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CMP: Certified Meeting Professional

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1. A list showing the number and kinds of items being shipped - as well as other information needed for transportation purposes.






2. A solid-state diode rectifier whose atomic properties cause it to emit light when electric current is passed through it. Current LED technology allows the emission of light from infrared through green frequencies - and visible light LEDs are availabl






3. Minimum amount for which union labor must be paid.






4. Absence of obstacles preventing handicapped persons from moving freely to all public areas within a building.






5. Educational and/or social events planned for spouses and guests of event participants.






6. AKA Pre Conference.Any event which is arranged for the period immediately preceeding the conference proper.






7. Supplier of booth/stand equipment - rental furnishings - floor coverings - labor - drayage and signs for exhibitions and trade shows. See GENERAL SERVICE CONTRACTOR.






8. AKA Post Conference.Any event which is arranged for the period immediately following the conference proper.






9. One of the advantages of a web-based event planning software solution or ASP is that clients already have the necessary tools available: a computer and a web browser. This familiar interface is cross-platforming - meaning that PCs - MACs - and large






10. The complete package of marketing materials used to promote an event such as brochures - emails - direct mail - etc. Organizations should consider developing a style sheet to ensure consistency across all marketing collateral.






11. An account (usually a number) to which expenses for a function or activity are charged.






12. A return of part of a payment.






13. Computer application that enables voting and then collects and displays the results - simplifying decision-making among event participants.






14. An audio signal generated by a microphone.






15. Transmitting data at speeds of up to 1.544 Mbps - operates at a much higher capacity than an ISDN line and can be split to accommodate several users at one time (known as a fractional T-1).






16. An interchange between an inner circle debating an issue and an outer circle of observers. Individuals occasionally move from one circle to the other.






17. A food service operation in which customers carry their own trays and select food from a display counter or counters. It is similar to a buffet - but food is served by attendants.






18. The point at which revenues are equal to expenses.






19. Light morning meal consisting of pastries - juices - and hot beverages. Usually served buffet style.






20. Accredited designation offered by the National Speakers Association. This designation is earned for extensive - documented speaking experience and client satisfaction.






21. Period when the demand for a supplier's product or service is highest. Prices general increase in high season.






22. 1) Room or suite of rooms used to entertain guests. 2) An event in the United States usually separate from the exhibit - in which refreshments are served and exhibitor personnel and visitors socialize.






23. ASP. A company that manages and distributes software-based solutions to customers across a wide area network from a central data center. In essence - ASPs are a way for organizations to outsource some or almost all aspects of their information techno






24. Guest holding confirmed sleeping room reservation is denied accommodations at the hotel where to reservation is held upon their arrival and is relocated to another hotel.






25. The industry preferred term for a report of the details and activities of an event. A collection of post event reports over time will provide the complete History for an event. The industry accepted practice is to use the APEX POST EVENT REPORT - whi






26. Net Profit divided by Net Worth. A financial ratio indicating the degree of profitability. To calculate - use event revenues minus program expenses divided by program expenses - multiplied by 100 to get the ROI %.






27. Registration made via the Web.






28. The tone of a document refers to the feeling or impression a document conveys. Formal writing style tends to convey an objective tone that is deliberate and factual. The toneo f an informal document typically is relaxed - informative - helpful - casu






29. Used to sell products through a Web site. An online shopping cart application allows customers to select and then purchase books - tapes and other items.






30. Person or firm which is licensed and specializes in travel related arrangements - such booking hotel rooms - meals - transportation - cruises - tours - vacation packages and other travel elements.






31. Platters of food are composed in the kitchen. Each food item is then served from the guest's left by the server from platters to individual plates. Any course can be 'Frenched' by having the dressing put on the salad or having sauce added to a entrée






32. The process whereby exhibitors receive a potential customer's contact information in a standardized manner. A system for capturing and following-up on leads generated at an exhibition.






33. A group of voluntary committee members with vested interests in program content who are commonly used to establish direction for educational programs offered at association meetings.






34. Required for shipments valued at more than $2500; used by the U.S. government to monitor the dollar volume of export shipments.






35. Contractor retained by a facility to be on-site and provide services as needed. In some cases - Planners are not required to use their services - but may be charged a surcharge or facility fee for bringing in an outside contractor for the same servic






36. The organization who administers Continuing Legal Education and Mandatory Continuing Legal Education courses (CLE and MCLE).






37. Average (power) level at which a signal is output from devices like mixers - cassette decks and other devices which process sound. Technically - this corresponds to -30 dBM (one microwatt) to +30 dBM (one watt).






38. The presenter is questioned by a moderator on behalf of the audience.






39. AKA Group Travel Agency. Company specializing in planning and handling group travel.






40. 1) Publicizing an event. See PUBLICITY. 2) An advancement in rank or position.






41. Sports shirt (possibly with jacket) for men; resort wear for women.






42. A media campaign - normally consisting of a series of public notices and advertising activities - aimed at ensuring maximum attendance by focusing attention on an event.






43. When a company contracts space at a hotel or other adjacent venue to display their products and meet with exhibition attendees without paying show management for booth space or sponsorship fees.






44. Items that an exhibitor is allowed to carry unaided into a event facility without being charged.






45. LTL. Rates applicable when the quantity of freight is less than the volume of truckload minimum weight.






46. The organization providing alcohol to guests.






47. The opposite of an opt-in email marketing campaign






48. A pre-cut - etched pattern fabricated from metal or glass that fits in the focal plane of a lighting instrument to form projected light into a shape (logo - graphic or even scenery). Templates can form light images on ceilings and walls. The pattern






49. Transfer a file from a host computer to your computer.






50. Lighting instruments that can be computer controlled to move light around the room - and project color and patterns on screens - scenery - walls or floor.






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