How planners can manage the “easy button” at events
Listen to Audio Working with an agency can reduce costs and save time In many cases, planners have limited resources at hand. This often means looking to third-party agencies and independent planners to achieve their goals and put on a great event. Smart Meetings spoke with Michelle Crosby, CMP, CITP, account manager at Bright Spot Incentives and Events, and Yvette Campbell, CMP, conference broker at Meetings Made Easy, about how planners can find third-party agencies and independent planners that fit their needs and integrate resources into their organizations. To watch the full webinar, click here. Read more: Practical budgeting tips for post-pandemic event planners Cooperation with third-party organizations Many third parties only provide sourcing, meaning they find the destination, while others assist with the procurement as well as contract negotiations. Third-party legwork includes registration, promotional items, air manifests, airline reservations, transportation, food and beverage, audio-visual production, information gathering, speaker note collection, agendas, and on-site logistics. “[After that, the third party]completely…
Mohegan Sun’s Great DealsCopy
Three Reasons to Choose Mohegan Sun yes In times of rising costs, this is a smart choice Meetings, conferences and exhibitions With 275,000 square feet of indoor meeting space, Mohegan Sun has the venues and amenities to ensure your next event is a success. With two distinct conference centers offering traditional conference ballroom space, a 125,000 square foot column-free exhibit hall, 35 breakout rooms and state-of-the-art meeting rooms, two outdoor terraces, private dining experiences, professional event services and luxurious hotel rooms, our venue options can be combined to create an unforgettable experience for your group. 1. Value Orientation We recognize the challenges planners face in hosting an amazing event on a budget. Consider the following, for a mid-week event, the base room rate is under $250. When it comes to food and beverage, a gallon of coffee costs $54. Meals range from breakfast: continental breakfast - $19, buffet or plate breakfast - $32, lunch: buffet $35, plate breakfast $37, dinner:…
Labor Day Focus: Growing Demand for Specialization
Listen to Audio How the gig economy is impacting the events industry In celebration of Labor Day, Smart Meetings caught up with Tracy Judge, founder and CEO of Soundings, to get the latest on current trends emerging in the gig economy for freelance meeting planners. Tracy Judge, CEO and Founder, Soundings Smart Meeting What is the gig trend like for freelance meeting planners? Tracy Judge There is an increasing demand for freelance meeting planners, especially those with specialized skills. There has been a clear shift in the market towards hiring for senior-level positions that require specific vertical experience and technical expertise. This includes positions such as event technology specialists, event registration specialists, meeting and event planners, event marketers, and marketing specialists. There is a clear trend towards hiring local staff for both international and destination country events, driven by concerns for sustainability, cost-effectiveness and a focus on supporting local communities and preserving culture. Additionally, the freelance market is evolving in…
Impact Design | Smart Meeting
Listen to Audio How to increase engagement without increasing costs One of the biggest challenges planners face today is how to maximize attendee engagement while maintaining an exceptional experience on budget. To better understand how this is accomplished, Smart Meetings spoke with Devon Montgomery Pasha, CMP, CED, Director of North America at Event Design Collective. To watch the full webinar, click here. Aesthetic design and experimental design When planners first think of the word “design” in the context of an event, they might think of aesthetic design, such as layout, florals, and lighting. However, at Design Collective, Pasha focuses on experiential design. Pasha gives an example: If someone asked you to cross the street to build a building, would you ask questions or would you continue with your building task? You will most likely want more details and information before moving on to the next step. "It's not just about going from problem to solution. It's about stopping to understand…
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