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How to Build a Risk Assessment Checklist

Smart Meetings

The definition of “risk” has grown beyond the traditional definitions of financial, operational, reputational and security issues meeting professionals checked off their list as they prepared to bring people together in days of old. That is a lot to consider: create what-if scenarios for and rehearse responses to “just in case.”.

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17 Common Event Planning Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

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Neglecting to test your technology Any event that includes digital presentations, sound, or lighting cues should be rehearsed prior to the big day. Whether hosting a live, virtual, or hybrid event, rehearsing is an important part of the planning process, especially when digital technology or media are involved.

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Sunshine After Flames: Napa and Sonoma Stand Strong One Year After Massive Fires

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According to Visit Santa Rosa, both properties remain in the midst of insurance negotiations, so it is yet to be determined if they will rebuild. Meeting organizers are responsible for keeping attendees safe, so an emergency contingency plan needs to be well thought out and rehearsed. Helena, prepared meals for first responders.

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How Extreme Weather Is Impacting Events

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All of the organizers who were interviewed had emergency response procedures in place that enabled them to react to weather incidents, and several said the pandemic had helped them to be better prepared. Only one of the 19 interviewees had insurance that covered losses, McKinley said.

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The Most Efficient Wedding Planning Checklist

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Purchase engagement ring insurance. The best jewelry insurance is one that can be bundled with your home insurance or a specialized engagement ring insurance that covers all risks (like floods and mysterious disappearances). Consider wedding insurance. Book your rehearsal and rehearsal-dinner venues.

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The Ultimate Event Planning Checklist: 7 Phases to Create a Winning Event

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For example, if you’re launching a grand opening of a flagship store in a major city, expecting a footfall of over 1,000 customers, it’s wise to start preparations at least four months ahead. For smaller events, such as a masterclass on how to use the product, 1-2 months of preparation might be enough. Ensure adequate insurance.

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Hybrid Event Management in 2022

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Rehearse and test the content over and over again. Rehearsals are essential for hybrid events since both the live and especially virtual aspects of the events are prone to many potential issues, especially technical glitches. Rehearse and test your event’s content thoroughly, both physically and virtually.