Make Meetings More Valuable
Most event and meeting planners have probably already encountered companies that want more value than ever before from their conferences, meetings and other events. While this can create more work for you, there are some things you can do to work out the kinks long before they happen.
Think Replacement
If you need to help the company save money on a tight budget, replace these meeting parts:
Replace the reception with a working lunch — this will let people meet and network, as well as enjoy a meal together. Replace the open bar idea with team building exercises or mind storming training–these programs have a much better chance of improving the ROI than a bunch of drunk employees blowing off steam. Replace entertainment with a spa wellness trip. You will have more refreshed folks ready to work. Replace land based venues with a cruise meeting, and save as much as 40%. Cruising is all-inclusive, so Planners may be surprised to know that meeting rooms, meals, A/V equipment and luxury accommodations are all included in one low price.
Think Reduction
What if the client says, “Okay, that’s great, let’s get rid of the reception, evening entertainment, and open bar meet-and-greet! So what do we do on the last day, then?”
Get rid of it. Tell your client that not only will she not need to make the usual expenditures that don’t improve ROI on the cost of the meeting, she can eliminate the last night’s hotel bill as well.
Just by replacing the non-ROI generating activities, you have already increased the value of the meeting. Your client will be grateful for that for a long time. And happy, satisfied clients translate to more meeting planning business for you in the future. So, it pays to find every way to cut out unnecessary expenses and increase meeting ROI for your clients.
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