Endless Events

FEBRUARY 25, 2019

Whether you do actually use my competitor whoever it is, my biggest thing is I just want to make sure planners are aware of what’s going on in the AV world, understanding education about AV. And not necessarily little properties but properties all over the place that have one vendor doing it. You can negotiate these contracts.

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Contracts Contracts Events Planner 249

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. It’s that simple!

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Endless Events

APRIL 7, 2020

“Force majeure is a legal term that’s been around for a long time and it’s in your contracts, but it’s separate from your contracts”, Josh explains. But they let planners and groups get out of meeting contracts or frankly, any kind of supplier contracts too if they meet certain criteria.

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MeetingsNet

APRIL 4, 2024

Planners: Do not sign venue contracts for event production, electrical services, internet access, and support services until you read the full document—especially if you are bringing in an outside audiovisual company for the event, which usually results in extra conditions and raises prices for certain elements.

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Endless Events

OCTOBER 31, 2018

It’s best to be educated and prepared when working with an AV Union to prevent being caught off guard. He will cover the basics of contracts, how the staff is AV union staff is hired, shadow labor and more. Unions have contracts with the venue. Here’s our contract.” However, it’s definitely true.

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Contracts Contracts Venue Rehearsal 199

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.”

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Proposal Vendor Destination Management Contracts 201

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. Take it upon yourself to learn about event AV and get educated on the subject as much as you can.

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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. Union rules may also apply – be aware of that when looking at venue contracts. Remember, the goal here is to make an educated decision.

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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. 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 . It’s a giant cost!

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 16, 2018

Ask the vendors to use reusable containers rather than disposable items. Review venue and event services contracts to check whether there are any opportunities for waste reduction. Staff and volunteer education. Educate both your volunteers and staff about the importance of recycling and proper recycling procedures.

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Manufacturing Events Venue Contracts 170

Social Tables

NOVEMBER 16, 2016

If you ask the right questions, to the right people (your boss, stakeholders and/or most importantly, your rental vendor), you’ll be well on your way to savings. To help you with your own process, I have formatted my tips in a form of the questions that you should ask yourself before negotiating your next rental contract.

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Vendor Contracts Contracts Social Media 120

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? Now that’s above and beyond.

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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.

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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. .” Don’t Force Us to Understaff. Moving onto the next one. All right, don’t force us to understaff. But let us take a look at it.

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Endless Events

MARCH 12, 2020

If he gets any kind of discount, he lets them know in writing on every contract that that is a thing that could happen. Can you beat this vendor? And I might think I need something but you’re the expert, and that’s why I work with a handful of selected trusted supplier partners, vendors” Nick’s Take.

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MeetingsNet

NOVEMBER 8, 2022

Talk it out with your AV vendor. 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. Make sure you understand the AV contract. Get quotes from multiple AV vendors. Also, ask for different options at various price points.

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Endless Events

AUGUST 9, 2019

When you hit the rigging section, make sure you ask your vendor for a diagram or plot. This is about alignment and honesty, and it’s not unfair for you, as the client, to reiterate what your expectations are, and what you want to see at your event after having signed the contract. Ask For a Rigging Diagram.

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Proposal Contracts Contracts Vendor 184

MeetingsNet

MARCH 1, 2024

Some planners try to do things on their own, but we have the relationships with venues and vendors so that we can get answers more quickly. And if I am not very familiar with a certain venue or vendor, someone else on our team will be. So I was charged with reaching out to the hotels and getting them to submit room-block bids.

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Bizzaboo

MARCH 15, 2023

Powered by Liz King Events, Techsytalk features articles, educational opportunities, The Event Hustler Show, and more. PCMA provides education, research, and networking opportunities to its members , who include event professionals, hospitality industry professionals, and business event suppliers.

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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. New Way to Fuel the Business.

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Vendor Transportation Contracts Contracts 98

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. And I’ll tell you how! These are things to really think about.

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Banking Speakers Contracts Contracts 98

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. Vendor evaluation Create a list of potential software vendors that offer solutions meeting your criteria. Discover Eventtia’s interactive demos.

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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. Negotiate with Vendors Vendors, ranging from caterers and decorators to technical providers and entertainment professionals, play pivotal roles in bringing an event to life.

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Event Planning Vendor Events Automation 95

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. 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 . It’s a giant cost!

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Rehearsal Panel Contracts Contracts 120

Social Tables

AUGUST 10, 2023

They work with clients to determine the vision for the event, choose vendors, create a budget, and ensure that everything runs smoothly on the day of the event. Event planners may also be responsible for managing vendors, coordinating with staff, and ensuring that everything runs smoothly on the day of the event. Social event planners.

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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. Map out every piece of your event (we’ll get to this in the next section!)

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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. Vendor evaluation Create a list of potential software vendors that offer solutions meeting your criteria. Discover Eventtia’s interactive demos.

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Management Registration Vendor Proposal 96

Convene by PCMA

JANUARY 31, 2022

For insights about the future of business events, planners should follow the money in other adjacent areas, like “the shift in revenue for online education at the college level,” Bothwell said, “and shifts in investment in education, advanced certification, online learning and development outside traditional institutions.”

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Trends Banking Events Certification 130

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

Bizzaboo

JUNE 27, 2022

Event Experience Leaders know how different contracts look these days. Agreements with venues, vendors, and sponsors often have built-in clauses that accommodate the unexpected twists and turns of the post-COVID world. Initiating training and education programs. Review Refund Policies and Financial Implications.

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Management Automation Social Media Communications 97

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.

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Attendee Airlines Tourism Tourism 130

Bizzaboo

MARCH 15, 2023

Powered by Liz King Events, Techsytalk features articles, educational opportunities, The Event Hustler Show, and more. PCMA provides education, research, and networking opportunities to its members , who include event professionals, hospitality industry professionals, and business event suppliers.

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Website Planner Certification Publishing 52

Bizzaboo

MARCH 26, 2020

The much beloved festival that plays host to tracks around technology, music, and education bravely insisted on proceeding with the event in the face of COVID-19 concerns—even after speakers started pulling out and a petition calling for the cancellation of the event started to go viral. One of the biggest announced cancellations is SXSW.

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Sponsors Events Vendor Registration 82

Conferences that Work

NOVEMBER 13, 2022

Require suppliers who are presenting to describe in advance how their content will educate session attendees appropriately. If the event is small (and most meetings are small meetings ) consider holding a short session for all tradeshow vendors, allowing each supplier a minute at most to pitch their offerings to attendees.

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Communications Communications Meeting Sponsors 62

Bizzaboo

APRIL 27, 2023

For those interested, CIC offers a Healthcare specific CMP certification , which is designed to educate planners in the healthcare industry. They need to communicate effectively with clients, vendors, and staff. There are no specific educational requirements to become an event planner in the USA. Learn more: CMP 2.

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National Association For Catering ane Events

JULY 8, 2021

There are plenty of areas that you can take advantage of templates: client questionnaires, new client intake forms, contracts, inquiry responses, invoice reminders, and so on. Dress up your templates with spots to customize names, event dates, venues, and vendor lists.

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Social Media Events Contracts Contracts 52

AltexSoft Travel

JULY 14, 2022

Destination management companies: contracting local experiences. They sometimes act as hotel wholesalers ( bed banks ), contracting allotments from local accommodation providers. Though some vendors have solutions tailored specifically to the needs of DMCs (e.g., Connectivity in the travel industry. Here are some ideas.

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