Social Tables

AUGUST 10, 2023

They work with clients to determine the vision for the event, choose vendors, create a budget, and ensure that everything runs smoothly on the day of the event. Event planners may also be responsible for managing vendors, coordinating with staff, and ensuring that everything runs smoothly on the day of the event. Social event planners.

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Social Tables

NOVEMBER 16, 2016

If you ask the right questions, to the right people (your boss, stakeholders and/or most importantly, your rental vendor), you’ll be well on your way to savings. To help you with your own process, I have formatted my tips in a form of the questions that you should ask yourself before negotiating your next rental contract.

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Bizzaboo

MARCH 15, 2023

Powered by Liz King Events, Techsytalk features articles, educational opportunities, The Event Hustler Show, and more. PCMA provides education, research, and networking opportunities to its members , who include event professionals, hospitality industry professionals, and business event suppliers.

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Convene by PCMA

AUGUST 15, 2022

While financial commitments to event venues and area vendors informed the final decision to stay in Florida, they wrote, other factors contributed to the final decision. “In SGO’s board decided to go ahead with the meeting, SGO’s board wrote in a statement published on their website.

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Convene by PCMA

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

I have asked for additional education. I would like to ask to shadow them when negotiating/managing contracts and other responsibilities that are fully theirs, so I can learn more.” The lack of responses from vendors, and when they don’t read the details of the RFP issued.” and “Can we have a rest on weekends?”

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 12, 2022

An expanded exposition floor at Mandalay Bay Convention Center was brimming with activity Tuesday as an estimated 10,000 people flowed through hosted buyer appointments, education sessions and nearly 400 booths representing more than 180 countries, venues, technology vendors and suppliers.

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MeetingsNet

AUGUST 19, 2019

As a speaker for Executive Speakers Bureau , I educate individuals and organizations all across the country by sharing my experiences from my FBI career. And if it was a meeting planner/company, it could be anything from invoices and contracts, to basic contact information. And I’ll tell you how! These are things to really think about.

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Conferences that Work

NOVEMBER 13, 2022

Require suppliers who are presenting to describe in advance how their content will educate session attendees appropriately. If the event is small (and most meetings are small meetings ) consider holding a short session for all tradeshow vendors, allowing each supplier a minute at most to pitch their offerings to attendees.

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National Association For Catering ane Events

JULY 8, 2021

There are plenty of areas that you can take advantage of templates: client questionnaires, new client intake forms, contracts, inquiry responses, invoice reminders, and so on. Dress up your templates with spots to customize names, event dates, venues, and vendor lists.

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Bizzaboo

JUNE 27, 2022

Event Experience Leaders know how different contracts look these days. Agreements with venues, vendors, and sponsors often have built-in clauses that accommodate the unexpected twists and turns of the post-COVID world. Initiating training and education programs. Review Refund Policies and Financial Implications.

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Endless Events

MARCH 12, 2020

If he gets any kind of discount, he lets them know in writing on every contract that that is a thing that could happen. Can you beat this vendor? And I might think I need something but you’re the expert, and that’s why I work with a handful of selected trusted supplier partners, vendors” Nick’s Take.

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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. .” Don’t Force Us to Understaff. Moving onto the next one. All right, don’t force us to understaff. But let us take a look at it.

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Endless Events

AUGUST 22, 2018

If you don’t see that piece of equipment on site, then you are in good standing to negotiate with your vendor. This is free education that could save you money this time around. You can often get a good discount on your quote by offering to pay much sooner, for example, 100% of the contract upfront. Ask them: where it is?

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 12, 2022

An expanded exposition floor at Mandalay Bay Convention Center was brimming with activity Tuesday as an estimated 10,000 people flowed through hosted buyer appointments, education sessions and nearly 400 booths representing more than 180 countries, venues, technology vendors and suppliers.

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Eventtia

DECEMBER 16, 2022

They work with clients to determine their budgets, choose a venue, and select vendors. To get the CMP title, a person must show that they are good at negotiating contracts, planning events, managing risks, and marketing. Event planners ensure that all the details of a particular event are taken care of. Fee Structure. Exam fee $475.

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Bizzaboo

APRIL 27, 2023

For those interested, CIC offers a Healthcare specific CMP certification , which is designed to educate planners in the healthcare industry. They need to communicate effectively with clients, vendors, and staff. There are no specific educational requirements to become an event planner in the USA. Learn more: CMP 2.

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Stova

MARCH 7, 2023

What’s more, virtual presents a price-friendly alternative for events where education is the goal. These programs realize savings mainly by standardizing preferred vendors and procurement procedures. For example, uniform hotel concessions and contract clauses add value and guard against excessive attrition and cancellation fees.

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Bizzaboo

MARCH 26, 2020

The much beloved festival that plays host to tracks around technology, music, and education bravely insisted on proceeding with the event in the face of COVID-19 concerns—even after speakers started pulling out and a petition calling for the cancellation of the event started to go viral. One of the biggest announced cancellations is SXSW.

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AltexSoft Travel

JULY 14, 2022

Destination management companies: contracting local experiences. They sometimes act as hotel wholesalers ( bed banks ), contracting allotments from local accommodation providers. Though some vendors have solutions tailored specifically to the needs of DMCs (e.g., Connectivity in the travel industry. Here are some ideas.

