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% Building websites, increasing event registrations, and promoting email are all possible thanks to event technology. Consider this data from our State of in-person B2B conferences report : 68.9%

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Convene by PCMA

APRIL 25, 2023

Planners can easily leverage this to book unique local speakers and partner with local vendors who can tap into this exciting facet of the city. A city on the rise Choosing a place people already want to visit is an easy way to bump up your registration numbers. Columbus is an innovation hub.

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ITA Group

JANUARY 28, 2022

Registration build and management. Vendor and speaker coordination. Proprietary self-service online booking tool (integrated with registration) . Proprietary self-service online booking tool (integrated with registration) . Hotel booking and contracting. Vendor management. Food and beverage.

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Convene by PCMA

JULY 27, 2022

There were many re-bookings during the pandemic. The meeting rooms you contracted for may have been double booked. Nearly every hotel, general service contractor, AV, and registration company had to lay off a significant number of client-facing team members. Space Conflicts. Some of these groups have been squeezed in.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 19, 2018

Misrepresentation : Poachers misrepresent themselves to sell bookings outside of the official hotel block. Include an alert about the official room block and potential poaching risks in the registration process. Notify attendees that haven’t booked in the official room block of possible poaching. Limit Access.

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Bizzaboo

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

Here are some examples of what your event technology stack may include: Event management tools : ticketing and registration, access management, contact management, and event reporting. Event marketing tools : website builder, email marketing tools, personalized registration flows, promo codes, and UTM links.

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Alcor Mice

APRIL 29, 2021

Ask questions like: was the registration process simple enough? At this stage, you should also start requesting proposals and quotations from your prospective vendors. Vacation times: Peak seasons in MICE destinations are usually the worst time to book venues as their occupancy would likely be comprised mostly of tourists.

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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.

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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. “It

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Eventtia

DECEMBER 30, 2022

For example, we can break down the marketing objective into: Total number of registrations. Number of free registrants. Number of paying registrants. Number of discounted registrants. If this is your first event and/or you are a brand new event organizer, you can purchase email lists from various vendors.

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Social Media Promotion Media Registration 91

AltexSoft Travel

MAY 29, 2023

Many starting travel agencies or individual agents join a host agency for access to booking capabilities. There are special programs not for agencies but for organizations that regularly book travel for their employees’ business trips. They can get accredited to book with suppliers directly and save money on travel expenses.

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Eventtia

MAY 11, 2022

You might also want to consider seasonal factors in your location like travel costs, and popular venues might be more expensive to book at certain months, depending on your location. Registration: work with event ticketing software providers, produce and manage tickets, and make sure the whole registration process is running smoothly.

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Tembusu Events and Communications

APRIL 24, 2024

Get prices from different event company in Singapore When working with event planners in Singapore, make sure to get quotes from different vendors. This lets you talk to everyone involved early on about the costs and back up your discussions with specific numbers as the event date gets closer.

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Bizzaboo

JULY 30, 2023

Make an informed estimate by analyzing previous attendance data, registrations, or similar industry events. Lock in your event date early so you have plenty of time to find your ideal venue, book vendors, and communicate with attendees. Many venues require an initial deposit to secure the booking, so be prepared to pay promptly.

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Venue B2B Proposal Contracts 52

Stova

MARCH 16, 2023

Negotiate favorable rates with offsite venues and vendors. Inquire about restrictions on vendors. A successful meeting planner knows that outside of the organization, delegation, and a good strategy, productivity tools (like a solid registration tool) are the best way to ensure you get the most done in the least amount of time.

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Bizzaboo

JULY 13, 2023

Gather relevant information, understand the event landscape, explore similar events, study their successes and challenges, and examine various aspects such as venue options, potential sponsors, and vendors. Step 2: Define Event Objectives and Goals You have a purpose or a goal you want to achieve with this event.

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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.

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Eventtia

OCTOBER 9, 2023

What should you do when the venue you’ve booked becomes unavailable? They’ll often be the point of contact for vendors, stakeholders, and customers. Create a seamless registration process: The registration form should be concise, asking only for essential information. Set up teams for specialized tasks.

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Event Planning Retail Registration Events 88

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. Inquire about restrictions on vendors. High numbers of attendees might make some solutions for attendance or registration better than others.

