Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 5, 2018

Entertainment. Whether it be a live band, aerial artists or fire dancers, keynote speakers or moderators, entertainment is an important part of any event to wow your audience and keep them engaged. Mobile App. More events are including a mobile app to give their attendees access to all event information at their fingertips.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

Read More : Caesars Entertainment Elevates its Las Vegas Properties “We knew going into it, just because of where the race is located and its proximity to betting windows, that it was going to be a record handle for Caesars for a Formula One race,” Adam Pullen, Caesars assistant director of trading, told Las Vegas Review-Journal.

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Social Tables

SEPTEMBER 25, 2017

Hiring event entertainment can be a great way to make your event memorable, but overlooking these crucial details can cause things to completely come off the rails. Let’s take a look at how you can avoid event entertainment mishaps, what some of the more sensitive areas that can make or break an event, and how to avoid them.

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 19, 2023

If meeting professionals turn down the option of using an event space’s AV team and bring in an outside company, there could be a clause in the contract that charges an extra fee for external services. Always be sure to read contracts carefully! Production companies do it all.

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Endless Events

FEBRUARY 7, 2019

Pros: Social Tables makes it easy to connect and collaborate with other vendors, like caterers and entertainers. Reserve integrates with other programs to manage reservations, budgeting, contracts, and more. The program makes it easy for team members to stay in contact with each other about progress and assignments.

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Endless Events

NOVEMBER 16, 2018

Scheduling entertainment. 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. Many teams use contracted labor for duties such as photography and videography. Distributing programs to attendees and entertainers. Creative Committee.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 13, 2024

Archer Aviation has completed more than 400 test flights and has signed manufacturing contracts worth over $6 billion so far. Guests can make their way to Saryan Street, world-renowned for its wine shops and art galleries, or visit Republic Square to take in the musical fountains and stunning architecture.

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The MICE Blog

MARCH 1, 2021

These similarities go beyond the entertainment element of gamification that we might associate it with. The post #RotterdamExperiment 2 – Gaming and the events industry: from individual entertainment to purpose-driven collaboration appeared first on The MICE Blog. There is no time to look backwards.

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Social Tables

JUNE 12, 2024

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. Entertainers. Magicians, acrobats, and other performers are also entertainment vendors, with mixologists walking the line between bartending and entertaining.

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MeetingsNet

APRIL 23, 2018

What you can learn from other planners’ entertainment mistakes. At MeetingsNet's Las Vegas Corporate Invitational Destination Showcase, held April 11-13, Matthew Gucu, a 25-year-veteran of the entertainment industry, spoke to meeting planners on entertainment for events. Hint: Don’t make the broom closet your green room.

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Endless Events

MAY 4, 2021

” “What we are going to be planning a little bit more of is live entertainment. We livestreamed a couple of live band entertainment performances into our events. That way, we could provide engagement in their home and provide an immersive experience when they were watching the event online.”

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Exchange Over Entertainment Finally, the FICP study showed a 47.1% increase in education and training but with a decrease in pure hospitality or entertainment at 23.5%. “If Diem agreed and said she has seen more sustainability concerns at the RFP level. “I’ve increase in networking and relationship building, 41.2%

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Endless Events

APRIL 26, 2019

You should actually hire your AV company before you even sign your venue contract. You may want to incorporate some of the biggest event trends, or perhaps you are planning on bringing in a top entertainer. Before signing any contracts make sure your quote is final. Know When to Hire Your AV Company. the answer should be yes!

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 1, 2024

This summer, Caesars Entertainment is rebranding and renovating its Harrah’s property into Caesars New Orleans, which will also house the 54-room Nobu Hotel New Orleans and Nobu restaurant within it. Visitors to New Orleans will also see several hotel changes when they make their way to the city.

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 28, 2024

If you can contract far enough in advance, you can secure better rates before supply is squeezed. Work with local tourist boards and partners to secure sponsorships for elements that will add meaning to an event, such as a local activation, entertainment or gift. Like most things in life, timing makes a difference.

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Social Tables

NOVEMBER 23, 2017

That’s because: Each element—from promotion and decoration to food and entertainment—becomes décor. If you have an annual event, try to negotiate a multi-year contract where you get a discount if you commit to exclusively using their business. Entertaining Your Guests. Use food as entertainment. Call them first!

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 25, 2022

Read more tips for negotiating contracts amid Covid. . Whether you are new to the industry, looking for career advice to find your niche or planning to shift careers in the industry using the skills you have and exploring new territory, these short videos are filled with tips and entertaining stories. Contract and Negotiation Tips.

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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. It’s that simple!

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 23, 2018

The union’s members voted August 15 to walk off the job at month’s end if a new contract deal isn’t reached. Although employees in the city did vote to authorize a strike, this is a common tactic in the course of contract negotiations and does not mean that employees will actually strike,” the spokesperson noted. An August 31 Deadline.

