
Contracts, Communication & Collaboration: A 360° Perspective
In today’s events landscape, success depends on more than just favorable contract terms — they rely on strong relationships. Hear from an experienced meeting planner, a third-party contract guru and a hotel director of sales as they share how mutual understanding and transparency can lead to smoother negotiations and stronger outcomes.
From initial RFPs to final negotiations, our panelists will share insights on how to approach contracts in a way that supports mutual goals, reduces risk, and builds trust. Topics will include setting realistic expectations, navigating concessions, protecting priorities on both sides, and working through common sticking points. Attendees will walk away with actionable strategies to create more productive partnerships that lead to better outcomes for all stakeholders.
Learning Objectives:
| Planners | Member Suppliers | Non-Member Suppliers | Student Member | Student Non Member | ||||
| $15 | Package: $60 Education Only: $45 After 5 Only: $20 | Package: $90 Education Only: $65 After 5 Only: $30 | Package: $15 Education Only: $0 After 5 Only: $15 | Package: $20 Education Only: $0 After 5 Only: $20 |
Speakers
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Genevieve Belou Director of Sales and Marketing Magnolia Denver Hotel | Meghan Keelean, CMP Associate Director of Meetings National Conference of State Legislatures | Morgan Basham Vice President of Meetings ConferenceDIrect | Elyse Boule Conference and Event Director Type A Events |
Sponsors
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A new community hub, Limelight Boulder is centrally located in the University Hill neighborhood on the University of Colorado, Boulder campus. Airy and contemporary, the hotel features ultra-comfortable guest rooms and expansive conference facilities, including a 15,000 square foot ballroom serving the local community and visitors alike. Its walkable, bikeable location makes it easy to stay connected to the best of Boulder. Opening Fall 2025
Contracts, Communication & Collaboration: A 360° Perspective
In today’s events landscape, success depends on more than just favorable contract terms — they rely on strong relationships. Hear from an experienced meeting planner, a third-party contract guru and a hotel director of sales as they share how mutual understanding and transparency can lead to smoother negotiations and stronger outcomes.
From initial RFPs to final negotiations, our panelists will share insights on how to approach contracts in a way that supports mutual goals, reduces risk, and builds trust. Topics will include setting realistic expectations, navigating concessions, protecting priorities on both sides, and working through common sticking points. Attendees will walk away with actionable strategies to create more productive partnerships that lead to better outcomes for all stakeholders.
Learning Objectives:
| Planners | Member Suppliers | Non-Member Suppliers | Student Member | Student Non Member | ||||
| $15 | Package: $60 Education Only: $45 After 5 Only: $20 | Package: $90 Education Only: $65 After 5 Only: $30 | Package: $15 Education Only: $0 After 5 Only: $15 | Package: $20 Education Only: $0 After 5 Only: $20 |
Speakers
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Genevieve Belou Director of Sales and Marketing Magnolia Denver Hotel | Meghan Keelean, CMP Associate Director of Meetings National Conference of State Legislatures | Morgan Basham Vice President of Meetings ConferenceDIrect | Elyse Boule Conference and Event Director Type A Events |
Sponsors
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A new community hub, Limelight Boulder is centrally located in the University Hill neighborhood on the University of Colorado, Boulder campus. Airy and contemporary, the hotel features ultra-comfortable guest rooms and expansive conference facilities, including a 15,000 square foot ballroom serving the local community and visitors alike. Its walkable, bikeable location makes it easy to stay connected to the best of Boulder. Opening Fall 2025