Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

Who are your vendors, and would they be self-sufficient in preparing for a weather event, or would they need emergency guidance? While your central location should be your primary concern, hotels, restaurants, entertainment venues, and other social settings should also be considered.

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 6, 2024

Many Canadian vendors have focused on elevated food and beverage options to stand out in an increasingly competitive global market for meetings and events. Smart Meetings spoke with representatives of Canada’s top vendors about the positive evolution of F&B.

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Endless Events

JUNE 21, 2018

Around the world, tragic incidents at events like the Las Vegas shooting and the Boston Marathon bombing, and natural disasters have shown that we aren’t prepared for every type of security and safety issue in our industry. We’ll talk about how to ensure you’re using the right vendors for this shortly. Don’t leave anything to chance.

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Vendor Events Planner Certification 265

Smart Meetings

MARCH 20, 2024

Cohen, a partner at Cohen, Cooper, Estep & Allen LLC, who specializes in entertainment, criminal defense and hospitality law, to chat about what planners should consider adding to their contracts in 2024. Outside vendors or exclusive vendors? Smart Meetings sat down with Darryl B. How many comp rooms are available?

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 30, 2024

SJ : It’s been an incredible honor to be leading this team of talented individuals as we prepare for Las Vegas’ first Super Bowl. Las Vegas is truly the sports and entertainment capital of the world, and we hope everyone sees that on Feb. SM: How does it feel to be leading such a huge first-time event in Las Vegas?

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Entertainment Hospitality Vendor Sports 246

Smart Meetings

JUNE 28, 2024

The behind-the-scenes coordination required to deliver a moving spectacle with high entertainment value takes months of preparation. “We Don’t forget, you’ll need similar (and often separate) accommodations for your staff, vendors , volunteers, sponsors, media, security, talent and parade participants.

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Sponsors Production Entertainment Sports 203

Social Tables

MAY 30, 2019

Depending on the size or complexity of your party, you may want to brush up on best practices or party planning articles to prepare yourself. Entertainment rentals. Arrange entertainment. Prepare tip envelopes for party entertainers and staff. For outdoor events, prepare according to the weather forecast.

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ADMEI

OCTOBER 4, 2023

Events of every size require strategic preparation and skilled partners. As the definition explains, they can offer detailed insight into nearly every aspect of your event from planning through execution, along with providing valuable connections to local vendors. Oftentimes, it’s easier to deal with one person vs. twelve.

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Benefits Vendor Destination Management Transportation 153

Endless Events

MARCH 19, 2020

I can’t tell you how many people are like, “Yeah, could we make it sort of as a show floor and people can click on it and go ‘visit’ vendors?” “I think one of the things that bug me the most is when presenters aren’t prepared with good audio”, says Will. Would you do that at an event?”

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Virtual Events Events Speakers Panel 342

Endless Events

MAY 19, 2020

MPI offers an excellent crisis communications course led by our very own #EventIcons host, Alex Plaxen, that will allow you to create and prepare a crisis communication plan, so in the event a crisis strikes you will be ready. . 2020 Virtual Event Trend: Interactive Live Event Entertainment . Onsite Security Improvements .

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Virtual Events Trends Events Communications 334

MeetingsNet

APRIL 23, 2018

What you can learn from other planners’ entertainment mistakes. At MeetingsNet's Las Vegas Corporate Invitational Destination Showcase, held April 11-13, Matthew Gucu, a 25-year-veteran of the entertainment industry, spoke to meeting planners on entertainment for events. Hint: Don’t make the broom closet your green room.

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Entertainment Booking Contracts Contracts 71

Social Tables

APRIL 22, 2019

Here are some other ways this master planning guide can help: You can get on the same page with vendors and caterers well in advance. Add vendor timelines. When gathering vendor timelines, here are a few things you can ask: How long it takes for the caterer to prepare and serve a seated dinner for 500 people.

