Everyone knows that weddings are not cheap, but not many people do not know the real numbers. They just know the idea of a price tag, but not many people actually know what makes up that price tag - how it is distributed among goods and services necessary to put on an awesome show. That's when this infographic comes in handy, looking at various wedding expenses to give wedding planners and those planning on getting married an idea of what they should expect to spend on an average American wedding.

If it seems a bit too pricey, do not be afraid. The competitive economy is your best tool to find great deals on everything you need to plan a wedding on a budget. But sometimes the best thing you can do is hire a professional wedding planner, it takes the stress off your shoulders to actually enjoy the wedding.

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Yet events that draw hundreds and thousands of people rarely pay close attention to what colors are used in marketing collateral and throughout the venue.

The colors invoke emotional responses, they affect behavior, they affect decision making, and ultimately it comes down to increased attendance and satisfaction.

If you're one of those event planners, take a minute to review this excellent infographic about the psychology of color. Know what emotions and behaviors your event (and business) colors invoke, so you can use it to your advantage.

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Phoenix Convention Center at night.

The right venue is key to the success of any event. Finding the right space should be easy, once you know exactly what you need. Having a list of requirements doesn't only streamline your selection process, but it also helps you stay within your budget.

You want your event venue to be a perfect fit, physically and monetarily. Striking a balance between the two can be easy with proper planning and execution.

Here's a list of 16 tips to help you with the planning and execution of a successful event venue search:

1. Get your accommodation requirements straight

Once you know these, you can look for the best venue deal that will meet your needs. You can also check for added attractions — proximity to public transportation and local attractions.

2. Be clear about the details of your budget

List all of your venue expenses. This should include the costs of the facility, catering, equipment rentals, office services, guarantees and payment options. You also want to know what complimentary services the venue offers.

3. Consider your alternatives

If attendees are traveling from different areas, consider alternative venue sites that are cost friendly. For example, if you were originally planning to hold your event in Los Angeles, consider outlying areas like Irvine or Ontario for venues that will meet your requirements and provide exquisite service. This can save you hundreds of dollars. To facilitate research check out Cvent's Supplier Network (venue listings). You'll find comparative venue listings in specific cities and regions in the U.S. and outlying areas, including price comparisons on room rates, food costs, transportation options and weather forecasts, among others.

4. Factor in transportation

Will it help if your venue is close to an airport? Will your conference have off-site activities? In the latter case, try to keep things near the venue site. This will save on transportation expense and travel time for attendees.

5. Consider unique venues

Rates are much lower at unique venues like a new museum, an aquarium, an art gallery, a public garden or a restaurant. Chances are attendees will be drawn by the novelty of the venue.

6. Make a short list of venue options

Send out requests for proposals to the venues you listed. Include all your requirements (food, beverage, equipment, conference and room accommodations, etc.) in your request so the proposals they send are precise. This saves you time when you examine the proposals they send you.

7. Show them what you're worth

You have a better chance in negotiating rates and getting concessions if the venue sales manager sees that your event can lead to future business. Show him your track record — past events you've held, number of registrants per event and room nights booked. This will give you a leg up on negotiating room rates, catering costs and contract terms that you may not be comfortable with.

8. Be flexible

If you can hold your event during the off season, you can get a better deal. Rental costs for meeting rooms and guest rooms are much lower. Provide alternative dates to your short-listed venues, and ask if they can recommend additional off-season dates that may work for you. Also, if you're holding an annual event, consider booking the venue for a number of years. This will encourage the sales manager to give you a better price.

9. Examine payment options

Know each venue's terms for deposit and final payment. Ask about policies regarding cancellation, change of date (perhaps due to weather), and last-minute changes. The more flexible a venue is with payment options, the better. No event planner wants to have to do any of the above, but it helps to know in advance, just in case. For example, in the 11th hour a group of attendees may not be able to fly over due to inclement weather, forcing you to alter your head count.