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MPI

OCTOBER 14, 2024

That was the sentiment at the Beyond the Bar discussion that took place at Jimmy Kimmel’s Comedy Club during IMEX America 2024, hosted by Caesars Entertainment and OTHR Agency in partnership with CEMA (the Corporate Event Marketing Association). A sober-inclusive happy hour is an absolute must for inclusive events.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 5, 2022

As guest demand for an authentic, engaging experience in the surrounding community and culture increases, technology plug-ins are making it easier for meeting professionals to meet the needs of attendees without additional research and contracts. An Unprecedented Partnership.

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Social Tables

MAY 30, 2019

Entertainment rentals. Arrange entertainment. Prepare tip envelopes for party entertainers and staff. To give you an idea of how much is appropriate, children’s party entertainers usually expect $15-$20 in tips each while wedding vendors like chefs often see anywhere from $50 to $100 an event, on average. Party favors.

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ADMEI

OCTOBER 4, 2023

From entertainment and transportation to venues and safety, a DMC can help you take your next event from good to great. Entertainment Entertainment can be a huge part of an event, and making sure you hire the right one is key. Hiring a DMC to help with your event can save you time, energy, and even money!

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MeetingsNet

OCTOBER 2, 2017

However, as is the case when contracting with any meeting venue, think about what you are committing to before you sign the contract. Here are some questions that Grimes says planners should ask when contracting with cruise lines: • What is included and what’s extra? Can you count on the ship you book being the ship you get?

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Motivation Excellence

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

Were flexible and can handle everything meetings and events-related, including: destination/venue consultations contract negotiations registration and air bookings pre- and post-engagement with your participants wow-worthy elements on-site including entertainment, A/V, gifting and more Pick and choose how to use us.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 12, 2022

Report from #IMEX22 : @VisitOrlando is launching an “Unbelievably Real” campaign to inspire event design that leverages all the entertainment, cultural and culinary opportunities in the destination for meetings and follow-on leisure. pic.twitter.com/dD39yCSkL3. — JT Long (@SmartMtgsJT) October 11, 2022.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 10, 2021

As MPI celebrates its 50th anniversary, it is looking forward to 2027 with a new contract for CEO and president Paul Van Deventer with a focus on advocacy, innovation and education to expand and engage a diverse community. Scroll to hear the good news from our industry leaders —and check out our day one recap here.

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MeetingsNet

OCTOBER 26, 2023

While associations are seeing strong attendance across most segments, planning challenges include finding available meeting space, lack of flexibility on contract terms, and attendees registering late. However, the landscape for corporate clients is distinct from association clients.

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Convene by PCMA

JANUARY 10, 2022

Entertainer Paula Abdul gave a surprise performance Monday before the opening general session, energizing attendees with a medley of her hits. No contract language is going to ever replace a business conversation and negotiation. People don’t care about how much you know; what they really care about is how much you care.”.

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Motivation Excellence

JANUARY 8, 2020

This might include tasks such as: Coming up with ideas for the event’s theme Deciding on a color scheme and designing invitations Working with the client to create a budget Locating the best venue Planning the event’s entertainment Finding a caterer and deciding on a menu Negotiating contracts with hotels and vendors.

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Social Tables

OCTOBER 5, 2022

We explore creative costume ideas, chilling cocktail recipes, Halloween-inspired entertainment, and so much more. Step 6: Book event vendors, suppliers, and on-site entertainment. Keep guests entertained all night with Halloween-themed games and entertainment. Discover how to throw a Halloween party in 10 simple steps.

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Social Tables

JANUARY 17, 2018

Most importantly, an event theme connects the individual event components (such as décor, catering, and entertainment), thereby layering the event message into a cohesive guest event experience. Be ready to work with speakers and entertainers. You will definitely need some space on your checklist for booking speakers and entertainers.

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Traveler's Q

MARCH 2, 2023

Or… Try out caterers before you actually finalize a decision for a final one before your event Music and entertainment Speak with a DJ about what music will set the ambience of the event ahead of time, that way there are no surprises. You can just hire them, let them do their thing once they arrive at your event.

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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. But it’s better to keep these piles of contracts, vendor agreements, and proposals organized and out of sight until needed. Streamline wedding paperwork.

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MeetingsNet

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

Less than three weeks ahead of the IMEX America show, 53,000 employees at properties run by Caesars Entertainment, Four Seasons, MGM, Virgin, Wynn, and others will decide on Sept. 26 their union’s course of action if contract negotiations don’t advance. In both cities, a contract was finalized before that deadline.

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Traveler's Q

MARCH 2, 2023

This includes catering costs, wedding cake, bar services, music/entertainment, rentals (tables, chairs, and linens), and wedding decorations including flowers. This is usually 8 percent of the wedding budget and can include airfare, hotel stays, meals, and entertainment.

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Traveler's Q

APRIL 3, 2023

When booking ahead of time, be sure to read the contract thoroughly and understand when payment deadlines and cancellation policies take effect. Music and entertainment It is important to know what type of music will be played during your corporate event.

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