How to Host an Event: A Presentation on Real World Event Planning
MEETING DATE: 15 OCTOBER 2008
DOORS OPEN: 11:30AM
PRICE: $20 ( Includes Lunch )
LOCATION: EMBASSY SUITES
TOWN: ROGERS, ARKANSAS
Planning an event can seem very simple; schedule a date and time, locate a venue and invite a few people, but the truth of the matter is that event planning takes a good deal of time and consideration and maintaining a calm and focused approach during the process can make or break you, your company or the event itself.
The reality of the situation is a little more complex; budgeting, setting a date and a potential alternate date, reservation of the event site, acquiring proper permits if necessary, coordinating transportation and parking, print and radio advertising, arranging speakers and alternate speakers, planning the decor, proper vendor space allocation, restroom facility provisions, emergency plans, cleanup, event insurance and don’t forget about hiring staff and security. Just reading this list is enough to overwhelm most of us but keep in mind that event planning is a career field complete with professional training and informative techniques to help us cope and create the best event possible.
This October Women In Networking welcomes Lea Ann Van Winkle-Gisler, President of Southern Hospitality Management Company (SHMC). Ms Van Winkle-Gisler will be presenting an informative how-to on the management of real world event planning. She is a management professional who understands the absolute necessity of outstanding customer service and has been involved in event planning for the last ten years.
Currently, Ms. Van Winkle-Gisler’s company, SHMC produces and manages events throughout Arkansas and the neighboring region. Her signature in the industry is attention to detail and commitment to first class service. Southern Hospitality Management Company is a working example of how effective relational marketing and strong customer service produces a growing, successful business.
Some of Southern Hospitality Management Company’s clients include: The Arkansas Hospitality Association, The Dallas Ft. Worth Area Tourism Council, Clarke Alto, Cox Communications, Pepper Source, The AMP – Arkansas Music Pavilion, The City of Fayetteville Police and Community Resource Departments as well as many others.
We hope you will be able to join us this October for this enlightening presentation and the next event you plan will be a little ahead of the curve.