1. Challenges of Working Within the Events Industry

2. YMEA  MEA is a national, independent non- profit organisation dedicated to showing excellence in all aspects of meetings management. It also promotes the value and effectiveness of meetings as an important high-yield sector of business travel and tourism.

3.  Event Management means big profits but it also involves discipline and precise planning.  Basically the client comes to the events manager with a brief idea/picture on an event  It then involves the event manager to elaborate on the idea an turn it into reality for the client. Overview

4.  Events could be anything from concerts, jubilee celebrations, business conferences, promotions, press conferences, product launches and farewells to television based events, fashion shows, wedding or parties… it can jut about e any sort of gathering.

5. Basic Framework  Basic Framework needs to be undertaken: from booking venues, booking artists, selecting menus, hunting sponsors, hires performers, arranging transport, contacts vendors, preparing marketing plans, working on the logistics, printing invitations etc.

6. People Challenges:  Acquiring networks and contacts within the business may take years to establish.  You may face working with colleagues or clients that are inflexible, or have incompetent networking skills, lack co-operation or poor negotiation skills.  This can make it difficult in the event industry as good teamwork is crucial which enhances the workflow, for the event to run smoothly.  One small error can effect the whole event and create havoc disrupting an entire schedule.

7.  Breakdowns in miscommunications between firms or individuals can occur which can lead to conflict which leads to set backs or mishaps in the schedule.  Different ideas, attitudes, and values can also be a issue if others are not welcome to negotiate.

8. Costs  Costs play a major role and challenge to the event industry.  Budgeting an event is vital  Expenses such as audio/visuals, food and beverage prices, the rent/lease of a destination for the event.

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