Convene by PCMA

DECEMBER 2, 2024

Demystifying Contracts When Borelli demonstrates in Spark’s legal section how easy it is to upload a legal contract and then ask questions in plain English — “something that seems like it wouldn’t be exciting at all” — his audience is impressed “10 out of 10 times,” he said. And it does, Borelli said.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 5, 2022

When a speaker can hear the basic human gesture of clapping at the push of a button, it is beautiful to see,” he said. Others are recording speakers and offering virtual programming weeks later with experts available for questions. For mid-level attendees, in particular, virtual worked well for educational programs, Pineda reported.

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Convene by PCMA

APRIL 15, 2024

Event organizers are worrying about increasing costs and attendance numbers at their events this year, according to responses to a recent survey conducted by AAE Speakers, a speakers bureau and talent agency. Here are some other takeaways from the survey results: Who Chooses Speakers?

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 11, 2024

We are bringing the world to the nation’s capital to focus on education, learning and commitment. Washington Convention Center, with new educational offerings on the expo floor. Washington Convention Center in Washington, D.C., April 8-11 to incorporate the spirit of Global Meetings Industry Day in the festivities. “We

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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.

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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. This can be a great deal but you want to ask a few things before signing the contract and locking in. The first panel has 4 speakers, the second panel has 4.

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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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MeetingsNet

APRIL 17, 2023

Increase your visibility and share your knowledge: The call for speakers is now open for the MeetingsNet track at The Special Event. If you have any questions about our call for speakers, please contact Sue Hatch, MeetingsNet’s content director, at shatch@meetingsnet.com. The deadline for is June 16.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 11, 2022

First, you negotiated your way out of every contract with minimal exit fees, then for a split second you converted everything to hybrid (with no additional budget), and then transitioned from hybrid to virtual, where we thankfully stayed for a red-hot minute. Increasing Efforts on Client Education.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 23, 2023

Flight disruptions have become the norm rather than the exception, and when things go wrong–as they so often do now–we are at the mercy of the airlines’ own Contracts of Carriage, rules written by and most assuredly for the airlines. Meeting Planners Takeaway U.S.

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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. All of that is gonna add to their comfort factor and make them feel comfortable on stage, make them be the best speakers that they can be.

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The MICE Blog

AUGUST 11, 2021

As a serial entrepreneur and highly in-demand speaker, he experienced some of the most iconic events and organised his own. This technology offers smart contracts—not just the art or the collectible nature of that collectible or art. The smart contract is something I wanted to use for this conference.’. ‘I

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Endless Events

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

And it’s no secret that when event profs go to sleep, their dreams consist of a series of jumping quotes, venue possibilities, key-note speakers to snatch … So when you have to add event AV costs to the equation, some smoke might start coming out of your head. Educate Yourself On AV Lingo.

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MeetingsNet

OCTOBER 3, 2023

discussions to a “Belong-a-palooza” to a filmmaker workshop, fresh topics will complement evergreen sessions such as event contracting and meeting security, for a lively educational agenda. Attendees can get a guide to tailored education in the hosted-buyer lounge and in the Inspiration Hub. From generative A.I

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Eventtia

JANUARY 15, 2025

You book the venue, organize speakers, send out tons of invitationsand then sit back, wondering, What is event marketing really doing for my brand? Think about why youre hosting the eventare you launching a new product, educating customers, or just generating buzz for your brand? If that sounds familiar, youre not alone.

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MeetingsNet

AUGUST 19, 2019

As a speaker for Executive Speakers Bureau , I educate individuals and organizations all across the country by sharing my experiences from my FBI career. And if it was a meeting planner/company, it could be anything from invoices and contracts, to basic contact information. It depresses me that’s for sure!

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Convene by PCMA

APRIL 8, 2024

Mesmer has added new voices to the list of speakers, including young professionals who are on the rise in the industry. It’s a sweeping transformation, and one that relied heavily on the association’s investment in something that often doesn’t get a lot of attention: speaker coaching.

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National Association For Catering ane Events

SEPTEMBER 28, 2021

Planning the educational programming for a chapter event is a big responsibility. In addition to choosing a subject matter that is equally interesting and valuable to your members, you also need to select a speaker who will do the topic justice by engaging the audience with dialogue and providing them with real, actionable takeaways.

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MeetingsNet

NOVEMBER 8, 2022

And then she learned that some hospital systems won’t let their staff attend a continuing medical education event in person if there is a virtual option. Tech changes quickly, and speakers may not need as much as you think. Make sure you understand the AV contract. Ask all presenters to specify what they need, and why.

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Endless Events

MARCH 12, 2020

Because we only to drink the tea but spill it too – whether it is wages or controversial speakers you have our honest opinions. If he gets any kind of discount, he lets them know in writing on every contract that that is a thing that could happen. But that’s why I rely on partners to educate me on that.

