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Amanda Lincoln, CMP, CSEP (Senior Manager of Private Events, International Spy Museum)
Location: Palm B
Date: Tuesday, February 25
Time: 11:15 am - 12:00 pm
Pass Type: All Access, Combined CS/TSE Conference Pass, TSE Conference Pass, TSE Premium Pass
Track: TSE-Event Planning, TSE-Event Mgmt & Production
Associations and Accreditations: AEP- & CSEP-approved
Vault Recording: TBD
Audience Level: All
Have you ever planned an event and just couldn't get what you needed from the venue? Or planned an exciting element only to find out, after pitching it to the client, that the venue won't allow it? These can be frustrating situations, but with a better venue relationship, they can be easily avoidable. When it comes to events, the choice of venue can make or break the success of your event, making that partnership with the venue a key one.
This session will discuss strategies for turning the venue into your friend, rather than your foe, as well as focuses on how to build a positive relationship with a venue team, and tips for effective communication and negotiation. Amanda will also touch on ways that venue managers can be better partners for their planners and vendors. By making the venue your friend, you may be surprised how much more successful your events can be.