Convene by PCMA

JULY 27, 2022

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. Be prepared for missed deadlines, late fees, and a lot more handholding. Prepare your staff. Jacob Slaton Photography).

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Bizzaboo

MARCH 18, 2024

With their deep dives into market trends, product evaluations, and vendor landscapes, analyst reports offer invaluable insights for decision-makers. They evaluate vendors against various criteria and provide a visual overview of the market and its players. This clarity will help you focus on relevant sections within analyst reports.

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Endless Events

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

“My first job was opening the mail and entering the data from the registration forms. ” “We started doing online registration in the late nineties,” says Scott. And I say project management because a technical project manager knows enough technology to be able to work with your vendors in a smart way.

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Endless Events

MAY 28, 2021

This will include things like contactless registration solutions, masks, hand sanitizing stations, mandatory tests or vaccinations, and more. Vendors and partners are on your side. Slow & Steady Wins The Race. Priming attendees for what these events might look like is the first step towards success. Venues are on your side.

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Alcor Mice

APRIL 29, 2021

As you can see, there are quite a lot of things that go into preparing a memorable event experience. Before jumping into preparations, ask yourself a set of questions that will serve as a framework for how you’ll go about organizing your event. These questions will ultimately help you create a more comprehensive preparation plan.

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Eventtia

OCTOBER 9, 2023

For example, if you’re launching a grand opening of a flagship store in a major city, expecting a footfall of over 1,000 customers, it’s wise to start preparations at least four months ahead. For smaller events, such as a masterclass on how to use the product, 1-2 months of preparation might be enough.

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Eventtia

APRIL 18, 2022

Phase 1: Planning and Preparation. If it’s a virtual event or it’s a smaller in-person event, you’ll have more leniency, but at the very least, make sure you have at least two months in advance to prepare the event. Identify other vendors that may have dependencies with your venue choices (i.e., Venue manager.

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Endless Events

OCTOBER 12, 2018

Instead of paying to send people to an event, which can add up with airfare, car rental, registration fees, per diem, and missed work time, companies can simply allow those people to watch a live stream of the event. If you hire a streaming vendor, they may send a technician to set up and take care of the box. Find a Vendor.

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Bizzaboo

MARCH 18, 2024

With their deep dives into market trends, product evaluations, and vendor landscapes, analyst reports offer invaluable insights for decision-makers. They evaluate vendors against various criteria and provide a visual overview of the market and its players. This clarity will help you focus on relevant sections within analyst reports.

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Social Tables

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

Prepare for and market event registration. Outline the entire registration process in great detail. Planners should know exactly when registration will open, how long it will be open, and precisely how many tickets or spaces are available. Utilize social media. Coordinate a countdown.

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Convene by PCMA

JULY 19, 2021

Planners meet with a vendor across from the Camelback Mountain Resort taco truck. Other vendors decked out trunks and tables. Delco Steaks was one of the vendors who parked its food truck at the event. Vendors who did not want to exhibit could purchase tickets for a separate reception after the trade show.

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Bizzaboo

JUNE 26, 2023

☐ Budget: Assess Costs and Source Vendors Figure out how big your event budget should be and identify vendors that can provide the services you need at price points you can afford. Be sure to include assets and promotional materials for your partners, vendors, speakers, and others to share on their social channels to boost attendance.

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Social Tables

APRIL 22, 2019

Here are some other ways this master planning guide can help: You can get on the same page with vendors and caterers well in advance. Add vendor timelines. When gathering vendor timelines, here are a few things you can ask: How long it takes for the caterer to prepare and serve a seated dinner for 500 people.

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Bizzaboo

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

To illustrate, here’s a list of some of the most popular event KPIs from a demand generation funnel perspective: Registrations. Here are a few examples: Registrations from target accounts. Food service and other vendors. Onsite event registration software. Create a Strategy for Onsite Registration. Gross revenue.

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ITA Group

JANUARY 20, 2022

ITA Group’s health risk task force partners with multiple qualified vendors for COVID-19 event testing. Proactively Prepare for Events With A Health Risk Mitigation Plan. The mobile app offers a seamless participant experience for COVID-19 vaccination or negative test verification during registration. Let's Talk. Event Seating.

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Social Tables

DECEMBER 1, 2021

Promote early-bird registration. . Create and promote an exclusive “early-bird registration” promo for event attendees that register in the earliest stages of ticket sales. Highlight the event’s setup with time-lapse footage of the stage being built, vendor tents going up, or event parking getting roped off for attendees.

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Bizzaboo

JUNE 27, 2022

It’s preparing for the unexpected. Agreements with venues, vendors, and sponsors often have built-in clauses that accommodate the unexpected twists and turns of the post-COVID world. Prepare action items that you can kick into gear if needed. What is risk management in event planning? It’s embracing adaptability.

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Social Tables

JANUARY 14, 2022

Keep reading to find out how flagship hospitality conferences and hospitality mega-events are preparing to tackle the industry’s most important topics. . Registration is now open, but availability for the event is limited in order to provide attendees with a more immersive experience. . Cvent CONNECT. Mountain Travel Symposium.

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Traveler's Q

APRIL 3, 2023

Additionally, many smartphones have calendar applications that allow you to schedule calls and meetings with your team members in advance, ensuring everyone is organized and prepared for the event ahead of time. Negotiations with vendors and suppliers can help you secure the services or goods you need at the best possible prices.

