The Convention Industry Council's (CIC) APEX Standards Committee has released an RFP Strategy Guide on Event Internet and Communications, complete with fill-in excel resource. "As the preeminent organization for the meetings, conventions and exhibitions industry, the Convention Industry Council understands that the needs of meeting and event professionals are ever-changing. It's our duty to … Read More about CIC Releases RFP Strategy Guide
To help its members and non-members source locations for meetings and events, Meeting Professionals International (MPI) has incorporated the Destination Finder tool, powered by Destination Marketing Association International's (DMAI) empowerMINT.com, into its website. Through the portal, meeting professionals can quickly research and compare destinations as well connect to contacts at convention … Read More about MPI and DMAI Collaborate on Planning Tool
CHOICES, CHOICES Planners agree, when it comes to sending RFPs, e-mail reigns supreme. What this means to you While the vast majority of planners are using e-mail and online systems to send RFPs to suppliers, one-third of planners prefer the telephone. Those who said they pick up the phone to deliver a request for proposal said they do so to test out suppliers’ customer service or to ensure their … Read More about RFP Report
Have you ever answered an RFP with the question “Does your meeting really need to be face-to-face?” Likely not and I don’t suggest you start unless you have a virtual meeting solution. However, the meeting planners on my team very rarely get asked from our supplier partners “What is the purpose of your event?” Don’t forget to ask your clients and prospects Why before replying to that RFP. Far too … Read More about Don’t Forget to Ask “Why”
