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Complimentary Hotel Sourcing & Contract Negotiation Services

SD Meetings utilize our industry contacts and knowledge to find you the perfect hotel and meeting space. We secure the best room rates and contract terms, at no cost to you.

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Insider Knowledge

20 years of sourcing expertise informs our process.

Informed Negotiations

No more negotiating blind. We know what a good proposal looks like.

Industry Partnerships

Our partners prioritize our requests for proposals, putting us face to face with the best deals.

Impactful Results

Strategic sourcing leads to the best value for your organization.

Corporate event manager

Hotels negotiate contracts every day.

 

So do we.

Most organizations only source hotels occasionally, which means they’re negotiating contracts, concessions, and pricing without knowing industry standards.

SD Meetings & Events helps clients avoid hidden costs, secure favorable terms, and confidently navigate hotel negotiations with insider expertise from over 15 years in hotel management.

We Will Find The Right Venue For Your Goals

Hear From Our Clients

“I highly recommend SD Meetings, especially for venue sourcing and negotiation. Their years of experience, knowledge of our event needs, and ability to secure the best rates help our bottom line and ensure a great experience for our participants. SD Meetings makes things easy!”

Glennon Stratton

Director, STEAM Initiatives

The SD Meetings team has been strong advocates on our behalf, helping us identify opportunities for cost savings, negotiate concessions when needed, and make informed decisions that support quality and fiscal sustainability.

Whitney Triplett

Vice President, Hatching Results

Our Hotel Sourcing Process

Ideas & Determination

We start by collaborating with the client to understand their goals, preferences, and vision for the event. During this phase, we also define key event details such as preferred dates, potential locations, and the anticipated number of rooms.

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Ideas & Determination

We start by collaborating with the client to understand their goals, preferences, and vision for the event. During this phase, we also define key event details such as preferred dates, potential locations, and the anticipated number of rooms.

Glasses placed on a notebook, symbolizing ideas, focus, and determination in the process of hotel venue selection for corporate events
Modern hotel with sleek architecture, representing the destination search process for corporate events, meetings, and incentive trips

Destination Search

Our team conducts a thorough search for potential destinations, considering factors like accessibility, amenities, and attractions that align with the client’s vision to ensure the best possible fit.

 

Destination Search

Our team conducts a thorough search for potential destinations, considering factors like accessibility, amenities, and attractions that align with the client’s vision to ensure the best possible fit.

 

Modern hotel with sleek architecture, representing the destination search process for corporate events, meetings, and incentive trips

Results & Negotiation

We present a detailed summary of top hotel options, including room availability, event space configurations, amenities, and pricing. After gathering client feedback, we engage in negotiations to secure the most favorable terms.

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Results & Negotiation

We present a detailed summary of top hotel options, including room availability, event space configurations, amenities, and pricing. After gathering client feedback, we engage in negotiations to secure the most favorable terms.

Two people shaking hands, symbolizing successful negotiation and results in the context of event planning and corporate partnerships managed by SD Meetings
Event being executed at a hotel with a beautifully set dinner tables, showcasing SD Meetings' expertise in event planning and coordination for corporate events

Selection & Execution

Once the best hotel is selected, we facilitate the booking process, manage contracts, set up room blocks, and provide ongoing support to ensure seamless accommodation arrangements for attendees.

Selection & Execution

Once the best hotel is selected, we facilitate the booking process, manage contracts, set up room blocks, and provide ongoing support to ensure seamless accommodation arrangements for attendees.

Event being executed at a hotel with a beautifully set dinner table, showcasing SD Meetings' expertise in event planning and coordination for corporate events

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