Creating special events may look easy to those who attend, but to do it well requires a great deal of knowledge, creativity and organizational skill. Event Management Simplified contains a wealth of information and how-to knowledge that can be used by both seasoned event planners and those just learning the ropes. Contained within these pages is information about: - Skills needed to be an event professional and where to find jobs - Insider tips and strategies for "thinking outside of the box" - Identifying event demographics and laying a strong foundation - Examples, systems, timelines and worksheets for all event elements - Determining if committees are needed and how to keep them on track - Ideas for recruiting sponsors, donors, exhibitors and attendees - Risk management, obtaining permits, and working with jurisdictions - Elements of negotiating contracts with venues, vendors and others - Food and beverage tactics for menu planning, service and contracting - Ways to market and promote your event - Creating site plans and logistics schedules - Contracting for stage, sound, lighting, electronic media, entertainment - Using volunteers for maximum effect - Pre- and post-event activities The easy-to-read format and systems in Event Management Simplified have been successfully used by event planners of all skill levels and by academic institutions as a teaching tool. We guarantee this book will pay for itself many times over in time and financial gain.
Creating special events may look easy to those who attend, but to do it well requires a great deal of knowledge, creativity and organizational skill. Event Management Simplified contains a wealth of information and how-to knowledge that can be used by both seasoned event planners and those just learning the ropes. Contained within these pages is information about: - Skills needed to be an event professional and where to find jobs - Insider tips and strategies for "thinking outside of the box" - Identifying event demographics and laying a strong foundation - Examples, systems, timelines and worksheets for all event elements - Determining if committees are needed and how to keep them on track - Ideas for recruiting sponsors, donors, exhibitors and attendees - Risk management, obtaining permits, and working with jurisdictions - Elements of negotiating contracts with venues, vendors and others - Food and beverage tactics for menu planning, service and contracting - Ways to market and promote your event - Creating site plans and logistics schedules - Contracting for stage, sound, lighting, electronic media, entertainment - Using volunteers for maximum effect - Pre- and post-event activities The easy-to-read format and systems in Event Management Simplified have been successfully used by event planners of all skill levels and by academic institutions as a teaching tool. We guarantee this book will pay for itself many times over in time and financial gain.
