Special Report
Cost-Savings/Budgets
A one-stop information source about budgeting and cost-saving strategies for meeting planners.
Latest articles in Cost Savings
Top Lists/Ideas to Cut Costs
Dealing with Skyrocketing CostsOur exclusive survey found that, now more than ever, planners are being asked to transform a beer budget into a champagne meeting.... 125 Ways to Save on MeetingsHere are some tips, from F&B to transportation, to help pare down the costs of your meetings.... 99 Ways to Improve Your Meeting's Bottom LineSometimes coming in under budget isn't about cutting expenses, but about working smarter--by planning ahead, saving time and effort, or simply changing... 12 simple and effective ways to shave meeting costsWhen it comes to saving money on meetings, Bonnie Wallsh, chief strategist at Bonnie Wallsh Associates LLC, Charlotte, N.C., knows her stuff. Here are... |
The Frugal PlannerCase Study on How Two Association Planners Saved Big Money on Annual Meeting... Cost Saving Tips For Planning European MeetingsWith the current exchange rates, tight budgets, and company regulations, international meetings might seem like a very difficult and expensive task. But... Saving in a Seller's MarketAny time that pendulum starts shifting [from buyer's to seller's market], it takes a little while for everybody to figure the market out, says Anetha... |
Tips and Checklists
Saving on International ShippingOur international shipping expert Paul Griggs advises looking at three things when you're trying to save on shipping: size, distance, and timing.... How to Save on TransportationHere are some tips on how meeting planners can save money on transportation... How to Save on Setup and StagingHere are some tips on how meeting planners can save money in setup and staging.... How to Save on Hotel Guest Rooms and Meeting SpaceHere are some tips on how meeting planners can save money on hotel guest rooms and meeting space. ... How to Save on Audiovisual and Presentation TechnologyHere are some tips on how meeting planners can save money on audiovisual and presentation technology. ... How to Save Money on Food and BeverageThese are our top tips for bringing your food-and-beverage budget down. ... Streamline Your F&B Budget with this Cost-Savings ChecklistThink it's Possible to save thousands of dollars on your food and beverage budget? Think higher. In a session at Meeting Professionals International's... |
What Are Your Food-and-Beverage Challenges?Carrie Dahm Meeting Planner, Admin. Assistant National Association of Congregational Christian Churches Oak Creek, Wis. Our greatest challenge is cost.... How to Save on StaffingHere are some tips on how meeting planners can save money on staffing.... How to Keep Personnel Costs DownPersonnel costs can gobble up your meeting budget in a hurry. Here are suggestions for keeping those costs from limiting under control. Staff and Volunteers... 10 Strategies to Save on Speakers and EntertainmentHere are some tips on how meeting planners can save money on speakers and entertainment. ... Save Money on PrintingLooking for cost savings at your religious meetings? Printing is an area in which you're likely to find ways to save money. Consider the following: Send... Strategies to Avoid Paying Hotel Surcharges and Add-On FeesMichael Key was surprised by a hefty add-on fee for electricity at a recent meeting. These charges came out of the blue, says Key, the Durham, N.C. based... 20 Tips for Finding an Affordable Meeting SiteDeals for the Budget-minded Meeting Planner... |
Building a Budget
How to Build a Budget PlannerAt the most fundamental level, ROI starts with a good budget one that takes into account the many nuances of the meeting. At September's Affordable Meetings... Expert Advice on Creating a Meeting BudgetThe key to developing an income and expense budget is to include every element that may be part of your event. It is better to maintain a complete list... |
Smart Savings in BudgetsWe went straight to the experts Susan Friedman, author of Meeting Planning For Dummies; Bonnie Wallsh, chief solutions officer, Bonnie Wallsh Associates,... Budgeting for the UnknownIt seemed a pretty straightforward proposition. Budgeting for air travel for a Monsanto sales incentive in Hawaii, while bound to be expensive, should... |
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