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11 Questions to Ask Before Hiring a DMC

ADMEI

CVBs assist planners by providing information on local resources and services, site selection, and other pre-conference and post-convention services. How long has the DMC been open? Many companies open and close each year. A DMC that has existed for a length of time has shown that its operation has a proven track record of success.

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Benefits of Hiring a Professional Event Planner

Blue Spark Event Design

When hiring professional planners, you need to consider a few important things : First, you have to make sure that the company is legitimate and insured. It is very easy to setup an online company that does not have a business license to operate or the insurance to cover your guests and the event.

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Moving Events Forward in the Face of Social and Economic Challenges

Convene by PCMA

We also continually evaluate our criteria for where we do site selection. We have insurance for this] but also would take that on ourselves. This was prior to me joining the organization, but we have had a history where we have made decisions like that to move meetings. When Roe v.

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Top 3 Things You Should Be Working On Now For Your 2022 Incentive

Blue Spark Event Design

If not, know which ones will be available and who still have insurance). Review whether local suppliers are still in business (florals, furniture rental, audio visual , entertainment, etc.). Review local tourist spots for hours and options (are all three ziplining places still open? Search for Incentive Offers. Room rate incentives.

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The Top US and Canadian Event Management Agencies for 2024

Bizzaboo

Trusted by leading brands in financial services, insurance, healthcare, retail, consumer packaged goods, entertainment, and charitable organizations, Aquarius is privileged to create impactful connections. Notable clients include American Family Insurance, Anheuser-Busch, ESPN, Greyhound, and Mercedes-Benz.

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New Brands Emerge from Benchmark/Gemstone Combo

MeetingsNet

Benchmark Hospitality International and Gemstone Hotels & Resorts have merged to become BENCHMARK, a global hospitality company with a new corporate identity and three distinct hotel collections. read more.

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United CEO Charms GBTA Audience

MeetingsNet

Oscar Munoz understands that by the time you step on board an airplane, “you’re frankly pissed.” He’s determined to make it better. United’s new premium Polaris seats (pictured) should help. read more.