Social Tables

APRIL 20, 2023

Neglecting to test your technology Any event that includes digital presentations, sound, or lighting cues should be rehearsed prior to the big day. Whether hosting a live, virtual, or hybrid event, rehearsing is an important part of the planning process, especially when digital technology or media are involved.

Event Planning 141

Event Planning Rehearsal Vendor Social Media 141

Endless Events

APRIL 12, 2019

Your AV company should be one of the first vendors you hire. In fact, you should ideally hire your AV company before you even sign your venue contract. Pre-plan where each item will be hung to avoid additional costs and check with your venue before you sign the contract whether or not rigging points and included in the cost.

Rehearsal 297

Rehearsal Events Vendor Venue 297

Social Tables

JUNE 29, 2023

Communications Manager: The communications manager is in charge of marketing for the event. Operations Manager: An event operations manager oversees vendor communication. They research services, collect event quotes, and execute event contracts.

Event Planning 78

Event Planning Social Media Vendor Advertising 78

Convene by PCMA

JULY 27, 2022

The meeting rooms you contracted for may have been double booked. Ask your vendors what contingency plans they have to ensure full staffing. Lock in your run-of-show and rehearse more than ever before. Space Conflicts. There were many re-bookings during the pandemic. Some of these groups have been squeezed in. Main Room Gaffes.

Organization 105

Organization Rehearsal Preparation Contracts 105

Endless Events

FEBRUARY 6, 2019

So, the more educated you can be and the more clearly and concisely you can communicate that to your AV company, the more likely you are to get exactly what you asked for and exactly what you need. ” A lot of times the more casual and smooth that something looks, chances are they rehearsed the snot out of it, right?

Rehearsal 263

Rehearsal Contracts Contracts Planner 263

Eventtia

OCTOBER 9, 2023

They’ll often be the point of contact for vendors, stakeholders, and customers. Once an agreement is reached, ensure all terms are laid out in a written contract. Maintaining a consistent communication cadence, updating partners on event developments, and ensuring their brand or contributions are showcased. Document everything.

Event Planning 88

Event Planning Retail Registration Events 88

Endless Events

MARCH 22, 2019

10 years ago it was common to see a charge for using 3rd party AV vendors and AV restrictions on your quotes. This can be a great deal but you want to ask a few things before signing the contract and locking in. Does this labor include rehearsals? Beware of Free Internet Services . It’s a giant cost! Look at the Labor Details.

Rehearsal 257

Rehearsal Panel Contracts Contracts 257