Sector Training Activities

Creating Effective Events

Why are some events so successful and others a bit of a flop?

Join us to explore what it takes to make a great event and how to run one on-time and on-budget!

Taking you step by step through the event management process, this course is ideal for people planning either internal or public events, such as conferences, fundraisers, seminars, open days or social events.

Presented by a nationally-award-winning event manager, this accessible and enjoyable day will change the way you plan, implement and deliver your event.

This course includes useful case studies and a range of helpful links, tools and templates to help you apply the skills learned in your organisation.

Topics include:

• Developing purpose-driven events
• Event planning and timeline
• Promoting your event
• Allocating roles
• Managing staff and volunteers
• Food and beverage basics
• Licences, permits and legalities
• Risk management issues
• Venues and equipment
• Making events sustainable and accessible