Articles tagged “event contract negotiations”

Event Management

Why Is Everyone Ghosting Each Other?

From dating apps to employment websites, ghosting is the new normal – and now it’s becoming standard practice between meeting planners and suppliers.

Barbara Scofidio | 3 weeks ago

Industry News

8 Economic Trends Affecting Meetings From ALHI’s Mike Dominguez  

ALHI President & CEO Mike Dominguez breaks down economic and hotel industry trends – from compression to the price of eggs – as they relate to meetings.

Barbara Scofidio | 1 month ago

Event Management

Enough Already With All These Extra Fees

A fee for turning on the electricity? Or putting an item in the minibar to keep it cold? When it comes to unexpected and unfair fees, planners say the situation has gone too far.

Barbara Scofidio | 3 months ago

Event Management

Hotels and Events: Negotiating The Best Terms

Don’t be fooled by generic concessions and terms offered by hotels. Having the right negotiating strategy will save time and money.

Refugio Garcia | 1 year ago

Destinations

The City-Wide Event That Changed Dates, Twice

Changing the dates of a city-wide congress sounds like a planner's worst nightmare. Try doing it twice.

Miguel Neves | 2 years ago

Event Management

The 2023 Global Industry Forecast and What It Means for Your Event Budget

Demand for hotel space is rising almost as fast as inflation. In this challenging climate, what can meeting and event professionals do to secure the best deal? Five experts from Hilton spill their secrets.

Hilton + Skift Meetings | 2 years ago