Event Management
Successful events have all of those related pieces coming together at the right time and the right place, smoothly, efficiently and according to plan. This process is called event management. It is, in simple terms, project management of the event itself.

Event management involves creating, coordinating, and managing all the different components of an event as well as the teams of people responsible for each aspect. Some aspects of event management may include but are not limited to:
●Reserving a location for an event
●Coordinating outside vendors
●Developing a parking plan
●Designing emergency contingency plans
●Ensuring compliance with health and safety standards
●Managing staff responsible for each function
●Overseeing execution of an event
●Monitoring of the event
●Resolving event situations on site

Event Planning
All events – from bridal showers to milestone birthday celebrations to big corporate gatherings – begin with a plan of some sort. The initial discussions with clients regarding event ideas, themes, desirable dates, and budget guidelines are all part of the event planning process.

Event planning starts at the beginning, from the very early stages of concept and continues all the way until the actual event takes place.  Event planning involves working closely with the client to design an event that reflects the client’s vision of the gathering and meets the event’s objective. Clients who hire an event planner hire someone to plan all aspects of the event, including the related details and action items, and to see that event through until its completion.

Event planning responsibilities can include but are not limited to:
●Selecting an overall theme for the event
●Developing a budget
●Selecting a venue
●Negotiating hotel contracts
●Hiring outside vendors
●Planning the menu
●Hiring a caterer
●Arranging for guest speakers or entertainment
●Coordinating transportation
●Choosing the color scheme
●Developing invitations