How to Host a Great Event!

your how to guide for event planning

How to Host a Great Event! Steps to a great event:Set your goalsDefine your audienceDetermine date, time and venue for eventDetermine event themeDetermine the event budgetInvite attendees

PublicizeSet event agendaConfirm all plansSet up eventExecute eventFollow up

Set your goalsIt is important to set realistic goals for your event. Goals should be set in terms of attendees and the desired event outcome.Goal of attendanceHow many people do you want to participate in your event?Goal of outcome What do you want the outcome of your event to be / what do you want people to think of your event?

Define your audienceClearly define who you want to attend your event. This will contribute in the later steps such as theme and venue.Having a good understanding of your target audience will prevent common complaints by attendeesDetermine date, time and venue for eventSelecting the date, time and venue that will work with your target audience. You want an event that will fit in their schedules as well as a venue that they will feel comfortable in.Contact the venue as soon as you can! Most venues for events require ample time for booking.