Carolyn Ent (Director of Events (Retired), Elon University)
Steve Whyte (Director of University Events & Protocol (Retired), University of the Pacific)
La'Zendra Danforth, CGMP (Director of Events, University of Central Florida College of Pharmacy)
Meg Umlas (Director of Development & Campaign Events,, Boston University)
Location: 224G
Date: Tuesday, March 28
Time: 11:15 am - 12:00 pm
Pass Type: All Access, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass, TSE Conference Pass, TSE Premium Pass
Track : TSE-AEP
Associations & Accreditations: AEP- & CSEP-approved
Vault Recording: TBD
Every event is important. Every event provides us one chance to get it right. There are some events that are just incredibly critical to the mission of your institution. Those events demand we provide every expert resource to ensure its success. Whether it’s a Campaign Announcement, Campaign Close, Inauguration, Presidential Tour, Homecoming, or any number of other critical events, hiring an external special event production company can be the difference between good and lasting greatness. In this session you will know when it makes sense to hire an outside contractor. What to look for in an outside contractor. And once you hire a special event production company, how to create that synergy in your team to give your institution the return on investment and create that positive memorable experience. Many Event Professionals often feel as though we can do it all ourselves. Successful Event Professionals know how to orchestrate the finest resources to exceed expectations.