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Topic: Budgeting
Choosing the Right Site for Your EventSite selection can make or break an event. Here are some tips and guidelines to keep in mind. First Steps in Planning an EventHere's a checklist to help you budget and plan your next event. How Entertainment Companies Bill Their ClientsHere's a breakdown of what you can expect to see on your bill for entertainment. How to Issue an Event RFPEvent RFPs have to be structured differently from those for other marketing disciplines. Here are some points to keep in mind. Inspecting Venues to Find the Right SiteHere are some tips on inspecting and choosing a site, looking for creative opportunities, and negotiating costs. The Evolution of Procurement In Event MarketingEvent planners have to learn to work with procurement teams, RFPs, and closely scrutinized budgets. The New Way to Work With Fairs And FestivalsWith costs rising, planners have to look carefully at what their objectives are for fairs and festivals. Tips to Determine an Event's Money MetricsHere's some advice on how to calculate the costs associated with an event in order to determine your breakeven point. Using Resorts for Events and Meetings - February 2008If you’re searching for a venue that combines meeting facilities, food and beverage service, team-building resources, plus relaxation and recreational options all in one place, resorts are a good bet. Following are tips on choosing the perfect site and suggestions for planning your event at a resort property. Using Resorts for Meetings and EventsResorts are custom made for offsite meetings and events. Here are some inspection and planning tips to ensure that you get all that you need. Working with Food and Beverage SuppliersFood and beverage service can make or break a meeting or event. Here are some tips on dealing with caterers and other suppliers to get the best value for your budget. Working With VenuesHere are some suggestions on what to look for during site inspections, questions to ask, how to think creatively about using the space, and the fine points of negotiating. Working With Venues - May 2008Choosing the right site for an event is one of the most important decisions meeting and event planners make on a regular basis. While it’s tempting to rely on tried-and-true venues that have worked well for previous events, planners often opt for new locations. In fact, an Agenda survey found that 83% of planners are looking for new venues for their events this year. Following are suggestions on what to consider when choosing a location, making the most of site inspections, thinking creatively about using the space, rental costs and the fine points of negotiating the price. Yacht Events - April 2008Now that warm weather is on its way, planners are starting to rethink their venue options. One enticing way to go is to hold a meeting or special event on the water. Yachts certainly are fun venues for leisurely cocktail soirées, networking gatherings, and dinner/dance cruises, but consider them for other functions too. After all, once you have guests on board, they become a captive audience. Yachting and Cruise Event OptionsFor a touch of class, try a yachting and cruise event. Here are some tips on charter options, safety factors, and other issues to keep in mind. Click Here to subscribe to our Topic One newsletterA national e-newsletter that each month delves into one topic of interest for event professionals, providing helpful hints and "how-to" information that planners can use as an on-the-job primer. Topics include: setting a budget, negotiating with hotels, working with restaurants, unique venues, AV/lighting/staging trends, catering ideas and more. Topic One articles have been archived by subject category within AgendaOnline.com's Articles/Resources section. Click Here to subscribe to our Current E-Vents newsletterAn e-newsletter that is produced and emailed regionally each month (New York, Boston, Washington, Chicago, Northern California and Southern California) with a variety of promotions and special deals offered by event industry suppliers in that region -- new features and upgrades, special short-term rates, value-added opportunities and more. 
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