Social Tables

JUNE 12, 2024

Planners work with venues, specialized staff, and vendors to ensure everything runs smoothly. A lot of tiny pieces must fall into place for an event to succeed, and the wrong event vendors could lead to lots of trouble later in the planning process. What are event vendors? a musical festival).

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 28, 2022

Ty Sheaks, attorney at Texas law firm McCathern PLLC , author and faculty advisor for International Association of Venue Managers (IAVM), joined this week’s Smart Chat Live!, Post-Covid Contract Solutions.”. Local laws can impact your contract and your options for termination, recovery and liability, Sheaks explained.

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Contracts Contracts Insurance Government 195

Social Tables

JANUARY 29, 2017

From other vendors to family members to CEOs, it is important to be the central person who can work with everyone and make the magic happen. Vendor Conflicts. In that case, the best way to prevent unnecessary tension is simply to avoid having vendors that do not get along on the same event team. Easier said than done, right?

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Endless Events

JULY 14, 2022

The event management industry lacks robust software designed for the unique needs of the event management industry. In today’s episode, Will and Brant talk about the event management industry’s unique client base and where event management software fails to meet client needs. ” Budgeting. ” .

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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.

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Conference Site Selection Logistics Contracts 246

Endless Events

MARCH 6, 2019

Did you know that venues can receive kickbacks for referring their in-house vendor? For those who don’t really understand, a lot of times, the in-house AV company is contracted by the hotel in a relationship that allows them to kind of work together. Again though, it all has to happen before you sign your venue contract as well.

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Convene by PCMA

DECEMBER 9, 2024

Workload event professionals talked about the stress of managing high workloads, with understaffing and time pressures leading to burnout and inefficiency. Labor costs, particularly union labor and in-house AV contracts, are viewed as excessive, and the lack of flexibility to negotiate better rates leads to resentment.

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Endless Events

FEBRUARY 5, 2020

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. Can you summarize the various areas of your contract?

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 2, 2023

6 steps to finding the right event tech vendors and product Finding the right event tech can be a long, tedious process. The journey of locating vendors and the resources that best match your needs can send any planner into a tailspin. She suggested utilizing free trial periods and asking vendors to build out your event as a sample.

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Vendor Meeting Planner Events 246

Motivation Excellence

JANUARY 8, 2020

One area where communication can fail, especially for clients, is understanding the difference between event management and event planning. A client looking for someone who can do all the functions of event management may not understand why an event planner isn’t able to meet their needs. It’s a booming industry.

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Endless Events

JULY 26, 2019

WiFi is essentially a modern-day utility, people need WiFi to do manage their day-to-day and lives. . Often though, we don’t give the same attention to your vendors, exhibitors and event staff, but it’s critical to keep them in mind. However, with some planning and a great WiFi vendor, this is easily preventable. .

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Vendor Events Venue Contracts 282

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

Social Tables

FEBRUARY 17, 2017

Whether it’s DJs, bartenders, event staff, venues, talent managers, design teams or anyone else our clients are looking for, we’ve got them all. If you are currently looking for a caterer, or know of someone who is, here are 10 helpful tips for choosing the perfect vendor: 1. And as such, we’ve got the hook ups. Detail Oriented.

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Vendor Certification Preparation Contracts 122

MeetingsNet

APRIL 4, 2024

A veteran production manager gives advice on what to look for and how to make changes in a property’s agreements before you sign. During his main-stage presentation titled “Mastering Site Inspections for Audiovisual and Production,” Frankel noted that “almost everything is negotiable before you sign the contract.

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Contracts Contracts Venue Vendor 98

Endless Events

OCTOBER 25, 2019

You’re dealing with vendors, speakers, performers, caterers, marketers, the media, you name it. Airtable is an excellent resource for event managers who need to track attendees, press releases, or marketing materials. Includes everything you need for event management on the free plan. There must be an easier way, right?

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Event Planning Vendor Sponsors Events 222

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. Read More : How to Manage Outsize Hospitality Budget Inflation.

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Vendor Events Banking Education 240

Endless Events

APRIL 12, 2019

Managing the many moving parts in an event can often be stressful and certain components can be neglected or forgotten. Your AV company should be one of the first vendors you hire. In fact, you should ideally hire your AV company before you even sign your venue contract. Hiring Your AV Company Too Late. Skimping on Audio.

