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10x Your Next Conference: Why Now, More Than Ever, You Should Use Holistic Procurement Methodology

Smart Meetings

A 7-Step Process A true process will go beyond RFP sourcing and site selection, contracting and negotiations. Read More : Year of the Sustainable RFP Let me connect the dots for you. The choices made here ripple through to create a more responsible and sustainable event industry.

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

ADMEI

Common threads in both the survey and the roundtables for many were the need to change the proposal process, incorporate a Letter of Engagement to protect both the planner and DMC prior to executing a contract, and improve site inspection policies. PROPOSAL PROCESS. LETTER OF ENGAGEMENT (or LETTER OF INTENT).

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Evolution of DMCs: Deeper Trust, Transparency and Understanding

Smart Meetings

Common threads in both the survey and the roundtables were the need to change the proposal process, incorporate a Letter of Engagement to protect the planner and DMC prior to executing a contract, and improve site inspection policies. Proposal Process. The letter also sets a time frame for progressing to a contract.

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Seeking Innovators, Experts, and Educators in Meeting Planning

MeetingsNet

Session proposals are now being accepted for the MeetingsNet track at CaterSource + The Special Event show happening February 12 to 15, 2024, in Austin, Texas. Strong proposals will include actionable takeaways for attendees, deep understanding of the meeting industry, and the promise of an engaging or inspiring delivery.

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The Ultimate Event Venue Sourcing Guide

Bizzaboo

Event Organizer From The state of in-person B2B conferences report Does the venue need to have sustainability certifications? As the world embraces sustainability and environmental consciousness, more and more event venues seek LEED or other sustainable certifications. It’s time to craft an engaging request for proposal (RFP).

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Location, Location, Location: Maximizing Your Outcome by Selecting the Optimal Venue for Your Corporate Event

Traveler's Q

Does the Venue Include a Flexible Contract with “Force Majeure”? Force majeure is a legal clause that allows both parties to contract the flexibility to terminate or modify the agreement in cases of extraordinary events beyond their control, such as natural disasters or pandemics. So what are you waiting for?

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The Ultimate Guide to Choosing the Best Venue for Your Corporate Event

Traveler's Q

Does the Venue Include a Flexible Contract with “Force Majeure”? Force majeure is a legal clause that allows both parties to contract the flexibility to terminate or modify the agreement in cases of extraordinary events beyond their control, such as natural disasters or pandemics. So what are you waiting for?

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