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OCTOBER 30, 2024

Prepare the hotel concierge with information about the group and sponsors so they can make better recommendations and anticipate the needs of attendees. Especially in a walkable, scenic place like Newport, Rhode Island, scheduling in some time to discover the area, answer emails or catch a nap is always appreciated.

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MARCH 25, 2025

Beyond Parks & Rec Photo by Max Whittaker These students are preparing to be managers of people, projects and the design thinking that goes along with that, said Becker, who is a Cal Poly alum and on their advisory board. That is where the power is.

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NOVEMBER 25, 2024

That said, we’re prepared. MM No event is ever perfect, and I’d be lying if I said I didn’t have worries—especially about the weather. Last year, a monsoon forced us to end the event early, but our team worked together to safely wrap up. We’ve worked tirelessly on details, incorporated new ideas, and addressed feedback.

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JANUARY 10, 2024

What Planners Can Do to Be Prepared When it comes to severe storms, the best things any event professional can do is prepare as much as they can. A second storm is predicted to move across the U.S. Having a plan B (C, or even D) will surely work in your favor.

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MAY 3, 2025

Prepare Attendees for REAL ID Deadline on May 7 Interactive map with locations of Digital ID checkpoints After a two-year extension, Transportation Security Administration officials said agents will be enforcing the requirement that travelers show certified REAL IDs starting Wednesday, May 7 for all adult passengers.

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AUGUST 19, 2021

However, the odds are there will be a few bumps along the way, no matter how prepared you are. Our event production staff is trained in both our equipment servicing and customer relations, so they are prepared to handle any issue that could occur at an event. To sum up, the underlying message is to always be prepared.

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AUGUST 6, 2024

Join “The Future of Third-Party Cookies” for a breakdown of changes impacting our industry and steps marketers should take to prepare. This webinar breaks down the latest news about third-party cookies, offers ideas for ad targeting, and prepares marketers for the future with or without cookies.

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JULY 19, 2024

Read More: How to Build a Risk-assessment Checklist Smart Meetings reached out to Kevin Coffey , travel security and meeting risk advisor and trainer, to get some insights on what planners can learn from the CrowdStrike incident and how they can prepare for the future. But it is important for planners and suppliers to be the same page.

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JANUARY 25, 2021

In this chapter, we cover everything from contactless solutions to food and beverage preparation, along with several other best practices to make attendees feel as safe as possible when returning to live experiences. How can planners prepare for and make sure they meet these demands in a post-COVID world? Beyond The Laptop Experiences.

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APRIL 11, 2025

As the exclusive media sponsor, Smart Meetings was there to hear how meeting professionals are adjusting to losing international attendance while preparing for higher prices. because of travel warnings being issued against the country or, in the case of Canada, anger over tariff threats.

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JULY 19, 2024

Read More: How to Build a Risk-assessment Checklist Smart Meetings reached out to Kevin Coffey , travel security and meeting risk advisor and trainer, to get some insights on what planners can learn from the CrowdStrike incident and how they can prepare for the future. But it is important for planners and suppliers to be the same page.

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JANUARY 31, 2023

But as the meetings industry comes back with a vengeance, it is important for meeting planners to prepare for the unexpected. Failla pointed to vehicle contingencies as an example of the importance of being prepared. preparing with weights, ballasting and alternative locations in mind. You can’t predict it.

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APRIL 18, 2025

Check TSA requirements on their website to be sure youre prepared for your next flight. As travelers prepare for Easter and spring travel, TSA encourages travelers to arrive early, pack smart and know the rules about liquids to speed up the security process.

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APRIL 1, 2022

Finding, pitching, and keeping event sponsors is not a gamble – it’s a process that event planners need to carefully prepare for. And vice versa – event planners should prepare questions for sponsors too and assess whether they fit their ideal sponsor persona. . Event sponsors are not just a source of financial aid.

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JANUARY 19, 2024

After a few years, she began to prepare. Preparing for the Exam Since the start, Carvalho has been committed to self-education in the events industry. Then, I would just have to go back and read my summaries when preparing for the exam.” When I saw the ‘Pass’ on the screen, it was a great moment of accomplishment for me.

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DECEMBER 24, 2024

Was the food well-prepared? Food and beverages can make or break an event, often leaving a lasting impression on attendees. Was there variety? Did the flavor profiles shine? Were mocktails offered alongside cocktails? These details matter.

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SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

When crisis strikes a meeting professional’s host city and hotel, it’s comforting to know that—despite the uncertainty that surrounds unexpected events—the hotel in which you’re hosting your event is well prepared to take on the challenge.

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JUNE 8, 2020

I prepare, but I don't obsess or stress over it because I set the intention. The consistency is more important than the amount of time. Click To Tweet. Move away from good and bad, right and wrong, towards what was optimal and less than optimal. Do you feel how that's different? Click To Tweet. I'm driving the ship.

