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Getting familiar with a group's schedule while they are "in-house" allows event planners to develop an operational rhythm during the group's stay. That being said, each group brings on new and different challenges each week for aspiring event planners. Go Hospitality Dawgs!

If you’ve ever run a VIP hospitality program, you’ll know that only one thing matters – making your guests feel special 🥰 However, if you’re dealing with lots of VIPs at once, the logistics and considerations of creating unique and personalized experiences for everyone can be complicated! We’ve got you covered. We’ve just updated our guide to managing VIP hospitality programs, ready for 2024. Discover the features and functionality that will help your VIPs and other special guests have a memorable experience at your next event. Learn more >> https://lnkd.in/g6dRQmy3 #eventplanning #eventmanagement #vipmanagement

Day 20: Hotel Concessions To Increase Your Event Value (Part 2) This is day two of discussing Hotel Concessions To Increase Your Event Value From complimentary room blocks and waived room rental fees to discounted catering and upgraded rooms for VIPs, a savvy event planner will inquire about every opportunity to add value and save money. Being strategic with negotiations can help stretch your event budget for an exceptional experience.

Setting the Scene for Experiential Events: The New Frontier for Hospitality https://buff.ly/3zMwmcb #eventmanager #eventindustry #hospitalityindustry #restaurantindustry #restaurantrevenue #increasedrevenue

What are some effective ways to connect with corporate event planners and convince them to choose our hotel for their next group event? Here are a few things I've been considering: Highlighting our meeting facilities and catering services. Offering special corporate rates and packages. Partnering with local businesses to create unique group experiences. I'd love to hear your thoughts and suggestions! What are some pain points that corporate event planners typically face when choosing a hotel? What kind of incentives or offerings would make your job easier? Have you had any success with specific outreach strategies in the past? Any advice you can share would be greatly appreciated! #hospitality #corporateevents #groupbookings #hoteliers

3 weeks from initial enquiry to managed event - who said it’s not possible?!? 🤩👏🏼 One of our long standing clients had a last minute change of requirements and decided to run their event in person rather than online…. 3 weeks out from their event date 📆😱 Typically the venue finding and event management process can take anywhere from a couple of months to the best part of a year depending on the client’s lead time and urgency! However in this instance we had to source a venue, book the venue (for 120 guests with accommodation!), find suppliers and organise all the finer logistics in the space of 3 weeks! Keep in mind that most venues require final numbers, dietary requirements and rooming lists 2 weeks out from an event 👀 We were so pleased to be able to make our client’s event possible, even with the short lead time! We are nothing is not efficient at Hippo 🦛💪🏼 & feeling as pleased as the hippo in this picture 🤪 #events #eventsprofs #venuefind #eventmanagement #hotels

I just returned from the annual IPEC (Independent Planner Educational Conference) hosted by NorthStar – and I am ANGRY!   Why? Because I met one of the most respected heads of a very well-known hotel sourcing company who confirmed exactly what I’ve been telling my clients. Here is what he said:   ·       “I do not negotiated rates on behalf of our clients”   ·       “I do not work for the client – I work for the hotels”   ·       “I do not take phone calls or answer emails”   ·       “Everything from the clients needs to the hotel responses must go thru the app”   ·       “I do not accept proposals from any properties outside of the app”   ·       “I do not do research for the best venue on behalf of my clients – I depend on the properties that reply via the app”   He also doesn’t do a bunch of other things - like make sure the contract with the venue reflects the proposals. Helps with planning the event. Help with a/v or F&B. He basically lets a computer do all his work because he is “too busy” to deal with all the details or represent the best interests of his clients. He says his “system” makes it easy for both the client & the venues & thus they are paying for “convenience.”   If he was your planner, wouldn’t you be angry too?   With SmallConferences.com you are NEVER a 2nd rate client. You always come FIRST. We make sure YOU get the very best deal & negotiate on your behalf. We work for YOU not the venue. Please take 1 min to learn more: https://lnkd.in/eNMkmD7P   #gatherings #events #event #partyplanner #eventplanning #party #birthday #eventdesign #weddings #eventmanagement #birthdayparty #eventorganizer #weddinginspiration #corporateevents #weddingplanning #meetings #meetingplanner #restaurants #restaurantbusiness #hotels #hotelsales

What keeps a hotel operations director up at night? LINES. When over 100,000 attendees descend on a city for a convention, it means huge benefits for local hotels as they sell out 100% of their rooms. But it can also mean a guest-experience nightmare when guests have to stand in line for an hour just to check in. Technology can solve this problem, and Virdee can help. - Eliminate long check-in lines - Provide a better guest experience - Alleviate staffing pressures Guest totals for three of the biggest conferences: Comic-Con International (San Diego) - 135,000 CES (Las Vegas) - 117,000 Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) (Las Vegas) - 160,000 . . #hospitalitytechnology #digitalcheckin #guestexperience #hospitality

A BEO (Banquet Event Order) is the detailed plan assembled by the venue's catering and events team that covers menu, setup, timing—making sure everyone is aware of all the details needed for a successful event. 📋✨ Follow us to learn more about event specific terms! [friday facts, BEO, banquet event order, events, event terms, event agency, corporate retreats, planners, event profs, LOMA glossary]

“Before EventPipe, contracting was a nightmare. It’s now simple and professional. I love the booking platform because it professionalizes my business and offers a service to event participants. I love that attendees can filter hotels based on their needs.” - Paula Gravatt, Owner, JPG Travel Solutions, Hotel Management for Sporting Events Check out the case study below to learn how JPG Travel leveled up their event housing management with EventPipe. 👇 https://hubs.la/Q02gWsHx0