Motivation Excellence

DECEMBER 10, 2019

But what about vendors? Problems with a vendor can disrupt even the most well-structured of businesses, and that kind of disruption stresses your employees and often spells disaster for your clients. To avoid this particular domino effect, you need to manage your vendors well. A Vendor Management Definition.

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Endless Events

MAY 28, 2021

As easy as it is to get swept up in the joy of it all, managing attendee expectations is crucial to ensure a smooth transition back into live experiences. But what do we mean when we say “manage expectations”? Vendors and partners are on your side. The Role Of Hybrid In The Return To Live Events.

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Bizzaboo

JANUARY 6, 2025

Whether you’re a seasoned event professional or embarking on your first conference planning venture , mastering the art of conference management is paramount to creating impactful and memorable experiences. Understanding the Dynamics of Conference Management What is Conference Management?

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Social Tables

JUNE 12, 2024

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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Endless Events

FEBRUARY 24, 2020

Today we’re talking about the difference between an event production company and AV company. Because as someone who operates in the events industry, it’s key that you’re up to date with things like event production and AV. Event Production Company And AV Company: Breaking It Down.

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ADMEI

JANUARY 8, 2025

DMCs – The Unsung Heroes of Local Economies 09 January 2025 In the bustling world of tourism and events, there's a remarkable force silently shaping the economic landscapes of destinations worldwide: Destination Management Companies (DMCs). However, the impact of DMCs on local economies is both profound and far-reaching.

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Endless Events

DECEMBER 16, 2021

It turns out that it’s the most productive season for most of them! But while some reached peak productivity in October, others are putting lots of hours in in December. Today’s Topic: Productive Season! Instead of using the word busy, let’s use the word productive. Will introduces today’s topic.

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ADMEI

DECEMBER 23, 2024

Enter the Event Architectwho, in fact, is the Destination Management Company (DMC)the designer, builder, and executor of unforgettable experiences. Like an architect coordinating with contractors and engineers, the DMC sources vendors, manages budgets, and ensures that all moving parts come together smoothly and effectively.

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Endless Events

JULY 14, 2022

The event management industry lacks robust software designed for the unique needs of the event management industry. In today’s episode, Will and Brant talk about the event management industry’s unique client base and where event management software fails to meet client needs. ” Budgeting.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 2, 2018

An increasing emphasis is being placed on the back-end software and management tools that allow planners to make the most of their time and money. But recent years have seen an increasing number of event management applications, culminating in six of 2018’s nine finalists specializing in behind the scenes management or booking.

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Endless Events

JUNE 21, 2018

And with tech playing a larger role in event planning and production, not only do we need to be on top of physical threats, but cybersecurity concerns as well. Have a risk management plan in place for each event. We’ll talk about how to ensure you’re using the right vendors for this shortly. A review of the basics.

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Motivation Excellence

MARCH 28, 2025

As with any sales incentive, it needs to be managed in just the right way so that participants are engaged and rewarded, and our clients are secure in their budget and goal attainment. But, with us as your partner, your team and participants only see the shiny, fun exterior because we put in all the sweat equity behind the scenes.

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Endless Events

MAY 20, 2022

While it is impossible to give event planners a generalized estimate of the budget for hybrid events, we can break it down into bite-sized items that’ll make the budgeting process much more manageable. The best way to get an estimate is to start calling vendors and building your event RFP. AV & Production. Event Staff.

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Endless Events

JUNE 13, 2022

The Van Buren team can also help with event production. The venue can host up to 150 guests seated and 250 guests standing and lends itself to various types of events: product launches, conferences, company parties, networking events, and team-building events. The rental costs start at $15,000. They also allow outside catering.

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Endless Events

MAY 22, 2018

As an event prof managing client expectations should always be top of mind. Managing client expectations helps both you and your client have clarity working together. In this weeks episode of #EventIcons our iconic guestJeff Frank of Event Producer will talk to us all about how to manage client expectations. This is all for you!

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 27, 2022

in the still shiny space to learn about new equipment, techniques and trends from more than 1,100 vendors. Vendors said they were just happy they could be there. The Concrete Industry Management (CIM) program returned to holding its Silent & Live Auctions, generating an all-time record of more than $1.74

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Endless Events

APRIL 9, 2021

While many will be mindful of basics like marketing and project management, few will know that they have to consider costs involving equipment, labor, and studios. The latter in particular can be either a big cost-saver or spender when you factor in studio time and pre/post-production needs. The earlier you start planning, the better.

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Endless Events

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Knowing what is a priority will help you manage your time better and keep you from feeling overwhelmed. We recommend planning your virtual event at least 12 weeks out – especially if you don’t have production partners you can lean on who know what your vision is all about and can jump right into the planning process.