Venue 52

Venue Planner Contracts Contracts 52

Meeting Tomorrow

MAY 12, 2022

Industry research finds that inflation is up, labor availability is down, and many of planners’ trusted vendor partners closed during the pandemic. Meeting Tomorrow planner Joey managing registration at our client’s event in Chicago. The event featured meetings, high-profile speakers, a networking reception, a book signing, and more.

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Bizzaboo

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

However, what happens when you realize your current event management software vendor is no longer meeting your needs? of organizers are either switching or planning to switch their event software vendors within the next year, underscoring the dynamic nature of this industry. We just ran our conference with a new vendor.

Vendor 59

Vendor Management B2B Training 59

Social Tables

JANUARY 17, 2018

You can create your own checklist template in Microsoft® Word® or find a template from a book on professional event coordination. Under this section of your list, you can add details such as research costs of rentals or negotiate a discount with vendors. There are vendors to interview and select. Start with the right template.

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Bizzaboo

MARCH 26, 2020

For our registrants, clients, and participants we will be in touch as soon as possible and will publish an FAQ. In addition to sharing that all guests would receive a refund on their ticket, the organizers also shared that they would refund any hotels booked from their hotel room. Original Event Date: June 13 - 16, 2020.

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Sponsors Events Vendor Registration 82

Eventtia

DECEMBER 11, 2021

Technology can facilitate a successful hybrid event in many different aspects: handling event registration, managing social media activities, facilitating a virtual event, live streaming, mobile apps, and so on. This includes event planners, event team, volunteers, attendees, vendors, and sponsors, among other parties.

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Event Technology Technology Technology Social Media 62

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. “It

Attendee 130

Attendee Airlines Tourism Tourism 130

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.

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Bizzaboo

AUGUST 23, 2023

Consider implementing an event management software that can help you track registrations, boost sponsorship opportunities, and create segmented tracks for your program. They even provide discounts for nonprofits who book private events with them. Its staff offers event planners help arranging catering, live music, and equipment rental.

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Bizzaboo

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

If you’re wondering what questions to ask when booking a venue, you’ve come to the right place. Is there a designated space for registration and check-in? Does the venue have any partnerships with environmentally responsible organizations or vendors? Does the venue have any policies on outside vendors or caterers?

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AltexSoft Travel

OCTOBER 24, 2020

Back then, self-service used to simply mean “without a travel agent”, and in 2020, with up to 80 percent of travelers booking directly online – it’s a norm. For example, Expedia provides a self-service booking experience – everything can be done without interacting with company staff. Travel research and booking.

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Technology Technology Travel Travel 69

ITA Group

JULY 15, 2021

Pipeline Value (within certain timeframes, usually measured by deal registration, applications, requests for quote, etc.). The partner experience is quickly becoming a differentiation point for channel programs and can have a heavy impact on being the vendor of choice. You’ll also want to look at the metrics by team and by individual.

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eCommerce Certification Training Incentives 52

Stova

MARCH 17, 2023

It may require coordination with attendees, vendors, caterers, sponsors, corporate leadership, and even fire safety or law enforcement, officials. Through a custom-designed solution, they were able to consolidate all of their registration and marketing into one platform, distributed through a global events calendar.

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Endless Events

NOVEMBER 29, 2021

However, it does not focus on event management tools, registration , streaming software, or your average webinar platforms. And even though we’re a reliable source, we advise you to never judge the book by its cover. Grip makes it very easy to show interest in other attendees and participating vendors. Albert’s Aha!

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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. Networking.

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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.

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Bizzaboo

AUGUST 30, 2023

These platforms allow you to manage guest lists, registrations, ticketing, and even floor plans all in one place. Recognize which tasks you must oversee and which can be handled by team members or vendors. Use Event Management Software One of the best event planning tips you’ll hear is to use event management software.

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Event Planning Vendor Events Automation 95

Eventtia

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

There are fewer obstacles when booking vendors, venues, or other logistics that may be needed for a live event. . → Streamlined Scheduling and Planning Processes Hosting virtual networking events can significantly streamline the event planning and scheduling process.

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Endless Events

MAY 19, 2020

For example, let’s say an attendee downloads an e-book and watches a video on the same topic, you can then send them personalized content related to those previously viewed pieces to create a custom experience. . Event registration platforms and management software hold a goldmine of information for hackers. Cyber Security .

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