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. Party planners and hosts have the stressful job of preparing for anything that could happen, so it makes it easier on everyone if all parties are as flexible as possible. Preparation.

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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.

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Eventtia

MARCH 14, 2022

Soon enough, both event planners and attendees understood the unique benefits of virtual events over their in-person counterparts: it’s cheaper to host (and typically the registration fees are also cheaper for participants), faster to organize, and you don’t have to worry about travel arrangements and accommodations.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 31, 2022

Preparation matters. 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. This could also be true in 2023 and beyond so now is the time to prepare.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 5, 2022

Their national meeting development and brand communication expertise, along with a substantial existing vendor network, allowed the team to smoothly shift to helping Indiana vaccinate its community. The company transitioned from immersive brand events to vaccination events. Transitioning the Mission. A Humbling Award to Affirm Noble Efforts.

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Social Tables

APRIL 20, 2023

Disregarding the benefits of a solid backup plan Just when you think you’ve prevented every possible hiccup, something will inevitably go wrong. If it rains at an outdoor event, will you panic or will you have a tent prepared to shelter guests from the elements? Complicated vendor setup. Activities starting late.

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Endless Events

APRIL 26, 2019

Ideally, your AV company should be one of the first vendors you hire. Step 2: Prepare for the First Meeting With AV Company. Below are the best ways to prepare for your meeting. Come Prepared with Your Goals. There are no benefits to holding this key piece information back. Prepare a Detailed schedule.

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Endless Events

MAY 28, 2021

Vendors and partners are on your side. Venues have been building their own studios and preparing to host both the physical and virtual portion of a hybrid event for months, and production companies like Endless have been busy doing the necessary homework so that you, as a planner, don’t have to worry about a thing.

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Endless Events

OCTOBER 12, 2018

There’s a lot of benefits to live streaming events, but truly successful live streamed events are more about audience engagement and less about technology. Nearly every type of event can benefit from some aspect of live streaming. If you hire a streaming vendor, they may send a technician to set up and take care of the box.

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Bizzaboo

MARCH 18, 2024

With their deep dives into market trends, product evaluations, and vendor landscapes, analyst reports offer invaluable insights for decision-makers. They evaluate vendors against various criteria and provide a visual overview of the market and its players. This clarity will help you focus on relevant sections within analyst reports.

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Bizzaboo

APRIL 1, 2024

Prevention strategy: Start with a detailed plan covering every event aspect, from timelines and venue selection to vendor contracts and emergency plans. Being prepared can save the day, whether that means having backup vendors, indoor options for outdoor events, or extra technical equipment.

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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.

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AltexSoft Travel

JANUARY 27, 2021

How front desk software can benefit the hotel business. Should a guest cancel their booking or change the dates of their stay, the front desk will be instantly aware of it and not spend time on unnecessary preparations. Ask a potential vendor how often they update their functionality and what level of tech support they provide.

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Endless Events

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

Well, the problem here is that you settle and become complacent with your vendors, choosing the ones you’ve been working with forever. At the end of the day, it’s going to be a great investment, because it will allow you to see through the smoke and mirrors of vendors, and ultimately make the best choice for your event.

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Social Tables

APRIL 22, 2019

In fact, a long-term timeline can actually benefit your day-of timeline because it set you up for success. Long-term event planning timelines have even more benefits than the ones we’ve already pointed out. There’s really no end to the benefits of organizational tools like timelines. Add vendor timelines.

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Endless Events

JUNE 21, 2018

Around the world, tragic incidents at events like the Las Vegas shooting and the Boston Marathon bombing, and natural disasters have shown that we aren’t prepared for every type of security and safety issue in our industry. We’ll talk about how to ensure you’re using the right vendors for this shortly. Don’t leave anything to chance.

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Gavel International

JANUARY 15, 2024

Reading Time: 4 minutes An effective travel incentive program, one that truly inspires employees to work harder, offers many benefits for employee engagement and performance. However, working with a partner experienced in meeting planning often offers the best options for venues and a bigger network for buying power and vendor choices.

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Bizzaboo

MARCH 18, 2024

With their deep dives into market trends, product evaluations, and vendor landscapes, analyst reports offer invaluable insights for decision-makers. They evaluate vendors against various criteria and provide a visual overview of the market and its players. This clarity will help you focus on relevant sections within analyst reports.

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Eventtia

OCTOBER 20, 2022

If you are planning a smaller event (or a simpler virtual-only event), you can have a shorter preparation time. an internal meeting), try to have at least one month of preparation time. For an event with a 6-month preparation time, we can start this second phase around the 4-month mark. What are the goals you’d like to achieve?

