Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

Effective procurement strategies not only ensure that companies get the best value for their money but also play a role in risk management, innovation and corporate social responsibility. A 7-Step Process A true process will go beyond RFP sourcing and site selection, contracting and negotiations.

Conference 246

Conference Site Selection Logistics Contracts 246

Smart Meetings

AUGUST 11, 2023

Plus strategies for managing increased business travel costs in 2024 Business travel and event cost are not increasing as steeply as they were in 2022, but they’re still going up, according to 2024 Business Travel Forecast , a new study by CWT and Global Business Travel Association (GBTA). Consolidate and compromise. Focus on ROI.

Travel 246

Travel Travel Transportation Airlines 246

Endless Events

MARCH 22, 2019

Welcome to the AV Audit where we dissect AV proposals every single month! This can be a great deal but you want to ask a few things before signing the contract and locking in. If either of these doesn’t turn out to be the case, you can probably negotiate this out of your contract but only before signing! Project Managers.

Rehearsal 257

Rehearsal Panel Contracts Contracts 257

Smart Meetings

JUNE 2, 2023

Be sure when you’re reviewing the cost proposal, to ask the vendor what it actually includes.” Event planners looking to scale up for the future may want to look at: advanced ticketing, task management, discount codes, sessions tracking, robust e-mail marketing and communications. Support: What resources are available?

Vendor 246

Vendor Meeting Planner Events 246

Eventtia

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

Even with the best team, organization and expertise, an event strategy can’t succeed completely without the right event management software. However, with the great variety of options, choosing the right event management software can feel overwhelming.

Management 117

Management Registration Vendor Proposal 117

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. Some of the most sought-after event vendors include: Venue managers. Most event venues employ a manager or coordinator who liaises between the venue and the event team.

Vendor 158

Vendor Contracts Contracts Events 158

Eventtia

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

Even with the best team, organization and expertise, an event strategy can’t succeed completely without the right event management software. However, with the great variety of options, choosing the right event management software can feel overwhelming.

Management 96

Management Registration Vendor Proposal 96

ADMEI

JUNE 22, 2021

More specifically, DMCs are reevaluating their existing proposal, site-inspection, time tracking, contracting, payment, and procurement processes, as well as their overall pricing models. This writing sets out to not only provide context around the foregoing, but also deliver tangible ideas and proposed solutions.

Affiliate 100

Affiliate Proposal Panel Insurance 100

AltexSoft Travel

AUGUST 26, 2020

Channel manager APIs. Another use case is corporate travel, as TMCs (travel management companies) are traditionally stuck with GDSs. In this business model, a wholesaler (bed bank) contracts with a hotel for a period of time to sell a bulk of its rooms for a fixed price. Booking, managing reservations, cancellations.

Booking 85

Booking Management Banking Contracts 85

MeetingsNet

APRIL 15, 2024

A veteran planner explains how to push back tactfully but effectively when a proposed change isn’t for the better. Nguyen’s final lesson: “Change management is a critical skill for planners, and a big part of that means getting others to understand its full impact.”

Rehearsal 114

Rehearsal Contracts Contracts Proposal 114

Endless Events

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

I shared my world-famous request for a proposal (RFP) back in the day. They might give you a discount to help you get through this year, but they need the commitment that you’ll come back to X budget number next year.” He also suggests taking on multi-year contracts to save money. “If

Contracts 177

Contracts Contracts Events Vendor 177

Social Tables

APRIL 17, 2019

Event professionals who responded to our survey proposed solutions including private group check-in versus lobby check-in, digital check-in to ensure rapidity, and even assigning arrival times in tiers or waves. Both planners and venues agree, the hotel contract negotiation process could be a lot better. The takeaway? ” 17.

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Proposal Communications Communications Venue 149

MeetingsNet

JULY 5, 2022

A survey conducted six weeks ago by the American Hotel & Lodging Association found that 97 percent of the responding owners and managers across all hotel segments—from economy to midscale to luxury—said they are dealing with a staffing shortage, with 49 percent saying they are “severely understaffed.”.

