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Planning a Destination Wedding

Traveler's Q

photographers) Send out save the dates Purchase your dress/tux Plan and book your desired events Within 6 to 9 months Book your rehearsal dinner venue (make sure that your guests are invited; it is customary) Decide the menu with your caterer Send out wedding invitations Book the remaining support teammates (e.g.

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*?#! AV People Say – Whiteboard Wednesday

Endless Events

They’re willing to stay up till 3:00 in the morning rehearsing it as many times as the CEO wants to and then turn around and come right back down again at 4:00 in the morning. ” A lot of times the more casual and smooth that something looks, chances are they rehearsed the snot out of it, right? But let us take a look at it.

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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. The letter also sets a time frame for progressing to a contract. Proposal Process. Site Inspections.

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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 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. If the client advances to contract, the Letter becomes null and void. PROPOSAL PROCESS.

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How to Deal With 7 Curveballs Thrown at Event Organizers

Convene by PCMA

The meeting rooms you contracted for may have been double booked. Lock in your run-of-show and rehearse more than ever before. Chances are high that 10 percent or so of your coworkers will either get COVID or need to quarantine because of potential exposure. Space Conflicts. There were many re-bookings during the pandemic.

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The 15 Biggest Event AV Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

Endless Events

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. As an extra precaution, schedule a rehearsal with your AV company.

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