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CMP: Certified Meeting Professional

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1. A government document which permits the "licensee" to engage in the export of designated goods to certain destinations.






2. Equipment which projects an image on a screen by passing light through a transparent slide or other transparency.






3. Carrier that specializes in shipping uncrated exhibits - high-tech equipment and delicate materials that require special handling.






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






5. Using hypertext - a link is a selectable connection from one word - picture or information object to another. From a Web site - a link points to content.






6. A record of transactions during an event where the resulting balance is paid directly by the group. May include room - tax - incidentals - food and beverage - audiovisual equipment - decor - etc. Also Called MASTER BILL.






7. Record of an event over time.






8. Complimentary tickets awarded by the official airline after the event according to the number of attendees who used the airline.






9. A videoconference of more than two sites.






10. Anticipated dates and times of arrival of group members.






11. 1) Exclusive use of all or some space on an airplane - bus - ship - or other vehicle for a special period of time and for a specific itinerary. 2) To create a new association - organization or chapter of an association or organization.






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






13. 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.






14. Facility form to advise departments of changes in reservations or functions.






15. A member of the Convention Industry Council.






16. Americans with Disabilities Act. U.S. legislation passed in 1992 requiring public buildings (offices - hotels - restaurants - etc.) to make adjustments meeting minimum standards to make their facilities accessible to individuals with physical disabil






17. Seating arrangement in which seats are in rows facing the stage area - no tables. See AUDITORIUM SET-UP.






18. AKA Classroom set-up. Seating arrangement in which rows of tables with chairs face the front of a room and each person has a space for writing. Also Called SCHOOLROOM SET-UP.






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






20. When a company tries to sell its product or service on the show floor without the permission or consent of the event's management.






21. Professional Congress Organizer. European term for DMC (Destination Management Company). Local supplier who can arrange - manage and/or plan any function or service an event.






22. Equipment - materials - and teaching aids used in sound and visual presentations - such as television monitors - video - sound equipment - etc.






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






24. Devices for the deaf or hearing imparied available in public phone banks and/or at the registration desk.






25. Placing plated foods on banquet tables prior to seating guests.






26. CSM. Professional at a hotel - convention center or convention bureau who is responsible for event operations management on all levels.






27. A Web-based form that can be designed to guide the user through the process of completing the form and can alert the user to errors.






28. A methodical examination and review of records pertaining to an event. For instance - an independent verification of attendance figures submitted by an exhibition's producers.






29. 1) A research method based upon selecting a portion of a population for study. 2) Paperwork and fees paid to a building by exhibitors for the right to serve food product.






30. Raised horizontal surface - stage - or flooring.






31. Relating to organizations whose membership hold common occupational credentials or interests.






32. 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.






33. Marketing tools or programs used to influence buying patterns and build customer loyalty.






34. AKA Group Specification Guide or Resume. Spec Guide. The industry preferred term for a comprehensive document that outlines the complete requirements and instructions for an event. This document is typically authored by the event planner and is share






35. Formalized statement of outcomes to be anticipated as a result of the educational process.






36. Private room bar set up where guests pay for drinks individually.






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






38. Staff person responsible for selling and servicing group and local food and beverage functions.






39. Actual number of meals served at a catered meal function or in a restaurant. See AUDIENCE COUNT.






40. Association of Destination Management Executives. A member of the Convention Industry Council.






41. Detailed section of a contract.






42. Business-to-Business.






43. Raised horizontal surface - stage - or flooring.






44. 4 or 5 participants query the main speaker from the stage with questions from the audience and follow up questions.






45. In-person on-site review and evaluation of a venue or location for an event.






46. Method of doing research using a small group led by a facilitator.






47. A voluntary payment added to a bill (e.g. a restaurant check) - to signify good service.






48. Representatives of an event's exhibiting companies who act as advisers to show management on rules and procedures - and also update show management on industry trends and issues.






49. Structured educational and training experiences for personal or professional development.






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