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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. Can you summarize the various areas of your contract?

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Contracts Contracts Venue Vendor 296

Endless Events

OCTOBER 31, 2018

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. Number one is that unions, if you didn’t know, always have their contracts with the venue. Here’s our contract.” Video Transcription – How AV Unions Work .

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Contracts Contracts Venue Rehearsal 199

Smart Meetings

JUNE 28, 2024

Communicating this data to C-levels and clients can help manage expectations and justify budgets,” said Catherine Chaulet, president and CEO of Global DMC Partners , from the stage. If you can contract far enough in advance, you can secure better rates before supply is squeezed. Like most things in life, timing makes a difference.

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Incentives Contracts Contracts Vendor 187

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.

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Management Registration Vendor Proposal 117

Endless Events

APRIL 8, 2019

Overall, how can the process be as smooth as possible for the client and vendor alike? “There’s definitely a gap between the vendor knowledge and the client knowledge”, says Will. Why is AV priced the way it is? How can you save money on AV? How can you be sure you get the right equipment? Closing The Gap.

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Education Events Vendor Regulations 299

Bizzaboo

AUGUST 3, 2023

Are you on the hunt for the best event management software? But which event management platform is the best for you and your organization? It’s no surprise, then, that Capterra has a whopping 841 event management solutions, and G2 features 220. Can I manage private events with your software?

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Endless Events

MARCH 22, 2019

10 years ago it was common to see a charge for using 3rd party AV vendors and AV restrictions on your quotes. This can be a great deal but you want to ask a few things before signing the contract and locking in. Project Managers. Every event needs a project manager. Beware of Free Internet Services . It’s a giant cost!

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ADMEI

OCTOBER 4, 2023

A Destination Management Company (DMC) is the perfect partnership for taking your events to the next level. Working with an accredited DMC brings even more to the table since they are proven to have ​​advanced knowledge and experience in Destination Management. What is a DMC? What services does a DMC provide?

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Benefits Vendor Destination Management Transportation 153

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.

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Management Registration Vendor Proposal 96

MeetingsNet

JUNE 22, 2023

According to a recently released survey report from the Global Business Travel Association and Cvent, the median salary for a corporate travel manager in the United States and Canada rose year over year from $113,500 to $117,500, or 3.5 Canada, and Europe, 61 percent of whom have meetings management as part of their jobs.

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Management Travel Travel Human Resources 92

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. Form relationships with your favorite wedding vendors.

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Endless Events

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

You might be surprised at what the potential cost savings might be.” And as Will shares, finding a new vendor isn’t a quick fix either. But if you’re using the same vendor again, there might be a chance they don’t need as much time because they understand the technology even better. No,” he says. They’ll note those hidden items.

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Contracts Contracts Events Vendor 177

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. And almost a third were new since 2021.

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 16, 2018

Do you know the single most effective tool in waste management at events is planning ahead? 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. 5 Tips to Greenify Your Next Meeting. Food service.

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Bizzaboo

JUNE 27, 2022

As we ride an optimistic and calmer wave in the events industry — in-person and hybrid events increased 2X over the last three months, compared to the 3 months prior, according to Bizzabo data — event organizers are embracing the power of risk management. What is risk management in event planning? It’s preparing for the unexpected.

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Management Automation Social Media Communications 97

Social Tables

JANUARY 30, 2017

From the beginning, be sure you are setting expectations for all vendors that will be working the event. The lines of communication should be worked out from the moment the contract is signed in order to keep everyone on the same page. How do you manage events across multiple days? Oh, and have some fun with it too.

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Endless Events

FEBRUARY 24, 2020

So they might manage an AV company or bring them in. And then it goes out four times and yikes, we just ate that money for nothing” “But then there are other times when we had a client where we were on a three-year contract. . “Especially with that leaning of wanting to use other people’s stuff.

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Production Events Contracts Contracts 232

AltexSoft Travel

AUGUST 26, 2020

Channel manager APIs. Connectivity with direct software vendors of hotels. 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.

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Booking Management Banking Contracts 85

Endless Events

MARCH 4, 2020

Because the last thing you want to do is they say, “There are no restrictions,” and it’s not in your contract if there are any restrictions. A lot of times we assume that “Hey, I’m going to sign the contract. Can we add that onto our contract?” Who are your vendors? ” Oh, yikes.

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Venue Contracts Contracts Conference 321

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.

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