{"id":2522,"date":"2019-07-16T10:38:28","date_gmt":"2019-07-16T15:38:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gtitravel.com\/?p=2522"},"modified":"2019-08-01T10:34:32","modified_gmt":"2019-08-01T15:34:32","slug":"planning-group-business-travel-event-timing-everything","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gtitravel.com\/planning-group-business-travel-event-timing-everything\/","title":{"rendered":"Planning a Group Business Travel Event? Timing is Everything"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"\"<\/a>Excited about organizing an upcoming business travel event?\u00a0Business\u00a0events<\/a>\u00a0require a lot of planning. How long before your event should you start planning? Planning should begin at least 18 months before you arrive on-site for your group event.<\/p>\n

18 Months Before Your Event<\/strong><\/h1>\n

Eighteen months prior, you should develop a budget, begin\u00a0to look into group hotel rates, airfare, rental cars\/transportation, event space, catering, insurance coverage, and other essentials. To find\u00a0cost-saving travel solutions<\/a>, you need to stay ahead of the game. After selecting\u00a0 the\u00a0final date, time, and location, discuss a potential theme with fellow managers or coworkers. Large event? Arrange for the event planning assistance you need at this time as well, bringing aboard an extra set of hands for each additional 25 people attending.<\/p>\n

16 Months Before Your Event<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Sixteen months before your business travel event, you should reserve lodging for your event with the help of your\u00a0corporate travel company<\/a>. At this point, you should have a good idea of what this event will cost your company. If you are advertising your event to outside parties, now is the time to set the marketing into motion.<\/p>\n

12-14 Months Before Your Event<\/strong><\/h2>\n

If you will be inviting guest speakers or entertainment to your event, this is the time to confirm their attendance. At this time, you should also finalize the necessary food and beverage needs of your group. Devise a floor plan for your event space, denoting seating, staging for entertainment, and exhibit space. Don\u2019t forget to include spacing for food and beverage stations, and ample space for the lines in the event of a buffet. Design event announcements\/advertising materials for print, and schedule the rental and setup of AV equipment.<\/p>\n

6 Months<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Print your second round event announcements, and with the help of your\u00a0business travel consultant<\/a>, begin scheduling employees\/attendees for the trip. Double-check your budget\/expenditures.<\/p>\n

4 Months<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Make adjustments for any last minute changes to speakers\/entertainment, assigning each a room and event time.<\/p>\n

2 Months<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Amend your budget for expenditures, finalize your event schedule, and make copies for attendees. Verify your AV needs are being addressed. Determine the need for on-site signage and staff\/security. Order event supplies such as pens and pads at this time. Review billing activities with your chosen hotel and event space.<\/p>\n

1 Month<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Print event guides, name tags, tickets, and other materials. Submit your daily schedule to the hotel.<\/p>\n

Time Up to Final Event Day<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Arrange an on-site office. Gather supplies and event materials, including registration packets. Finalize food and beverage needs. At the event location, begin preparing your space, including seating and d\u00e9cor. Do not leave anything until the last minute, as you will be busy during the day of the event supervising and ensuring things run on schedule.<\/p>\n

Short on time? Our\u00a0corporate business travel management services<\/a>\u00a0have you covered. Get the help you need to arrive on time with GTI Travel today<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Excited about organizing an upcoming business travel event?\u00a0Business\u00a0events\u00a0require a lot of planning. How long before your event should you start planning? Planning should begin at least 18 months before you arrive on-site for your group event. 18 Months Before Your Event Eighteen months prior, you should develop a budget, begin\u00a0to look into group hotel rates, […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":5,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"sfsi_plus_gutenberg_text_before_share":"","sfsi_plus_gutenberg_show_text_before_share":"","sfsi_plus_gutenberg_icon_type":"","sfsi_plus_gutenberg_icon_alignemt":"","sfsi_plus_gutenburg_max_per_row":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[117],"tags":[],"yoast_head":"\nPlanning a Group Business Travel Event? 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