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CMP: Certified Meeting Professional

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1. Web browser-based videoconferencing.






2. Any meeting where people at two or more distant locations are linked using video - audio and data for two-way communication via satellite communications or the Internet. Each party sees and hears the other through a TV screen or computer monitor and






3. Primary uses of satellite videoconferencing today are major announcements - product launches - and other presentations for which timeliness and a top-quality broadcaset is desired. they are typically sent to a large - geographically remote audience -






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






5. All individuals who are invested in a project or event such as the sponsors - attendees - vendors - media and others.






6. A company that offers complete turnkey organization support for an event - including administrative and event management services.






7. Names and contact information of potential customers. Attendee lists are often provided as sales leads to exhibitors as an incentive to participate in an exhibition.






8. 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






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






10. MICROPHONE that picks up sound from all directions.






11. Expenses that vary based upon various factors - such as the number of attendees .






12. Automated External Defibrillator. Device installed in many large public areas (e.g. airports - hotels - convention centers). Can be used by any individual to administer life-saving care to person experiencing a heart attack.






13. Number of facility guest rooms actually used out of a room block.






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






15. An event that draws a national and international audience. Typically 15% or more of attendees reside outside of the host country.






16. 1) A food service vendor - often used to describe a vendor who specializes in banquets and theme parties. 2) An exclusive food & beverage contractor within a facility.






17. Certified Professional Catering Executive. A certification program offered by the National Association of Catering Executives (NACE).






18. Abbreviation for "hundred weight." This is the unit of measure used in drayage and freight shipments.






19. 1) Regeneration of sound from audio speakers back through a microphone causing a squealing sound. 2) Response about an activity - policy - or idea.






20. Certified Special Event Professional; an earned designation from the International Special Events Society (ISES).






21. Part of a cancellation clause that outlines the amount of damages to be paid to the noncelling party in the event of a cancellation.






22. Web based conferencing - a vital component of the modern event professional's toolbox.






23. Generally refers to air-freight and van line shipments. Invoices are calculated with two weights - actual and dimensional. The dimensional weight is based upon the volume of the shipment. The billing weight is the larger of the two.






24. 1) A statement of what one will give or take in return for something else (a price); proposal. 2) Proposal submitted by a convention & visitors bureau and/or hotel(s) to an event organizer that includes defined dates and room blocks.






25. Lifts - trusses - pipe or other freestanding devices used to raise sound - lighting or other equipment above the heads of attendees and to support it from the floor.






26. An alternative plan that may replace the original plan when circumstances change.






27. Provision in a contract which outlines damages to be paid to the non-canceling party if cancellation occurs - due the canceling party's breach of the contract.






28. A bill of lading issued by the airline that covers both domestic and international flights transporting goods to a specified destination. Technically - it is a non-negotiable instrument of air transport that serves as a receipt for the shipper - indi






29. Detailed section of a contract.






30. A collection of publicity items that includes: 1) pertinent data on the meeting - such as agenda - historical data - guest speakers - special events - etc. The property - such as photos - descriptions of public space areas - local entertainment - etc






31. A meeting of a number of experts in a particular field - at which papers are presented and discussed by specialists on particular subjects with a view to making recommendations concerning the problems under discussion.






32. A wired or wireless microphone that hooks around the neck or is clipped to clothing. Sometimes called a NECKLACE - LAPEL - or PENDANT MICROPHONE.






33. Booth/stand space assigned to exhibiting companies or meeting rooms assigned to event groups.






34. Service for meeting and greeting a person upon arrival in a city - usually at the airport - pier or rail station and assisting him or her with entrance formalities - collecting baggage and obtaining transportation.






35. PER. 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






36. A promise - proposal or other expression of willingness to make and carry out a contract under proposed terms with another party which has the ability to accept it upon receiving it. Space and rent proposal from a facility. It may be in the form of a






37. MICROPHONE attached to a lectern. See LECTERN.






38. An additional clause in artist's contract stipulating special requirements such as travel - dressing rooms - technical equipment - etc.






39. A needs assessment is an essential setp in ensuring that educational offerings are relevant to attendees. The results of post-event evaluations can be as valuable as a needs assessment.






40. Comp. Service - space or item provided at no charge.






41. Meeting Industry Network (formerly CINET or Convention Industry Network). On-line information network tracking historical and future site/booking information. CINET is provided by IACVB to its members.






42. A document - required by certain countries for tariff purposes - certifying as to the country of origin of specified goods.






43. A detailed section of a contract pertaining to a specific issue.






44. Type of meeting which brings together three or more people in two or more locations through telecommunications.






45. FP. Projection of an image onto the front surface of a light reflecting screen from a projector placed within or behind the audience.






46. 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






47. 1) Lecture and dialogue allowing participants to share experiences in a particular field under the guidance of an expert discussion leader. 2) A meeting or series of meetings of from 10 to 50 specialists who have different specific skills but have a






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






49. A date set by event management and/or general service contractor for the arrival of freight at a trade event. Usually shipments received before or after this date are assessed a penalty charge.






50. Notice as to how charges for an event should be handled and to whom invoices should be addressed.