Conference and Event Planners

Conference and event planners organize and coordinate services for conferences, events, functions, banquets and seminars. Tasks include - (a) promoting conferences, conventions and trade shows to potential customers; (b) responding to inquiries concerning services provided and costs for room and equipment hire, catering and related services; (c) meeting with clients to discuss their needs and outlining package options to meet these needs; (d) arranging and coordinating services such as conference facilities, catering, signage, displays, audiovisual and computer equipment, accommodation, transport and social events for participants, and logistical arrangements for presenters; (e) organizing registration of participants; (f) negotiating the type and costs of services to be provided within budget; (g) overseeing work by contractors and reporting on variations to work orders. Examples of the occupations classified here: - Conference and event organizer - Conference planner - Wedding planner.