- Title:Event In A Box
- Category:Planning & Logistics
- Level:All
- Instructor:Howard Givner
- Length:42 min
- Posted:9/14/2012
Overview
If you're an "occasional" planner and are in charge of an important event, this series of videos will help give you a solid overview of 5 key areas you'll need to be mindful of in planning your event. This series was created with the goal of giving you a short, but impactful, overview of some of the key factors you should be aware of when embarking on the planning process.
Learning Outcomes
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Learn how live events differ from other marketing vehicles and how to leverage the unique power of events to help achieve your goals.
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Identify several tips in researching and negotiating venues for your event.
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Learn whether electronic or paper invitations is right for you, and key tips for maximizing the impact of online registration.
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Be aware of key mistakes that novice planners often make, and tactics for avoiding them.

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