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How DMCs Can Help You Manage the Unexpected

ADMEI

Even the most meticulously planned events can fall prey to natural disasters, a pandemic, vendor cancellations, and keynote speaker travel delays. Will travel routes be affected? Contracts : Are your contracts with venues and vendors solid? Do your vendors and venues have emergency plans? Is another expected?

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Event Management Versus Event Production: What’s the Difference?

Endless Events

You’re gearing up to plan your next event, but you already feel overwhelmed between finding a venue, planning your A/V, and picking the perfect caterer. Whichever option you choose, both vendors will make your event look effortless and high-quality. Sourcing vendors and crew. Venue selection. Vendor collaboration.

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Is Your Meeting Storm Ready?

Smart Meetings

Amtrak cancelled dozens of trains across the mid-Atlantic region on Wednesday, several of which were in major areas like New York City, Boston and Philadelphia. Before the storm hits, it’s advisable to communicate with attendees, vendors and speakers. Are there any areas of the event venue prone to flooding?

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Price-Conscious Wow: How Meeting Planners Find More Value With AV Partners

Smart Meetings

The shuttle back and forth to off-site venues is also very important. By signing a contract with a venue, meeting planners can quickly lose their freedom to choose their AV provider. What types of customer service training are you doing for your employees? What does your training program look like for new hires?

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23 Best Atlanta Event Venues and Meeting Spaces  

Bizzaboo

Add to its colorful history an abundance of Atlanta meeting venues, and you can’t go wrong with this Georgia peach of a city! From historical sites to contemporary marvels, Atlanta’s unique venues provide a backdrop that’s as diverse as the city itself.

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A Step-by-Step Guide to the Perfect Conference Venue

Endless Events

Finding a conference venue is a lengthy and detailed process. Which venue will be available? The main component of a conference is the venue, it’s where the main show takes place! Finding the perfect conference venue can be challenging. The planning can begin up to a year in advance. Dive in below!

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23 Minneapolis Event Venues Your Attendees Will Love

Bizzaboo

Searching for event venues in the Mini Apple? The venue has several spaces to use: The Flour Tower: This is the museum’s signature space, located in the former mill’s grain elevator. The Ruin Courtyard: This Minneapolis outdoor venue is in the heart of the museum, surrounded by the ruins of the old mill.

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