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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. Rather, it should push hospitality professionals to think about how they can take advantage of the immense benefits of IoT and get ahead of the vulnerabilities.

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Bizzaboo

JUNE 26, 2023

This impressive growth can be attributed to the fact that corporate events deliver several benefits to organizations, like the following opportunities: Celebrate your wins. Be sure to include assets and promotional materials for your partners, vendors, speakers, and others to share on their social channels to boost attendance.

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Endless Events

APRIL 12, 2019

Your AV company should be one of the first vendors you hire. Many in-house providers are convenient but can be more costly and often times the benefits of using in-house AV do not outweigh the negatives. The worst thing you can do is assume every vendor and event staff are ready for your event. Planning an event?

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Gavel International

MARCH 11, 2024

You can do so in many ways, from using local vendors to treating attendees to cultural events in the evenings. First and foremost, preparing a solid agenda is critical. Regardless of whether you are staying near or traveling far, incorporating the local culture into the meeting in some way is a powerful way to ramp up engagement.

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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. Offer valuable classes to residents, such as tax preparation seminars or CPR training.

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Endless Events

FEBRUARY 5, 2020

In every contract, an Audio Visual (AV) quote is the piece of a vendor agreement that has the dollars attached to it that breaks apart the projected cost of different materials. Doesn’t hurt to ask, but similar to asking for a discount, be prepared to offer something in return. We’ve been talking a whole lot about Av quotes.

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Alcor Mice

APRIL 29, 2021

As you can see, there are quite a lot of things that go into preparing a memorable event experience. Before jumping into preparations, ask yourself a set of questions that will serve as a framework for how you’ll go about organizing your event. These questions will ultimately help you create a more comprehensive preparation plan.

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Convene by PCMA

JANUARY 7, 2024

8, Nina Schick and Mo Gawdat will present the Main Stage session, “The Future of Generative AI: Exploring the Benefits, Risks & How It Will Change the Human Experience.” In the context of mundane tasks, like managing registration lists, drafting event copy, preparing marketing collateral and content — generative AI offers efficiency.

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Endless Events

SEPTEMBER 12, 2018

Finally, you should book early to ensure your AV company has plenty of time to prepare a successful event, thus avoiding any rush fees. When you’re negotiating with in-house vendors, let them know that you want to bring in out-of-house AV. But, sometimes, even with those fees, it can be cheaper to bring in out-of-house vendors.

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Gavel International

MARCH 25, 2024

Reading Time: 7 minutes Success in event and meeting planning involves thoughtful and thorough preparation, which is why having an experienced and prepared meeting planner makes all the difference. So, it makes sense that you should prepare a mobile office of sorts for offsite meetings – for your own use and the use of attendees.

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Social Tables

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

However, every restaurant has the potential to benefit from events, whether large or small, fine dining or casual service. Be prepared to answer any questions a potential client may ask, such as: Do you have private, semi-private, or public restaurant event spaces? What kind of events have you hosted in the past?

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Convene by PCMA

APRIL 19, 2023

In one day I can collaborate with our marketing team on branding and signage plans, and then brainstorm with our industry relations team on sponsorship strategy, and finish the day discussing with our vendor partners how to move seven tons of sand into McCormick Place. It was the best advice I ever received — and it was from my dad.

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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? The process is similar to that of a standard IATAN application, but you don’t need to prepare the ARC approval. Why Do You Need It?

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Gavel International

DECEMBER 18, 2023

In the real world, VR is transforming healthcare as it helps prepare for complex procedures and aids in surgical efficiency. State how the program can benefit both the players and the company. You have two options: handle the creation of these programs in-house or outsource it to a vendor with expertise in this area.

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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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ITA Group

DECEMBER 16, 2021

In turn, program updates also help vendors and brands create an improved customer experience. To help channel leaders prepare, ITA Group experts have identified five key trends for you to prioritize in 2022. Provide them with key benefits, specialization, tiers, certification, etc. Be Prepared for Disruption in Any Form.

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Bizzaboo

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

Livestream Event Prep and Behind-the-scenes Content Use platforms like Instagram or Facebook to showcase live event preparations, interviews with speakers, or venue tours. You can also create pre-event podcast episodes featuring event speakers, vendors, sponsors, and exhibitors. Carina Bauer CEO IMEX 13.

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Eventtia

OCTOBER 9, 2023

For example, if you’re launching a grand opening of a flagship store in a major city, expecting a footfall of over 1,000 customers, it’s wise to start preparations at least four months ahead. For smaller events, such as a masterclass on how to use the product, 1-2 months of preparation might be enough. Initiate conversations.

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