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A Breakdown of Post-Pandemic Contract Clauses

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Post-Covid Contract Solutions.”. We’ll delve into a condensed review to address what and what not to include in your venue contract, as well as negotiation tactics and what can potentially trigger a force majeure. Local laws can impact your contract and your options for termination, recovery and liability, Sheaks explained.

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How DMCs Can Help You Manage the Unexpected

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Consider the following categories of potential risks in your event planning: Regulations : Are there local or federal regulations that may impact an aspect of your event? Will travel routes be affected? Contracts : Are your contracts with venues and vendors solid? Is another expected?

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What Event Planning Best Practices Are Here to Stay?

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Clear Communication with Clients and Attendees. Clear and precise communication is crucial in producing a successful event during these unpredictable times. This prerequisite is another one of those factors that when communicated effectively, can help clients feel safe about attending. Flexible Contract Language.

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Preparation is the Key to Risk Management

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A lawyer with 25 years of experience in hotel and group contracts, she doesn’t mince words when it comes to planners needing to take the steps necessary to handle any complications that might arise. In these cases, Delvin said, it all comes down to making sure the contract covers every eventuality. “A Lisa Sommer Devlin. Legal Risks.

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17 Common Event Planning Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

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Ignoring local policies and regulations Rules and regulations can vary from town to town and city to city. Event planners who fail to research local policies, regulations, and restrictions could end up paying expensive fees for violating policies. Are their venue parking regulations, or street-parking restrictions?

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How to Win a ‘Yes!’ for Renewed Incentive Travel: Meeting Professionals Share Tips

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Event professionals who joined the Palm Beaches conference reported that its small size and clear communication of safety protocols (such as mandatory pre-event testing, daily health screenings, socially distanced transportation and masks at indoor events) all contributed to their decision to attend. Conference Confidence.

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N.Y. Passes New Hospitality Laws Aimed at Human Trafficking

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In fact, New York isn’t the first state to pass this kind of regulation. In a November 28 communication to members and trade media, the association noted that Tuesday, November 29 is Giving Tuesday, an international day for contributing to a charity of one’s choice.