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?

Management 207

Management Destination Management Vendor Certification 207

Endless Events

APRIL 12, 2019

Your AV company should be one of the first vendors you hire. In fact, you should ideally hire your AV company before you even sign your venue contract. Pre-plan where each item will be hung to avoid additional costs and check with your venue before you sign the contract whether or not rigging points and included in the cost.

Rehearsal 297

Rehearsal Vendor Events Venue 297

Smart Meetings

JUNE 2, 2023

6 steps to finding the right event tech vendors and product Finding the right event tech can be a long, tedious process. The journey of locating vendors and the resources that best match your needs can send any planner into a tailspin. She suggested utilizing free trial periods and asking vendors to build out your event as a sample.

Vendor 246

Vendor Meeting Planner Events 246

Endless Events

FEBRUARY 5, 2020

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. Union rules may also apply – be aware of that when looking at venue contracts. Can you summarize the various areas of your contract?

Vendor 339

Vendor Contracts Contracts Speakers 339

ADMEI

APRIL 10, 2024

Historically, Destination Management Companies (DMCs) adopted the practice of presenting highly personalized proposals to clients, showcasing unique event designs, vendors, and ideas. They may be interested in your approach to vendor relationships or client communication. Transportation is included for all participants.”

Proposal 195

Proposal Vendor Destination Management Contracts 195

Endless Events

OCTOBER 12, 2018

If you hire a streaming vendor, they may send a technician to set up and take care of the box. If you know you’ll be live streaming a large portion of your event to people around the world, make sure the venue’s internet can handle it before you sign the venue contract. Find a Vendor. Venue internet service. Provider platform.

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Remote Vendor Audience Events 298

Endless Events

OCTOBER 25, 2019

You’re dealing with vendors, speakers, performers, caterers, marketers, the media, you name it. Event planners can “hack” Asana by listing speakers, performers, vendors, etc as “tasks” and attaching their contracts, promo photos, and so on to the task. Includes “work chat” to quickly communicate with team members.

Event Planning 222

Event Planning Vendor Sponsors Events 222

Endless Events

SEPTEMBER 12, 2018

Above all, remember this key point that Brandt Krueger proposed in Event Icons Episode 44 that “Anything before the contract is negotiation. Anything after the contract is begging.”. When you’re negotiating with in-house vendors, let them know that you want to bring in out-of-house AV. Negotiate payment terms.

Contracts 204

Contracts Contracts Vendor Events 204

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! In fact, many of our clients sign multiple-year contracts and use us for their AV needs year after year.

Vendor 204

Vendor Contracts Contracts Venue 204

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. Much like any other thing involving your AV team, it’s all about clear and concise communication. AV quotes will always be part of an agreement.

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Contracts Contracts Venue Vendor 296

Endless Events

JUNE 10, 2020

Are they there to sign contracts and close deals? Communicating With Attendees. Figure out how to do intimate sessions with, for example, the vendors. Maybe a vendor is incredibly great at inbound marketing and they have some great insights that they can share when it comes to it. Well, that’s not always true.

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Trade Show Virtual Events Vendor Production 248

Smart Meetings

JUNE 28, 2024

Communicating this data to C-levels and clients can help manage expectations and justify budgets,” said Catherine Chaulet, president and CEO of Global DMC Partners , from the stage. If you can contract far enough in advance, you can secure better rates before supply is squeezed. Like most things in life, timing makes a difference.

Incentives 187

Incentives Contracts Contracts Vendor 187

Motivation Excellence

JANUARY 8, 2020

When putting together a major event, communication is key. One area where communication can fail, especially for clients, is understanding the difference between event management and event planning. However, it leads to communication issues when job titles aren’t clearly understood. The confusion is understandable.

Event Planning 130

Event Planning Management Vendor Events 130

Endless Events

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

You might be surprised at what the potential cost savings might be.” And as Will shares, finding a new vendor isn’t a quick fix either. But if you’re using the same vendor again, there might be a chance they don’t need as much time because they understand the technology even better. No,” he says.

Contracts 177

Contracts Contracts Events Vendor 177

Endless Events

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

And this, of course, includes the AV company you’re signing a contract with. Well, the problem here is that you settle and become complacent with your vendors, choosing the ones you’ve been working with forever. Building good, long-lasting relationships with your vendors goes a long way.

Events 308

Events Vendor Technology Technology 308

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.

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Attendee Airlines Tourism Tourism 293

Endless Events

MARCH 4, 2020

Because the last thing you want to do is they say, “There are no restrictions,” and it’s not in your contract if there are any restrictions. A lot of times we assume that “Hey, I’m going to sign the contract. Can we add that onto our contract?” Who are your vendors? ” Oh, yikes.

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Venue Contracts Contracts Conference 321

Social Tables

APRIL 20, 2023

Take advantage of free event planning software that makes it easy to communicate event updates. Not staying in touch with attendees prior to a free event While pre-event communication is always recommended regardless of the cost of attendance, the no-show rate can be as high as 50% for free events. Complicated vendor setup.

Event Planning 141

Event Planning Rehearsal Vendor Social Media 141

Endless Events

MARCH 22, 2019

10 years ago it was common to see a charge for using 3rd party AV vendors and AV restrictions on your quotes. This can be a great deal but you want to ask a few things before signing the contract and locking in. Never assume you will just get one or you could be without a way to quickly communicate with the team! Final Page.

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Rehearsal Panel Contracts Contracts 257

Social Tables

MAY 6, 2019

You’ll also want to spend this time reviewing your contract. More specifically, what the contract does or does not include. Form relationships with your favorite wedding vendors. But a wedding planner who also brings an army of uber talented, tried-and-true vendors along with them? Clients, vendors, event space managers.

