Learn what planners want from hotels and venues in 2024

The issues facing planners have changed. The Northstar/Cvent Meetings Industry PULSE Report gives suppliers proven insight into evolving planner sentiment. Topics include:

The Pulse of Event Professionals
  • The state of meetings and events.
  • The importance of rebuilding relationships.
  • How planners are evaluating venues.

New PULSE Poll!

How often do unforeseen circumstances affect your event planning timelines? (Whether a venue/hotel or event planner)

Top Findings

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38% of planners expect to produce more meetings in 2025

Tip for Suppliers: Set parameters in the Cvent Supplier Network so planners can find properties that align with their terms.

Tip for Planners: Organize your attendee data and design the perfect event set-up using Cvent Event Diagramming.

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39% of planners expect as many, if not more, attendees in 2025

Tip for Suppliers: Tip for suppliers: To easily manage a group room block, ensure your hotel is Cvent Passkey enabled.

Tip for Planners: Anticipate in-person attendance and provide real-time reports to stakeholders with Cvent Passkey.

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41% of planners source meeting venues and accommodations through supplier networks

Tip for suppliers:   Automatically score, prioritize, and respond to RFPs with Response Automation.

Tip for Planners: Include your ideal response time and notify your top suppliers they are your top pick on your RFP with the Cvent Supplier Network.

Resources to Meet the Moment

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Top Trends for Suppliers

Learn how to capitalize on the automation revolution and grow your business in 2024.

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Top 8 Event Technology Trends to Track in 2024

Learn about the latest event tech trends in 2024.

Read the blog

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The 2024 Forecast for Hotels and Venues

Hear from our panel of experts on the key trends shaping events in 2024.

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