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Destination Event Management: Crafting a Comprehensive Flight Plan

Melissa Brannon  (Founder/CEO of Fun, Uncommon Events)

Location: 303B

Date: Tuesday, February 25

Time: 11:15 am - 12:00 pm

Pass Type: All Access, Combined CS/TSE Conference Pass, TSE Conference Pass, TSE Premium Pass

Track: TSE-Event Planning, TSE-Event Mgmt & Production

Vault Recording: TBD

Audience Level: Intermediate

Embarking on event planning journeys beyond familiar landscapes may exude allure, yet comes hand in hand with its own set of intricacies and hurdles. In this insightful session, I will unveil a meticulously curated "flight plan" tailored for orchestrating seamless events in diverse locales like Canouan, St Vincent and the Grenadines, Riviera Maya, MX, and London, UK.

Delve into the intricacies of destination event management and equip yourself with invaluable insights. Key focal points of this presentation will encompass, but not be limited to, essential topics such as formulating a meticulous budget that aligns with your client's vision, scouting the perfect venue to complement the event's essence, harmonizing your design elements with the unique characteristics of the setting, adeptly navigating client and guest expectations, unraveling the complexities of shipping logistics and duty fees, and handpicking top-tier vendors to cultivate an exceptional event execution team.