Professional Event Coordination (Wiley Desktop Editions) [Hardcover]

Julia Rutherford Silvers (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: November 10, 2003 | ISBN-10: 0471263052 | ISBN-13: 978-0471263050 | Edition: 1

Introducing a clear path toward event excellence

A comprehensive guide to essential competencies for event coordinators,Professional Event Coordination examines the full event planning process and provides the tools and strategies to effectively procure, organize, implement, and monitor all the products, services, and service providers that will bring an event to life.

After establishing each layer of the anatomy of an event, this in-depth guide covers:

• Event design
• Project management techniques
• Site selection and development
• Infrastructure services
• Entertainment possibilities
• Food and beverage options
• Safety and security
• Inviting attendees

In addition to dozens of checklists, tables, and figures, this complete guidebook is enhanced with On-Site Insights (real-world examples), Technology Tips, and Exercises in Professional Event Coordination (reinforcement exercises that help in preparation for the CSEP certification exam).

A versatile tool that is effective for all types of events-for small functions with ten guests to major festivals with 10,000 attendees - Professional Event Coordination is a valuable book for every professional who works events, including event managers, caterers, event planners, and hotel and food and beverage managers.

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From the Back Cover

Introducing a clear path toward event excellence

A comprehensive guide to essential competencies for event coordinators

Professional Event Coordination examines the full event planning process and provides the tools and strategies to effectively procure, organize, implement, and monitor all the products, services, and service providers that will bring an event to life. After establishing each layer of the anatomy of an event, this in-depth guide covers:

• Event design
• Project management techniques
• Site selection and development
• Infrastructure services
• Entertainment possibilities
• Food and beverage options
• Safety and security
• Inviting attendees

In addition to dozens of checklists, tables, and figures, this complete guidebook is enhanced with On-Site Insights (real-world examples), Technology Tips, and Exercises in Professional Event Coordination (reinforcement exercises that help in preparation for the CSEP certification exam).

A versatile tool that is effective for all types of events–for small functions with ten guests to major festivals with 10,000 attendees–Professional Event Coordination is a valuable book for every professional who works events, including event managers, caterers, event planners, and hotel and food and beverage managers.

The Wiley Event Management Series–Series Editor, Dr. Joe Goldblatt, CSEP
The Wiley Event Management Series provides professionals with the essential knowledge and cutting-edge tools they need to excel in one of the most exciting and rapidly growing sectors of the hospitality and tourism industry. Written by recognized experts in the field, the volumes in the series cover the research, design, planning, coordination, and evaluation methods as well as specialized areas of event management.

About the Author

JULIA RUTHERFORD SILVERS, CSEP, is an adjunct faculty member in the Tourism and Convention Administration Department of the University of Nevada in Las Vegas, and has served as curriculum consultant and lecturer for The George Washington University Event Management Program in Washington, D.C. She has authored numerous books, magazine articles, and event management programs. A three-time International Special Events Society Esprit Award winner, she lectures all over the world on professional event management practices and has served on the Board of Governors and the Certification Committee of ISES.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 496 pages
• Publisher: Wiley; 1 edition (November 10, 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0471263052
• ISBN-13: 978-0471263050
• Product Dimensions: 9.5 x 7.7 x 1.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #298,217 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Resource for professional event managers, February 25, 2008

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Saad M. Ali (Karachi, Pakistan) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Professional Event Coordination (Wiley Desktop Editions) (Hardcover)

I am a professional event manager and bought this book to help teach an event management class at a business school. It was the best decision i ever made. Extremely comprehensive and very well written. Covers all aspects of event management

9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Event Planning "How To", September 13, 2007

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Steven F. Whyte - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Professional Event Coordination (Wiley Desktop Editions) (Hardcover)

It's all here. For the person just starting out, this book is a must have. For those who have been in the business for a long time, the book is still a great resource.

8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars New Class Textbook, September 2, 2007

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Marianne McNulty - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Professional Event Coordination (Wiley Desktop Editions) (Hardcover)

I have always been a disciple of Julia Silvers' work. This book will serve in 2008 as the textbook for my new class entitled "Everything about Events". I am delighted with the robust information available throughout this book.