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. Event on Ivy Tech Community College campus in Sellersburg; Photo credit: Courtney Cantor. Transitioning the Mission.

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Events Vendor Government Networking 238

Smart Meetings

APRIL 13, 2022

GBT found that business travel is far from crushed under the weight of shifting business goals, and instead, is taking new shape as a prime and prepared vessel for reinvigorating inclusive, successful company cultures. The Great Reprioritization. GBT also speaks to the impact of travel on employee well-being.

Culture 257

Culture Travel Travel Remote 257

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. Communications Manager: The communications manager is in charge of marketing for the event.

Event Planning 78

Event Planning Social Media Vendor Advertising 78

Convene by PCMA

JULY 27, 2022

Almost every aspect of event setup takes longer on site as the business events industry moves forward with fewer workers — so organizers need to prepare their staff members for possible challenges. There were many re-bookings during the pandemic. The meeting rooms you contracted for may have been double booked. Short-staffed.

Organization 105

Organization Rehearsal Preparation Contracts 105

Endless Events

DECEMBER 16, 2021

” As Will often does, he recommends a book that explains his tactic in greater detail: The Power of Full Engagement by Jim Loehr and Tony Schwartz. As long as they’re communicating, of course” Will agrees and offers the perspective of vendors, too. “Be prepared for people to come in.

Production 177

Production Vendor Planner Virtual Events 177

Smart Meetings

MARCH 28, 2022

Sheaks, who deals with law in the restaurant and hospitality division, breaks down the force majeure process and points out the risks and legalities event planners and producers should be aware of when booking an event in a world recovering from Covid—where last-minute changes have become a regular, anticipated occurrence.

Contracts 195

Contracts Contracts Insurance Government 195

Social Tables

APRIL 22, 2019

Here are some other ways this master planning guide can help: You can get on the same page with vendors and caterers well in advance. This is why booking these partners in advance is so important. Add vendor timelines. All in all, vendors can only work with the information you give them. They’re not flexible.

Event Planning 138

Event Planning Vendor Events Sponsors 138

AltexSoft Travel

JANUARY 24, 2023

That’s why most hotel management systems today are open to partnerships with independent software vendors to easily expand their capabilities and satisfy clients. Their marketplace of integrations include marketing, transportation, door locks, accounting, point of sale, communication, and more vendors operating in a ton of countries.

Certification 52

Certification Vendor Hospitality Preparation 52

Bizzaboo

JULY 30, 2023

Lock in your event date early so you have plenty of time to find your ideal venue, book vendors, and communicate with attendees. Step 5: Book the Venue Once you are satisfied with the terms and conditions outlined in the contract, book the venue by signing the agreement and making the necessary deposits.

Venue 52

Venue B2B Proposal Contracts 52

Social Tables

AUGUST 18, 2022

In addition to brightening the atmosphere of resident life, events can show the property’s appreciation and improve communication between residents and building owners. Book multiple local food trucks and other mobile vendors for the event, giving residents a variety of cuisines to try. Food truck rodeo. Private chef’s dinner.

Events 145

Events Preparation Social Media Entertainment 145

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.

Vendor 52

Vendor Registration Advertising Preparation 52

Redfin

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

Whether you’re preparing for a busy tourist season or optimizing outdoor spaces, this Redfin article covers it all, emphasizing the significance of proactive measures, transparent communication, and a hospitable approach to success in the competitive vacation rental market.

Preparation 63

Preparation Management Booking Training 63

Sojern

MARCH 18, 2021

The following blogs in the series will share deeper insights into Sojern’s solutions and how you can prepare. . When someone leaves the website without converting, that data is passed back to Sojern’s servers so we can target them with an ad and influence them to go back and complete a booking on the advertisers’ site.

Advertising 97

Advertising Travel Travel Website 97

Traveler's Q

APRIL 3, 2023

For larger events or those held on special dates, like holidays, it is best to book even earlier – up to a year or more in advance. When booking ahead of time, be sure to read the contract thoroughly and understand when payment deadlines and cancellation policies take effect.

Organization 130

Organization Contracts Contracts Events 130

Eventtia

OCTOBER 9, 2023

What should you do when the venue you’ve booked becomes unavailable? 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. Prepare for your speakers’ arrival.

Event Planning 88

Event Planning Retail Registration Events 88

Convene by PCMA

AUGUST 23, 2021

Leading up to their decision, Crockett and her team had been in “daily communication” with local partners — New Orleans & Company, the New Orleans Ernest N. For organizers who have upcoming events on the books, Crockett offered this advice: Plan for the worst, then work backwards. “If Don’t take a break from communicating.

Insurance 98

Insurance Conference Speakers Communications 98

Stova

MAY 25, 2023

We’ll help you answer key questions about event sourcing, including what to consider and how to book so you can get the right venue with the most impact and achieve your event goals. Track bid evolution, concessions offered, and all communications in one place. Inquire about restrictions on vendors. How Do You Book a Venue?

Venue 52

Venue Planner Contracts Contracts 52

AltexSoft Travel

JULY 14, 2022

Immersive travel implies, well, immersing in the foreign culture which in most cases means mingling with the community at the place of destination, engaging in traditional activities, attending local events and so on. Though some vendors have solutions tailored specifically to the needs of DMCs (e.g., Here’s how it works.

Travel 105

Travel Travel Affiliate Booking 105

Stova

MARCH 16, 2023

Get a clear view of their goals including time frames and performance indicators, and then communicate it back to them with how you propose to measure it. If you’re fortunate, they’ve communicated them to you. Negotiate favorable rates with offsite venues and vendors. Inquire about restrictions on vendors.

