Download or read book A Meeting Planner s Guide to Catered Events written by Patti J. Shock and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2008-10-20 with total page 643 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Food and beverage is the largest portion of a meeting budget, but most meeting and event planners have no formal background in purchasing and managing this expense. This guide helps event, meeting, and convention planners save money, negotiate contracts, deal with catering managers, and successfully manage the food and beverage aspect of their event. Covering everything from styles of service to on-premise and off-premise considerations to food and beverage contract negotiation, this book is a comprehensive and accessible reference for event planners and students.

Download or read book The Convention and Meeting Planner s Handbook written by Michele Voso and published by . This book was released on 1990 with total page 216 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A guide to organizing a meeting. Gives an overview, then considers: choice of a city; block reservations; analyzing the convention center; safety; communications. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

Download or read book Meeting Planners Handbook written by San Antonio Convention and Visitors Bureau and published by . This book was released on 1993 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book The Meeting Planners Guide to Logistics and Arrangements written by Stanley Mark Wolfson and published by Institute for Meeting & Conference Management. This book was released on 1986 with total page 350 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Miziker s Complete Event Planner s Handbook written by Ron Miziker and published by UNM Press. This book was released on 2015-05-15 with total page 393 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Gold Winner for Reference in Foreword Reviews' 2015 INDIEFAB Book of the Year Awards With decades of experience as a gala event planner, award-winning director and producer Ron Miziker presents the ultimate guide to planning and executing every special event in this one-of-a-kind guidebook. For professionals and beginners alike, it is designed to be a quick reference for ensuring that any exciting, educational, or entertaining event comes together on time and within budget. The book includes essential information about critical subjects, proven suggestions, and personal anecdotes to make your event memorable and successful. Whether your questions concern layout, techniques, terminology, protocol, quantities, or procedures, this book has the answers with quick-to-understand charts and diagrams that illustrate key information to make the event great—be it a sales meeting, wedding, awards dinner, community festival, concert, fund-raiser, cocktail party, grand opening, political rally, formal dinner, exhibition, press announcement, family celebration, or informal gathering at home.

Download or read book Event Planning and Management written by Ruth Dowson and published by Kogan Page Publishers. This book was released on 2015-09-03 with total page 328 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The events industry is an exciting, innovative, diverse and highly challenging environment in which to work. Event Planning and Management offers a structured, practical approach to all types of events, from the initial planning, to final evaluating stages. It introduces the key models and theories but focuses on the practical side of building and working with a team, choosing a location, creating a programme, dealing with stakeholders and sponsors, promoting the event, essential financial and procurement considerations and finally evaluating the event. Each stage of the process is fully supported with online resources including templates and discussion questions to make up a complete event planner's toolkit. Balancing coverage of the key theory and models with essential practical guidance, tools and case studies from organizations such as London 2012 and the Prince's Trust, Event Planning and Management is an ideal handbook for students and practitioners alike. About the PR in Practice series: Published in collaboration with the Chartered Institute of Public Relations (CIPR), the PR in Practice series comprises accessible, practical introductions to day-to-day issues of public relations practice and management. The series' action-oriented approach keeps knowledge and skills up to date.

Download or read book The Meeting Planners Handbook written by San Antonio Convention and Visitors Bureau and published by . This book was released on 1985 with total page 107 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Instructor s Manual to Accompany a Meeting Planner s Guide to Catered Events written by Shock and published by . This book was released on 2008-09-18 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book The Complete Idiot s Guide to Meeting Event Planning 2E written by Lynn Johnson Golabowski and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2006-03-07 with total page 404 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: You’re no idiot, of course. You know you can’t throw a corporate function together overnight—especially if you want to impress clients, shareholders, and upper management. Whether you’re prepared to tackle the task yourself or you’re considering hiring a professional, you want your event to be a stellar occasion to remember. The Complete Idiot’s Guide® to Meeting and Event Planning, Second Edition, will show you how to organize any company gathering on time and on budget, whether you’re hosting 10 or 10,000. In this revised and updated Complete Idiot’s Guide®, you get: • Up-to-date information on planning and budgeting software, phone and data lines, audio and video, and satellite bookings. • Expanded coverage on international conferences—via remote, abroad, or by international components. • Ideas for smoothly dealing with last-minute glitches and crises.

Download or read book The Complete Idiot s Guide to Meeting and Event Planning written by Robin E. Craven and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2006 with total page 404 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A revised handbook on how to plan a meeting or conference addresses site selection, contract negotiation, publicity, entertainment, scheduling, setting up and breaking down, event logistics, menus, A/V requirements, budgeting and expenses, and emergencies. Original.