Large venues offer lines of credit to qualified events based on the previous record of events. If you do not qualify for the line of credit you might be subject to a full payment prior to the event taking place.

10. Examine venue catering

If you're considering in-house catering, examine the venue's detailed menu and serving options. View the full service kitchen operations, and meet the executive chef. Have a taste test of the menu they are offering.

11. Ask if you can source other suppliers

The venue may have preferred suppliers for catering and equipment, but oftentimes the rates are premium. Sourcing your own vendors can save you money.

12. Inquire about amenities

Clarify with the sales manager venue policies regarding important amenities such as display of signage, banners and direction signs; availability of information desks; shipping and receiving services; any restrictions on event information displays; business centers and list of costs; and house phones inside the meeting rooms.

13. Examine add on costs

If your short-listed venue prices are extremely close, examine the breakdowns. Some venues will have a lot of "add on" costs which can drive the final cost much higher than what is listed. Make sure that the price that is quoted includes all of your requirements. Many venues quote a price without including the charges that will be added for catering and beverages, for example.

14. Time is money

When you're examining the breakdowns of quoted costs per venue, be sure to have a clear idea of the services that will go with it. If one venue will provide more services, but charges a little bit more, it might in the end be a money-saver for you if you already have a lot of work to do and could use the added help.

15. Check out the venue

Does the venue feel right? Does it have the right character for your event's theme? What about parking and disability access? Is there adequate staffing? Examine details  — carpet, decor, draperies, room size and flexibility in accommodating tables and layout changes. Check out the lighting, location of restrooms and medical access. Also, make sure that the area is far away from potential distractions like noise in the halls or clutter in the venue kitchen.

16. Check out the facilities

Make sure the equipment you need is available. This may include microphones (and microphone stands), access to high-speed Internet, white boards (including supplies and easels), outlets (and locations per room), LCD projectors, remotes, adequate-sized screens and flat TV screens, among others.

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Featured event jobs for January 16 - 22.

Event Jobs Weekly Brief highlights event jobs from the previous week that are found on the Viktorix Jobs board. Each week we highlight jobs to bring even greater awareness to job seekers and help employers fill those positions quickly. Clients and events don't wait, nor should you. Look these jobs over carefully. Some jobs may not seem like a fit initially, but reevaluate your skills and background, and your past experience, and see how they just might work very well in one of these positions. Then go for it. If not you, refer a friend or two.

If you are facing in the right direction, all you need to do is keep on walking. - Buddhist proverb

Event & Conference Planner Massmutual Financial Group, Springfield, MA

Conceptualize, plan and manage all phases of company events and conferences. Consult with clients and negotiate with vendors. Maintain accurate project plans and records. Develop cost effective budgets. In-depth knowledge of hotel and meeting planning and travel business required.

Meeting Planner - Marsh Event Management - Marsh Marsh & Mclennan Companies, Inc. (mmc), New York, NY

We are seeking a Meeting Planner in our Marsh Event Management department. As a Meeting Planner, you are in charge of overseeing all aspects of planning and execution for Marsh’s meetings and events including Industry conferences.

Tradeshow Event Planner McKesson - Empowering Healthcare, Alpharetta, GA

McKesson's Revenue Management Solutions division is looking for an experienced tradeshow and event planner that can successfully develop and execute tactical event plans to support the company's vision and growth goals. This position will be based in our Alpharetta, GA office and requires 10% travel. This candidate must be passionate about delivering strong results and producing exceptional customer experiences. This is a fast paced, role that requires creativity, a passion for details and strong verbal/written communication skills.

Corporate Event Planner I Ingram Micro, Williamsville, NY

Coordinate plan and implement tradeshows departmental meetings off-site meetings and special events. Responsible for all functions associated with food and catering for on-site and off-site functions. Secure site location and negotiate costs for meeting rooms sleeping rooms food beverage audio visual decorations business equipment temporary help security labor unions and ground transportation. Research new properties and suppliers. Prepare budgets and work within set parameters. Audit all invoices and interface with Accounting to ensure proper billings. Interact with accounting to get checks cut and mailed in a timely manner. Monitor and coordinate events as assigned.

