Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 27, 2021

With the pandemic and public concern fluctuating in the midst of uncertainty, event planners and professionals are left with an enormous responsibility to prepare themselves, their guests and their contracts for whatever comes next. Event Contract Essentials in the Covid Era. Meeting professionals today are risk managers.”

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 15, 2023

In the events industry, the trifecta between program managers, production and creative is imperative to manifesting a memorable experience for attendees. Top Legal Issues Meeting Profs Should Be Aware of in 2023 Reading the fine print in contracts when planning an event can be tedious, but paying attention to the legal details are crucial.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 22, 2024

Paul Pomerantz Paul Pomerantz, ASAE As managing director of ASAE ’s Association Governance Institute (AGI), Pomerantz will lead the launch of the new initiative, which is dedicated to promoting excellence in governance practice for Associations. In 2022, he was named HSMAI General Manager of the Year for South Florida.

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 1, 2022

Although inflation has taken a toll on event budgets, some precautionary moves can help side-step the worst impacts by being prepared. Thank you @LEOEvents for putting some context behind the increased prices and fees we are seeing in contracts. Inflationary Realities. Scarcity Eats Cost for Breakfast. Fast, cheap, and good is gone.

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ADMEI

MARCH 20, 2024

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. Prepare for awards. Maximize your benefits. Don't miss out!

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MeetingsNet

JANUARY 13, 2023

Let’s face it, being on either side of the table in hotel-contract negotiations is tough these days. At the same time, hotels’ sales staffs are dealing with limited availability as well as the performance requirements of their revenue managers. Be prepared for poignant questions. Again, know your content.

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Gavel International

AUGUST 14, 2023

These expectations are known as the psychological contract between employees and their employer. Here are some strategies to drive growth, and engagement, and create a company culture that honors the new psychological contract for your employees. Prepare your employees for more than what they need to do in their present role.

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Motivation Excellence

DECEMBER 10, 2019

To avoid this particular domino effect, you need to manage your vendors well. A Vendor Management Definition. Simply put, vendor management is the process of creating and nurturing ongoing relationships with vendors. Vendor management systems answer these questions. How does a vendor management system help your business?

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 4, 2023

Sheaks, attorney, author and faculty legal advisor for International Association of Venue Managers to break down the major legal challenges meeting profs should be aware of in 2023. You can’t get out of your contract under the force majeure clause.” “The Sheak continued, “The short form is usually not advisable.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

In fact, if approached with thoughtfulness and preparation, those interactions could lead to the meeting professionals taking a rightful place as strategic advisors. We are basically project managers, but unlike technology projects, you can’t move the deadline and unlike before 2020, you can’t let contracts sit.”. “We

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Bizzaboo

JUNE 27, 2022

As we ride an optimistic and calmer wave in the events industry — in-person and hybrid events increased 2X over the last three months, compared to the 3 months prior, according to Bizzabo data — event organizers are embracing the power of risk management. What is risk management in event planning? It’s preparing for the unexpected.

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The MICE Blog

AUGUST 17, 2020

But her previous experience has prepared her to navigate through the uncertainty. When I was living with my family in the Canary Islands, where I grew up, my father was a managing director of a hospitality company, so my dream was to set up the tourism company of the future. My vision was to change tourism. How did you feel?

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MeetingsNet

NOVEMBER 18, 2022

In retrospect, planning was relatively smooth before the pandemic, says Koleen Roach, director, meetings & conference management at Securian Financial Group. Jeff Calmus, principal at Jeff Calmus & Associates, brought his experience as both a consultant and former vice president, global event management at MetLife Inc.,

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

Financial & Insurance Conference Professionals (FICP) brought 700 thought leaders together at JW Marriott Marco Island Beach Resort in Florida to prepare meeting professionals for whatever comes next with a call to reflect, discover and recharge. That is why she suggested replacing the question, “What is the worst that can happen?”

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Endless Events

JANUARY 27, 2023

The lifestyle can be challenging, which leads Will to ask how she manages it. One of our top clients wanted us to help move a program’s contract. Once she successfully signed the contract, she ended up staying in Mexico. “I You’ve been surrounded by travel for so long, and you’re nomadic now too. says Will. “As

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Smart Meetings sat down with experts Cathy Diem, director of sales for financial and insurance accounts at Hilton Worldwide, Katrina Kent, CMP, CMM vice president of Meetings Management and Event Strategy (MMES) team at Liberty Mutual Insurance and Jennifer C. Squeglia, CMP, Independent Contractor at RLC Events, to get the inside scoop.

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 11, 2023

Plus strategies for managing increased business travel costs in 2024 Business travel and event cost are not increasing as steeply as they were in 2022, but they’re still going up, according to 2024 Business Travel Forecast , a new study by CWT and Global Business Travel Association (GBTA). Shift to long-term planning. Focus on ROI.

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Bizzaboo

APRIL 1, 2024

Prevention strategy: Start with a detailed plan covering every event aspect, from timelines and venue selection to vendor contracts and emergency plans. Budget mismanagement Events can quickly become financial burdens when budgets are not properly managed. Failure to plan for these possibilities can result in chaos.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 25, 2021

Destination Management Companies ( DMCs ) are at the core of the MICE industry. They develop the bid, hire and manage subcontractors, relate to all outside agencies for permits, insurance, etc., manage the finances of the job, provide constant supervision on site, and overall project management. DMC Value.

