I let them know when I have 2 hours and want to see a variety of (insert group specifics). I love working with my convention and visitor’s bureau and trusted hotelier partners for this. If your client says, “I heard that XYZ property has a rooftop terrace where we can host a dinner,” you want to be able to confidently respond, “I was actually there last month and yes, it’s outside but it’s a horrible view and wouldn’t work for more than 100 people.” That requires checking out more than just the host venue. Yet, very few planners do unless we’re sourcing a specific program and city. You’re hosting your meeting or event at what’s known as the best hotel in Atlanta…but do you know who their competition is? Have you seen their space? Many suppliers make it a practice to ‘shop’ their comp set. Here are some secrets to developing your own resource treasure trove. ![]() There are many positive reasons to do an additional site or two when you are on the go, but none more important than having your own virtual filing cabinet in your brain of the places you’ve been and seen first-hand. One secret for finding that just right venue is maintaining a practice of continually seeking out other spaces to site while traveling. ![]() ![]() Traditionally, sourcing venues starts when a meeting or event is presented (or assigned), we seek out the right venue and then book the perfect space. They are productive people, making it happen from California to Paris and everywhere in between.
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