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3 0 COST SAVING TIPS IN 30 MINUTES

3 0 COST SAVING TIPS IN 30 MINUTES . Tom Michalisko, CMP Experient, A Maritz Travel Company. Contract Negotiations. Flexible Meeting Dates. Book During Hotel’s Goal Periods. 1/50 Cumulative: Credit to Master. Complimentary Suites, Upgrades and Staff rooms.

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3 0 COST SAVING TIPS IN 30 MINUTES

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  1. 30 COST SAVING TIPSIN 30 MINUTES Tom Michalisko, CMP Experient, A Maritz Travel Company

  2. Contract Negotiations

  3. Flexible Meeting Dates

  4. Book During Hotel’s Goal Periods

  5. 1/50 Cumulative:Credit to Master

  6. Complimentary Suites, Upgrades and Staff rooms

  7. Reduced Rate or Comp Board & Planning Meetings

  8. No Fees for Storage and Handling

  9. Complimentary or Discounted Internet Services

  10. Pre-Planning

  11. Know Your Labor Regulations (Union Properties)

  12. Limit Authorization on the Master Account

  13. Negotiate a Discount for Audio Visual

  14. Provide Standard A/V to Speakers

  15. E-Distribution of Meeting Materials

  16. Food & Beverage

  17. Negotiate Minimized Food & Beverage Penalties

  18. Negotiate Menu Pricing Guaranteed 6 Months in Advance

  19. Negotiate Complimentary Staff Meals

  20. Bartender and other labor Fees Waived

  21. A la Carte vs. Per Person Menu PricingCont. Breakfast, Breaks & Receptions

  22. Order Non-Perishable Items on Consumption (or carry over to next break)

  23. Order Break Items in Bulk

  24. Think Seasonal

  25. No “On Consumption” Beverages with Meals

  26. Buffet Placement and Expensive Items

  27. Water Coolers instead of Bottles

  28. Beer & Wine Only Receptions

  29. On-Site

  30. Compare Rooms Outside Block for Credit

  31. Proof and Sign all Banquet Checks On-Site (Same day if possible)

  32. Breakfast Guarantees:10% no show minimum

  33. Inventory Refreshment Breaks and Bars In/Out

  34. Don’t Announce Last Call on Bars

  35. Bring Office Supply Kit

  36. Questions and AnswersContact:Tom Michalisko, CMPStrategic Account ManagerExperienttom.michalisko@experient-inc.com703-239-7472

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