Elements of Venue Selection

• access
• acoustics & sound proofing
• activities & entertainment
• air conditioning
• availability and costs
• availability and nature of local transport for people, goods & equipment
• break-out rooms
• capacities,
• carnet requirements and tradeshow exemption policies
• ceiling heights
• conflicting activities
• cooperation
• environmental impact and attitudes
• financial stability
• floor loading capacity
• food quality
• industrial relations record
• language and translators
• licensing and liquor laws
• lighting
• lines of sight
• local etiquette, regulations & requirements
• local holidays
• management practice & capability
• OH&S record
• onsite and nearby attractions
• parking
• political environment
• presentation
• ratings & service standards
• reservation and deposit policies
• security
• services & utilities
• storage facilities
• venue management policy and expertise
• visas
• weather