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17 Common Event Planning Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

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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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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. Value your vendor relationships.” A Mountain of Challenges.

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Your 2021 Virtual Event Budget Checklist!

Endless Events

Includes everything from Google ads to vendor and sponsor associated costs. Registration: Platform fee, service, charges, refunds, and more. Pre-Production: Sourcing gear, rehearsals, pre-records. These basics include: Marketing & PR: Through which avenues are you promoting your event?

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The 10-Step Guide to Nonprofit Event Planning

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Operations Manager: An event operations manager oversees vendor communication. Operations managers negotiate prices, book vendors, place supply orders, and communicate vendor details between the planning team, venue, and benefiting organization. They research services, collect event quotes, and execute event contracts.

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How to Deal With 7 Curveballs Thrown at Event Organizers

Convene by PCMA

Nearly every hotel, general service contractor, AV, and registration company had to lay off a significant number of client-facing team members. Ask your vendors what contingency plans they have to ensure full staffing. Lock in your run-of-show and rehearse more than ever before. Overloaded Account and Project Managers.

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The Ultimate Event Planning Checklist: 7 Phases to Create a Winning Event

Eventtia

They’ll often be the point of contact for vendors, stakeholders, and customers. Configure your event page and registration form To set up an effective event page and registration form: Establish your page’s aesthetic: Ensure the design and color schemes match your brand and event theme. Set up teams for specialized tasks.

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How to Create an Event Brief (with Template)

Bizzaboo

Gather relevant information, understand the event landscape, explore similar events, study their successes and challenges, and examine various aspects such as venue options, potential sponsors, and vendors. Step 2: Define Event Objectives and Goals You have a purpose or a goal you want to achieve with this event.