Download or read book The Meeting Planning Process written by Mary Jo Wiseman and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2016-10-10 with total page 46 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "The Meeting Planning Process -- A Guide to Planning Successful Meetings" by Certified Meeting Professional Mary Jo Wiseman offers a common sense approach to managing the meeting planning process based on the knowledge and experience she garnered over a 20+ year career as a corporate meeting and event coordinator. The author's systematic approach to project management helped her to get and stay focused on the task at hand while handling multiple details, projects and deadlines throughout her career and she wants to share her secrets for success with others. The author firmly believes it is NOT just one person who makes a meeting or event happen, but rather a well led TEAM of dedicated, enthusiastic, talented individuals who come together to do what they do best to help organizations EXCEED PROGRAM OBJECTIVES and make them SHINE. It is the PROCESS or system used to get started that can either keep you on track or send you off the rails. This Guide offers a practical overview of the entire planning process for people just starting out in the business or meeting planning veterans alike, and offers keen insights and valuable tips to help CREATE the perfect EXPERIENCE for their audience by staying true to the basic elements of the planning process. It is intended to lead people through the proper steps and the sequence of tasks involved in planning a meeting such as: Establishing a Planning or Design Team; Developing an Overall Plan; Budgeting; Site Selection; Communications; Contract Review and more. The Guide also includes handy templates developed by the author -- a Meeting Time Line; Overall Plan; and Request for Proposal as well as descriptions and diagrams of possible room set-ups.

Download or read book Event Planning written by Judy Allen and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2009-04-16 with total page 447 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This bestselling all-in-one guide to the event planning business is back and better than ever, fully updated and revised to reflect the very latest trends and best practices in the industry. This handy, comprehensive guide includes forms, checklists, and tips for managing events, as well as examples and case studies of both successful and unsuccessful events. Judy Allen (Toronto, ON, Canada) is founder and President of Judy Allen Productions, a full-service event planning production company.

Download or read book Event Planner s Handbook Tips and Techniques for Success written by Anand Vemuld and published by Anand Vemula. This book was released on with total page 92 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Event Planner's Handbook: Tips and Techniques for Success" is an indispensable resource for both aspiring and seasoned event planners, offering a wealth of practical guidance, expert insights, and proven strategies to ensure the success of any event. The book begins by laying the foundation for effective event planning, covering essential topics such as understanding client needs, setting objectives, and creating comprehensive event briefs. Readers are guided through the entire event planning process, from initial concept development to post-event evaluation, with each chapter providing actionable tips and techniques drawn from real-world experiences. One of the key strengths of "Event Planner's Handbook" lies in its emphasis on versatility and adaptability. Recognizing that no two events are alike, the book equips readers with the tools and techniques needed to tailor their approach to different types of events, audiences, and objectives. Whether planning a corporate conference, a wedding, or a charity gala, readers will find practical advice and customizable templates to streamline their planning process and deliver exceptional results. Moreover, the handbook addresses common challenges encountered by event planners and offers strategies for overcoming them with confidence. From managing tight budgets and navigating vendor relationships to troubleshooting on-the-day emergencies, readers will gain valuable insights into the art of problem-solving and crisis management in the fast-paced world of event planning. In addition to its focus on practical skills, "Event Planner's Handbook" underscores the importance of creativity and innovation in event design and execution. Readers are encouraged to think outside the box, explore new trends, and incorporate unique elements that will leave a lasting impression on attendees. Overall, "Event Planner's Handbook: Tips and Techniques for Success" is a comprehensive guide that equips event planners with the knowledge, skills, and confidence needed to orchestrate flawless events that exceed client expectations. With its blend of practical advice, expert insights, and inspirational ideas, this handbook is sure to become an invaluable companion for anyone passionate about the art of event planning.

Download or read book The Meeting Planners Complete Guide to Negotiating written by Stanley M. Wolfson and published by Inst for Meeting & Conference. This book was released on 1984-06-01 with total page 270 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Crisis Management Handbook written by Debi Scholar and published by CreateSpace. This book was released on 2013-06 with total page 88 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Meeting Planners are faced with dangerous incidents that affect the success of their meetings and events. The Crisis Management Handbook provides a powerful look at the strategic, operations, and tactical activities to manage your duty-of-care responsibilities and prepare for the chaos that may occur in times of crisis. The four-step risk mitigation model and step-by-step solutions are guaranteed to supplement your Crisis Management Plans. The Handbook offers guidance for active shooter attacks, bomb threats, natural disasters, and many other crises. The checklists and resources provided will inevitably get you started on preparing your own Crisis Management Plan. Debi Scholar and Susan Losurdo are experts in the hospitality industry and their Handbook will benefit anyone who plans meetings and events.

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