Event Planner
Current• Plan and Organize Travels• Finalizing Entry VisasResponsible for event coordination activities.• Conduct Standalones worldwide • Manages big events such as launches, lectures, standalone workshops • Come up with suggestions to enhance the event’s success• Ability to see the “big picture” and meet objectives in all stages of event planning, design, and production.• Travelling to onsite inspections and events• Able to conduct market research and gather information.• Negotiating contracts.• Able to articulately propose ideas to improve services and event quality.• Management and organizational skills needed to oversee facilities and manage all event details such as décor, catering, entertainment, transportation, location, invitee list, special guests, equipment, promotional material, etc.• Proactive approach to handling issues and troubleshooting any emerging problems on the event day.• Research skills to identify event opportunities, understand the market, and generate interest.• third party contracts.• Sourced and negotiated with vendors, such as caterers, venues, entertainers, and decorators• Coordinate all workshops details and produce a program itinerary / working agenda that outlines all program specifics and requirements.• Work with accounting to complete final bill, review final billing prior to final invoicing to client.• Develop positive relationships with multiple contacts within client and supplier organizations.• Manage overall events budget, and ensuring cost-effectiveness • Review and audit all billing for accuracy. Track and report expenses to the company and communicate changes on a consistent basis.
