Endless Events

SEPTEMBER 8, 2022

Check with your venue to ensure enough water refill stations for everyone’s needs. For example, HubSpot Inbound gave every vendor an identical booth with their name printed on top. This practice evened the playing field for vendors, who didn’t have to worry about competing for attendee interest. . Get a Reusable Stage Setup.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 4, 2019

Date, venue and rates are critical and typically given priority in the earliest stages of the meeting planning cycle. Many hotel contracts mandate use of an in-house AV provider and contain clauses prohibiting use of other vendors or charge for the privilege of using the planner’s preferred vendor. Timing is Everything.

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Bizzaboo

JANUARY 6, 2025

Conference management is so much more than just booking a venue and sending out invitationsits a comprehensive process that covers every stage of planning, organizing, and executing a successful conference or large-scale event. Understanding the Dynamics of Conference Management What is Conference Management?

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 21, 2022

While in-person meetings are on the rise, meeting planners are booking much more short-term with less prep time. Prior to the pandemic, large events were booked up to three years in advance, whereas now, many are booked within the year. Labor shortages are significant factors on the planner and venue side.

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Endless Events

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

Especially if you book further in advance, you’ll be able to get those hotel rooms for a lower rate. . Even though you can plan an event without a site visit , seeing your venue is a great opportunity to gauge how much time you need to set your event space up. Now, let’s talk attrition. Food & Beverage.

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ADMEI

DECEMBER 13, 2023

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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Bizzaboo

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

Choosing the right venue is crucial for event success. Not only does the venue set the tone and influence overall event outcomes, it also directly impacts the attendee experience, which shapes each participant’s perceptions, engagement, and enjoyment. of attendees said conference venues can make or break their experience.

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 6, 2023

New PURE Local Services tool builds RFPs for activities, decor and transportation What if sourcing activities, decor and transportation were as easy as checking boxes to produce an RFP for a venue? It is a functional, curated package generator to manage data, information and vendors. “I Giveback programs are very important to clients.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

As planners, before the pandemic, we had longer lead times to plan events and a wider choice of venues. These venues were often hosted to larger audiences that filled ballrooms with tables close together. There were many vendors to choose from, all of which had plenty of options and ample supplies. How Do We Cope?

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Endless Events

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

And it’s no secret that when event profs go to sleep, their dreams consist of a series of jumping quotes, venue possibilities, key-note speakers to snatch … So when you have to add event AV costs to the equation, some smoke might start coming out of your head. The Options Are Slim Because You Waited Too Long.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 20, 2024

Outside vendors or exclusive vendors? Work with the venue if a problem arises. Fine tuning your force majeure can help in the chance you or the venue need to cancel or reschedule. You need to be able to say, ‘We can re-book at the same rate.’ How many comp rooms are available? Cost for meeting rooms. Resort fees.

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Endless Events

NOVEMBER 8, 2019

Soon enough you find yourself complacent not really thinking about why you’re hiring vendors and choosing the same ones over and over. We know when you find a great vendor you want to stick with them! You want to make sure you are still happy with the vendor’s services and getting what you deserve.

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Endless Events

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

Hold your event in the daylight hours or outside venues (and get an extra point for COVID compliance). Book venues with renewable energy sources like solar panels. Labor shortages have left many venues and service providers without sufficient staff. This will ensure you have enough time for price negotiations.

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ADMEI

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

You want a company that knows its city well and has built excellent relationships with venues and vendors in the area. How do you approach vendor relationships? One of the advantages of working with a DMC is gaining secondhand access to their vendor network. Can you tell me about your largest group or event?

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 2, 2018

But recent years have seen an increasing number of event management applications, culminating in six of 2018’s nine finalists specializing in behind the scenes management or booking. Event Tech Tribe –group marketing of cloud-based event tech products, including an appointment management system and a venue sourcing site.

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 15, 2024

Read More: What to Expect at Cvent Connect in San Antonio Attendees experienced the culture with a “Neon Rodeo” at Smoke Skybar, indoor-outdoor venue featuring BBQ, beer and live music, and Lone Star Jam at The Espee live entertainment venue a block from San Antonio’s Pearl restaurant and brewery district.

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Social Tables

JUNE 17, 2024

What makes a conference venue “unique?” Unique conference venues are not your traditional meeting spaces; they stand out. Style and design Venues that look unique are easy to pick out of a lineup. Does your venue feature impressive architecture, intricate interior design, or creative landscaping?

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 13, 2022

Expanding vendor deals to utilize spa facilities, wellness-based accommodation and better team training are good places to start. “On Bolster your bleisure programs, pick your partners wisely by choosing venues that have co-working spaces and consider a sabbatical travel program based on individual duration of employment, suggested GBT.

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Endless Events

JULY 23, 2021

In every contract, an Audio Visual (AV) quote is the piece of a vendor agreement that has the dollars attached to it that breaks apart the projected cost of different materials. The audio section will contain all information related to sound including speakers, soundboards, amps and the sound system at the venue. Compare Costs.