If you're an employer with open positions for event professionals we offer amazing rates and bulk discounts. If you are considering posting your positions on Viktorix Jobs here's 10 reasons why you should do it.

One area of cost cutting can be wedding flowers. Costs for flowers can range from $800–$1,900, excluding centerpieces and elaborate bouquets. As a wedding planner, you know that flowers lend an air of romance to a wedding. So while you want to save, you still want the wedding to look beautiful and memorable.

Here are 11 ways that a resourceful wedding planner can save on flowers, yet still create an exquisite visual impact for a client’s dream wedding:

1. Canvass

As an event planner, you already have a list of suppliers you deal with. But it always helps to shop around for new suppliers and keep updated on what's out there. Compare quotes and packages, and feel free to tell other florists if you've been given a lower offer. They may try to meet your lowest price, and even add some freebies or upgrades to land your account.

2. Choose locally grown, seasonal flowers

These are less expensive, and you can save hundreds of dollars by opting for this rather than getting imported flowers. Do online research to learn what flowers are in season in your area.

3. Consider ordering wholesale

You can save hundreds this way. Go online and do some research for a good local wholesaler of flowers. Read online reviews. Be sure to order weeks in advance if you plan on purchasing from a wholesaler. Some options with good prices are Whole Blossoms and 2G Roses.

Bear in mind that, if you go wholesale, you must have a plan on how the flowers will be prepped, kept alive in time for the wedding, cleaned and trimmed, which brings us to the next tip.

4. Don't  DIY

This may seem contradictory since it was said earlier that you could consider purchasing flowers wholesale. The reason you shouldn’t DIY flowers is that they can only be done on the nth hour. However, you can get around this by finding a good flower arranger.

5. Consider mixing your decoration options

You can have a beautiful and expensive bouquet and lovely floral aisle decorations this way as well. For table centerpieces, these days anything goes. Some options include containers of water with floating candles, rocks with branches, or lovely decorative vases with fruit. With some creativity, the effect can be beautiful.

6. Silk flowers, when well made, are charming

Plus, you can be sure of what you are getting. Ideally, choose a florist who is familiar with both fresh and silk floral designs. Ask the florist to make recommendations based on your budget. A good florist should be able to make silk flowers look realistic and fresh.

7. Try flowering plants as table centerpieces

Choose plants in pretty pots. Many times they are larger in size than an arranged centerpiece but they cost the same price.

8. Choose a nature venue

Botanical parks, town squares and gardens are lovely options, and they can reduce what you would otherwise spend on flowers.

9. Keep holidays in mind

On some holidays, like immediately after Easter or during the Christmas season, the church is already decorated and you may not need to spend very much on flowers. However, if it's scheduled on or around Valentine’s Day, the cost of flowers is at its highest.

10. You can save money on altar arrangements

These will only be seen from afar, so it's alright to use filling flowers like gladiolus, snowball mums, carnations and daisies.

11. Check the venue to see if another bride has booked for the same day

If that's the case, perhaps you can coordinate with the flower arrangements and split the bill. This is a great way to save a lot of money on flowers.

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Featured event jobs for January 9 - 15.

Event Jobs Weekly Brief highlights event jobs from the previous week that are found on the Viktorix Jobs board. Each week we highlight jobs to bring even greater awareness to job seekers and help employers fill those positions quickly. Clients and events don't wait, nor should you. Look these jobs over carefully. Some jobs may not seem like a fit initially, but reevaluate your skills and background, and your past experience, and see how they just might work very well in one of these positions. Then go for it. If not you, refer a friend or two.