Vendor 134

Vendor Contracts Contracts Planner 134

Conferences that Work

NOVEMBER 13, 2022

But often, explicit communication — saying or writing what’s needed to guide or influence desired behavior — improves matters over staying silent or beating around the bush. Here are five examples of how explicit communication improves meetings. A little explicit pre-party communication will improve your meeting.

Communications 62

Communications Communications Meeting Sponsors 62

Social Tables

JANUARY 25, 2017

I probably don’t need to tell you that communication and collaboration is key to a well-planned event. For example, if you need a gluten-free vendor meal, be sure the planner and caterer are well aware in advance so they can plan ahead to take care of your needs. Be Patient. Be Cooperative. There is never any harm in helping out!

Vendor 100

Vendor Contracts Contracts Events 100

Smart Meetings

JULY 7, 2021

Event professionals who joined the Palm Beaches conference reported that its small size and clear communication of safety protocols (such as mandatory pre-event testing, daily health screenings, socially distanced transportation and masks at indoor events) all contributed to their decision to attend. Conference Confidence. Attendee Insights.

Incentives 130

Incentives Travel Travel Prospect 130

Endless Events

FEBRUARY 6, 2019

So, the more educated you can be and the more clearly and concisely you can communicate that to your AV company, the more likely you are to get exactly what you asked for and exactly what you need. So, if you’re ever feeling like this is more than I need, ask them about it. .” Don’t Force Us to Understaff.

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Rehearsal Contracts Contracts Planner 263

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. It takes careful planning to pay deposits on time and keep track of contracts. Add vendor timelines. All in all, vendors can only work with the information you give them.

Event Planning 138

Event Planning Vendor Events Sponsors 138

Eventtia

OCTOBER 20, 2023

By identifying these potential pitfalls in advance, organizers can take preventive measures by reallocating funds, renegotiating with vendors, or adjusting event components to fit within the budget. Clear Communication Budgets are not just internal tools; they are communication devices.

Vendor 117

Vendor Events Venue Entertainment 117

Social Tables

APRIL 17, 2019

100% of event professionals believe communication among their teams could be better. In this survey, planners told us that many details change up until the last minute, communication is not shared across the entire team, there’s not enough consistency in documented event details, and communication isn’t concise enough.

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Proposal Communications Communications Planner 149

Endless Events

AUGUST 9, 2019

When you hit the rigging section, make sure you ask your vendor for a diagram or plot. Honest, clear communication always has to happen when you’re negotiating with an AV company and this transparency has to come from both sides. Ask For a Rigging Diagram. Where is everything going, does it match our vision? Be Diligent.

Proposal 184

Proposal Contracts Contracts Vendor 184

MeetingsNet

JULY 9, 2021

The other element that must be ingrained in the budgeting process is clear communication between the lead planner and his or her peers, managers, C-suite executives, and vendors. A few veteran planners underscored the importance of understanding the way that each group of stakeholders prefers to communicate.

Vendor 105

Vendor Events Planner Communications 105

Convene by PCMA

AUGUST 13, 2021

Some organizations are contracting with suppliers to manage check points for proof of vaccination, enforce mask and social distancing and even employing technology solutions for contact tracing. What guidelines or policies should we put into place for our staff and vendors? Some may appreciate them as an extra layer of protection.

Planner 105

Planner Publishing Communications Communications 105

Social Tables

JANUARY 17, 2018

Under this section of your list, you can add details such as research costs of rentals or negotiate a discount with vendors. A user-friendly tool like Social Tables’ Diagram can help you map it out and easily share your layout with clients and vendors. There are vendors to interview and select.

Event Planning 137

Event Planning Logistics Vendor Social Media 137

Convene by PCMA

JULY 20, 2021

However, some clients expected to be able to wait until well past the time when it became apparent that it was unlikely their show would happen and then still be able to simply walk away from contracts. Now, as the industry is re-opening, Kushner is facing a lag in supply and labor while vendors rebuild. Bill Reed, FASAE, CMP.

Vendor 98

Vendor Transportation Contracts Contracts 98

Traveler's Q

APRIL 3, 2023

When booking ahead of time, be sure to read the contract thoroughly and understand when payment deadlines and cancellation policies take effect. Keep All Supporting Professionals Within Quick, Digital Reach Most of the professionals you will contract will have a LinkedIn page.

Organization 130

Organization Contracts Contracts Automation 130

Convene by PCMA

JULY 27, 2022

The meeting rooms you contracted for may have been double booked. Ask your vendors what contingency plans they have to ensure full staffing. In addition to communicating health and safety protocols, you’ll need to provide them with details about what they can expect when they arrive at the hotel. Space Conflicts.

Organization 105

Organization Rehearsal Preparation Events 105

Bizzaboo

AUGUST 3, 2023

of organizers say they have changed or plan to change their event management software vendor within the next year ( Bizzabo , 2023) 72.5% Be sure to ask the vendor to walk you through an in-person conference registration setup to see what it looks like from start to finish. Do I have to sign a multi-year contract?

Management 98

Management Registration Vendor Event Apps 98

Bizzaboo

APRIL 1, 2024

Prevention strategy: Start with a detailed plan covering every event aspect, from timelines and venue selection to vendor contracts and emergency plans. Being prepared can save the day, whether that means having backup vendors, indoor options for outdoor events, or extra technical equipment.

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Logistics Events Advertising Event Planning 103

Bizzaboo

AUGUST 30, 2023

Recognize which tasks you must oversee and which can be handled by team members or vendors. Streamline Event Planning Communication Miscommunication can lead to missed opportunities or mistakes. Set up clear communication channels, such as regular team meetings or dedicated chat groups, to ensure everyone is on the same page.

Event Planning 95

Event Planning Vendor Events Automation 95