Event Planner

What is an Event Planner?

An event planner arranges special events for corporate or private clients. These occasions may be conventions, meetings, banquets or parties. The planner is responsible for all the details of the event including location, transportation, food, entertainment, invitations, and arranging accommodations for the attendees.

Skills

*Attention to detail *Ability to meet deadlines *Organization *Creativity *Marketing skills *Communication skills

Resources

• Event Planner

• Event Pros Mailing List

• Meetings Industry Mall

• Event Essentials

• Event Source

• Event Resource Guide

• Event Planner: What It’s Like

• Meeting Professionals International

• Meeting Planner Tips

Publications

• Special Events Magazine

• Meetings and Conventions

• Successful Meetings

• Event Web

Software

• Ultimate Event Planner

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