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3 Easy Ways Planners Can Reduce Risk Today

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The most common mistake Howe sees planners make is that they don’t read their contracts. Contracts are self-inflicted wounds,” he says. You have no rights or responsibilities unless they are in the contract.” In the same fashion, planners need to do their research when hiring vendors.

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Meeting Planners Unite Sets 2019 Agenda

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Bruce reported that four audiovisual companies have agreed to offer rebates to planners when they contract for alternatives to the hotel AV team. Meanwhile, several hotel companies—including Loews Hotels and Fashion Island Hotel Newport Beach —have increased commissions, even if only on certain properties and for a limited time.

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The Power of Purpose is Fueled by Collaboration

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Followed by PCMA Foundation Fashion Show, Living In Color to raise money for the foundation while celebrating authenticity, pride, compassion and living life boldly in color. Look for insights on budgeting, negotiations, what motivates attendees, legislation impacting the industry and how to give people what they want.

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What is Event Marketing: Key Concepts, Proven Strategies, Examples and Tips

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Example : A sustainable textile company has a booth at an eco-fashion fair. During the event executives discuss industry trends and future plans and build confidence leading to bigger contracts. Short-form video is a Must-do Paris Fashion Week 2024 Sets the Pace Paris Fashion Week 2024.

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Are in-person events COVID safe?

Conferences that Work

The risk of contracting COVID-19 during a grocery store masked visit is far less than the overall risk for everyone in the U.S. Rather, they want to know if attending the event will significantly (defined by them) increase their likelihood of contracting COVID-19. The latter regrettably includes a significant fraction of the U.S.

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The Difference Between Event Management and Event Planning

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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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The two must-do steps to hire the best professional help

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So, when it’s time to minimize your taxes, modernize the bathroom, diagnose that stabbing stomach pain, draft a complex contract, or organize multiple regional conferences — in short, get help with something you can’t do yourself — how do you choose great help? It isn’t easy.