NO-COST MEETING & EVENTS SERVICES
GMI Worldwide provides no-cost meetings and events consultation to organizations around the world.
Meet Kristin
As a seasoned hospitality professional, Kristin works one-on-one with clients to help navigate critical meetings and events details such as hotel/venue RFP generation, site selection, negotiations and contracting.
Kristin Vines
COO
GMI Worldwide
HERE'S WHAT WE DO
I support organizations that host meetings and events with critical details, including;
Site Selection & Analysis
Any country, any city, even at sea, our global network sources markets based on the client’s specific needs to find a custom fit for each program.
RFP Generation
I help drive the request for proposal process, offering clients a comprehensive list of options in less than 48 hours, and my insight as to which hold the best value.
Contract Negotiations
My hospitality experience and industry relationships help assure my clients get the best overall value for their event, from best rates and concessions, to legal and financial protection.
Contract Review
Our involvement automatically earns you client-friendly clauses and concessions from the start. From there, I work to add additional protections and assure all negotiated details are in writing.
Vendor Assistance
When clients need help sourcing DMCs, transportation companies, audio-visual companies or entertainment, we tap our extensive network of industry partners to provide options.
Hospitality Educator
I work with first-time event planners, seasoned meetings professionals, and everyone between. I’m here to answer questions, offer insight, and help my clients navigate the process.
Our Value Proposition
Here’s what you can expect when you work with us.
Best Room Rates & Savings
Our purchasing power gets you lower hotel room rates, more comps, and more upgrades than can be negotiating directly with a hotel.
Single Point of Contact
Outline your needs once, and you’re done. Kristin is your dedicated, on-demand planning partner, with you every step of the way.
Minimized Liability
From attrition to force majeure, Kristin personally negotiates and reviews every contract on your behalf to maximize its value and minimize your exposure.
No Cost to You
We receive a placement payment from whatever hotel you select, so our help costs you nothing and our involvement never negatively impacts your rates.
Every Brand, All Around the World
We work with every major cruise line and hotel brand, as well as independent and boutique properties across the globe.
Happy Planners, Happy Attendees
Here’s what the people I help every day have to say.
“I use her to book all of my corporate meetings and events. No matter what resort or where in the world we are, she has negotiated some amazing contracts and always makes sure everything is in my best interest.”
“I have worked with Kristin on site selection and contracting for over 5 years. During this time, we have worked on events ranging from 10ppl – 1100ppl and she handles each piece of business as if it is her most important.”
“With her expert navigation of the negotiation process, true expertise on the hotel side, and thorough understanding of our conference needs, she helped us select venues that keep our annual conference vibrant and growing.”
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