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 4, 2021

The conversation started out by setting a legal foundation for what is allowed and how to manage risk. “Do Do you think masks/no masks, vaccines/non-vaxed will or should be an addendum on contracts with venues? Do you think masks/no masks, vaccines/non-vaxxed will or should be an addendum on contracts with venues?

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ADMEI

MAY 19, 2021

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. 1] They are also versed in their local health and safety laws and requirements.

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Social Tables

JANUARY 29, 2017

When it comes to dealing with a problematic client, the very best solution is to enter the agreement prepared. Ensure that your contract lists all of the client expectations, as well as boundaries that you have set for your personal and professional security. Of course, there is no need to break a contract over one or two slip-ups.

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Traveler's Q

APRIL 3, 2023

Over-the-top venues can often be counterproductive when catering to corporate events as they require more resources and management to make sure everything runs smoothly. When booking ahead of time, be sure to read the contract thoroughly and understand when payment deadlines and cancellation policies take effect.

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Travel Daily Media

AUGUST 4, 2023

BestCities Global Alliance, the world’s leading network of premier meeting destinations and GainingEdge, a global leader specializing in providing advice to the conventions and meetings industry, are pleased to announce a three-year renewal of their management contract. GainingEdge has been managing the alliance since 2009.

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Brightspot Incentive Events

MARCH 15, 2022

Allow yourself enough time to source and contract the venues, connect with invited guests, create your theming & build your brand, and manage your orders/shipping. Your timeline is a major chord; you want to offer someone a unique experience that they may not have had yet and narrow the chance that they’ve been there, done that.

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ADMEI

OCTOBER 4, 2023

Events of every size require strategic preparation and skilled partners. A Destination Management Company (DMC) is the perfect partnership for taking your events to the next level. Working with an accredited DMC brings even more to the table since they are proven to have ​​advanced knowledge and experience in Destination Management.

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Social Tables

JANUARY 30, 2017

Prepare, Prepare, Prepare. Like with most things, your success boils down to how well you prepared. The lines of communication should be worked out from the moment the contract is signed in order to keep everyone on the same page. Enjoy the process and remember to always be prepared for every situation.

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Traveler's Q

MARCH 29, 2023

Additionally, it provides helpful advice on legal requirements, insurance, and risk management that should be taken into consideration when preparing for an event. It is typically located either adjacent to the stage or backstage and is used for people to relax, prepare, and change costumes.

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Convene by PCMA

JULY 27, 2022

Almost every aspect of event setup takes longer on site as the business events industry moves forward with fewer workers — so organizers need to prepare their staff members for possible challenges. The meeting rooms you contracted for may have been double booked. Be prepared for missed deadlines, late fees, and a lot more handholding.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 14, 2022

Their answer should provide a 360-degree view of what you can expect after you have contracted with the vendor; you need to know how they will handle your account from signing to the event execution. What do the titles of designated/dedicated account manager (AM) and customer success/service/experience manager (CSM/CXM) mean?

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Hotel Engine

SEPTEMBER 20, 2022

From independent, boutique hotels to major brands, hoteliers should consider revenue management solutions that can help them prepare for difficult economic conditions. As a result, the decision-making process is no longer solely the responsibility of the hotel manager or property manager. Table of Contents.

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Redfin

AUGUST 11, 2023

Owning and managing vacation rentals is a dynamic endeavor, one that balances profit, experience, and community impact. Regardless of whether you’re managing a house in Oklahoma City or a condo in San Marcos, CA , you’ll encounter unique challenges specific to different markets.

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Motivation Excellence

AUGUST 27, 2019

Success depends on careful planning—all while evaluating performance and managing the behaviors of your participants. From strategy and planning to booking flights to negotiating contracts, there is a lot on the line. From strategy and planning to booking flights to negotiating contracts, there is a lot on the line.

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AltexSoft Travel

JANUARY 17, 2023

If you operate a vacation rental management company and are looking for ways to develop, or if you’re just considering the possibility of starting such a business, we hope that this post will help you get a clearer picture of how things work in this industry, learn more about related technologies, or just pick up a tip or two.

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Traveler's Q

APRIL 3, 2023

Additionally, it provides helpful advice on legal requirements, insurance, and risk management that should be taken into consideration when preparing for an event. It is typically located either adjacent to the stage or backstage and is used for people to relax, prepare, and change costumes.

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Hotel Engine

JULY 20, 2022

If you own or project manage a construction company, you already know just how costly construction projects can be. We’re here to help with six ideas to manage and mitigate your rising expenses. You’ve probably heard the saying before — fail to prepare, prepare to fail. Tip #1: Buy your materials in bulk.

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Stova

MARCH 16, 2023

The Strategic Meetings Management Guide Successful strategic meetings management requires a wide array of skills and tools to help you meet stakeholders' expectations and reach your goals. Meet with the stakeholders and higher management to find out what they’re trying to accomplish and how they view success.

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