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AltexSoft Travel

MAY 29, 2023

To apply for IATA accreditation, you will need to: Prepare the following documents: Proof of general business operations Proof of your qualifications Confirmation of travel agent experience Proof of financial viability Register at the Customer Portal. Pay the registration fee. The TIDS registration is free of charge.

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MeetingsNet

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

The convention center and local hotels told the association’s staff that they were prepared to host the event, arranging for extra food and supplies as well as generators for back-up power. Association staff and vendors landed in New Orleans on August 25, 26, and 27 to prepare for the August 29 start.

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Stova

MARCH 16, 2023

Negotiate favorable rates with offsite venues and vendors. Inquire about restrictions on vendors. Be prepared so you know what to expect. How to Select Good Meeting Management Tools Some of the most common stumbling blocks in meeting management occur in registration tracking, content sharing, and engagement.

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Bizzaboo

JULY 30, 2023

Make an informed estimate by analyzing previous attendance data, registrations, or similar industry events. Lock in your event date early so you have plenty of time to find your ideal venue, book vendors, and communicate with attendees. Many venues require an initial deposit to secure the booking, so be prepared to pay promptly.

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Eventtia

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

Event management platforms are instrumental in managing everything from event registration and ticketing to attendee engagement, VIP and KOL guests hospitality management, and post-event analysis. However, there are clear differences between regular SaaS vendors and platforms offering both digital solutions and collaborative partnerships.

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Bizzaboo

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

However, what happens when you realize your current event management software vendor is no longer meeting your needs? of organizers are either switching or planning to switch their event software vendors within the next year, underscoring the dynamic nature of this industry. We just ran our conference with a new vendor.

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Stova

MARCH 7, 2023

Facial recognition self-check-in powers speedy, contactless onsite registration. Use these flexible solutions to map a seamless attendee journey from marketing and registration through engagement and reporting. These programs realize savings mainly by standardizing preferred vendors and procurement procedures.

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Gavel International

MARCH 25, 2024

Reading Time: 7 minutes Success in event and meeting planning involves thoughtful and thorough preparation, which is why having an experienced and prepared meeting planner makes all the difference. So, it makes sense that you should prepare a mobile office of sorts for offsite meetings – for your own use and the use of attendees.

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Alcor Mice

MAY 5, 2021

Their services come with a strong network of high quality and trusted vendors as well, ensuring that your event receives only the best. Hiring these production companies will definitely make your preparation much smoother; however, as an organizer, it’s best that you are aware of all the little things that are needed to make an event work.

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Bizzaboo

MARCH 15, 2021

It’s also a good idea to purchase event insurance, even if your venue has insurance because there are still many unknowns and you’ll want to be prepared for anything. For example, you can place stickers on the floor indicating where to stand at the registration area to help people stay a safe distance apart. Event Insurance.

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Convene by PCMA

OCTOBER 29, 2021

4,993 total registrations. 2,402 in-person registrations. 2,591 digital registrations. Safety 2021 included and expo with 371 vendor booths. I’m sure you’ve been to a conference where there’s a huge line at registration to pick up your badge. Safety 2021 by the Numbers. 2,513 first-time attendees (total).

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Bizzaboo

DECEMBER 4, 2023

They can streamline processes, negotiate better with vendors, and leverage existing relationships. The event team can also build tailor-made go-to-market strategies and content to ensure marketing and sales have what they need to drive registrations, leads, and meaningful follow-up.

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Bizzaboo

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

From choosing the perfect venues to coordinating with vendors and stakeholders, event planners are problem-solvers, multitaskers, and behind-the-scenes heroes who ensure everything goes smoothly. How do you manage and coordinate with vendors, such as caterers, decorators, and entertainment?

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Stova

MAY 25, 2023

Inquire about restrictions on vendors. High numbers of attendees might make some solutions for attendance or registration better than others. Be prepared so you know what to expect. When contracts are signed, you can pull data from the eRFP into the registration site. How much parking space will you need?

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Eventtia

JANUARY 11, 2022

Prepare for redundancies. You can start by estimating the following items: Venue rental, including additional costs like insurance Catering costs Furniture rental Event technology stack ( event registration software , event management platform , virtual event platform, etc. ) Test your content to this group and gather their feedback.

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Brightspot Incentive Events

JUNE 9, 2021

It is important to clearly communicate to your client and their attendees, so they are well prepared before the trip. This ultimately begins with registration and pre-trip documents. We require all vendors to complete this form and return to us during the planning phase. In summary, travel is coming back.

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Convene by PCMA

APRIL 6, 2022

“Because Las Vegas’s mask mandate was in effect for Convening Leaders,” Winchel said, “a member of the PCMA team met Meryl and assisted her through registration, using text messages to communicate along the way.” 5 Ways to Ensure Accessibility . And — this is very important — include a deadline for submitting the request,” Evans said.

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Eventtia

MARCH 14, 2022

Soon enough, both event planners and attendees understood the unique benefits of virtual events over their in-person counterparts: it’s cheaper to host (and typically the registration fees are also cheaper for participants), faster to organize, and you don’t have to worry about travel arrangements and accommodations. Start early.

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