GUIDE

Strategic Budgeting for
In-Person Meetings

Whether you’re planning a board meeting or a team workshop, clear budgeting keeps your meetings on track and your stakeholders informed. Taking ownership of this crucial piece of the planning process builds trust and credibility in your role. 

This guide walks Executive Assistants and meeting planners through a simple framework to plan smarter, adapt quickly, and manage every expense with confidence.

  • Create approval-ready estimates that earn buy-in
  • Keep your working budget agile as plans evolve
  • Review final costs and share clear, credible results

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6 Unexpected Meeting Costs You Might Be Missing
Watch out for these unexpected meeting costs to streamline your planning process.
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Overlooked Questions That Make Meetings Run Smoothly
Essential vendor and attendee questions to help meeting planners avoid surprises and plan with clarity.

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