Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 9, 2018

A lawyer with 25 years of experience in hotel and group contracts, she doesn’t mince words when it comes to planners needing to take the steps necessary to handle any complications that might arise. In these cases, Delvin said, it all comes down to making sure the contract covers every eventuality. “A Lisa Sommer Devlin.

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ADMEI

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Consider the following categories of potential risks in your event planning: Regulations : Are there local or federal regulations that may impact an aspect of your event? Will travel routes be affected? Contracts : Are your contracts with venues and vendors solid? Is another expected?

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Management Destination Management Vendor Certification 208

Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 28, 2022

The new contract-based permitting model allowing restaurants to operate sidewalk dining parklets in Miami Beach was upheld by a Miami-Dade County judge this week following a legal challenge brought by a small group of businesses who disputed the new model, which goes into effect Oct. Read More: Epic Lessons from an Only-in-Miami Experience.

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Endless Events

SEPTEMBER 9, 2021

After a hopeful summer, filled with festivals, industry events , and a whole lot of catching up, event planners and professionals find themselves in a pickle yet again. ” What is an event planner to do these days? “They’re going to calculate what are the chances.

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Endless Events

FEBRUARY 6, 2019

If you’ve happened to catch our #EventIcons S**t Event Planners Say, then you know you are in for a treat! So, let’s start it right off with planners are asking us all the time, “Hey, is that really … do we need all that gear, that’s more than I asked for?” This Whiteboard Wednesday is all about the *?#!

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Endless Events

APRIL 8, 2019

“There are an awful lot of planners out there that still just get the quote from the in-house and go with it”, says Brandt. ” The more accurate your schedule is from day one, the more accurate your final bill is gonna be” Dive Into The Regulations.

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Social Tables

JUNE 12, 2024

Planners work with venues, specialized staff, and vendors to ensure everything runs smoothly. We explore what vendors are, distinct types of event vendors, and where event planners like you can find them. Moreover, we examine the value of the planner-vendor relationship and its impact on event success. a musical festival).

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MeetingsNet

JANUARY 23, 2018

Here are three ways you can, and should, be addressing cybersecurity in your supplier contracts, according to Joshua Grimes, Esq., Both planners and suppliers need to be careful that they know exactly what those regulations are, and how their systems are in compliance, he says. “If

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Endless Events

JUNE 29, 2020

It will take a combined effort in order to restart the event industry, both from the planners and venues, in order to begin hosting in-person events again. By implementing distancing regulations, and no-touch tools such as QR Codes, NFC tags, Big Data, and more, it lowers the risk of contracting the virus and adds a layer of security. .

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The MICE Blog

MAY 2, 2022

Event planners who have been out of work for two years can now be back on the road doing what they love and taking their creativity to the next level. Further, it seems that networking is extremely important so we need to make sure, as event planners, that we give ample time for the people that are coming together now after two years.

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Convene by PCMA

MARCH 17, 2022

“The Future of the Force Majeure: Negotiating Contracts Amid Uncertainty” was such a popular session at Convening Leaders 2022 that the breakout room at Caesars Forum quickly filled to capacity and in-person attendees had to join the online audience to participate. He shed some light on contract considerations when we spoke in late February.

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Contracts Contracts Regulations Government 105

Social Tables

APRIL 20, 2023

Whether planners find themselves forced to work with difficult personalities, try to juggle juxtaposing requests, fix event planning mistakes, or balance dozens of last-minute event changes, event planners have plenty of reasons to feel stressed. Are their venue parking regulations, or street-parking restrictions?

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 16, 2024

In 2024, we invited industry experts to offer their insights, tips and trends to help planners create the best event possible. Our webinars, the Knowledge Exchange, brought us essential insights on AI, incentives, wellness and contracts, just to name a few! She also delved into the challenges, such as hidden costs.

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Incentives Healthcare Regulations Contracts 130

Traveler's Q

APRIL 3, 2023

Additionally, you will want the space to meet all safety and fire regulations, as well as any legal requirements that may come into play, depending on the type of event being hosted. Clarify Your Audience Many event planners tend to fall into the ego trap of thinking that success for their event is determined by what they want to feature.

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MeetingsNet

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

In a recent post on the planner-focused Facebook page Event Integrity, Joan Eisenstodt, principal at meetings consultancy Eisenstodt Associates, noted that corporate and association planners could further advance the anti-trafficking movement. In fact, New York isn’t the first state to pass this kind of regulation.

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Hospitality Training Regulations Contracts 98

Smart Meetings

JULY 26, 2024

Moten points to “what if” elements such as weather disruptions, which could result in a $20,000 tent fee as a backup for planners. Considerations such as sustainability and F&B add-ons can be integrated into your finalized contract terms. It’s not just F&B options that have vastly improved.

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Incentives Vendor Regulations Contracts 130

Convene by PCMA

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Since the pandemic, the problem of fewer registrants booking within in the contracted room block has become more acute. This last-minute uptick in registration makes it challenging for planners and hotels to accurately forecast and for hotels to manage inventory. Stay to play” policies have limited appeal.

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AltexSoft Travel

FEBRUARY 20, 2020

Every industry has its own regulator – an authority that sets standards and improves the cooperation inside. Its main goal is to regulate distribution-related activities in airlines and commercial aviation such as fare calculations, revenue allocation, and baggage rules. The air travel industry is no exception.

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Stova

MAY 25, 2023

Selecting the best venue for your event is one of the most important decisions planners face. File folders and spreadsheets were sufficient in the past, but now planners need sophisticated systems and tools that will track all the necessary details for making decisions between multiple venue options. Leverage technology.

