Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

In fact, if approached with thoughtfulness and preparation, those interactions could lead to the meeting professionals taking a rightful place as strategic advisors. Those conversations don’t have to be adversarial, however. By the Numbers. Jeff Calmus. His advice: “Give the whole picture rather than bringing decisions to a manager piecemeal.

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Insurance Medical Meetings Contracts Contracts 245

Smart Meetings

MARCH 23, 2022

In addition to brainstorming what post-pandemic proposals should include and what elements of the event and its preparation should be emphasized, both leaders zeroed in on the power of partnerships amid conversations over RFPs. For the full discussion on developing better RFPs, listen on-demand. An Appetite for True Partnership.

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Proposal Tourism Tourism Regulations 264

Endless Events

AUGUST 24, 2020

Matthew is the Managing Director and co-founder of Your Stand Builder , an award-winning company that “revolutionizes the way companies all around the world prepare for their exhibitions” So who better than him to teach us how to create amazing exhibitor experiences for virtual and hybrid events? Press play and join the chat!

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Trade Show Virtual Events Events Proposal 320

Smart Meetings

APRIL 18, 2024

Stephanie Turner Jamie Murdock, executive sales leadership culture creator with Maritz , tried to get to the bottom of the confusion over the broken Request for Proposals (RFP) process by asking what has changed about RFPs. That way everybody can be prepared. Kirsten Olean with CFF agreed. That builds trust.”

Planner 243

Planner Incentives Proposal Education 243

Smart Meetings

JULY 12, 2023

Read More : Top 3 DMC Trends as Tracked by an AI Proposal Platform Dubber’s ultimate focus is on the important moments in meetings while filtering out the nitty-gritty. “I McCowan refers to “meeting cycles” where there is preparation, an agenda, and a format. “AI

Meeting 245

Meeting Proposal Technology Technology 245

Traveler's Q

JUNE 29, 2023

This would be so that they can come prepared and avoid any potential legal issues. Remember, forewarned is forearmed, and a little preparation can go a long way in keeping your guests secure. Remember, being prepared for the worst can save you from a potentially disastrous outcome. Be respectful of the local customs.

Destination Management 246

Destination Management Management Travel Agent Transportation 246

Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

She will also be in charge of managing accounts, preparing and presenting proposals and generating business. Sierra Coronell Sierra Coronell As group sales manager at Hyatt Centric Downtown Denver , Coronell will be responsible for selling guest rooms, meeting space and other Hyatt services to customer groups.

Hospitality 246

Hospitality Proposal Management Banking 246

Smart Meetings

AUGUST 11, 2023

Approaching Planning Differently With all this, CWT presents buying strategies heading into 2024 that may help planners prepare for increased business travel prices. Aggregate travel spend to increase the value of regular contract proposals. Shift to long-term planning. Consolidate and compromise.

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Travel Travel Transportation Airlines 246

Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 4, 2024

Most recently, she served as director of sales and business development at Monarch Casino Resort Spa, and at Hyatt Centric Downtown Denver, she will manage accounts, prepare presentations and proposals, service client needs, maintain synergy with other hotel departments and support the sales team to meet group and business sales goals.

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Hospitality Promotion Proposal Marketing 246

Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 9, 2021

Up until 2019, your live event audiovisual Request for Proposal (RFP) was straightforward. PROS : Should another variant hit, you are prepared with a full team, logistics and platform to pivot to a 100 percent virtual event. In 2020, that theory went out the window and you learned how to write a virtual meeting AV RFP.

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Registration Online Platform Virtual Events 264

Endless Events

JUNE 8, 2018

From there, you can create a plan that includes creating the proposal, selling your company and event, and report relevant data back to the sponsors post-event. It can be a way to foster further engagement and to prepare for the next event. This is also your chance to build a lasting relationship that could carry over to future events.

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Sponsors Event Planning Marketing Marketing 271

ADMEI

SEPTEMBER 2, 2024

It provides content for social media campaigns, talking points for sales pitches, andcredibility boosters for proposals. The Ripple Effect of Recognition Moreover, the act of preparing an award submission can be a unifying experience for your team. Winning an ADMEI isn't the end—it's the beginning of a powerful marketing narrative.

