Planning Successful Meetings and Events

by Ann J. Boehme

Book Overview

"Planning a meeting or event is no easy task. Just ask any of the administrative staffers who are increasingly being asked to do it. One minor mistake -- a plane ticket that doesn't arrive on time, not enough vegetarian meals at the luncheon, the wrong kind of audio/visual equipment -- can mean big trouble. Now this handy little how-to guide takes secretaries and assistants through the entire process step-by-step. From site selection and registration do's and don'ts to negotiating with vendors and food and beverage planning, this book gives them everything they need to get a meeting planned right. Packed with floor plans, checklists, glossaries of industry-specific terms, lists of resources, and more, Planning Successful Meetings and Events is sure to transform any take-charge assistant into the Martha Stewart of meeting and event planning. It's a good thing."

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0814479952
• ISBN13: 9780814479957
• Release Date: November 1998
• Publisher: Amacom
• Length: 128 Pages
• Weight: 0.75 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 5.9" x 8.9"
• Age Range: 17 years and up
• Grade Range: Grade 12 and higher

Customer Reviews

Great planning resource

Since my position recently acquired the duties of meeting planning, I have found this book to be written in a manner that is easy to reference. It is written by an individual who actually did the type of job most planners hold so you get realistic and practical tips. Well written and I will definitely use on a regular basis.

great overview guide

This book is really easy to follow, with checklists and short paragraphs on every area. It's a great resource for those who are getting started in planning or those who want a handy checklist to make sure they don't forget areas. Professional planners may find much of the information basic, but a good refresher.

A very de-tailed and practical manual for meeting planning.

A very de-tailed and practical manual of meeting planning. Could add more chapters on languages and interpretation and master of ceremonies to meet the need of international events planners.