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Endless Events

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

More events with more events mean more food, room blocks, entertainment, production equipment, and travel – and those all cost extra money. Higher Event Production Costs & Standards. Event production costs, too, have increased since the pandemic. The Rise of Energy Costs . The Prices of Raw Materials.

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Endless Events

MAY 31, 2022

And not for the better: event planners are finding it increasingly hard to hire reliable and experienced vendors at a reasonable price. “You need somebody who not only knows the specific product features but also understands the events industry. ” Advice For Event Planners: Invest In Pre-Production.

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 2, 2023

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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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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Smart Meetings

MAY 31, 2022

What : New product being built into eventScribe allows event organizers to scan attendee badges on existing Android or iOS to capture and analyze information quickly. How it impacts you: Automated back-end processes allow you to better manage speakers, sponsors, staff and meetings. Cvent: New Vendor Marketplace.

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 15, 2022

When more than 2,000 meeting professionals gather in person in Las Vegas and 10,000 register to stream Cvent Connect to both learn about new products and experience the platform for themselves. An Enhanced Event Marketing and Management Heart. When is a user conference more than an outsized demo?

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 20, 2024

With an event production career that spans over 26 years, Frankel was a perfect choice as speaker to educate our audience on the fine details of AV contracting. Ideally, there would also be an A2, stage manager and graphics op. When pre-planning, buyers often have the option of in-house or outside AV.

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 15, 2024

At the annual user conference Cvent Connect for a record 4,000 attendees in San Antonio this week, the event technology company which was purchased by Blackstone last year announced new products and acquisitions designed to better meet the needs of meeting professionals, whether planning simple events or complex hybrid affairs.

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 13, 2022

GBT partnered with CULTIQUE for its strategic cultural advisement as the global travel management organization (TMO) guides the morphing industry into becoming a “transformational tool.” The role of the travel manager has expanded, and with it, the role of the planner. Travel doesn’t have to be a highly structured production.

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Endless Events

JUNE 10, 2022

The final step in the event management process is a follow-up meeting after the event to discuss the event’s overall ROI, attendee and sponsor feedback, and make the necessary readjustments to the overarching event strategy. It’s worthwhile to take note of these deals as well so you can use these vendors next time.

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

It can also be effectively used by meeting and event teams of all sized to deliver better end products. A properly implemented procurement process directly impacts the bottom line, operational efficiency and the quality of products or services. Step 4: Site Tour and Evaluation Thoroughness and attention to detail are key.

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Smart Meetings

JULY 14, 2022

Their staff and vendors were stretched thin by companies eager to return to events. Though TSEC quickly opened an in-house production studio to host virtual events, many companies laid off their internal planning teams. While most of their staff were at nSight, they managed to juggle multiple projects. Pulling Off nSight.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 27, 2021

“CES is the world’s largest innovation event, and we have thousands of people coming from around the world to see and show products that will make life better.”. This is a tech conference, after all—participants know how to manage virtual events. Health and Safety. Hybrid meeting programs offer a silver lining.

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Endless Events

APRIL 8, 2021

What even goes into budgeting for an event and how can we know for sure that we can trust a certain event production company? They approach the matter from the perspectives of both the event planners as well as the production companies. ” Dustin wonders where the hesitance around sharing the budget comes from.

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Endless Events

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

Event planners and event managers have all been through a steep learning curve to master the art of creating successful event experiences. From managing event timelines to event budgeting, event profs have a lot on their plates. Most hotels with in-house AV will require you to use them or pay a fee for bringing in an outside vendor.

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Endless Events

NOVEMBER 29, 2021

However, it does not focus on event management tools, registration , streaming software, or your average webinar platforms. A note to planners : Not the solution currently meant to manage onsite elements for your event, but offers the unique opportunity to incorporate Topia onsite at your event to connect the virtual audience. .

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Endless Events

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

The first thing you should consider doing in terms of an internal team is project management. And I say project management because a technical project manager knows enough technology to be able to work with your vendors in a smart way. That robbed us up to six production days.

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Social Tables

DECEMBER 14, 2018

Planning a conference, planning an event for a huge crowd, an event where you are supposed to present your company, products, services, etc. In order to reduce the chances of that happening to you, take a look at some tips and tricks that will help you deal with stress better and boost your productivity. That isn’t easy.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

Shannon Copeland The seamless coordination of countless logistics required to produce a productive and enjoyable meeting or event is a Herculean task. Who are your vendors, and would they be self-sufficient in preparing for a weather event, or would they need emergency guidance?

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