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Eventtia

OCTOBER 10, 2023

For example, if you aim to educate employees about products and services, you’d prioritize internal communication tools and integration with corporate systems. LinkedIn Use LinkedIn to discover industry leaders or vendors in the online registration software. Attendee Profile Who are your attendees?

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 11, 2022

First, you negotiated your way out of every contract with minimal exit fees, then for a split second you converted everything to hybrid (with no additional budget), and then transitioned from hybrid to virtual, where we thankfully stayed for a red-hot minute. Increasing Efforts on Client Education. It’s that simple!

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Endless Events

OCTOBER 31, 2018

It’s best to be educated and prepared when working with an AV Union to prevent being caught off guard. He will cover the basics of contracts, how the staff is AV union staff is hired, shadow labor and more. Unions have contracts with the venue. Here’s our contract.” However, it’s definitely true.

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Eventtia

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

On the other hand, you could be planning an event focused on knowledge sharing, such as product masterclasses, where the main aim is to educate and empower your audience. Vendor evaluation Create a list of potential software vendors that offer solutions meeting your criteria. Discover Eventtia’s interactive demos.

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Eventtia

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

On the other hand, you could be planning an event focused on knowledge sharing, such as product masterclasses, where the main aim is to educate and empower your audience. Vendor evaluation Create a list of potential software vendors that offer solutions meeting your criteria. Discover Eventtia’s interactive demos.

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Endless Events

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

And this, of course, includes the AV company you’re signing a contract with. Well, the problem here is that you settle and become complacent with your vendors, choosing the ones you’ve been working with forever. Take it upon yourself to learn about event AV and get educated on the subject as much as you can.

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Endless Events

APRIL 8, 2019

Overall, how can the process be as smooth as possible for the client and vendor alike? Education Is Key. Much like everything in life, the more educated you are on a matter, the better you’ll do. “There’s definitely a gap between the vendor knowledge and the client knowledge”, says Will.

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Endless Events

FEBRUARY 25, 2019

Whether you do actually use my competitor whoever it is, my biggest thing is I just want to make sure planners are aware of what’s going on in the AV world, understanding education about AV. And not necessarily little properties but properties all over the place that have one vendor doing it. You can negotiate these contracts.

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Bizzaboo

AUGUST 30, 2023

Do you aim to educate, entertain, or perhaps raise funds? Recognize which tasks you must oversee and which can be handled by team members or vendors. Negotiate with Vendors Vendors, ranging from caterers and decorators to technical providers and entertainment professionals, play pivotal roles in bringing an event to life.

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Event Planning Vendor Events Automation 95

Convene by PCMA

AUGUST 25, 2021

The planner added: “We provided a space for recognition, rejuvenation, and education. Being able to pivot to virtual events to continue educating our members and allowing an opportunity for our industry to network and engage with each other. Successful execution of virtual continuing education event and trade show.

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PlannerWire

FEBRUARY 5, 2020

From budgeting, reports, and task management to attendee registration, check-in, floor plans, and everything in between, they have you covered… what what you need without the soul crushing cost and long term contracts that the other platforms suck you into. Welcome to the EventTech 12 PlanningPod Edition.

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Social Tables

MAY 6, 2019

You’ll also want to spend this time reviewing your contract. More specifically, what the contract does or does not include. Form relationships with your favorite wedding vendors. But a wedding planner who also brings an army of uber talented, tried-and-true vendors along with them? Now that’s above and beyond.

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Endless Events

FEBRUARY 5, 2020

In every contract, an Audio Visual (AV) quote is the piece of a vendor agreement that has the dollars attached to it that breaks apart the projected cost of different materials. Union rules may also apply – be aware of that when looking at venue contracts. The goal here is to make an educated decision. Compare Costs.

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Endless Events

JULY 23, 2021

In every contract, an Audio Visual (AV) quote is the piece of a vendor agreement that has the dollars attached to it that breaks apart the projected cost of different materials. Union rules may also apply – be aware of that when looking at venue contracts. Remember, the goal here is to make an educated decision.

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Endless Events

MARCH 22, 2019

With over 10 years in the events industry and producing thousands of events, we wanted to do a live that helps educate and empower planners by breaking down AV bids. 10 years ago it was common to see a charge for using 3rd party AV vendors and AV restrictions on your quotes. Beware of Free Internet Services . It’s a giant cost!

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Convene by PCMA

JANUARY 31, 2022

For insights about the future of business events, planners should follow the money in other adjacent areas, like “the shift in revenue for online education at the college level,” Bothwell said, “and shifts in investment in education, advanced certification, online learning and development outside traditional institutions.”

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Convene by PCMA

JULY 20, 2021

However, some clients expected to be able to wait until well past the time when it became apparent that it was unlikely their show would happen and then still be able to simply walk away from contracts. Now, as the industry is re-opening, Kushner is facing a lag in supply and labor while vendors rebuild. New Way to Fuel the Business.

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Endless Events

AUGUST 9, 2019

When you hit the rigging section, make sure you ask your vendor for a diagram or plot. This is about alignment and honesty, and it’s not unfair for you, as the client, to reiterate what your expectations are, and what you want to see at your event after having signed the contract. Ask For a Rigging Diagram.

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