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The MICE Blog

MARCH 11, 2021

The first speaker, Farshida Zafar, L.L.M., These themed nights will be two hours long and will also include a keynote speaker, presentations and panel discussions. The idea: One trade fair, unfair rules, one contract, one winner takes all. Gain more plus ‘bullet’ points for discovering contract handlers and intelligence.

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Convene by PCMA

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

Lisa Williams’ (center bottom row) nonprofit, called Loving Assisting Nurturing Educating and Supporting (LANES) Teenage Girls Inc., Called Loving Assisting Nurturing Educating and Supporting ( LANES ) Teenage Girls Inc., My proudest moments are each and every time a contract is executed between the OCCC’s CFO and the client.

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Convene by PCMA

NOVEMBER 5, 2021

In 2020 and throughout this year, their Amplify Event Series digital events offered continuing education credits for finance and accounting professionals which have been content-driven, meaning no expo, no networking. This was a departure for Workiva, since it had never invested in a celebrity speaker for its events.

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Endless Events

MARCH 18, 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. This can be a great deal but you want to ask a few things before signing the contract and locking in. The first panel has 4 speakers, the second panel has 4.

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Convene by PCMA

MAY 1, 2024

All things AI and SPARK with PCMA Member Kristi Casale CMP, DMCP, Vice President for Meetings and Continuing Education American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry As I understand, Spark is AI tool that is geared specifically toward business meeting planners. Speaker Bio Generation : Drop a LinkedIn URL into Spark, and voila!

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Bizzaboo

APRIL 19, 2019

Join 45+ speakers representing some of the most exciting financial institutions in the country – ranging from large banks to small, innovative FinTechs. TOKENOMX is an exclusive three-day networking and education event for traders, investors, and entrepreneurs in the blockchain space. February 8, 2019. Omni Amelia Island, FL.

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The MICE Blog

MAY 2, 2022

Would we be postponing, would the contract allow that? Does your contract have flexibility? If someone is ill on the day, do you still have an option for a hybrid conference, to bring your speaker in virtually if they can’t make it?’. If, for any, reason restrictions or lockdowns came back in, what would we do?

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Bizzaboo

JUNE 27, 2022

These include: Challenges with sponsors, performers, or speakers, including pulling out at the last minute. Event Experience Leaders know how different contracts look these days. Give attendees and speakers plenty of notice if an event gets canceled, postponed, or taken to a new format. Conduct a Risk Assessment.

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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. Use it to spread the news, share fun tidbits, and tag your sponsors and speakers.

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Bizzaboo

APRIL 3, 2023

of event organizers found it easier to find outstanding speakers for virtual events ( Bizzabo , 2020) 80.2% of event organizers think that offering flexible contract terms is very or extremely important ( Knowland , 2022) 59.8% Case in point: On the Bizzabo platform, 51% of events in January 2023 were virtual.

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Smart Meetings

JULY 5, 2022

Meet with Momentum Boston, the second installment of a new event series by Marriott that began this June, continued the brand’s mission to educate meeting and event planners in its redevelopment projects—from convention resorts to spaces to food and beverage—and to empower planners amid a booming return to meetings. Storyteller Jon Dorenbos.

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Bizzaboo

AUGUST 30, 2023

Do you aim to educate, entertain, or perhaps raise funds? Centralize Documentation Keeping all event-related documents, contracts, and communications in one central location. Pop-up surprises: Introduce unexpected elements, like pop-up performances, flash mobs, or surprise guest speakers.

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Convene by PCMA

JANUARY 31, 2022

Switzerland-based futurist Gerd Leonhard is a keynote speaker at global events. Is that something that comes back to the employees and they own it, or is that something that’s part of the benefits package and that [employee] contract that’s changing?” It’s more important to be imaginative and insightful than to be 100-percent right.”.

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Convene by PCMA

JUNE 12, 2023

It was truly delightful to witness the active involvement and dynamism of the business event professionals who joined our expert speakers as they delved into the exploration of “The Future of Work: The Impact of AI on the Workforce” on 8 June. Kudos to the moderator and speakers for an exceptional session.”

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Convene by PCMA

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

Brought to you by Moderator: Rhonda Payne, CAE CEO, Flock Theory Rhonda is an organizational and workforce development consultant and speaker with internationally recognized expertise in non-profit membership associations, education, DEI, and events. of lawyers in the State of Texas.

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Convene by PCMA

JULY 31, 2023

The knowledgeable speakers at the Labs pleasantly surprised me with their in-depth dive, providing clear real-life examples of AI and interesting tools for practical use. PCMA Labs showcased Spark’s potential in the MICE industry from vetting legal contracts to crafting emails and agenda.

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Conferences that Work

NOVEMBER 13, 2022

And unless they possess excellent hearing, conversing with a colleague while Heroes plays from a monster speaker ten feet away is, well, challenging. Require suppliers who are presenting to describe in advance how their content will educate session attendees appropriately. So attendees need somewhere to talk.

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