Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 27, 2023

As she prepared for the exam herself, she turned to vendors for many of her questions. None of these events can come together without constant communication. “We She studied for the exam on her own but urges future candidates to look to the valuable learning and collaboration opportunities of study groups.

Preparation 246

Preparation Certification Sports Speakers 246

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. A keen eye is required for event planners who want to remain competitive.

Planner 145

Planner Vendor Certification Event Planning 145

Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 12, 2022

An expanded exposition floor at Mandalay Bay Convention Center was brimming with activity Tuesday as an estimated 10,000 people flowed through hosted buyer appointments, education sessions and nearly 400 booths representing more than 180 countries, venues, technology vendors and suppliers. And almost a third were new since 2021.

Attendee 293

Attendee Airlines Tourism Tourism 293

Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 3, 2023

Okay, I guess there’s value being created, you need to get professional certification, this is a reasonably cost-effective way to do that. The conversation will be led by someone, but their role is simply to facilitate conversation, posing questions to foster more communication.

Conference 246

Conference Healthcare Medical Meetings Events 246

Convene by PCMA

MAY 20, 2024

PCMA Convening Leaders 2024, held in January in San Diego, earned the Silver certification of the Events Industry Council’s (EIC) Sustainable Event Standard. In April, PCMA Convening Leaders 2024 was awarded the Silver certification of the Events Industry Council’s (EIC) Sustainable Event Standard.

Certification 59

Certification Sustainability Sponsors Vendor 59

Endless Events

SEPTEMBER 20, 2019

I’m looking at my suppliers, I’m looking at my hoteliers, my other vendors. “Change is more than just communicating and telling people about the change, or training them on it. But if you really want to take a step forward we recommend checking out MPI’s Women in Leadership Executive Skills Certificate Program.

Events 255

Events Certification Planner Organization 255

Motivation Excellence

AUGUST 22, 2019

Whether it’s a high-dollar gift card, a certificate for valuable services or admission to a top conference, expand your email subscriber list with prizes they’ll really want. Use routine messages to vendors, customers and other contacts to grow your email list. Offer discounts for new email subscriptions.

Social Media 130

Social Media Automation Trade Show Booking 130

Tembusu Events and Communications

AUGUST 26, 2024

The certifications BSI/IEC 27001 and 27701 represent international standards dealing with information security and privacy management. With these certifications in the hands of an event planner, a wide array of benefits mainly focus on clients who are in dire need of reliability, security, and peace of mind.

Certification 40

Certification Planner Vendor Regulations 40

Bizzaboo

SEPTEMBER 29, 2022

Check out the Events Industry Council’s Sustainable Event Standards (EIC-SES) and consider pursuing EIC-SES certification. Ensure the vendors you work with use sustainable sourcing and delivery practices. . ? Partner with venues and vendors with third-party sustainability certifications (e.g.,

Event Planning 111

Event Planning Sustainability Events Virtual Events 111

ITA Group

FEBRUARY 15, 2021

Here’s what I mean by focusing on elements you can add to segmentation analysis that would help increase engagement and sales: Characteristics That Help the VENDOR Sell More. Certifications. Products/Solutions sold on top of vendor elements. Are you pushing certification? How can I best find partners to help me sell X”.

Vendor 84

Vendor Certification Training Incentives 84

Social Tables

AUGUST 10, 2023

They work with clients to determine the vision for the event, choose vendors, create a budget, and ensure that everything runs smoothly on the day of the event. Event planners may also be responsible for managing vendors, coordinating with staff, and ensuring that everything runs smoothly on the day of the event. Social event planners.

Planner 78

Planner Certification Trade Show Vendor 78

Bizzaboo

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

Check out the Events Industry Council’s Sustainable Event Standards (EIC-SES) and consider pursuing EIC-SES certification. Here’s your checklist: ☐ Ensure the vendors you work with use sustainable sourcing and delivery practices. ☐ Partner with venues and vendors with third-party sustainability certifications (e.g.,

Sustainability 105

Sustainability Management Transportation Events 105

Social Tables

JUNE 17, 2021

How will you communicate the value proposition through your website? By forming relationships in your community and industry, you can set up a network of supporters who can help you reach your goals. . Partner with local vendors that offer services you use in your events. Find ways to co-market with local organizations.

