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Event Insurance 101 – The Ultimate Guide 

Endless Events

You’re here because you’ve realized you need event insurance and have questions. . This guide will walk you through everything you need to know: Why you need event insurance. The different types of event insurance. The cost of event insurance. And even obtaining a certificate of insurance for the event. .

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Meeting Planners Unite Sets 2019 Agenda

Smart Meetings

Three weeks after Hyatt Corporation confirmed that it would cut planner commissions, thereby following the lead of three other large hospitality companies, Meeting Planners Unite held its first conference in Washington, D.C. More : The Independent Planner’s Guide. Affordable Resources. Augmented Income Streams.

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How Much Do Event Planners Make, Really?

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How much do event planners make, really? Event planners are responsible for organizing and coordinating events such as weddings, corporate events, conferences, and fundraisers. But just how much do event planners make for all of that work? First, exactly what does an event planner get paid to do? Social event planners.

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Event Insurance: What You Need to Know

Eventtia

Are you currently planning an event but are not sure about whether you should get event insurance? Without further ado, let us begin with the basics: what is event insurance? What is Event Insurance? Event insurance is an umbrella term covering all kinds of insurance that provides liability coverage for an event.

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How to Prepare for Conclave

Smart Meetings

Smart Meetings asked three local planners about their road to certification and what attendees should know about their city before arriving at the annual Events Industry Council (EIC) gathering. Certification is also difficult to attain, she reports. Just to qualify to sit for the test, a planner must have years of experience.

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Hurricane Warnings Activate Marriott’s Global Security Team

Smart Meetings

See also : Planners Urged to Step Up Disaster Preparedness. For an elevated threat, such as the unrest surrounding the 2020 election certification protests and inauguration in Washington, D.C., Marriott International also has its own claims organization to streamline insurance coverage and processing. “We A Holistic Approach.

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11 Questions to Ask Before Hiring a DMC

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Be sure to inquire whether their personnel hold any industry certifications, such as Destination Management Certified Professional (DMCP), Certified Meeting Professional (CMP), Certified Special Event Professional (CSEP), or any other relevant qualifications. How long has the DMC been open? Many companies open and close each year.