person event management and adapt it to the virtual world. Finding venues (or online event platforms), vendors, speakers, sponsors, etc.

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Management Logistics Events Speakers 109

Smart Meetings

AUGUST 3, 2021

Expos are a place for attendees to meet with vendors, which allows them to be able to see and touch new products. Professional speakers also benefit from the totally virtual events as they can speak at multiple events in a day. We can also secure bigger speakers for less money as they don’t have to travel.” The Virtual Advantage.

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Remote Speakers B2C Sponsors 280

Bizzaboo

OCTOBER 11, 2023

of organizers say they have changed or plan to change their event management software vendor within the next year 72.5% But focusing on the essentials can lead to missing out on innovative new functions that leading vendors provide continuously. Consider this data from our State of in-person B2B conferences report : 68.9%

Event Technology 105

Event Technology Technology Technology Registration 105

Bizzaboo

APRIL 27, 2023

There are a variety of benefits that come with CSEP Certification. For details on the structure of the exam and testing periods — and to learn more about the online event planning classes — check out the ILEA website. To keep up to date with industry best practices, those with CSEP certification must re-certify every five years.

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Certification Event Planning Trade Show Planner 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

Leonardo

APRIL 13, 2021

They need the best media distribution solution on the market, and their previous vendors simply weren’t cutting it. . When looking for a new media distribution vendor , Magnuson needed a provider with : . P owerful direct integrations to major online travel agents .

Media 52

Media Platform Automation Travel Agent 52

Eventtia

MAY 11, 2022

Location: whether it’s an online/virtual or an offline event. On-site lead coordinator: the go-to person for anything that happens on the day of the event at the venue, the main contact for the venue for the vendors, exhibitors, sponsors, etc. However, you can simply put a rough time frame for the event (i.e. next March).

Event Planning 123

Event Planning Sponsors Registration Events 123

Social Tables

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

Create marketing content that outlines the powerful benefits that attendees will gain from the event. Market event hashtags and promote online discussions prior to the event and keep an eye on drastic usage changes during the event. How do you improve engagement in online meetings? Listen to your audience.

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Social Media Registration Virtual Events Audience 176

Traveler's Q

APRIL 3, 2023

For example, online registration forms can be used to allow guests to easily sign up for your event, and this data can then be integrated into a customer relationship management (CRM) system. Eventbrite Eventbrite is an online event management platform designed to help corporate event planners create, promote, and manage events with ease.

Organization 130

Organization Contracts Contracts Events 130

Convene by PCMA

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

Full results of the survey will be published in the upcoming December issue of Convene and soon online. Our organization is a nonprofit that benefits young people. The lack of responses from vendors, and when they don’t read the details of the RFP issued.” What would you change about your job?

Contracts 59

Contracts Contracts Events Logistics 59

Bizzaboo

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

But focusing on the essentials can lead to missing out on innovative new functions that leading vendors provide continuously. Consider past performance and current events to predict whether each vendor is positioned to innovate. Make sure to speak with referral customers and read online reviews about the platform’s reliability.

Event Technology 98

Event Technology Technology Technology Registration 98

Convene by PCMA

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

We wanted to show the community the importance of meetings and events and how bringing people outside of Madison to our community benefits everyone,” said Gard about the event, not only with the “infusion of spending” in the destination but by growing an awareness “of what a great city we are, maybe [event-goers] will extend their stay or come back.

Media 52

Media Public Relations Publishing Vendor 52

MeetingsNet

APRIL 25, 2019

Benefit-driven marketing programs can increase your nonprofit trade association's non-dues revenue and strengthen affiliate relationships. It’s less about building brand recognition—which can be achieved through the more traditional advertising channels such as digital, online and printed offerings—and more about digging a little deeper.

Advertising 58

Advertising Sponsors Affiliate Vendor 58

Eventtia

OCTOBER 9, 2023

For online events, choose a robust virtual event management platform. For hybrid events or solely online happenings, select and test a virtual platform in advance. If you’re hosting or streaming any part of the event online, consider platform subscription costs, camera setups, and other associated tech expenses.

Event Planning 88

Event Planning Retail Registration Events 88

Gavel International

DECEMBER 19, 2022

Consider factors such as skilled versus outsourced labor, local vendors, what’s in season, etc. This customization savings benefit is especially true when it comes to food and beverage options. Ask food and beverage vendors about large events that may be taking place during the same dates as your meeting. 4 Agile Security.

Trends 52

Trends Meeting Vendor Planner 52

Endless Events

SEPTEMBER 7, 2018

Big events are usually associated with connectivity and being online, but there are ones that would benefit from having as little of this as possible. It packs everything from design ideas to technologies, turning it into a must-have bridge between vendors and buyers. Go Unplugged at Your Next Event.

Trade Show 159

Trade Show Technology Technology Events 159

Convene by PCMA

APRIL 6, 2022

For Everyone’s Benefit. During her presentation, Evans, a frequent speaker and certified accessibility and diversity trainer, also made a case for what she called the “business benefit” to the entire audience — not just those with current disabilities — of creating accessible and inclusive events. 5 Ways to Ensure Accessibility .

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Speakers Events Audience Benefits 52