Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 7, 2018

How liable are planners when disaster strikes? What can planners do to protect themselves? That is why he strongly recommends planners include indemnification clauses in their contacts, ensuring hotels and third parties take on as much of the risk as possible. Contracts are self-inflicted wounds,” he says.

Planner 209

Planner Contracts Contracts Vendor 209

Smart Meetings

APRIL 4, 2023

Force Majeure clause and employment classifications changes coming for MPs The legal nuances of meeting planning can be a bit overwhelming even for the seasoned planners. However, the more vague the wording, the harder it will be for those looking to cancel or terminate an event contract. The long form is the exhausted list.

Contracts 244

Contracts Contracts Meeting Government 244

Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

Now that compression is making available space an endangered resource and inflation is pushing up prices for even the most basic items while companies are hesitant to make binding decisions, the responsibility for explaining the realities of what is possible on both sides of the balance sheet falls to the event planner. By the Numbers.

Insurance 245

Insurance Contracts Contracts Medical Meetings 245

Traveler's Q

APRIL 3, 2023

Clarify Your Audience Many event planners tend to fall into the ego trap of thinking that success for their event is determined by what they want to feature. Additionally, it provides helpful advice on legal requirements, insurance, and risk management that should be taken into consideration when preparing for an event.

Location 130

Location Venue Insurance Regulations 130

Traveler's Q

MARCH 29, 2023

Clarify Your Audience Many corporate event planners tend to fall into the ego trap of thinking that success for their event is determined by what they want to feature. Additionally, it provides helpful advice on legal requirements, insurance, and risk management that should be taken into consideration when preparing for an event.

Venue 130

Venue Insurance Contracts Contracts 130

Smart Meetings

MAY 25, 2021

Stephanie Harris, president of The Incentive Research Foundation , adds that “as events return post-pandemic, DMCs will play a more vital role than ever, providing critical local insight for planners. They develop the bid, hire and manage subcontractors, relate to all outside agencies for permits, insurance, etc., Proposal Process.

Proposal 162

Proposal Contracts Contracts Logistics 162

MeetingsNet

OCTOBER 29, 2018

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Planner 91

Planner Vendor Insurance Contracts 91

Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 5, 2022

A streaming option can serve larger, more geographically diverse and executive audiences, act as a flexible insurance policy in the event a new threat grounds attendees while providing valuable data about behavior. My advice for planners is to look for a solution with the breadth to support lots of different use cases,” he said.

Meeting 277

Meeting Virtual Events Platform Attendee 277

Social Tables

APRIL 20, 2023

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. Event planning consistently ranks as one of most stressful jobs in the U.S.

Event Planning 141

Event Planning Rehearsal Vendor Social Media 141

ADMEI

MAY 19, 2021

Stephanie Harris , President of The Incentive Research Foundation remarked that “as events return post-pandemic, DMCs will play a more vital role than ever , providing critical local insight for planners. They develop the bid, hire and manage the sub-contractors, relate to all outside agencies for permits, insurance, etc.,

Proposal 182

Proposal Contracts Contracts Destination Management 182

Endless Events

JULY 23, 2021

And even for the seasoned event planners of the industry, AV, in particular, can get quite overwhelming. 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. Can you summarize the various areas of your contract?

Contracts 296

Contracts Contracts Venue Vendor 296

MeetingsNet

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

While the planning teams for those two events had a rather small window in which to enact contingency plans, the planners of the Insurance Accounting & Systems Association’s annual meeting had less than three days to figure out what to do. In the Eye of the Storm. By August 25, the storm had a more certain destination: Louisiana.

Meeting 94

Meeting Insurance Virtual Events Preparation 94

Endless Events

SEPTEMBER 12, 2018

For all the event planners out there trying to plan an incredible event and make a budget work, we hear you. Finally, you should book early to ensure your AV company has plenty of time to prepare a successful event, thus avoiding any rush fees. Knowing how to negotiate event AV is a must-have skill for any event planner.