Marketing 216

Marketing Marketing Destination Management Social Media 216

Traveler's Q

MARCH 2, 2023

Working with a corporate event management company Write a very detailed RFP (request for proposal) What even is an RFP? Allude to one that they could download from us (speak with Adrianne about that, though, first) Send and evaluate proposals Use a venue-sourcing tool Our competitor recommended: ask Adrianne about her thoughts on this.

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Smart Meetings

JULY 15, 2024

That is why we cornered Cvent Senior Vice President of Sales Brian Ludwig at Cvent Connect in San Antonio to ask what he saw as the future of event technology—and what meeting profs can do now to prepare for it. But I’m going to propose these five events, and here’s the ROI that I believe it can deliver.’

Trends 173

Trends Event Technology Proposal Technology 173

Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Wilm assured the audience that many of the initial preparations made over the 16 months it took to make F1 happen—which resulted in severe traffic delays (two out of three families were impacted, based on survey results)—no longer need to be made.

Sports 246

Sports Proposal Hospitality Sponsors 246

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. Prepare tip envelopes for party entertainers and staff. For outdoor events, prepare according to the weather forecast. Click To Tweet Next, you’ll want to draft your plan of attack.

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Venue Entertainment Preparation Event Planning 199

Social Tables

FEBRUARY 10, 2021

One of the great things about throwing a virtual birthday party is that it’s pretty easy to put together and doesn’t require the level of planning and preparation of an in-person event. Make sure to tell everyone when and how to dial in and how to prepare. Do some pre-planning planning. No need to get fancy here. Pick a theme.

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Preparation Event Planning Platform Planner 174

Endless Events

JUNE 29, 2022

Then, you are handed over to a sales person and account executive who will build your proposal.” Please, be prepared for that.” . “When you’re first calling a company or submitting a request on a website, you’re getting contacted by a sales development representative.

Event Technology 194

Event Technology Technology Technology Events 194

Convene by PCMA

OCTOBER 24, 2022

The proposed space expansion and enhancements will provide greater options and flexibility for event planners,” says Destination Cleveland President and CEO David Gilbert. Prepare to be blown away by all Cleveland has to offer! For more information on booking an event in Cleveland, go to their website.

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Proposal Booking Sports Website 98

The MICE Blog

NOVEMBER 7, 2021

Negotiating, preparing the proposal and closing the deal build adrenaline and propel the company forward. Set goals for the next catch-up meeting and determine what preparation is expected from employees. Whether we like it or not, we are all in sales, and this event reminds me why I love sales so much.

Networking 173

Networking Training Audience Trends 173

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. Learn how to plan a concert in 10 simple steps: 1. Establish goals. Create a comfortable environment.

Venue 200

Venue Audience Social Media Insurance 200

Memory Makers

APRIL 19, 2017

When I receive a general RFP I need to decide whether I have the time to find out what is needed and do the research to provide a detailed, comprehensive proposal. A poorly prepared RFP can be a sign of a poorly organized planner or planning committee, making the event planner's work more difficult. Often I choose not to respond.

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Proposal Government Planner Speakers 40

Conferences that Work

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Consequently the authors propose a new model: locally grouped unconferences , that prioritize informal connections and participant-driven content over formal presentations, challenging the hierarchical structure of conventional conferences. A right-sized event allows for meaningful networking without overwhelming attendees.

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Conference Proposal Panel Promotion 113

Traveler's Q

APRIL 4, 2024

Preparing for the AI Revolution in Event Planning To stay competitive and future-ready, corporations need to harness the power of AI. Submit a proposal to Traveler’s Q, and let’s collaboratively shape the future of event experiences. Ready to harness the potential of cutting-edge event technology? Share your vision with us.

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Management Logistics Automation Networking 130

Endless Events

AUGUST 30, 2018

If you have a blueprint and are prepared, you’re already in the top 30% of event professionals.”. Hotel reps expect you to come back with a counter-proposal. Negotiating a hotel block is a long process, so be prepared and start early. Terry recommends creating a detailed flow chart with everything about your event.