Planner 148

Planner Marketing Marketing Social Media 148

Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 12, 2022

An expanded exposition floor at Mandalay Bay Convention Center was brimming with activity Tuesday as an estimated 10,000 people flowed through hosted buyer appointments, education sessions and nearly 400 booths representing more than 180 countries, venues, technology vendors and suppliers. And almost a third were new since 2021.

Attendee 130

Attendee Airlines Tourism Tourism 130

Convene by PCMA

OCTOBER 10, 2022

Similarly, the OVG360’s sustainability platform — called GOAL, which stands for Green Operations & Advanced Leadership — will include a forum to allow convention managers and staff to collaborate with other “like-minded operators, vendors, and sponsors who are committed to operating more sustainably,” according to OVG360. Learn and Earn.

Sustainability 98

Sustainability Events Advertising Consulting 98

Social Tables

MAY 22, 2019

But food from local farmers also gives your client’s food a brighter and fresher look–and, in many cases, you can work with local vendors to save on the food costs using in-season produce they’re looking to sell before it goes to waste. Contact Us: hello@socialtables.com +1 (877) 973-2863 Request Pricing ?

Planner 139

Planner Trends Venue Training 139

Endless Events

MARCH 11, 2019

It’s funny because how much the news can kinda protect it, or if they do a good PR crisis management, or a crisis communication as our good friend Alex would say. Brandt Krueger: It’s gotta be one of those things where … so what they’re doing is they’re getting security certificates. Will Curran: Oh, no.

Events 269

Events Registration Networking Banking 269

Achieve Incentives

APRIL 5, 2021

You’re already leading the event logistics, managing program content, coordinating vendors, troubleshooting pre-event and on-site issues, and communicating every tiny detail to your attendees. Use these tips as a starting point as you outline your plan.

Attendee 98

Attendee Regulations Logistics Events 98

Convene by PCMA

JANUARY 31, 2022

For insights about the future of business events, planners should follow the money in other adjacent areas, like “the shift in revenue for online education at the college level,” Bothwell said, “and shifts in investment in education, advanced certification, online learning and development outside traditional institutions.” No, not at all.

Trends 130

Trends Banking Events Preparation 130

Social Tables

AUGUST 18, 2022

In addition to brightening the atmosphere of resident life, events can show the property’s appreciation and improve communication between residents and building owners. Book multiple local food trucks and other mobile vendors for the event, giving residents a variety of cuisines to try. Resident event ideas for large properties.

Events 145

Events Preparation Social Media Entertainment 145

AltexSoft Travel

JANUARY 24, 2023

That’s why most hotel management systems today are open to partnerships with independent software vendors to easily expand their capabilities and satisfy clients. Their marketplace of integrations include marketing, transportation, door locks, accounting, point of sale, communication, and more vendors operating in a ton of countries.

Certification 52

Certification Vendor Hospitality Preparation 52

Social Tables

MAY 16, 2019

There are more than 300,000 wedding vendors operating in the United States which means you have plenty of options to choose from! The latest wedding industry reports say that vendors are now forming strategic partnerships to boost their businesses. Send your event schedule to your vendors. Touch base with all your vendors.

Rehearsal 83

Rehearsal Vendor Insurance Venue 83

ITA Group

JANUARY 14, 2021

If there’s one thing I have to keep from 2020 it’s our newfound appreciation for the fundamentals of partner programs—communication, engagement and simplifying the ways to work together. How does your PRM, Enablement, Portal, TCMA, MDF, Incentives, Communication, Channel Manager Interactions, Recruitment, Onboarding, etc.

Vendor 66

Vendor Training Incentives Telecommunications 66

Bizzaboo

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

☐ Secure a printing and promotional vendor. ☐ Establish and secure additional vendors (e.g., ☐ Secure a certificate of insurance (COI). . ☐ Secure a certificate of insurance (COI). Additionally, you’ll need to segment your pre-event marketing communications to cater to your different audiences.

Conference 98

Conference Sponsors Virtual Events Speakers 98

AltexSoft Travel

JULY 14, 2022

Though some vendors have solutions tailored specifically to the needs of DMCs (e.g., Their features include powerful search capabilities, transaction and content management, a booking engine, extranet for suppliers, communication channels, plus a set of business and pricing rules to handle different types of workflows.

