Smart Meetings

JUNE 22, 2023

This can prove to be a hassle, for the event planner who wants their request fulfilled and for the venue that’s finding difficulty in fulfilling that request. In a new study by Allseated, “ Mitigating Risks in The Change Request Process for Event Planning ,” the divide between how event venues and planners view change requests was examined.

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Venue Planner Communications Communications 246

Endless Events

MAY 13, 2022

Here are some soft skills for event planners to consider: Interpersonal skills and communication, Time management and effective problem-solving, Creativity and ability to think outside the box, Multitasking, Attention to detail (especially important for budgeting and signing contracts).

Preparation 334

Preparation Event Planning Certification Human Resources 334

Endless Events

APRIL 12, 2019

In fact, you should ideally hire your AV company before you even sign your venue contract. If you hire them before the venue they can be your advocate in finding the best location for your event. A good AV company will help you determine if the venue fits your needs and vision. AV Mistake: Not Understanding Your AV Quote.

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Rehearsal Vendor Events Venue 297

Endless Events

MARCH 4, 2020

And you’re visiting a potential venue, so there are a million other things on your mind. After this, your next venue visit will be that much easier. Venue Guidelines. We sometimes call this an AV packet, a third-party AV packet for a venue. Consider The Venue’s Restrictions. – Video Transcription.

Venue 321

Venue Contracts Contracts Conference 321

ADMEI

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Will travel routes be affected? Contracts : Are your contracts with venues and vendors solid? Do your vendors and venues have emergency plans? A DMC partner can help you compile a risk assessment that covers every aspect of your event, from contracts to catastrophes. Is another expected?

Management 215

Management Destination Management Vendor Certification 215

Endless Events

JUNE 29, 2020

Will we adapt to a new way of marketing and communications? It will take a combined effort in order to restart the event industry, both from the planners and venues, in order to begin hosting in-person events again. Venues will play a key role in the restoration of the events industry. And will virtual events be the new normal?

Advertising 327

Advertising Events Technology Technology 327

Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 23, 2021

It’s not just Covid-19 (C19) and it’s much more than F&B , room blocks and hotel contracts. Ask yourself, does my next meeting venue have plans should the power go out? Emotional Health : The global community is approaching nearly two years of lockdowns, face masks and separation. Here are some things to consider.

Trends 264

Trends Meeting Site Selection Contracts 264

Endless Events

NOVEMBER 16, 2018

Selecting a venue. The two people on this committee can bounce ideas off of each other, get a second opinion from one another, and easily communicate with the team lead and other committees. After all, you can’t market an event without a venue, and you can’t hype an audience if you don’t have presenters or entertainment.

Event Planning 325

Event Planning Social Media Events Trade Show 325

Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

There were opportunities for us to buy out different destinations and evening event venues that we might not have had access to in a larger city.” How working with the CVB helps meet attendee needs When planners work with the local CVB of their chosen destination, communication is key. It was fine.

Transportation 130

Transportation Planner Contracts Contracts 130

Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 3, 2023

How can you word the hotel contract to protect your company? Look for Synergies When Booking Venues For corporate planners aiming to efficiently source for their next event, Shaffer offered up some initial tips. When it comes to utilizing the resources at a venue, it helps to know who is using the space before and after you.

Planner 264

Planner Contracts Contracts Consulting 264

Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

There were opportunities for us to buy out different destinations and evening event venues that we might not have had access to in a larger city.” How working with the CVB helps meet attendee needs When planners work with the local CVB of their chosen destination, communication is key. It was fine.

Transportation 130

Transportation Planner Contracts Contracts 130

Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

There were opportunities for us to buy out different destinations and evening event venues that we might not have had access to in a larger city.” How working with the CVB helps meet attendee needs When planners work with the local CVB of their chosen destination, communication is key. It was fine.

Transportation 130

Transportation Planner Contracts Contracts 130

Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

There were opportunities for us to buy out different destinations and evening event venues that we might not have had access to in a larger city.” How working with the CVB helps meet attendee needs When planners work with the local CVB of their chosen destination, communication is key. It was fine.

Transportation 130

Transportation Planner Contracts Contracts 130

Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

There were opportunities for us to buy out different destinations and evening event venues that we might not have had access to in a larger city.” How working with the CVB helps meet attendee needs When planners work with the local CVB of their chosen destination, communication is key. It was fine.

Transportation 130

Transportation Planner Contracts Contracts 130

Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

There were opportunities for us to buy out different destinations and evening event venues that we might not have had access to in a larger city.” How working with the CVB helps meet attendee needs When planners work with the local CVB of their chosen destination, communication is key. It was fine.

Transportation 130

Transportation Planner Contracts Contracts 130

Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

There were opportunities for us to buy out different destinations and evening event venues that we might not have had access to in a larger city.” How working with the CVB helps meet attendee needs When planners work with the local CVB of their chosen destination, communication is key. It was fine.

Transportation 130

Transportation Planner Contracts Contracts 130

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.

Contracts 296

Contracts Contracts Venue Vendor 296

Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

There were opportunities for us to buy out different destinations and evening event venues that we might not have had access to in a larger city.” How working with the CVB helps meet attendee needs When planners work with the local CVB of their chosen destination, communication is key. It was fine.

Transportation 130

Transportation Planner Contracts Contracts 130

Endless Events

OCTOBER 19, 2018

You’ll find helpful info on a range of topics from staging inspiration and productivity advice through to real-world assistance in getting the most out of your AV contracts. We recommend you check out Bizbash for the ultimate in event planning news, trends, inspiration and venue discovery. Event Leadership Institute. Loving their blog?

