Budgeting & Cost Savings

How to Plan a Hybrid Meeting

A step-by-step guide to the sometimes scary world of virtual meetings. [...] Read more

Negotiations: Convention Center Contracts

Know what you want before you begin the negotiating process and stick to it. [...] Read more

Lighting: Impact on a Budget

To fully create a look and a feel—or the mood—nothing works better than the stage lighting. [...] Read more

Risky Questions: Deciding on Event Insurance

How much risk are you willing to accept for your association, organization or company? [...] Read more

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Monica Compton discusses “meeting planner perks” and how to use them. [...] Read more

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Union regulations vary from city to city, but understanding a venue’s guidelines will allow you to budget and reduce your organization’s liability to union grievances. [...] Read more

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In the economic climate of the few years, measuring a return on investment has moved to the forefront every planner’s must-do list. [...] Read more

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Save time and money the next time you contact a supplier about promotional products by having all the details in order. [...] Read more

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We’re fresh out of a tumultuous 12 months. While economists, politicians and the more optimistic among the pundits are feeling the New Year’s spirit and cautiously sending out cheerier predictions, no one expects 2010 to ring in a real turnaround. [...] Read more

Many planners do not fully realize, nor adequately utilize, the services a CVB offers, many of which are free of charge. For planners who do not have adequate internal staff to assist with their meeting, or for non-profit or volunteer events that do not have full-time planning support, CVBs can become an extension of your team, saving you time and money. [...] Read more