Travel 105

Travel Travel Affiliate Website 105

Convene by PCMA

AUGUST 25, 2021

I’m proud to serve this community [of professionals] who takes such good care of us as patients.”. Many respondents pointed out how they took the time to learn new skills, with a number of them earning their Digital Event Strategist (DES) certification. NEW SKILLS/CERTIFICATIONS. Completing both my CEM and DES designations.

Virtual Events 98

Virtual Events Trade Show Contracts Contracts 98

MPI

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

” They shared insights about ISO 20121 certification, reducing waste with a gifting suite, employing the use of reusable cups and partnering with stakeholders to protect the environment. Enhanced clarity and usability for small and medium enterprises seeking certification. It helps budgets and reduces waste.

Sustainability 52

Sustainability Trends Certification Events 52

Gavel International

FEBRUARY 1, 2022

But as more corporations are aware of climate change and leaving smaller carbon footprints, gift-giving is a matter that should be addressed with as much care as the venue, vendor-partner selection, catering, and other aspects of the event itself. Seek Gifts with Certifications. Why does sustainability gifting matter?

Sustainability 52

Sustainability Attendee Meeting Certification 52

Tembusu Events and Communications

SEPTEMBER 1, 2024

The Importance of Data Protection for Event Planners As an event planner , you are charged with a good amount of people’s sensitive information: details about attendees, some vendors’ contracts, and some logistical data. This is where ISO 27001 certification comes in. What Is ISO 27001?

Planner 40

Planner Certification Regulations Logistics 40

Eventtia

OCTOBER 10, 2023

Event management software often integrates with other tools, providing analytics, facilitating communication, and enabling more intricate event designs. For example, if you aim to educate employees about products and services, you’d prioritize internal communication tools and integration with corporate systems.

Registration 118

Registration Online Automation Platform 118

ITA Group

JANUARY 13, 2022

Launching or assessing an active channel incentive program includes many considerations, from evaluating different earning structure concepts, to mapping out an effective communication strategy, to deciding on the right mix of motivational awards—just to name just a few. I frequently see programs entirely focused on the end result (e.g.,

Training 61

Training Audience Incentives Online 61

ITA Group

DECEMBER 16, 2021

In turn, program updates also help vendors and brands create an improved customer experience. Provide them with key benefits, specialization, tiers, certification, etc. Leaders need to ensure their program strategy, incentives, processes, engagement efforts and systems are evolving to meet the demands of indirect partner organizations.

Trends 76

Trends Incentives Affiliate Training 76

Eventtia

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

However, there are clear differences between regular SaaS vendors and platforms offering both digital solutions and collaborative partnerships. Certifications and compliance with relevant industry standards should be thoroughly vetted to establish the platform’s trustworthiness.

Management 62

Management Platform Events Consulting 62

Achieve Incentives

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

Whatever you decide, outline all the necessary information in your pre-event communications. Communicate what kinds of activities you’ll be doing and how to pack for them; for example, a big city scavenger hunt requires comfortable walking shoes. Don’t: Forget to find vendors who embrace your organization’s values.

Transportation 52

Transportation Vendor Incentives Events 52

Bizzaboo

JULY 30, 2023

Event Organizer From The state of in-person B2B conferences report Does the venue need to have sustainability certifications? As the world embraces sustainability and environmental consciousness, more and more event venues seek LEED or other sustainable certifications. When is your event?

Venue 52

Venue B2B Proposal Contracts 52

ITA Group

APRIL 8, 2021

are clearly communicated and high-level structure is personalized to how you’ll actually enable and support partners. Personalization in this area can look like how you and your partners go to market versus a narrow focus on volume and sales. That’s a metric you care about—not them.). Sign up for my webinar on April 12—register today!

Incentives 60

Incentives Promotion Automation Training 60

ITA Group

JULY 15, 2021

Training Engagement/Certifications Attained. To-Partner Communication Measures (sends, opens, clicks, etc.). The partner experience is quickly becoming a differentiation point for channel programs and can have a heavy impact on being the vendor of choice. Capability (specialization, certifications, etc.).

eCommerce 52

eCommerce Certification Training Incentives 52