Endless Events

MAY 19, 2020

This year events will start thinking more holistically about what we can do to improve our impact from banning single-use plastics, and educating out attendees, to offering more plant-based catering. Strategic Crisis Communications . Everyone at events as a role to play when it comes to crisis communications.

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Virtual Events Trends Events Communications 334

Smart Meetings

MARCH 12, 2024

Whether guests, employees, vendor partners, or friends; I do my best to show genuine hospitality. Working through a myriad of intricate details, collaborating with multiple departments and vendors, and then witnessing the culmination of months of tireless planning I felt an overwhelming sense of fulfillment.

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Hospitality Retreat Vendor Logistics 246

Endless Events

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

Well, the problem here is that you settle and become complacent with your vendors, choosing the ones you’ve been working with forever. So it’s extremely important that you stay up to date with design trends , technology trends , and make a point to communicate your goals clearly.

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Events Vendor Technology Technology 308

Endless Events

JUNE 8, 2019

We are breaking down AV quotes live and walking you through each step, so you can be better educated on how everything works. This can mean there’s a separate vendor that we don’t have access to, but it’s still an expense. All in all, the most important thing is communication. Other Things To Keep In Mind.

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Vendor Insurance Speakers Venue 254

Smart Meetings

JULY 24, 2024

The Tampa Case Study Initiative was structured around four central components: community engagement, community support, lasting impact and local investment. This forces you to consider, ‘Okay, what vendors am I going to use, how am I really going to give entrepreneurs and small business the opportunity to benefit?’”

Tourism 278

Tourism Tourism Planner Attendee 278

ADMEI

JANUARY 17, 2024

Resources Looking for the perfect vendor for an upcoming event? Destination Management Companies offer the perfect balance to that big picture, as they typically specialize in details — from specific venues and vendors to transportation logistics and unique activities. Need advice for a transportation hiccup?

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Organization Destination Management Logistics Transportation 231

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 goal here is to make an educated decision. We’ve been talking a whole lot about Av quotes. But what are they when you boil it down to their core?

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Vendor Contracts Contracts Speakers 339

Endless Events

NOVEMBER 15, 2019

This year events will start thinking more holistically about what we can do to improve our impact from banning single-use plastics, and educating out attendees, to offering more plant-based catering. Strategic Crisis Communications . Everyone at events as a role to play when it comes to crisis communications.

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Trends Events Communications Communications 314

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.

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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. pic.twitter.com/Xx7wPBDdFR. —

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Attendee Airlines Tourism Tourism 293

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.

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Certification Preparation Sports Speakers 246

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.

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Communications Communications Meeting Sponsors 62

Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 3, 2023

The conversation will be led by someone, but their role is simply to facilitate conversation, posing questions to foster more communication. “When you walk into this room, there won’t be a speaker delivering their wisdom,” he says.

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Conference Healthcare Medical Meetings Events 246

Endless Events

JULY 20, 2018

Then, you have to start scouting the venue, vendors, and speakers, with your eyes set on a specific date. Communication lines should always be kept open, especially if you have contractors and remote staff on your side. Educating your personnel about sustainable event practices also goes a long way.

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Trade Show Remote Events Sponsors 219

Endless Events

JUNE 9, 2022

Nick points out that not all suppliers or vendors are interested in doing business in person. “They are the ones that are really good at digital communications. They need to change people’s minds and educate them. What’s been done in in-person sales should be converted to more of an education-first platform.

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Online Education Proposal Remote 177

Convene by PCMA

NOVEMBER 18, 2022

Ascend Integrated Media provides daily newspapers, exhibit guides, digital communication tools, and sponsorship items for conferences with the goal of helping association clients increase revenue and ROI. For others, a vendor relationship enhances strategic and creative thinking. This will help ensure you get what you need.

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Vendor Advertising Fashion Communications 52

Endless Events

MARCH 22, 2019

With over 10 years in the events industry and producing thousands of events, we wanted to do a live that helps educate and empower planners by breaking down AV bids. 10 years ago it was common to see a charge for using 3rd party AV vendors and AV restrictions on your quotes. Beware of Free Internet Services . Final Page.

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Rehearsal Panel Contracts Contracts 257

Bizzaboo

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

However, what happens when you realize your current event management software vendor is no longer meeting your needs? of organizers are either switching or planning to switch their event software vendors within the next year, underscoring the dynamic nature of this industry. We just ran our conference with a new vendor.

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Vendor Management B2B Training 59

Convene by PCMA

JANUARY 8, 2025

Regular Audits Similar to the best practice of evaluating vendors on a regular basis, planners may want to implement regular sustainability audits to stay ahead of industry standards. There will be reporting requirements for companies holding events, and possibly for their employees attending events.

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Planner Sustainability Site Selection Events 52

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

Social Tables

MAY 6, 2019

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? Make sure you have a wide variety of vendors on your list that fit every budget and style. Clients, vendors, event space managers. Now that’s above and beyond.