Contracts 204

Contracts Contracts Events Vendor 204

Bizzaboo

JULY 30, 2023

Insurance and liability: Seek information on the venue’s insurance coverage and liability policies. of event planners find it difficult to get quick responses from venues , which can delay the decision-making process and hinder their ability to secure the ideal location for their event. About 42.6%

Venue 52

Venue B2B Proposal Contracts 52

AltexSoft Travel

FEBRUARY 20, 2020

To get it, you need a heavy package of documents to prepare and quite a few steps to make. To apply for an IATA number, you’ll need quite a few documents prepared in the following order : 2. Prepare the proof of general business operations. Include loan or insurance documentation if you have any. Let’s have a look.

Travel Agent 124

Travel Agent Airlines Travel Travel 124

Bizzaboo

JUNE 27, 2022

It’s preparing for the unexpected. Event Experience Leaders know how different contracts look these days. In that vein, consider purchasing event insurance, and be clear with attendees about your cancellation policies. Prepare action items that you can kick into gear if needed. What is risk management in event planning?

Management 97

Management Automation Communications Communications 97

MeetingsNet

NOVEMBER 18, 2022

What’s a planner to do? Even for planners at the top of their game, the current meeting climate has created new levels of stress—the result of severe hotel booking compression, high turnover in supplier staff, and short meeting lead times. And planners need a similar attitude, he said. “We Stakeholder Trust. We are the experts.

Management 59

Management Meeting Planner Consulting 59

Bizzaboo

MARCH 15, 2021

For event planners, marketers, and attendees alike, it’s been over a year since we’ve had the experience of a live event. Over the past year, event planners have become incredibly innovative in their virtual event use cases. Venue Contracts. Venue contracts will also look much different than they did pre-COVID.

Communications 98

Communications Communications Virtual Events Events 98

Social Tables

FEBRUARY 17, 2017

Party planners and hosts have the stressful job of preparing for anything that could happen, so it makes it easier on everyone if all parties are as flexible as possible. Allergies and preferences can complicate things, so having a chef that foresees and prepares for these details is important. Preparation. Flexibility.

Vendor 122

Vendor Certification Preparation Contracts 122

Eventtia

APRIL 18, 2022

Phase 1: Planning and Preparation. If it’s a virtual event or it’s a smaller in-person event, you’ll have more leniency, but at the very least, make sure you have at least two months in advance to prepare the event. Sign contract with venue and vendors. If possible, have contracts finalized and signed.

Sponsors 62

Sponsors Social Media Registration Events 62

Social Tables

APRIL 22, 2019

Because event planning is a lot like project managing, it makes sense that planners use event timelines all the time. Most event planners find that a long-term event planning timeline helps make sure each and every task is accounted for and completed well in advance of the actual event. They’re not flexible.

Event Planning 138

Event Planning Vendor Events Sponsors 138

Stova

MARCH 17, 2023

Ensure that people managing the tactic are prepared and supported with the help of an event. Aspects of an Event Budget Every Event Planner Should Consider Event planning can be a challenging affair, especially when it comes to the budget. There’s simply so much to consider and prepare.

Events 40

Events Social Media Automation Planner 40

Stova

MARCH 17, 2023

The Event Planner's Guide to Venue Sourcing and the RFP Process This guide examines a shift event professionals are experiencing in negotiation power with venues. Why Do Event Planners Have a Dominant Position in the Venue Negotiation Process? Introduction The world of venues as we know it is changing rapidly. Happy days.

Venue 40

Venue Contracts Contracts Online 40

Social Tables

MAY 16, 2019

The average couple spends $1,000 – $2,500 on a wedding planner for their big day. Purchase engagement ring insurance. The best jewelry insurance is one that can be bundled with your home insurance or a specialized engagement ring insurance that covers all risks (like floods and mysterious disappearances).

Rehearsal 83

Rehearsal Insurance Vendor Venue 83

Eventtia

OCTOBER 20, 2022

If you are planning a smaller event (or a simpler virtual-only event), you can have a shorter preparation time. an internal meeting), try to have at least one month of preparation time. Equipment rental and related costs Licences and permits Insurance costs Establish your event team. What are the goals you’d like to achieve?

Event Planning 62

Event Planning Vendor Registration Sponsors 62