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Endless Events

FEBRUARY 25, 2019

And not necessarily little properties but properties all over the place that have one vendor doing it. But there’s obviously still the ability right now at least for you to bring a third party vendor in. And the venue is being nice and letting us have them be the exclusive provider of the Breakout Sessions. all of Chicago.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 10, 2023

Hargrove sets an example for planning events that go off without a hitch through their government shutdown contingency plan After the venue booking, event design, attendee lists, emails, emails and more emails, your event is all ready to go—finally! 29 to Oct 1. Hargrove, however, was prepared with a swift response.

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Dana Communications

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Sliding further down the funnel, you’ll also want to build bonds with nearby host venues, area colleges and universities (think of all the multi-day visitors for residence hall move-ins, parents’ weekends and graduations!) Being named a preferred vendor for overnight accommodations can really boost your bottom line.

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Endless Events

SEPTEMBER 12, 2018

Finally, you should book early to ensure your AV company has plenty of time to prepare a successful event, thus avoiding any rush fees. When you’re negotiating with in-house vendors, let them know that you want to bring in out-of-house AV. But, sometimes, even with those fees, it can be cheaper to bring in out-of-house vendors.

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Endless Events

MAY 19, 2020

For example, let’s say an attendee downloads an e-book and watches a video on the same topic, you can then send them personalized content related to those previously viewed pieces to create a custom experience. . Have conversations about security with your venue and everyone on staff. Onsite Security Improvements .

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Endless Events

NOVEMBER 29, 2021

In a world of lockdowns and social distancing, virtual platforms took over the function of event venues (and then some). T he virtual venue is one of the most important decisions you can make for your long-term event strategy. And even though we’re a reliable source, we advise you to never judge the book by its cover.

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Endless Events

NOVEMBER 15, 2019

For example, let’s say an attendee downloads an e-book and watches a video on the same topic, you can then send them personalized content related to those previously viewed pieces to create a custom experience. . Have conversations about security with your venue and everyone on staff. 2020 Event Trends: Unique Venue Experiences .

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Endless Events

OCTOBER 31, 2018

Unions have contracts with the venue. Number one is that unions, if you didn’t know, always have their contracts with the venue. Usually, the unions will approach the venues and say, “Hey. That’s always just something to keep in mind when you are looking at your venues, is that venue specifically a union?

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ADMEI

MARCH 13, 2024

Guests with mobility challenges will be encouraged by ensuring accessibility of venues and transportation. DMCs provide valuable assistance in every area, from local expertise to cost-effective vendor and venue bookings. DMCs really do think of everything, from designing events with empathy to navigating the unexpected.

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Travel Daily Media

JULY 17, 2024

The post Oslofjord Convention Center in Norway appoints RMS Cloud to automate bookings appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily Media. Having researched a total of 15 vendors and receiving proposals from five, RMS Cloud had the best functionality at the most competitive price point. “As

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ADMEI

OCTOBER 4, 2023

As the definition explains, they can offer detailed insight into nearly every aspect of your event from planning through execution, along with providing valuable connections to local vendors. From entertainment and transportation to venues and safety, a DMC can help you take your next event from good to great.

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 3, 2021

While a handful of deeply digital-oriented companies are pulling off hybrid events, speaker agencies surveyed in the United States, Canada, Australia and the United Kingdom report booking speakers for hybrid events only 5 percent to 10 percent of the time.

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ADMEI

AUGUST 9, 2024

Different technologies can enhance the event experience for your clients and vendors in many ways, both big and small. Utilize virtual reality (VR) or augmented reality (AR) experiences to offer clients and potential clients immersive previews of event venues, local attractions, and accommodation options. Utilize drones at events.

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Social Tables

APRIL 22, 2021

This concept shapes everything from the type of music performed to the audience, venue, other event activities, and style of event decor and merchandise. Pick a venue. Many venues are set up for and willing to accommodate live music. Explore the Cvent Supplier Network to find, request, and book venues all across the world.

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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. This is why booking these partners in advance is so important. Add vendor timelines. All in all, vendors can only work with the information you give them. They’re not flexible.

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Social Tables

JANUARY 12, 2023

Planners work with vendors, suppliers, and venues to coordinate meal service, event staffing, negotiate pricing, and so much more. Pro planners are constantly on the lookout for exciting new event venues, vendor options, potential suppliers, and other resources. Comparison and Selection. Negotiation. Collaboration.

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Traveler's Q

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

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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Convene by PCMA

DECEMBER 10, 2021

But the multi-purpose venue won’t just be for competition; event planners will be able to utilize several areas of the facility for their events — depending on the time of year. The Podium , which was 10 years in the making, is first and foremost a sports venue. “We Curt Wagner/ Convene ).

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