Management 40

Management Meeting Vendor Registration 40

Endless Events

JULY 26, 2018

And this, of course, stems from Simon Sinek – well-known for his TedTalks and his book Start with Why. All the different aspects of your event’s structure should communicate the purpose of the event. Take a look: Produces more qualified leads when clearly communicating the “why” through marketing.

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Speakers Audience Sustainability Events 185

Tembusu Events and Communications

JANUARY 30, 2022

When – Determine the date of the event early so that adjustments can be made to have adequate time to prepare the event. In this phase, actual progress of the event preparation and planning is compared to the actual plan and control measures will be created and put into action accordingly.

Planner 52

Planner Events Preparation Event Planning 52

Bizzaboo

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

Ensuring an event is successful starts with preparation — and a lot of it. ☐ Secure a printing and promotional vendor. ☐ Establish and secure additional vendors (e.g., Additionally, you’ll need to segment your pre-event marketing communications to cater to your different audiences.

Conference 98

Conference Sponsors Virtual Events Speakers 98

Social Tables

NOVEMBER 21, 2017

To help make it happen, you’ve got to have a knack for hiring people on the inside and testing partnerships with third-party vendors on the outside ( before a make-or-break event!). But be prepared: Hotel’s don’t always have a large budget for print or online advertising. Better events, no stress. You plan the events.

Planner 114

Planner Events Advertising Vendor 114

Bizzaboo

MAY 4, 2023

It’s more important than ever for DE&I to hit every corner of your event strategy — from choosing diverse vendors and partners to building an inclusive speaker lineup. This is just one way they can get more comfortable and prepare for these discussions. Here are just some of the top DE&I-driven events this year.

Conference 52

Conference Panel Speakers Social Network 52

Convene by PCMA

OCTOBER 29, 2021

When the American Society of Safety Professionals (ASSP) first booked the Austin Convention Center as the site of its Safety 2021 Professional Development Conference and Exposition, COVID-19 vaccinations weren’t widely available and, as planning continued, the Delta variant led to increased cases leading up to the Sept. 13-15 event.

Registration 52

Registration Events Conference Attendee 52

Convene by PCMA

JANUARY 31, 2022

The late Alvin Toffler, whose 1970 book Future Shock established him as one of the world’s foremost futurists, said we can only envision our future by tapping into our human capacity for creativity. It means that vendors can show more than they could fit in the physical environment,” he said, demonstrating the “both/and” way of thinking.

Trends 130

Trends Banking Events Preparation 130

Bizzaboo

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

Ensuring an event is successful starts with preparation — and a lot of it. ☐ Secure a printing and promotional vendor. ☐ Establish and secure additional vendors (e.g., Additionally, you’ll need to segment your pre-event marketing communications to cater to your different audiences.

Conference 52

Conference Sponsors Virtual Events Speakers 52

Gavel International

FEBRUARY 15, 2022

Content is a tangible asset used to communicate your message. In the context of social media, content can include blog articles, books (digital or print), webpages, video, audio, print pieces, social media posts, marketing swag, images, illustrations, infographics, or photos. Post a book, tool, or app review.

Social Media 52

Social Media Seminar Networking Media 52

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. Comparison and Selection. Collaboration.

Planner 145

Planner Vendor Certification Event Planning 145

ITA Group

JULY 15, 2021

To-Partner Communication Measures (sends, opens, clicks, etc.). These analytics help track progress toward goals, prepare for future growth, adjust sales compensation, award incentives and bonuses, and identify any strategic issues. Book of Business/Annual Revenue Capability (depicts customer share and opportunity).

eCommerce 52

eCommerce Certification Training Incentives 52

Traveler's Q

MARCH 14, 2023

Additionally, it can be much harder for the couple to manage vendors and suppliers who may not be familiar with their desired vision or available resources, making it more time-consuming and even expensive to make sure their wedding looks exactly how they want it. Within 9 to 12 months Book your destination wedding venue.

Rehearsal 26

Rehearsal Booking Transportation Vendor 26

Social Tables

OCTOBER 5, 2022

Before selecting a date for the party or booking a venue to host the eerie affair, spend some time brainstorming and building the grand design for your Halloween party. Step 6: Book event vendors, suppliers, and on-site entertainment. Step 10: Final party preparations. How many guests would you like to invite?

Vendor 29

Vendor Venue Entertainment Booking 29

Convene by PCMA

AUGUST 25, 2021

Presenting our first virtual large conference and using lessons learned to prepare for two more conferences that will be presented later this year. Getting back to productive, new, future-year bookings. Creating a digital shopping experience connecting buyers and vendors. Maintain a cash flow to pay payroll and venues.

Virtual Events 98

Virtual Events Contracts Contracts Trade Show 98

Social Tables

JUNE 15, 2023

Before booking an event venue , caterer, or hotel room, set a firm budget for the reunion. Function as the chairperson or planning committee leader, managing volunteers, handling communications, and delegating tasks as needed. Confirm available dates, deposit requirements, booking policies, restrictions, and noise limits.

Vendor 78

Vendor Booking Venue Entertainment 78

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. So it’s extremely important that you stay up to date with design trends , technology trends , and make a point to communicate your goals clearly.

Events 308

Events Vendor Technology Technology 308

Eventtia

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

There are fewer obstacles when booking vendors, venues, or other logistics that may be needed for a live event. Whether you’re vying against a clock or racing your opponents, these challenges present opportunities to stimulate problem-solving skills and hone communication tactics amongst friends or strangers.

Networking 48

Networking Virtual Events Panel Social Media 48

Traveler's Q

MARCH 29, 2023

For larger events or those held on special dates, like holidays, it is best to book and pay even earlier – up to a year or more in advance. When booking ahead of time, be sure to read the contract thoroughly and understand when payment deadlines and cancellation policies take effect.

Event Planning 26

Event Planning Organization Events Contracts 26