Trade Show 333

Trade Show Events Planner Trends 333

Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 16, 2024

There were opportunities for us to buy out different destinations and evening event venues that we might not have had access to in a larger city.” How working with the CVB helps meet attendee needs When planners work with the local CVB of their chosen destination, communication is key. It was fine.

Transportation 130

Transportation Planner Contracts Contracts 130

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. The audio section will contain all information related to sound including speakers, soundboards, amps and the sound system at the venue. Compare Costs.

Vendor 339

Vendor Contracts Contracts Speakers 339

Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

There were opportunities for us to buy out different destinations and evening event venues that we might not have had access to in a larger city.” How working with the CVB helps meet attendee needs When planners work with the local CVB of their chosen destination, communication is key. It was fine.

Transportation 130

Transportation Planner Contracts Contracts 130

Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

There were opportunities for us to buy out different destinations and evening event venues that we might not have had access to in a larger city.” How working with the CVB helps meet attendee needs When planners work with the local CVB of their chosen destination, communication is key. It was fine.

Transportation 130

Transportation Planner Contracts Contracts 130

Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 9, 2018

A lawyer with 25 years of experience in hotel and group contracts, she doesn’t mince words when it comes to planners needing to take the steps necessary to handle any complications that might arise. If a hotel or venue cancels, it can derail an entire event. Likewise, there is always the question of what compensation the venue expects.

Preparation 164

Preparation Management Contracts Contracts 164

Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

There were opportunities for us to buy out different destinations and evening event venues that we might not have had access to in a larger city.” How working with the CVB helps meet attendee needs When planners work with the local CVB of their chosen destination, communication is key. It was fine.

Transportation 130

Transportation Planner Contracts Contracts 130

Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 16, 2024

There were opportunities for us to buy out different destinations and evening event venues that we might not have had access to in a larger city.” How working with the CVB helps meet attendee needs When planners work with the local CVB of their chosen destination, communication is key. It was fine.

Transportation 130

Transportation Planner Contracts Contracts 130

Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 16, 2024

There were opportunities for us to buy out different destinations and evening event venues that we might not have had access to in a larger city.” How working with the CVB helps meet attendee needs When planners work with the local CVB of their chosen destination, communication is key. It was fine.

Planner 130

Planner Transportation Attendee Contracts 130

Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 16, 2024

There were opportunities for us to buy out different destinations and evening event venues that we might not have had access to in a larger city.” How working with the CVB helps meet attendee needs When planners work with the local CVB of their chosen destination, communication is key. It was fine.

Planner 130

Planner Transportation Attendee Contracts 130

Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 17, 2024

There were opportunities for us to buy out different destinations and evening event venues that we might not have had access to in a larger city.” How working with the CVB helps meet attendee needs When planners work with the local CVB of their chosen destination, communication is key. It was fine.

Planner 130

Planner Transportation Attendee Contracts 130

Endless Events

NOVEMBER 8, 2019

In fact, many of our clients sign multiple-year contracts and use us for their AV needs year after year. Surprisingly, you will find yourself spending less time with repetitive emails, and not having to redo anything because communications weren’t clear. You were told by your venue you had to use their in-house provider. .

Vendor 204

Vendor Contracts Contracts Venue 204

Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 16, 2024

There were opportunities for us to buy out different destinations and evening event venues that we might not have had access to in a larger city.” How working with the CVB helps meet attendee needs When planners work with the local CVB of their chosen destination, communication is key. It was fine.

Planner 130

Planner Transportation Attendee Contracts 130

Social Tables

JUNE 12, 2024

Planners work with venues, specialized staff, and vendors to ensure everything runs smoothly. While some planners look for all-inclusive venues with contracted vendors on site, others prefer to find particular vendors that match their event style and message. Some of the most sought-after event vendors include: Venue managers.

Vendor 158

Vendor Contracts Contracts Events 158

Smart Meetings

JULY 12, 2024

Englander takes on the role of account manager as well, and will assist with all aspects of site selection and contract negotiation processes. Her dedication and expertise is apparent through her previous work in marketing communications success of the Westin Anaheim Resort and their many local venues under Wincome Hospitality.

eCommerce 265

eCommerce Public Relations Site Selection Hospitality 265

Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 16, 2024

There were opportunities for us to buy out different destinations and evening event venues that we might not have had access to in a larger city.” How working with the CVB helps meet attendee needs When planners work with the local CVB of their chosen destination, communication is key. It was fine.

Transportation 130

Transportation Planner Contracts Contracts 130

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 communication is easy with a business, it’s much easier to ask for help. Don’t be worried about asking your venue this either.

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Contracts Contracts Vendor Events 204

Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

Multiple representatives on the panel advised planners to evaluate contracts more carefully than ever—don’t pre-assume anything as a given if it isn’t explicitly stated in the contract. Read More: Tips for Negotiating Your Next Big Event Contract During the open Q&A, planners aired frustrations—contracts are time-consuming already.

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Panel Meeting Trade Show Contracts 246

Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 16, 2024

There were opportunities for us to buy out different destinations and evening event venues that we might not have had access to in a larger city.” How working with the CVB helps meet attendee needs When planners work with the local CVB of their chosen destination, communication is key. It was fine.

Planner 130

Planner Transportation Attendee Contracts 130