September 11th, 2024

New GDP U Course | Sept 24 @ 11:30am ET: How to Negotiate in an Age of Non-Negotiation

In today's landscape, negotiation can feel like a one-sided conversation. As the market currently favors suppliers, planners are facing more rigid terms and fewer concessions. This webinar, featuring a panel of experts representing hotels, A/V, planners, and DMCs, will provide practical strategies for navigating these challenges. We’ll dive into current trends in contract negotiations and discuss how you can protect your budget while ensuring a fair deal for both parties. 

Key Takeaways:

  • Discover key negotiation points athat are always open for discussion in a supplier’s market.
  • Learn tactics to safeguard your budget and mitigate risk in future contracts.
  • Find creative win-win solutions that cater to both planners' and vendors' needs.
  • Gain insights into the evolving landscape of contract negotiation from industry leaders.

One (1) CE Credit will be offered for attending this course. An on-demand recording will available to all GDP University registrants after the live webinar concludes.

REGISTER HERE

Panelists include: 

  • (Moderator) Catherine Chaulet, CEO & President – Global DMC Partners
  • Norma Howard, Complex Director of Group Sales – Conrad Punta de Mita & Hilton Los Cabos
  • Braedan Quigley, Director of Sales and Marketing – Grand Hyatt Baha Mar
  • Matthew Bryne, President and Executive Producer – Byrne Production Services
  • Matt Franks, Director of Events – DRPG Group
  • Becky Cavanaugh, HMCC, Program Director, Global Medical Meetings and Events – Cadent powered by Syneos Health
  • Erin Lipman, DMCP, National Sales Director – Destination Concepts, inc. 
  • Paolo Teruzzi, Owner - CTI Corporate Travel & Incentives

 


Please note: If you're not currently enrolled in GDP University, you can enroll using the link below. Once you're enrolled in GDP U, you will have access to all past courses, resources, and registering for upcoming live sessions.

ENROLL HERE