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Event Planning Vendor Events Sponsors 138

Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 8, 2024

Identify community organizations and establish vendor and supplier relationships. To kick start donation efforts, Caesars Entertainment contributed $20,000 to the cause. The toolkit outlines seven steps: Identify the problem, and develop stakeholder engagement strategy. Develop the key stakeholder working group.

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Trade Show Sustainability Conference Vendor 246

Endless Events

NOVEMBER 15, 2019

MPI offers an excellent crisis communications course led by our very own #EventIcons host, Alex Plaxen, that will allow you to create and prepare a crisis communication plan, so in the event a crisis strikes you will be ready. . 2020 Event Trends: Interactive Live Event Entertainment . Onsite Security Improvements .

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Social Tables

JUNE 22, 2022

Select an impressive special event venue for the gala, book thrilling entertainment, and include a silent auction to drive additional funds. Benefit concerts are an entertaining and enjoyable way to bring the community together in support of a charity or organization. If black tie isn’t your style, that’s okay!

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Social Tables

OCTOBER 5, 2022

We explore creative costume ideas, chilling cocktail recipes, Halloween-inspired entertainment, and so much more. Step 6: Book event vendors, suppliers, and on-site entertainment. After securing your venue, work quickly to confirm event vendors and outsourced party services, such as day-of food or bartending service.

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Social Tables

AUGUST 18, 2022

Discover entertaining resident event ideas people love. Book multiple local food trucks and other mobile vendors for the event, giving residents a variety of cuisines to try. Design a creative, entertaining, and challenging scavenger hunt for residents. Offer food, drinks, entertainment, and incentives to attend.

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Events Preparation Social Media Entertainment 145

Social Tables

FEBRUARY 1, 2017

When you’re on site for an event, you never know what might happen, because despite months and months of meetings, plans and timelines, some unknown thing will inevitably pop up that you didn’t even dream you needed to prepare for. Take it from us, it never hurts to be over-prepared. But could you have? . Click To Tweet. Yes, we can!

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Endless Events

NOVEMBER 29, 2021

As an organizer, implement beacon badges for automated session check-in, and even a scavenger hunt to entertain guests and promote specific points of interest. Grip makes it very easy to show interest in other attendees and participating vendors. Grip is the event platform that makes networking and hosted-buyer conversations easier.

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Endless Events

AUGUST 1, 2018

Not preparing for the restroom situation. There are three critical steps: Rather than selling water at each food vendor, have dedicated water stations. Likewise, carbon emissions are reduced if food vendors don’t have to travel as far to get to your music festival. Limited hydration stations. Inadequate safety and security.

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Event Apps Venue Attendee Sustainability 209

Social Tables

APRIL 22, 2021

To learn how to be best prepared for any mishaps and ensure that your concert is set up for success from the get-go, keep reading! Keep your talent comfortable and help them prepare by creating or outfitting a backstage area. But without the right plan in place, they can also be the most likely to hit some bumps in the road.

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Venue Audience Social Media Insurance 200

Social Tables

JANUARY 12, 2023

Planners work with vendors, suppliers, and venues to coordinate meal service, event staffing, negotiate pricing, and so much more. Pro planners are constantly on the lookout for exciting new event venues, vendor options, potential suppliers, and other resources. A keen eye is required for event planners who want to remain competitive.

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Social Tables

DECEMBER 14, 2023

From venues and vendors to set up and service, we explore all of the winter wonderland theme elements you need to organize an awe-inspiring event. Entertainment — Keep energy levels high with engaging day-of entertainment, like fun contests and interactive activities. Book event vendors early.

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Convene by PCMA

SEPTEMBER 13, 2021

Courtesy Caesars Entertainment). Check in with vendors and suppliers — but keep your expectations realistic. Maggiore stressed that it’s important to ask vendors and suppliers about their plans in terms of health and safety — including if they plan to require proof of vaccination, testing, masking, etc.

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Social Tables

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

Prepare for and market event registration. Kick off the event with high-energy entertainment or a group icebreaker depending on the size of your audience. Allow vendors and brand-related companies to set-up trade show-style booths where they are able to provide informational materials and give event attendees promotional items.