Proposal 119

Proposal Advertising Contracts Contracts 119

Endless Events

NOVEMBER 14, 2019

But if I’m talking to a planner, an in-house planner for a corporate company, I adapt it” “Think about a legal contract”, says Dustin. “The very first thing on the top of a legal contract is it defines who it is that they’re talking about. AIMM – Accredited In House Meeting Manager.

Events 166

Events Insurance Contracts Contracts 166

Social Tables

MAY 30, 2019

Event Diagramming Collaborative event management software that saves time, boosts revenue and drives loyalty. NEW Sales & Catering CRM Seamlessly manage and optimize group sales performance across your entire portfolio. If you’re renting a space, double check your contract to see if you’ll be responsible for cleanliness at any point.

Venue 199

Venue Entertainment Preparation Event Planning 199

MeetingsNet

APRIL 17, 2023

Session proposals are now being accepted for the MeetingsNet track at CaterSource + The Special Event show happening February 12 to 15, 2024, in Austin, Texas. Strong proposals will include actionable takeaways for attendees, deep understanding of the meeting industry, and the promise of an engaging or inspiring delivery.

Education 79

Education Proposal Meeting Speakers 79

Social Tables

MAY 6, 2019

First you’ll need to set and manage expectations in accordance with budgets, dates, and other major wedding event components. You’ll also want to spend this time reviewing your contract. More specifically, what the contract does or does not include. Use one or more wedding planning tools to manage multiple projects at once.

Vendor 134

Vendor Contracts Contracts Planner 134

Traveler's Q

MARCH 2, 2023

Choose an easily accessible venue Going over the top for your venue can be counter-productive, especially if you’re not planning an event for the super-rich to attend The harder the venue is to reserve, the harder it will be to efficiently manage your event. You can just hire them, let them do their thing once they arrive at your event.

Organization 100

Organization Contracts Contracts Events 100

MeetingsNet

JUNE 26, 2023

Responding hotel managers are attempting to fill an average of almost nine positions per property, up from seven positions in January. In response, 75 percent of these hotel managers are increasing wages; 64 percent are offering greater flexibility with hours; and 36 percent are expanding benefits.

Planner 98

Planner Proposal Contracts Contracts 98

Social Tables

MAY 14, 2019

Planners can compare venues, filter results based on event specifics, and even submit eRFPs (electronic request for proposal). When you have your list of finalists in hand you’ll have to submit a request for proposal to most of them (especially hotels!) In most cases, the details of the proposal aren’t set in stone.

SEO 141

SEO Proposal Sponsors Events 141

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. “So in cases where clients are asking me to do something that might be outside our normal wheelhouse, I might tell them, “Look, I’ll do this for you and take care of it and manage it for you.

Events 289

Events Logistics Vendor Proposal 289

Endless Events

MARCH 18, 2019

Welcome to the AV Audit where we dissect AV proposals every single month! This can be a great deal but you want to ask a few things before signing the contract and locking in. If either of these doesn’t turn out to be the case, you can probably negotiate this out of your contract but only before signing! Project Managers.

Rehearsal 120

Rehearsal Panel Contracts Contracts 120

Traveler's Q

APRIL 3, 2023

Additionally, it provides helpful advice on legal requirements, insurance, and risk management that should be taken into consideration when preparing for an event. Does the Venue Include a Flexible Contract with “Force Majeure”? Request a proposal today to get started planning your next corporate event!

Location 130

Location Venue Insurance Regulations 130

Travel Daily Media

SEPTEMBER 15, 2019

The post Manage MICE with ease: 5 Reasons why you should enrol in Meliá PRO appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. Using the platform, you can manage your professional activity and enjoy benefits, instant commissions and special rates. Access to contracted Rates. Exclusive benefits for MeliáRewards members.

Management 52

Management B2B Booking Proposal 52

Traveler's Q

MARCH 2, 2023

Consider how difficult or easy each venue is to reserve The harder a venue is to reserve, the harder it will be to manage your event. Does the venue include a flexible contract with “Force Majeure”? Why is it called a green room? What occurs in a green room and why is one necessary? Consider the reputation of the venue (reviews?

