Event Planning DYNAMIC CAREER OPTIONS

High Return on Investment

Corporate Event Planners Matter  Time and cost savings  Contract negotiation  Ease of communication and sharing of data  Streamlined systems and processes  Enhanced professionalism

Impact  Determine purpose or message  Search for meeting sites  Responsible for meeting logistics  Oversee finances  Negotiate contracts  Measure success of event

Corporate & Association Events  New product launches  Annual meetings  Sales, Training, or management meetings  Yearly convention  Big source of revenue  Relevance is critical

Charity Balls, Social, and Fundraising Events  The mission always comes first  Consider a theme or motif  Parties and weddings  Range from BBQ to formal

Sample Budget

Sample Attendance Analysis

Sample Timeline Time Prior to Event Keep Your Meeting On Track 6 mos - 1 yr 4 mos3 mos mos 7 days 1. Identify purpose of event  2. Identify market: profession, background, skill level  3. Identify format (lectures, panels, workshops)  4. Book facilities  5. Set agenda for event  6. Prepare budget estimates  7. Confirm all arrangements  8. Finalize facility setup and equipment  9. Finalize food guarantees 