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Posted on February 16, 2026
Blog, Hotel Contract Negotiation, Meeting Planner Tips

Referrals have always been an important part of how I serve planners and organizations. When someone recommends my service, it reflects trust, and that trust is never taken lightly. To show my appreciation, I offer a simple referral program. If you know someone planning a hotel meeting, conference, or event, refer them to me. Once hotel business is contracted, you will receive a $500 gift card as a thank-you.   How the Referral Program Works Refer a colleague, client, or friend by email, text, or...

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Posted on February 5, 2026
Blog, Hotel Contract Negotiation, Meeting Planner Tips

[vc_row full_screen_section_height="no"][vc_column][vc_column_text]Hotel renovations are more common than many planners realize, and they are not always disclosed upfront unless the right questions are asked. Renovations can affect guest rooms, meeting space, lobbies, restaurants, fitness centers, pools, parking areas, and other common spaces. Noise, closed amenities, construction staging, limited access points, and reduced service levels can all impact the attendee experience if work overlaps with your meeting dates. That is why confirming a property’s renovation status during the sourcing process is critical. Planners should always...

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Posted on March 20, 2023
Meeting Planner Tips

As we navigate through 2023, it’s clear that the landscape of meetings and events continues to evolve. This presents both challenges and opportunities for us as meeting planners. It's crucial we stay ahead of the curve to ensure our meetings stay relevant and engaging. Here, I'll highlight key trends this year and provide tips on how to make these trends work for you.   1. Hybrid Meetings:  The blending of virtual and in-person attendance has proven its staying power. This year, make sure...

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Posted on February 3, 2022
Blog

Another successful PCMA Convening Leaders event in the books! In-person meetings are happening, are successful, and are needed for everyone in our industry!   How is the show attended? There were over 2,500 face-to-face attendees and over 600 virtual attendees that attended PCMA from all over the World and 47% of those have over 20+ years of experience in the industry.   Are you still seeing impacts of Covid on participation in this Global meetings/events show? You had to be fully vaccinated or show proof of...

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Posted on December 2, 2021
Blog, Meeting Planner Tips

I’m excited to be among 6,000+ meeting planners here at #ibtm2021 in the beautiful city of Barcelona. Large events such as this are happening all over the World and this annual IBTM event focuses on putting International meeting planners and International destinations together to do business. I’ve been attending this show for quite a few years and it is not only a great way to develop International relationships but it also a great geography lesson as well. How is the show attended? 3,000+ exciting...

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Posted on October 20, 2021
Blog, Industry Events

DC's Dirty Little Secret "Suite" Client Event was a success! Between the pre-reception to watching the John Legend concert at The MGM National Harbor in a 25-person suite, everyone had a great time! Why do we call this event "Dirty Little Secret"? That's because RELATIONSHIPS MATTER! People do business with the people they like. These events are so important because they're memorable to all my clients and colleagues. Thank you all for attending! We'll see you next year! #relationshipsmatter Mark Dallman A Meeting Planner’s...

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Posted on August 31, 2021
Blog, Industry Events

I’m proud to announce that my next DC Dirty Little Secret “Suite” Client Event is set for Tuesday, October 12th, 2021 at the John Legend concert at the MGM National Harbor in a 25 person suite. Qualified meeting planners who send me a new hotel RFP with more than 100 total room nights within the next two weeks will be qualified to get a “seat in the suite”! Please contact me immediately to secure your VIP tickets for this “Suite” Client Event...

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Posted on May 6, 2021
Blog, Hotel Contract Negotiation

[vc_row full_screen_section_height="no"][vc_column][vc_video link="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z6jn8LzlHe4"][vc_column_text]Don't know what force majeure is, what it means or how you can use it to get out of your hotel contract liability? Let’s change that.  My name is Mark Dallman, the Hotel Contract Expert and a Meeting Planner’s Best Friend.   One thing that Covid has taught us is that hotel contracts matter, your Force Majeure Clause matters and having a hotel contract expert on your side will help alleviate your organization’s liability.  I create a Master Hotel Contract...

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Posted on May 6, 2021
Blog, Hotel Contract Negotiation

[vc_row full_screen_section_height="no"][vc_column][vc_video link="https://youtu.be/NyI8KBbDpfQ"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row full_screen_section_height="no"][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]Do you need to improve your meeting’s bottom line or are you interested in finding ways to generate more revenue with your upcoming meetings? Have you taken a look at the public health and safety clauses for your future contracts to help limit your organizations liability or do you need help making Covid revisions to your future hotel contracts?   My name is Mark Dallman, the Hotel Contract Expert and a Meeting Planner’s Best Friend and I’M...

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Posted on May 6, 2021
Blog, Hotel Contract Negotiation

[vc_row full_screen_section_height="no"][vc_column][vc_video link="https://youtu.be/xdrOOgL4Vgk"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row full_screen_section_height="no"][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]Do you have an old hotel contract that you’re stuck with? Huge rates? Huge attrition? Has the pandemic ruined your room block? I'M HERE TO HELP! I am the hotel contract expert and a meeting planner's best friend.   Nothing is worse than being stuck with a hotel contract that you didn’t negotiate or having a future hotel contract you know you won’t be able to fulfill.  My hotel contract expertise has helped dozens of meeting planners get out...

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