Contracts 189

Contracts Contracts Booking Online 189

Social Tables

APRIL 13, 2021

The same thing goes for stoves and other heating sources: Preparing simple dishes ahead of time or opting for room-temperature dishes may be the best bet. If there won’t be any refrigerator access, choose simple foods that can be out for the duration of the event. Get the right permits.

Events 200

Events Vendor Event Planning Logistics 200

DCI

JUNE 10, 2022

Since then, our DCI team has been testing out GA4 and meeting with Google to prepare ourselves to help clients successfully migrate their data. . If you’re interested in receiving a proposal from DCI to manage this transition, please let us know. The post Google’s Universal Analytics Will Be Obsolete by Next Year.

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Proposal Tourism Tourism Website 92

MeetingsNet

JANUARY 5, 2023

Any attendee who wants to propose a session topic writes it on a sticky pad and gets in the line to explain the idea to the entire audience. With attendees allowed one to two minutes to explain their topic, they can either outline an idea they came on site prepared to discuss or offer a topic that struck them once they arrived.

Conference 96

Conference Proposal Attendee Audience 96

Traveler's Q

JUNE 29, 2023

It’s also a good idea to inform your attendees of any legal information about the location beforehand, so they can come prepared and avoid any potential legal issues. Remember, forewarned is forearmed, and a little preparation can go a long way in keeping your guests secure.

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Culture Management Travel Agent Destination Management 130

MeetingsNet

APRIL 4, 2024

Send it along to your outside audiovisual company and let them red-line it and change some of the proposed terms to make them more favorable for you. Find out what those minimums are before signing and prepare to negotiate them, or they might be too onerous for your outside vendor to meet. • They deal with these things all the time.”

Contracts 98

Contracts Contracts Venue Vendor 98

Conferences that Work

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

An event that: Asks potential presenters to submit pre-event proposals for sessions isn’t an unconference. 4—Non-existent or insufficient pre-unconference attendee preparation Unconferences are fundamentally different from broadcast-style meetings. For an unconference to be successful, attendees need pre-event preparation.

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Preparation Venue Conference Proposal 112

Endless Events

SEPTEMBER 12, 2018

Finally, you should book early to ensure your AV company has plenty of time to prepare a successful event, thus avoiding any rush fees. Above all, remember this key point that Brandt Krueger proposed in Event Icons Episode 44 that “Anything before the contract is negotiation. Anything after the contract is begging.”. you need to see.

Contracts 204

Contracts Contracts Vendor Events 204

Eventtia

MAY 27, 2024

By the end of this guide, you’d have learned about: How to define sponsorship criteria for your event How to identify ideal sponsors for your event How to research target companies and identify how your event can provide value to them How to convince target sponsors to sponsor your event with an effective proposal And more.

Proposal 62

Proposal Sponsors Social Media Prospect 62

Social Tables

JUNE 12, 2024

Contact nearby hotels for room block quotes and rate proposals. Load event details from an existing request for proposal (RFP) or create a new event and peruse through a curated list of trusted event vendors. You may need secure lodging for out-of-town events or events with non-resident guests. Transportation vendors.

Vendor 158

Vendor Contracts Contracts Events 158

Traveler's Q

JULY 13, 2023

It’s time to prepare yourselves as the wedding RSVP process can be more daunting than you might expect. With a little foresight and planning, you can make sure your guests feel valued and prepared to celebrate your special day with you. However, being prepared ahead of time can make the process smoother.

Management 130

Management Preparation Online Proposal 130

Traveler's Q

JULY 20, 2023

Weddings are special events that require many preparations and efforts to make them perfect. After all, the arrangements and preparations for your big day have likely been set in stone for weeks or even months. These situations can cause a lot of stress and anxiety for the bride and groom, as well as their families and friends.

Logistics 100

Logistics Management Preparation Proposal 100

Convene by PCMA

AUGUST 16, 2023

For the engagement RFP, the bidding destination would propose a project that would further ESTRO’s mission — to create better outcomes for cancer patients through radiotherapy — in its community. And in Spain, what ESTRO identified is that there was a lack of information about this kind of therapy.

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Proposal Site Selection Social Media Conference 96