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Evolution of Spatial Design Technology Could Simplify Event Planning

Smart Meetings

Formerly known as Allseated , the company started in 2014 as a tool for wedding planners to model seating charts and, after being used for some 500,000 events and significantly adding to the cataloged inventory in the U.S. and Europe, evolved into an efficient 3D spatial design and management resource for business event professionals.

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17 Common Event Planning Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

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Event planning consistently ranks as one of most stressful jobs in the U.S. Whether planners find themselves forced to work with difficult personalities, try to juggle juxtaposing requests, fix event planning mistakes, or balance dozens of last-minute event changes, event planners have plenty of reasons to feel stressed.

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The Difference Between Event Management and Event Planning

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When putting together a major event, communication is key. One area where communication can fail, especially for clients, is understanding the difference between event management and event planning. This is positive for anyone who works in event planning. No big event happens without a plan.

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How DMCs Can Help You Manage the Unexpected

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Even the most meticulously planned events can fall prey to natural disasters, a pandemic, vendor cancellations, and keynote speaker travel delays. 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?

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The 10-Step Guide to Nonprofit Event Planning

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From online community awareness campaigns to out-of-the-box nonprofit event planning ideas, thoughtful preparation can help increase the success of fundraising activities. In this guide, we walk you through the process of planning a nonprofit event step-by-step. Master nonprofit event planning in 10 simple steps 1.

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When Mother Nature Is an Unwanted Attendee at Your Meeting or Event

Smart Meetings

Realizing the potential for a winter storm or another weather disaster while planning your meeting or event will help keep your attendees safe while reducing the risk of significant financial losses. Should you arrange transportation for attendees to get to another venue, or would you cancel it altogether?

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Everything You Need To Know To Create Your Event Timeline

Endless Events

So, you want to plan an event. Take the event planning process one step at a time. How about you start with creating an event timeline? Event timelines help you stay on track and get you excited about the event you’re going to throw together. Events are never a one-person job.

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