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SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

It's much easier to prepare for a few targeted meetings than to navigate a sea of strangers. Come prepared with a few go-to conversation starters. Here's how to make the most of them: Prepare a concise "elevator pitch" about your product or service. We introverts often excel at preparation, so leverage this strength.

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OCTOBER 13, 2023

Preparing for the Exam Nguyen was exposed to the CMP designation early on. Because conversation is so advantageous to her learning, working and discussing the course content with a study group was the best way she could have prepared. Her organization and preparation for events support this success.

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OCTOBER 26, 2021

Meeting planning always seems to have another trick up its sleeve no matter how prepared you thought you were. With this and ever-changing rules and regulations about Covid-19 safety, what is a meeting professional to do?

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JANUARY 2, 2025

Mayor Cantrell said the city is prepared for game day and large events. That person was killed by police on the scene. FBI Deputy Assistant Director Christopher Raia said, we do not believe the public is in danger.

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OCTOBER 27, 2023

Preparing for the Exam She remembers, “When I first started out, I was a sponge trying to learn as much as possible.” As she prepared for the exam herself, she turned to vendors for many of her questions. There are more study groups, more prep courses and, overall, more help and support for people currently preparing for the exam.

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SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

As she prepared to graduate, she took on a role as a marketing coordinator at a major healthcare company. This preparation falls in line with her favorite quote, by Chicago architect Daniel Burnham: “Make no little plans. When she was young, she knew art wouldn’t necessarily offer her a lucrative career. Volunteer to gain experience.

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FEBRUARY 24, 2021

So, in face of data points like these, it’s only natural that several aspects of the industry are preparing for the upcoming shift. But as we previously discussed , venues are already preparing for this through the GBAC Star Accreditation. And this, of course, includes venues!

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NOVEMBER 28, 2023

This timeline ensures both the production team and speakers are adequately prepared, contributing to a smooth event flow. It also allows the audiovisual team to finalize technical preparations during the rehearsal, ensuring they work with the correct presentation version when the event begins.

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APRIL 21, 2025

Training with a Michelin-starred chef in Tokyo provided insight into preparation and depth. Lessons Learned from Around the World Through his work and travels, Feldman shared lessons learned from different cultures. He said, Sometimes the simplest solutions like a tint of blue in laundry detergent solve the most complex problems..

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NOVEMBER 10, 2020

We’d started preparing for everybody having to work from home and a lot of those kinds of things. So from a backend organizational side, we’d prepare it a little bit. . “And so we’d started from an internal perspective.

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APRIL 30, 2021

How will food preparation work? And it’s extremely important that your venue supports you in ensuring that all guidelines are met and everyone involved is protected. What does the venue provide to ensure a safe and sanitary environment? What’s the capacity? Who’s moderating all of this? Technology.

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FEBRUARY 23, 2023

As leaders, it’s our job to ensure our teams feel motivated and prepared to achieve ambitious goals. Be prepared to interpret data and respond. Hold yourself and others accountable. Did the work even count if you cannot measure the outcomes against the expectation? Realize it’s a journey, not a destination.

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APRIL 10, 2020

The best thing you can do to start this journey off with the right foot is to be prepared. But going into a meeting with a virtual event production company unprepared will only drag on the process. Much like you would do with an in-person event, there are things you need to somewhat solidify before jumping into a call.

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MAY 31, 2022

Preparation matters. This could also be true in 2023 and beyond so now is the time to prepare. Have stakeholders demo the technology and practice dry runs. Go so far as to anticipate where potential hiccups could occur and have plans in place to recover. Account for accessibility.

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NOVEMBER 3, 2023

Preparing for the CMP Exam Aden says that there will never be a perfect time to take the CMP exam. As much as you may feel inklings of imposter syndrome, trust that you are prepared to take the exam and have done the work to earn the designation. “Of You will always come up with excuses to push it back.

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FEBRUARY 3, 2023

Who are your vendors, and would they be self-sufficient in preparing for a weather event, or would they need emergency guidance? 4: Pre-empt Travel Issues Monitoring where keynote speakers and other event VIPs are traveling from will help you prepare if they are not able to make it due to the weather.

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JUNE 10, 2022

Event professionals have to come to follow-up meetings after events well-prepared. Or it can also be some missing support for your staff like lack of supplies or time to prepare. You can’t avoid mishaps during events but you can prepare for them. What went wrong? Recap and celebrate.

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DECEMBER 4, 2020

When it comes to competition options, you could choose to organize this to take place ahead of time, so that participants have an opportunity to prepare their entry and then showcase it during the event itself. You could also choose to have the competition play out in real-time, issuing awards, prizes, and other perks to the lucky winners.

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AUGUST 25, 2023

This couldn’t be more true for our profession—especially when large events require months of planning and preparation. Be Transparent with Your Budget On that note, come prepared with a budget. Provide Details at Least Six Weeks in Advance The wise Benjamin Franklin once said, “If you fail to plan you are planning to fail.”

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