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10x Your Next Conference: Why Now, More Than Ever, You Should Use Holistic Procurement Methodology

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A 7-Step Process A true process will go beyond RFP sourcing and site selection, contracting and negotiations. It should connect all the phases of conference planning, prevent unforeseen obstacles and set a solid foundation for the conference’s success. Procurement isn’t just about finding the cheapest option.

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7 Smart Moves at Hotel Crescent Court and More

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He’s based in Thailand and will help planners with site selection and contract negotiation throughout the Asian market. Her first job out of college was at Carmel Valley Ranch in Carmel-by-the-Sea, California, as catering and conference service manager. It’s located just north of Miami in Sunny Isles Beach, Florida.

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Bookmark These Top 30 Websites for Event Planners

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PCMA offers endless news and articles; educational opportunities and resources; scholarships and opportunities; webinars and events; an annual conference; and more. The topics covered include meetings industry trends, destination spotlights, food and beverage trends, contract negotiation tips, and site selection best practices.

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When Lower Room Rates Affect Your Attendees

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“I am looking for some guidance on how to work with a conference hotel that is selling rooms over your event dates at a lower rate than your hotel block,” Carrie Renuart , director, conferences and events for ARMA International, wrote to the Catalyst community. “We We unfortunately do not have a lowest-rate clause in our contract.

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6 Perks of Partnering with a Third-Party Event Management Firm

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CM Event Solutions — formerly known as Conference Managers — aims to create exceptional events by connecting people through meaningful experiences. Flexibility and Customization Whether it’s a small private gathering or a large conference, CM has the resources and expertise to scale its services according to a group’s unique needs.

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Measuring an Event’s Carbon Footprint — It’s All in the Details

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The Glasgow Declaration on Climate Action in Tourism, launched in late 2021 during the UN Climate Change Conference, signaled a commitment by tourism industry organizations to slash carbon emissions in half by 2030 and achieve net zero before 2050. That’s when the site selection contracts end — that’s now 2025,” Hansen said.

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Bookmark These Top 30 Websites for Event Planners

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PCMA offers endless news and articles; educational opportunities and resources; scholarships and opportunities; webinars and events; an annual conference; and more. The topics covered include meetings industry trends, destination spotlights, food and beverage trends, contract negotiation tips, and site selection best practices.

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