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A Planner’s Guide to Event Vendors 

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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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10 Questions to Ask Equipment Rental Vendors Before an Event

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Since a large percentage of equipment used for events is rented, it’s important to ask your equipment rental vendor the right questions to ensure your rental goes smoothly and the equipment performs according to expectations. Start by asking these 10 questions long before you’ve agreed to work with an equipment rental vendors.

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How Meeting Profs Can Find the Right Event Tech

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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. Nguyen suggested asking vendors what exactly is included in the total price tag.

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Get to Know ME with Lindsey Jarson

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She’s holding down the accounting fort at our Traverse City location, but her role extends to any supplier that needs to be paid. It’s rewarding to ensure accurate financial data and make sure our vendors get paid on time! Meet Lindsey Jarson, our Get to Know ME spotlight this month! Lindsey joined us in 2023.

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Hiring an Event Caterer: 10 Things to Look For When Choosing A Vendor

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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. Location, Location, Location. Location is crucial. Consider the location (and the distance) they will come from to cater your event. Consider your personal needs and event size.

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Exclusive Guest Column: How to Transform Events with Local Culture

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I recommend that planners start by talking to their venue and other vendors about what they feel is the best way to highlight the destination. Their experience and expert knowledge of the location will be vital in planning a seamless, mindful, and unforgettable cultural immersion experience for attendees.

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Exclusive Guest Column: How to Transform Events with Local Culture

Smart Meetings

I recommend that planners start by talking to their venue and other vendors about what they feel is the best way to highlight the destination. Their experience and expert knowledge of the location will be vital in planning a seamless, mindful, and unforgettable cultural immersion experience for attendees.

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