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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. In our experience, nearly every meeting service provider is short-staffed and plagued by last-minute no-shows or insufficiently skilled workers.

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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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Contingency Plans Save the Day for Events, Again and Again

Smart Meetings

The World Culture Festival 2023 A performance at the World Culture Festival 2023 Each year, the Art of Living Foundation organizes the World Culture Festival. Smart Meetings spoke with Vice President of Event and Trade Show Production at Hargrove, Lisa Miller. They had an outstanding contingency plan in place.

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Tackling In-person Events as a Team at nSight 2022

Smart Meetings

Their staff and vendors were stretched thin by companies eager to return to events. Altogether, the teams collaborated to organize the event’s stage production, creative design, registration, staffing, lodging, transportation, entertainment and security. Read More: Lessons from a Harmonious Return to Meeting in Anaheim.

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17 Common Event Planning Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

Social Tables

She explains, “You can have the best caterers, the most wonderful venue, amazing artists and magnificent décor, but unless a practical time plan is followed, the result won’t meet the expectations of the client.” While planners want to meet the wishes of their clients, it is important not to book dates blindly.

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The 10-Step Guide to Nonprofit Event Planning

Social Tables

Research shows that individual willingness to donate to nonprofit organizations is increasing annually, as are the contribution amounts. From outlining event goals to post-event donor follow-up, this guide takes organizers of all levels through the nonprofit planning process from start to finish. Fundraising is on the rise worldwide.

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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. The worst thing you can do is assume every vendor and event staff are ready for your event. Two weeks before the event, have a meeting with everyone and discuss the expectations and what is required before, during, and after the event. Planning an event? Conclusion.

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