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Special Event Recon: The Ultimate Site Walk Thru Guide for Off Premise Catering!

Roy Porter  (Activities Director, Engage-Works Inc.)

Location: Grand Ballroom H

Date: Tuesday, February 25

Time: 8:30 am - 9:30 am

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

Track: CS-Events, CS-Off-Premise Catering

Vault Recording: TBD

Audience Level: All

"Slow is smooth. Smooth is fast!" —Tier One Operators Motto
The prospect asks, "Can you do an event at a new and different location?"
Before you say, "Yes" and provide a proposal, you must walk the site.
No one likes surprises and this session details how to do a comprehensive site walk to eliminate surprises and look for upsell opportunities.
This is a practical guide for those new to off premise catering and a refresher for seasoned pros. You will know what to look for, the important questions that need asking, and learn mistakes to avoid.
Attendees will be given access to a 32-page downloadable guide with checklists gleaned from 19+ years of planning and executing events.