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Social Tables

JUNE 29, 2023

From online community awareness campaigns to out-of-the-box nonprofit event planning ideas, thoughtful preparation can help increase the success of fundraising activities. Provide a budget outline that breaks the total down into specific categories like venue costs, presentation tech, F&B, entertainment, decorations, and security.

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Event Planning Social Media Vendor Advertising 78

Social Tables

OCTOBER 5, 2023

Planning technology These are innovative tools and software designed to assist event planners and organizers in efficiently managing various aspects of event preparation. These resources could include venues, equipment, catering services, entertainment, and more. Vendor Marketplace. Sourcing solutions.

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Event Technology Technology Technology Vendor 88

Smart Meetings

MAY 2, 2022

The 2022 calendar includes a renewed emphasis on lightening the company’s environmental footprint and was greeted enthusiastically by vendors and customers. Pre-Covid, Dreamforce attracted more than 170,000 people and included a major headliner concert, but it was a smaller, hybrid affair in 2021).

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Sustainability Meeting Platform Panel 182

Eventtia

OCTOBER 20, 2022

If you are planning a smaller event (or a simpler virtual-only event), you can have a shorter preparation time. an internal meeting), try to have at least one month of preparation time. For an event with a 6-month preparation time, we can start this second phase around the 4-month mark. What are the goals you’d like to achieve?

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Event Planning Vendor Registration Social Media 62

Social Tables

JULY 13, 2023

While some offer birthday-specific packages, others offer private event room rentals with additional event service options available for purchase, such as catered meal service, personal on-course attendee service, entertainment, and more. Create a customized event planning checklist to help keep you on track and on time.

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Venue Vendor Entertainment Attendee 78

Social Tables

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

What will fundraiser attendees get out of the event: fun, food, entertainment, or recognition? If you are preparing to host your organization’s very first fundraiser, consider sending a survey or event planning questionnaire to your target donors and supporter pool. Are your fundraising event ideas going to appeal to volunteers?

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Organization Social Media Sponsors Vendor 78

Traveler's Q

APRIL 3, 2023

Music and entertainment It is important to know what type of music will be played during your corporate event. Additionally, many smartphones have calendar applications that allow you to schedule calls and meetings with your team members in advance, ensuring everyone is organized and prepared for the event ahead of time.

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Organization Contracts Contracts Automation 130

Social Tables

MAY 16, 2019

Most brides prioritize their attire, but 78% of brides who participated in this wedding survey said that, in hindsight, they would’ve spent both more time and money on entertainment. There are more than 300,000 wedding vendors operating in the United States which means you have plenty of options to choose from! Create a wedding binder.

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Rehearsal Vendor Insurance Venue 83

Social Tables

JUNE 15, 2023

From selecting the right venue to group entertainment ideas, this guide takes you through each step to help you throw the kind of family reunion your relatives deserve. Hire a face painter, caricature artist, or balloon twister for additional entertainment. In this guide, we teach you how to plan a family reunion.

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Vendor Booking Venue Entertainment 78

Social Tables

MARCH 25, 2024

Hosting at the office, a public place, or a special event venue helps with preparation and teardown but limits your planning freedom, like where you can decorate, how boisterous guests can be, and where you can hide the eggs. Do you have to use the venue’s vendors, or can you book your own? Will you have access to outdoor areas?

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Preparation Booking Venue Contracts 78

Social Tables

JULY 27, 2023

We walk you through the entire process, from preparation to follow-up, and show you how an event debrief template can improve the quality of your post-event team meetings. Key event functions discussed during debriefings include: Planning and preparing for the event Event marketing efforts (i.e.,

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Events Registration Preparation Attendee 78

Unique World Global Destinations

JULY 22, 2024

We further break down your budget into categories such as venue, catering, entertainment, transportation, and marketing and completely manage the event at our end. They can handle logistics, source local vendors, and provide creative ideas to enhance your event. Set a Budget Establishing a budget is crucial.

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