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Vendor Contracts Contracts Planner 134

Smart Meetings

MAY 22, 2023

Domenici Education Center or the Bosque Gallery—all of which are fronted by the lush scenery of the park along the river. With eight ample meeting spaces, the NHCC is ideal for any group size and event. Planners can take advantage of this beautiful and unique scenery by booking the Pete Padilla & Manuel Mora Memorial Park space, Pete V.

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Culture Affiliate Site Selection Planner 246

Smart Meetings

JUNE 25, 2024

Our logistical expertise was highlighted by our ability to swiftly adapt to the weather changes, effectively communicate with all vendors, and meticulously manage the tight schedule. Read More : Wellness Experience in Arizona: Embrace the Challenges We coordinated with 13 suppliers by pre-staging at 12 p.m.,

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Insurance Logistics Vendor Attendee 130

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.

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Proposal Contracts Contracts Vendor 184

Stova

JANUARY 9, 2025

Grouping cybersecurity vendors next to cloud storage providers and IT management software exhibitors not only enhances attendees understanding of the tech stack but also positions these exhibitors as essential components of a cohesive solution. Offer interactive educational opportunities.

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Panel Event Apps Trade Show Networking 52

Convene by PCMA

JUNE 27, 2022

Members of PCMA’s Catalyst community discussed the challenges of attracting attendees to their events. PCMA’s Catalyst community offers members a platform to ask each other questions, share ideas, or, as the website says, “communicate and collaborate.” Jacob Slaton Photography).

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Registration Vendor Events Trade Show 98

Social Tables

MAY 14, 2019

While for an event where the purpose is to educate, a key measure of success will likely be how well content translates into attendee engagement. that requires spend, and include an educated prediction on how much it’s going to cost to carry it out well. Map out every piece of your event (we’ll get to this in the next section!)

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SEO Proposal Sponsors Events 141

Convene by PCMA

SEPTEMBER 13, 2021

A year out, Malone and her team began conferring with their in-house legal team on everything from what they could — and could not — do when requiring proof of vaccination for right of entry, to navigating state and local laws and crafting clear guidance and communications. Plan to plan ahead.

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Conference Registration Vendor Consulting 98

Endless Events

MARCH 30, 2020

But here at Endless, we love nothing better than to educate. And communicate times where the presenter will come back and answer the questions in that platform. Because where a conference vendor might’ve once said the 15-minute speaker slot on stage, I think there are some mixed reactions to that.

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Virtual Events Events Platform Sponsors 265

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. . “As an event planner, I don’t just network and look for mentors with other planners.

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Events Certification Planner Organization 255

Bizzaboo

AUGUST 30, 2023

Do you aim to educate, entertain, or perhaps raise funds? 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. Curious about how to set objectives and long-term event goals?

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Event Planning Vendor Events Automation 95

Convene by PCMA

AUGUST 26, 2024

and Zoom Video Communication Inc. Brunson spelled out a clear approach to DEI-by-design strategy for planning events: “Start thinking about diversity and inclusion right from the get-go — when you’re thinking about your city selection, thinking about your venue selection, your vendors,” and education, he said. “I

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Events Banking Vendor Trends 97

Bizzaboo

JUNE 27, 2022

Agreements with venues, vendors, and sponsors often have built-in clauses that accommodate the unexpected twists and turns of the post-COVID world. Communicate Changes As They Happen. If plans change, communication is critical. In a crisis or uncertain situation, communication is key. Reviewing relevant permits (e.g.,

Management 97

Management Automation Social Media Communications 97

Convene by PCMA

JULY 20, 2021

Now, as the industry is re-opening, Kushner is facing a lag in supply and labor while vendors rebuild. To outlay funds to rehire staff and rebuild fleets both Kushner’s company and the bus company vendors they work with need firm commitments from clients for revenue. New Way to Fuel the Business. Partners, not Suppliers.

Vendor 98

Vendor Transportation Contracts Contracts 98

Eventtia

JANUARY 15, 2025

Think about why youre hosting the eventare you launching a new product, educating customers, or just generating buzz for your brand? Conferences and Workshops Conferences and workshops are educational events where speakers share knowledge and best practices with attendees. To get started youll want to do some planning. And the results?

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Event Marketing Marketing Marketing Social Media 62

Eventtia

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

On the other hand, you could be planning an event focused on knowledge sharing, such as product masterclasses, where the main aim is to educate and empower your audience. These tools help you organize and communicate event schedules, enabling attendees to plan their itineraries effectively.

Management 117

Management Registration Vendor Proposal 117

Convene by PCMA

MAY 16, 2023

This year, RISKWORLD had drawn more than 9,000 risk professionals from 60 countries to Atlanta for 150 educational sessions, a marketplace with 400-plus exhibitors, as well as an array of social networking events. In the end, they said, even if the shooter was apprehended ahead of the closing party, it wouldn’t have felt right to go forward.

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Event Apps Communications Communications Preparation 98