Whether a conference, awards gala, or fundraising dinner, event planning can be a monumental task. However, setting goals and planning well in advance are keys to pulling off a successful event. Uncover the roles and mindset of the event planner and the planning process, everything from event management to budgeting, evaluation, and how to be prepared for when things go wrong.
Learning objectives for this session may include:
- Understanding the role of the event planner and the mindset necessary to oversee successful event coordination.
- Developing an event planning process that incorporates budgeting, project management, risk management, communication, and evaluation tools.
- Employing strategies to solve event issues such as logistics, technology, etc.
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Session Duration
This course consists of two 2-hour sessions.
Contact Hours
4
Instructor
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Naomi Gonzales is the Library Services Trainer & MOLIB2GO Coordinator at Amigos. She has over ten years of library experience in academic and medical libraries, and most recently served as a federal contractor in support of The National Library of Medicine’s MedlinePlus consumer health website. Her professional interests include web accessibility, usability, and community outreach. In her personal life, Naomi enjoys befriending stray cats, volunteering at her local farmer’s market, and playing cozy video games.