Venue 100

Venue Insurance Audience Proposal 100

Eventtia

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Whether managing events logistics, booking accommodation, or arranging transportation, hospitality platforms are necessary for planning and hosting results-driven events. Eventtia Eventtia is a cutting-edge technology company providing advanced event management solutions tailored to consumer and luxury retail companies.

Platform 62

Platform Hospitality Logistics Proposal 62

Social Tables

MARCH 2, 2021

Event Diagramming Collaborative event management software that saves time, boosts revenue and drives loyalty. NEW Sales & Catering CRM Seamlessly manage and optimize group sales performance across your entire portfolio. This means that your contract should say what clients will and will not be billed for. But not always.

Planner 99

Planner Contracts Contracts Vendor 99

Travel Daily Media

AUGUST 11, 2019

The new contract will see Inspiravia S.L. Yvonne Valies – Travelport’s partner relations manager in Europe, added: “Travelport is delighted to introduce this unique sales proposal and digital travel itinerary, called Viewtravel plug-in, into the Travelport GDS. Travelport and Inspiravia S.L Inspiravia S.L.

Proposal 52

Proposal Airlines Contracts Contracts 52

Eventtia

JUNE 20, 2023

For event planners in today’s digital era, event management software has become an essential solution to help them plan, organize, and execute their events. Today, there are so many different event management options available with different pricing and features to offer. So, which of them is the right solution for you?

Management 48

Management Registration Virtual Events Events 48

MeetingsNet

JULY 3, 2023

One big property has come to terms with the union, but others are using non-labor staff and management to fill front-line roles. The reason: an expired labor contract for about 15,000 Local 11 workers across 65 hotels. On the flip side, the hotel-management group has proposed wage hikes of 2.5

Meeting 52

Meeting Contracts Contracts Healthcare 52

Eventtia

OCTOBER 10, 2023

Online registration software is a cloud-based solution that allows organizers to manage the entire event registration process from start to finish. It offers a user-friendly interface for attendees to easily register for events, providing organizers tools to track registrations, collect payments, manage attendee data, and generate reports.

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Registration Online Automation Platform 118

Convene by PCMA

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

Darcel Ivey The Georgia International Convention Center (GICC) has promoted Darcel Ivey to senior sales manager. She is additionally responsible for generating for proposals and contracts, and attends industry events. Farley succeeds Don Pazour, who has served as CEO since 2000. Pazour will become executive chairman.

Trade Show 52

Trade Show Proposal Advertising Contracts 52

Bizzaboo

JULY 30, 2023

Step 3: Write a Request for Proposal (RFP) Desperate to get your dream spot for your event? It’s time to craft an engaging request for proposal (RFP). Budget: Provide a budget range or limitations to ensure the venue’s proposals are within your financial parameters. About 42.6% About 42.6%

Venue 52

Venue B2B Proposal Contracts 52

Hotel Engine

AUGUST 7, 2022

Influencers at the micro-levels and above are used to receiving outreach partnership proposals. When you submit your proposal, be clear and concise. You could hire an agency to recommend a list of influencers that might be appropriate for your next campaign and help you negotiate contracts. Making Your Hotel Influencer-Friendly.

Promotion 88

Promotion Booking Social Media Events 88

MeetingsNet

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

7 business-event pros weigh in on how to get what you need in an event contract and stay on budget. Get Off to a Good Start In this sellers’ market, timeliness is one of the most important elements of securing an event contract that works for all parties. Sound familiar?

Meeting 52

Meeting Contracts Contracts Vendor 52

MeetingsNet

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

A veteran planner discusses how she nudges hotels to act on her requests for proposal: She gives to get. Understanding which destinations will and will not work for a given event host and the audience” makes the RFP task manageable. So, give some time for that information to be managed.” Every RFP is unique,” she says.

Proposal 52

Proposal Site Selection Preparation Events 52

Conferences that Work

JULY 1, 2024

” —Extract from an interview with Cath Thompson of Peace and Security Funders Group (PSFG) by Alec Saelens on January 25, 2024 Rachel contracted me in 2022 for design consultation on PSFG’s first online peer conference. Is there anyone here you want to buddy up with to propose a session? Find friends.

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Conference Speakers Proposal Online 96