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Convene by PCMA

AUGUST 25, 2021

Planners responding to the latest Recovery Dashboard listed pulling off virtual events —like the National Electrical Contractors Association’s first virtual trade show – as one of their accomplishments during COVID-19. The planner added: “We provided a space for recognition, rejuvenation, and education.

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Virtual Events Trade Show Contracts Contracts 98

Bizzaboo

JUNE 2, 2021

CQEP: Certified Quality Event Planner. According to CIC (Convention Industry Council), the main goal of the CMP program is to standardize best-practices, establish credibility to the profession, and boost the performance of event planners. The CGMP program is the highest designation geared toward government planners and suppliers.

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Certification Event Planning Trade Show Government 98

Eventtia

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

Here’s a list of specialized tools to consider: Online registration and ticketing platforms are invaluable tools for event planners. This model allows for predictable budgeting and scalability, making it suitable for various event planners. However, there may be more economical choices for frequent and larger-scale event planners.

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Social Tables

OCTOBER 5, 2022

Whether you’re a professional event planner with decades of experience or an average Joe learning how to throw a Halloween party for the first time, successful event execution requires getting organized, staying cool under pressure, and keeping track of each party-related task on your to-do list.

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Traveler's Q

MARCH 2, 2023

Consider geographically specific legalities and safety regulations The laws will differ per geographical region. Does the venue include a flexible contract with “Force Majeure”? Public speaking? All of the above? Ask the venue about what they are doing to meet or exceed compliance with the laws. testimonials?) Such as… The event date?

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Venue Insurance Audience Proposal 100

Bizzaboo

APRIL 27, 2023

Curious whether event planner courses and event planning certifications are worth it? Not sure how to become an event planner? According to CIC (Convention Industry Council), the main goal of the CMP program is to standardize best practices, establish credibility to the profession, and boost the performance of event planners.

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Certification Event Planning Trade Show Planner 98

Eventtia

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

Here’s a list of specialized tools to consider: Online registration and ticketing platforms are invaluable tools for event planners. This model allows for predictable budgeting and scalability, making it suitable for various event planners. However, there may be more economical choices for frequent and larger-scale event planners.

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Management Registration Vendor Proposal 96

Tembusu Events and Communications

SEPTEMBER 1, 2024

Here is why ISO 27001 matters and why it is such an important consideration for event planners in Singapore. The Importance of Data Protection for Event Planners As an event planner , you are charged with a good amount of people’s sensitive information: details about attendees, some vendors’ contracts, and some logistical data.

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MeetingsNet

JANUARY 8, 2019

It is no secret that meeting planning is a stressful job and that no matter how much preparation happens before an event, once on site planners are still deluged with questions and last-minute issues. Enforce all safety regulations. Risk-reduction actions for safer events in 2019. Have an AED on site. Use situational awareness.

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Bizzaboo

JUNE 27, 2022

Event Experience Leaders know how different contracts look these days. Event risk management requires planners to recognize attendees’ many worries and logistical concerns as they venture back to in-person events. Double-checking local laws, rules, and regulations. Review Refund Policies and Financial Implications.

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Management Automation Social Media Communications 97

Achieve Incentives

FEBRUARY 15, 2021

In this Safe Travels blog, Ashley provides the insights she gathered as she organized this safe meeting for event industry leaders: As event planners, we are tasked with the enormous responsibility of ensuring our attendees’ safety. This event meets safety regulations, but does it also appear to be safe? Let me give you an example.

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Social Tables

OCTOBER 5, 2023

We’ve already seen how transforming the way event planners and venues create, manage, and host gatherings has drastically changed the landscape in the past few years. Planning technology These are innovative tools and software designed to assist event planners and organizers in efficiently managing various aspects of event preparation.

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ITA Group

FEBRUARY 24, 2021

When determining the risk of your event, there is a lot to consider from the first go/no go decision through contracting and up until the weeks before the event takes place. Consider not only local regulations of your destination but potential quarantine, testing and vaccine requirements from departure locations. Contracting.

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Bizzaboo

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

Are there any restrictions or regulations in the area that may affect event planning? Can you provide references from past clients or event planners? Are any traffic patterns or road construction projects affecting accessibility during the event dates? Is the venue in a busy or noisy neighborhood that could affect event proceedings?

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MeetingsNet

DECEMBER 14, 2022

Many of the most-read articles from the past year will remain relevant in the year to come, with information on contract clauses and planning stress to EU entry regulation changes and, yes, shoes. The top 10: Did you read them all? HurricaneFortMyers_0.jpg. Gating level. anonymous user. DataTable subpages. Media Image. Gating level.

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Convene by PCMA

AUGUST 7, 2023

Yesterday, [a conversation I took part in] addressed ways to stay relevant if a client thinks that AI could do some of the work we are contracted for. But this goes beyond just independent [meeting planners]. Annette Suriani , business events strategist for AMS Meetings Solutions, asked her peers on the PCMA Catalyst forum.

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Regulations Technology Technology Publishing 52

Gavel International

DECEMBER 19, 2022

1 ) This is great news for meeting planners, but it will come with drawbacks. There will be challenges to overcome in staffing and rising costs, however, if meeting planners understand how to overcome these issues they will be better positioned for effective in-person meetings. 1 Talent Challenges. 2 Inflation and Rising Costs.

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Trends Meeting Vendor Planner 52

Stova

JUNE 27, 2024

While it may seem easier to go with an email marketing tool you already have in place, an adept planner thinks ahead to the data they want to collect. Because integrating systems may involve sharing personal data across borders, each provider must be compliant with data privacy regulations, such as GDPR.

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