Be sure you've considered how you're covered for:

• Fire or other serious damage to your venue
• Workers' compensation for any temporary workers you may use
• Cash and large check exposure
• Any valuable equipment you'll be taking with you
• Catastrophic events
• Ill-advised use of liquor, medical care
• Special insurance required for meetings held on cruise ships or out of the country
• Make sure your subcontractors, security, florist, decorator, etc. is sufficiently protected, so you won't incur their liability
• Require your exhibitors to carry their own liability insurance and be responsible for their property
• Coverage for ancillary events (boat rides, balloon rides) which have special insurance implications
• Have your name added to any charter transportation's insurance during your event