Professional Event Coordination examines the full event planning process and provides the tools and strategies to effectively procure, organize, implement, and monitor all the products, services, and service providers that will bring an event to life. After establishing each layer of the anatomy of an event, this in-depth guide covers:

• Event design
• Project management techniques
• Site selection and development
• Infrastructure services
• Entertainment possibilities
• Food and beverage options
• Safety and security
• Inviting attendees

In addition to dozens of checklists, tables, and figures, this complete guidebook is enhanced with On-Site Insights (real-world examples), Technology Tips, and Exercises in Professional Event Coordination (reinforcement exercises that help in preparation for the CSEP certification exam).

A versatile tool that is effective for all types of events–for small functions with ten guests to major festivals with 10,000 attendees–Professional Event Coordination is a valuable book for every professional who works events, including event managers, caterers, event planners, and hotel and food and beverage managers.

Contents

Part I Assessment

1. Anatomy of an Event
2. Creating the Event Plan
3. Developing the Event Site
4. Providing the Event Infrastructure

Part II Anticipation and Arrival

5. Accommodating the Audience

Part III Atmosphere

6. Coordinating the Environment
7. Fundamentals of the Production

Part IV Activity

8. Staging an Engaging Experience
9. Ancillary Programs

Part V Appetite and Amenities

10. Food and Beverage Operations
11. Making Event Memories

Part VI Administration

12. Safe Operations
13. Vendors and Volunteers
14. Knowledge Management
15. Sustainable Success

Appendices

1. Sample Client Interview Form
2. Sample Change Order Form
3. Sample Site Inspection Checklist
4. Event “Survival” Kit
5. References

Index

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