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The 15 Biggest Event AV Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

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In fact, you should ideally hire your AV company before you even sign your venue contract. Pre-plan where each item will be hung to avoid additional costs and check with your venue before you sign the contract whether or not rigging points and included in the cost. As an extra precaution, schedule a rehearsal with your AV company.

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Planning a Destination Wedding

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photographers) Send out save the dates Purchase your dress/tux Plan and book your desired events Within 6 to 9 months Book your rehearsal dinner venue (make sure that your guests are invited; it is customary) Decide the menu with your caterer Send out wedding invitations Book the remaining support teammates (e.g.

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17 Common Event Planning Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

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Will the area be busy in general due to holiday travel? Neglecting to test your technology Any event that includes digital presentations, sound, or lighting cues should be rehearsed prior to the big day. While rehearsals are critical for virtual event success , they are also a vital part of in-person event success.

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How to Deal With 7 Curveballs Thrown at Event Organizers

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The meeting rooms you contracted for may have been double booked. Lock in your run-of-show and rehearse more than ever before. A good number of your attendees are just easing back into business travel. Space Conflicts. There were many re-bookings during the pandemic. Some of these groups have been squeezed in. Main Room Gaffes.

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The Most Efficient Wedding Planning Checklist

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Book your rehearsal and rehearsal-dinner venues. In addition to sharing a meal with friends and family, couples use the rehearsal dinner to host informal toasts and play ice breaker games so people can get to know each other before the big day. Invite guests to your rehearsal dinner. Complete your final dress fitting.

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7 Reasons to Consider Hiring an Outside AV Provider

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They know which speaker always runs late for rehearsals, which executive likes to make last-minute changes onsite, and what your CEO’s major show-flow pet peeves are. Just let your event manager know what you’re looking for and voilá— you just saved yourself a whole bunch of searching, contracting, and calling.

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Creating Restaurant Event Spaces that Sell

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With built-in food service available , guests never have to worry about their food getting cold as it travels from the kitchen to the event. Create clear guidelines for staff serving alcoholic drinks, and detail the restaurant’s cut-off policy in event contracts. Make the most out of the booking process. Hype public events.

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