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CMP: Certified Meeting Professional

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1. 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






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






3. An apparatus for projecting a picture on a screen. Whether the device is an overhead projector - data (LCD) projector - slide projector - or a film projector - it is usually referred to as simply a projector.






4. 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






5. An advanced partial payment to secure product or service.






6. Written document requiring individuals to disclose any conflicts of interest that may be created by their involvement with an organization.






7. Lens which produces a soft edged beam of light. Theatrical fixture with adjustable lens 150 W through 1500 W.






8. The day-to-day cost of doing business that is pre-committed - such as salaries - insurance - lease expenses - utilities - etc.






9. An electronic form of marketing communication that can be used as an element of an integrated marketing effort. Methods may include emailing digital brochures - delivering voice mail marketing - or sending video emails to the target audience.






10. Proof of Registration - i.e. - a reservation number that will be accepted by the hotel holding the room.






11. 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.






12. A payment to a sales representative for meeting or exceeding a sales revenue goal. Or a payment made to an individual or organization for bringing business to another individual or organization.






13. One or more standard units of exhibit space. In the US - a standard unit is generally known to be a 10' x 10' space (one standard booth/stand unit - equaling 100 nsf). However - if an exhibitor purchases multiple units side-by-side or back-to-back -






14. 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.






15. Raising and supporting sound - lighting or other equipment or décor from the ceiling.






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






17. A feature of videoconferencing systems which allows the placement of shared documents on an on-screen shared space or "whiteboard." Participants can edit and mark up the document just as on a physical whiteboard.






18. The station used to transmit signals from Earth to a satellite (videoconferencing).






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. BEO. A form most often used by hotels to provide details to personnel concerned with a specific food and beverage function or event room set-up.






21. Ability to transmit huge volumes of voice and video over a network or the internet - without jumpy images.






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






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






24. 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).






25. The type of platform that multi-purpose technology solutions designed to handle many event planning and management tasks are built on. They range in price from a few hundred dollars for a basic single-user program to hundreds of thousands of dollars






26. An event that broadcasts the audio and/or video portion of a keynote presentation or other educational sessions over the Web in real-time or on-demand.






27. Magnetic Stripe. A lead retrieval system using a magnetic strip on either the back of a paper badge (similar to some airline tickets) or on plastic badges similar to credit cards.






28. A document that stipulates what services the organization wants from an outside contractor and requests a bid to perform such services. Same As BID MANUAL/SPECIFICATIONS.






29. Contractor appointed by event or building management as the sole agent to provide specific services or products.






30. A requirement for entering into a binding contract. If a contract proposal (offer) is made - it is accepted if the offeree signs the offer as submitted. If the offeree makes any changes to the offer before signing - it is a counter offer - not accept






31. Date beyond which a facility is free to rent the unused sleeping rooms or function space to other groups.






32. A discussion which takes place within a meeting - a public or private sitting or in one of the various types of assembly or meeting.






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






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






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






36. Device used to compensate for undesired sound system characteristics or room acoustics.






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






38. A voluntary and selective amount of money - given at will for special or excellent service.






39. An event that requires the use of a convention center or event complex - as well as multiple hotels in the host city.






40. 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.






41. A group of rooms that is reserved by a party outside of the ECB but is present in the city as a result of the Main Event (for example - some exhibitors - some international tour groups). A Peripheral Block's consumed room nights should be credited to






42. AKA Pre-con meeting. A meeting at the primary facility at which an event will take place just prior to the event beginning. Attendees generally include the primary event organizer - representatives of the event organizer/host organization - departmen






43. Business-to-Business.






44. Familiarization Trip. Offered to potential buyers of a venue - a program designed to acquaint participants with specific destinations or services and to stimulate the booking of an event. Often offered in groups - but sometimes on an individual basis






45. A hollow square whose corners are replaced by serpentine or half-moon tables.






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






47. Multi-page pressure-sensitive form where multiple copies are made by writing on the top copy of the form. NCR stands for No-Carbon Required.






48. A document provided by an insurance company as proof that a policy has been issued and coverage is in effect.






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






50. An alternative procedure that can be specified in contracts instead of going through the process of filing a complaint and pursuing the claim in court.