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How DMCs Can Help You Manage the Unexpected

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How DMCs Can Help You Manage the Unexpected 13 December 2023 You’re probably already familiar with this popular phrase in the hospitality industry: expect the unexpected. What is Risk Management? Incorporating risk management is essential for every event professional. Is another expected? Are you protected if things change?

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Reflections on ADMEI 2024 Annual Conference: “In the Zone”

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Reflections on ADMEI 2024 Annual Conference: “In the Zone” 20 March 2024 The 2024 ADMEI Annual Conference, aptly themed "In the Zone," delivered a powerful punch of education, networking, and industry insights for Destination Management Companies (DMCs) worldwide. Visit belightconsulting.com to connect with Jeska Brodbeck.

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How to Host a Brava Meeting in Italy

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Start Early The first tip is to book early and contract early! Italy does not have a lot of large hotels so if your program requires a peak of more than 100 rooms on a five-star category I suggest anticipating as much as you can the hotel sourcing and contracting, especially if you travel on shoulder and peak seasons.

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How to Write a Winning Proposal for Any Client

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Historically, Destination Management Companies (DMCs) adopted the practice of presenting highly personalized proposals to clients, showcasing unique event designs, vendors, and ideas. Will you send over detailed vendor and activity information once the contract is signed? Transportation is included for all participants.”

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Event Profs Slated for Upgrades with New Certifications, Training Programs

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Global DMC Partners (GDP), the network of independently owned destination management companies, launched GDP University. 4, which covered the basics of the event life cycle, from creating the event and RFP templating to contracting and asking suppliers the right questions. GDP University. 25 at 11 a.m.

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Evolution of the DMC: Renewing Business Relationships with Deeper Trust, Transparency and Understanding

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Destination Management Companies (DMCs) are at the core of the MICE industry. Calvert and Harris represent a cadre of high-level industry executives who have articulated the importance of Destination Management Companies to the hospitality industry.

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Budget, Innovation and Engagement Ideas Were Centerstage at Global DMC Partners Annual

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Communicating this data to C-levels and clients can help manage expectations and justify budgets,” said Catherine Chaulet, president and CEO of Global DMC Partners , from the stage. If you can contract far enough in advance, you can secure better rates before supply is squeezed. Like most things in life, timing makes a difference.