Negotiating & Contracts

The CEO of M-Plus Global Events joins the educational lineup for the Catersource + The Special Event show in March, where he’ll discuss a topic that many planners might not enjoy but need to know: negotiating AV and internet services.

Recent industry data finds a sizable increase in convention-center bookings for 2023, which should offset reduced transient business travel and keep urban hotel rates frothy.

When one association learned that several vendors had raised their prices just weeks ahead of its conference, the planning team quickly reshaped some event elements to stay on budget.

What does your hotel contract say about surcharges and fees? If they’re not covered, your event isn’t protected.

Whether you’re booking airport shuttles or buses for off-site events, it’s tough to put the brakes on rising costs.

As the cost of AV and event technologies continues to rise, planners need to get smarter about what the really need and how to get it at a fair price.

F&B prices are through the roof, but with some careful and strategic planning you can stay on budget and still delight attendees.