Planning and producing seven hybrid regional sales meetings for a leading pharmaceutical company is no small feat—especially when the kickoff is scheduled for early January. That’s why advance planning is not just smart, it’s essential.
Our client engaged Meeting Logistics (MTG) to manage a series of 1.5-day regional sales meetings across seven locations, each tailored to accommodate regional teams while delivering consistent messaging company-wide. The meetings were designed to reaffirm the company’s mission, reflect on past performance, and align the field force on future goals—all while accommodating both in-person attendees and remote executive presenters.
Strategic Planning Starts Early
To hit the ground running in January, planning began in the spring prior to the new year. With multiple regions and hybrid components, this initiative demanded expert venue sourcing, budget control, and timeline management—hallmarks of our service model at MTG.
We began by conducting extensive venue research, vetting cities and hotels based on geographic accessibility, value, and cost alignment. Once selections were made, our team negotiated seven individual venue contracts, securing favorable rates, concessions, and cancellation terms.
Navigating Complexity in Hybrid Meeting Design
Executing hybrid regional sales meetings requires more than just logistics—it’s about creating a unified experience across regions, time zones, and delivery modes.
While each region met in person to promote team connection and engagement, corporate executives joined virtually, presenting to all regions across a shared schedule. This structure delivered cost efficiencies and leadership visibility without overextending executive travel.
Comprehensive Support from Start to Finish
Our services encompassed every detail of the project, ensuring a smooth, successful execution for all seven meetings:
• Meeting Management: End-to-end project oversight, ensuring consistency. compliance, and timely execution.
• Venue Sourcing & Contracting: Identified top-performing venues, negotiated best-in-class rates, and secured cost-effective terms.
• Attendee Management: From invitations to registration to check-in, we handled all attendee data with precision and care.
• Budget Development & Tracking: Built and managed tailored budgets for each region, ensuring financial visibility and accountability.
• Hotel & Function Space Logistics: Managed hotel room blocks and ensured optimal use of each hotel’s unique meeting spaces.
• Banquets & Catering: Curated dining experiences that elevated the in-person experience.
• AV & Technology Integration: Delivered reliable hybrid technology for seamless virtual participation.
• Virtual Meeting Oversight: Managed virtual speakers, presentation flow, and platform execution.
• Off-Site Event Coordination: Arranged and managed group dining and activities to enhance networking and morale.
Thank you to the following venues for working hand in hand with #mtglogistics to make our clients meetings successful:
AC Hotel by Marriott Orlando Downtown, Orlando, FL
Gaylord Texan Resort & Convention Center, Grapevine, TX
Grand Bohemian Lodge, Greenville, SC
JW Marriott Indianapolis, Indianapolis, IN
Kimpton Shorebreak Resort, Huntington Beach, CA
The Union Station, Nashville Yards, Nashville, TN
The Westin Governor Morris, Morristown, NJ
The MTG Difference
Executing multi-location hybrid meetings requires more than just coordination—it demands foresight, flexibility, and a trusted partner. At Meeting Logistics, we specialize in delivering high-impact pharmaceutical meetings that are compliant, on-budget, and attendee-focused.
Let’s talk now if your upcoming meeting calendar includes sales kickoffs, town halls, or regional field force meetings. The time to plan is now—and we’re ready to help you navigate every detail with precision.
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