2. Introduction
Welcome to the world of Global Event Management and thank you for taking the time to look over
this presentation!
Global Event Management is a full service event management organization with 35 years of
experience in all aspects of the travel and event coordination Environment. Global Event
Management believes that the desired outcome for an event should be the primary point of focus
when executing event specifics. We feel it is important to make an impact on guests to further
foster relationships that may be integral to the success of your business.
Professional Meetings are our practice and Incentive Events are our pleasure. We take pride in
working with our clients to develop extraordinary programs that accomplish training goals, improve
client relations, serve as a marketing platform, and even improve the employee experience. All of
our expertise is poured into our programs to help grow your business and reach your corporate
goals!
Timothy M Kuss
President and CEO
3. Pharma Events
Global Event Management has developed a simple system for the execution of Pharmaceutical
events. We realize that these events require specific attention to detail and that their outcome
directly reflects your company’s expertise in this field. Due to these factors, Global Event
Management designs and manages Medical Meetings to enhance your image in the Pharma
community, appropriately train integral study team participants, and give attendees a memorable
experience to encourage participation in future projects.
Investigator meetings are all very similar in nature. GEM makes your meetings stand out by
taking the basics and making them Extraordinary.
Global Event Management’s staff has over 35 years experience in event management, and has
spent the last 6 years focused on Pharmaceutical Events.
Event Specifics set events apart; Global Event Management has a great deal of experience in
selecting materials and producing printed products to inform and impress your guests.
4. GEM Services
Venue Selection
The selection of an appropriate site is a vital component to a successful event. GEM has
developed relationships with many large suppliers in order to provide your company with the
best locations at the best rates.
Feasibility Process
GEM will provide a complete and comprehensive budget proposal including all of the
specifics asked for by the client, including optional recommendations from GEM. This will
include a PowerPoint presentation with location specifics as well as a detailed budget
inclusive of all costs.
Pre-Meeting and On-Site Staffing
GEM will provide direct access to one of our experienced Event Specialists. This will ensure
one point of contact for your event and allow details to be handled in a timely fashion. GEM
will also provide on-site staffing to manage all aspects of your meeting and ensure a
seamless process for your guests.
Invitations
GEM will produce and distribute invitations to your guests via fax, email or hardcopy based
upon your requirements. All invitations will include information on how to register
immediately for the event.
Online Registration
To make the registration process as easy as possible for your guests GEM provides access
to your own online registration site which allows information to be collected and distributed
very easily.
5. GEM Services cont.
Guest Travel Arrangements
GEM is associated with a dedicated travel company to ensure an easy reservation process
for your guests. Our travel team will plan all aspects of your guests journey from their home
city to the chosen destination.
Travel Documents
GEM will produce and mail out travel documents to each of your guests which will include:
their airline itinerary, specifics on the event location, any paper tickets, travel agency contact
info, and information about what to do upon arrival. This ensures an easy travel process for
your guests.
Accommodations
GEM will make hotel arrangements for all of your guests according to their specific
requirements. We will also provide upgraded accommodations for VIPs upon request.
On-Site Transportation Services
GEM partners with Destination Management Companies in cities worldwide in order to
provide your guests with excellent and timely transportation to your event location. GEM will
also coordinate transportation to all off-site venues as well as schedule any city tours or
other excursions desired by your guests.
6. GEM Services cont.
On-Site Information Packet
GEM’s on-site staff will provide your guests with a packet of information upon arrival. This
packet will include itineraries, schedules, maps and other pertinent information to ensure
that your guests are well informed regarding meeting specifics.
Audio-Visual Specifications
GEM will see to all of your audio-visual needs: from staging, screens, projection, sound
equipment, OHP, video, audio, video recording, translators or any additional specifics you
may request.
Deliverables Development
GEM will accept all of your presentations and create event specific binders for all of your
participants based upon your needs. We will also print proprietary materials such as
luggage tags, off-site event menus, and can even aid in guest gift selection.
Confidentiality
Gem takes your company and your client’s confidentiality very seriously! It is important to
us to give our clients peace of mind in regards to their proprietary information, so GEM takes
all necessary precautions to ensure complete privacy.
7. GEM Services cont.
Special Services
Periodic Updates on participation
Direct access to Principles (Manny and Tim)
Hotel/Dietary Special Requests
On-Site Printing Services
On-Site Boarding Pass Printing
Pre and Post Meeting Arrangements
Post Meeting Assessment of GEM’s Services
Flexibility
At Gem our biggest goal is to accommodate any and all needs that you may have
concerning your event, even if its last minute. We pride ourselves on our ability to facilitate
fast changes to allow your event to be just what you need.
International Experience
With many years of experience working in countries around the world, GEM has made many
contacts which allow us to easily manage the rigorous details of international meetings.
From local knowledge to acquiring Visas for foreign travel, Gem can handle it all.
8. Why work with GEM?
• Our Extensive proposal process provides choices,
expertise, and a customized experience.
• GEM is a flexible organization here to serve you!
• GEM prides itself on being extremely price competitive.
• GEM provides an extensive range of services to set us
apart.
• GEM has an affiliation with a travel agency and does not
“farm out” travel services to save on your bottom line.
• Our strategic partnerships with hotels and transportation
companies save you money!
• Global Experience is a must when working around the
world!
9. What others are saying about us!
Bob Davis
Top qualities: Great Results, Good Value, High Integrity
• “GEM provided the arrangements for an Investigator's meeting
with a first time sponsor. Their patience and guidance coupled
with experience led to a very successful meeting. I highly
recommend GEM as a meeting planner.”
Tracy Owen
Top qualities: Great Results, Personable, Good Value
• “My company hired GEM to coordinate two large Investigator
Meetings. Their service was exemplary. He provided creative
well thought out proposed locales with which the client was very
pleased. Their attention to details provided for very organized
pleasurable events. I appreciated their constant availability
during the entire event, including technical assistance with
presentation equipment.”
10. GEM Contact Info
Timothy Kuss
President and CEO
P: 512.636.6190
F: 512.474.2615
Email: timk@gblem.com
Manny Linares
COO and CFO
P:512.636.6539
F:512.474.2615
Email: manny@gblem.com
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Global Event Management
5501 Balcones Dr #122
Austin, TX 78731