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17 Common Event Planning Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

Social Tables

Neglecting to test your technology Any event that includes digital presentations, sound, or lighting cues should be rehearsed prior to the big day. Whether hosting a live, virtual, or hybrid event, rehearsing is an important part of the planning process, especially when digital technology or media are involved.

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Evolution of DMCs: Deeper Trust, Transparency and Understanding

Smart Meetings

And, like a general contractor, DMCs possess the skills, resources and vendor relationships to “build” the event. In the past, many DMCs have been expected to develop a comprehensive proposal and complete costing—essentially a full blueprint—without any compensation, contract or commitment. Proposal Process. Site Inspections.

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How to Deal With 7 Curveballs Thrown at Event Organizers

Convene by PCMA

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

ADMEI

And, like a general contractor, DMCs possess the skills, resources, and vendor relationships to “build” the event. In an ADMEI focus group discussion, some participants estimated that 75% or more of their proposals were never contracted. If the client advances to contract, the Letter becomes null and void. PROPOSAL PROCESS.

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The 15 Biggest Event AV Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

Endless Events

Your AV company should be one of the first vendors you hire. In fact, you should ideally hire your AV company before you even sign your venue contract. Pre-plan where each item will be hung to avoid additional costs and check with your venue before you sign the contract whether or not rigging points and included in the cost.

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The 10-Step Guide to Nonprofit Event Planning

Social Tables

From online community awareness campaigns to out-of-the-box nonprofit event planning ideas, thoughtful preparation can help increase the success of fundraising activities. Operations Manager: An event operations manager oversees vendor communication. They research services, collect event quotes, and execute event contracts.

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Creating Restaurant Event Spaces that Sell

Social Tables

Be prepared to answer any questions a potential client may ask, such as: Do you have private, semi-private, or public restaurant event spaces? Cafeteria-style service: Service staff serves guests from behind a buffet line, plating up food previously prepared and set out by the kitchen. What kind of events have you hosted in the past?

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