Conferences come in a myriad of shapes and sizes and have an equally diverse range of human motivation giving them impetus.

Matt Crouch delves into some of the issues that surround events - insurance, cancellation and "force majeure".

Matthew Crouch delves into the murky waters of contracting.

Matthew Crouch says defining your service is a business imperative.

Matthew Crouch revisits the hot topic of commissions, aiming once and for all to explain what the fuss is all about.

In this column Matt Crouch provides some tips on negotiation.

Matthew Crouch has undertaken his fair share of negotiations, and provides a few tips on helping you get what you want.

Matthew Crouch delves once more into the frightening world of words that can potentially bite.

Matthew Crouch says when it comes to event sponsorship you have to get it right with your contracts.

Matt Crouch says we should look beyond the current economic climate and plan for the future.

OK, I'll admit it. I have a real prejudice. Certain things ought to be banned from use! This time I thought we'd look at some highly inflammatory stuff. Stuff that can really burn you.