Don't worry about people stealing your ideas. If your ideas are any good, you'll have to ram them down people's throats. - Howard Aiken

Meeting and Event Planner Royal Members Events, Reno, NV

Ownership or active assistance role of all program delivery elements utilizing standard processes and procedures to achieve client satisfaction. Such duties may include (but are not limited to): Meeting/Event Planning process: determine purpose of the meeting; prepare a project plan; prepare specifications; obtain historical information related to program; identify stakeholder needs; prepare program outlined (topics, content, speakers); design program details to meet needs of participants; identify successful criteria for evaluation of meeting; understand technology requirements

Senior Meeting and Event Planner Vertex Pharmaceuticals, MA

Vertex Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is seeking a seasoned, Senior Meeting & Event Planner, to provide support to the Senior Manager, Meeting & Events and to provide meeting and event support to the Vertex Meeting & Events Department.
The Senior Meeting & Event Planner will manage the sourcing and coordination of off-site meetings, assisting business specific Relationship Managers with their planning and budgeting needs, as a team member of the Vertex Meetings Department. Coordinates and arranges accommodations, meeting space, services, transportation, communications, payments, reporting and other activities supporting internal meeting requestors.

Tradeshow Event Planner McKesson - Empowering Healthcare, Alpharetta, GA

McKesson's Revenue Management Solutions division is looking for an experienced tradeshow and event planner that can successfully develop and execute tactical event plans to support the company's vision and growth goals.
This position will be based in our Alpharetta, GA office and requires 10% travel.
This candidate must be passionate about delivering strong results and producing exceptional customer experiences. This is a fast paced, role that requires creativity, a passion for details and strong verbal/written communication skills.

Meeting And Event Coordinator Wells Fargo, St Louis, MO

Assists in coordination and execution of logistics for meetings, conferences and events. Tracks attendance and reservations. Prepares bid comparisons and reviews billings for accuracy. Maintains ongoing vendor relationships to ensure they are cost-effective and deliver quality service. May research site locations and vendors for suitability. Coordinates event communications, collateral and registration. Supports senior meeting planners by handling a specific aspect of large scale events such as coordination of food and beverage. For small, non-complex business conferences and/or team member meetings, may execute logistics and organize venue, transportation, audio visuals, accommodations, entertainment and speakers/presenters . May manage special projects and databases to support team function.

Master Event Planner Pin High Visions, Orangeburg, SC

Supervises the planning and coordination of meeting, banquet and event-related activities to ensure that obligations by the company and the client are met with satisfaction.Ensures satisfactory liaison between clients/guests and facility departments.

If you're an employer with open positions for event professionals we offer amazing rates and bulk discounts. If you are considering posting your positions on Viktorix Jobs here's 10 reasons why you should do it.

Wakefield Hospice 10K Run 2011.

A charity run is a great way to raise funds for a good cause. Not only does it raise money, it also generates interest within the immediate community where the charity or event is based in. Charity runs are healthy and highly interactive, and gives an opportunity for participants to engage with the cause directly.

A sense of oneness is naturally built up amid a healthy environment, which is great for an office-based society. Come out for a breath of fresh air.

Here's the 13-point checklist to help you plan a charity run:

1. Be inclusive

The more people you allow to join your charity run event, the more money that you will raise, (as participants will be paying to join the run) and the more general public interest will be generated (as each new participant has a circle of friends and backers). So, regardless of age and physical stamina, try to be as inclusive as possible.

2. Choose your route carefully

Consult a running club in the area for advice on route options. Give them the profile of your participants who are running so they can better advise you on a course that factors in the range of ages and health qualifications of your participants.

3. Map out the route

Now is the time to test the route yourself. Try to observe is the road smooth? Is there heavy traffic at certain parts of the route? Are there elevated portions on the track that may be more difficult for some of your participants? What about overall safety? Will you be passing through areas where construction is ongoing? You want a route that is accessible by public transportation so more people can view your charity run, and you want to ensure there is enough parking space for everyone. At the same time, you have to balance these benefits with the safety of your runners.

4. Take note of your resources and volunteer staff

Charity runs usually require food, portable toilets, signs (for start, finish, services and support areas), two-way communication radios, trash cans, tents, tables, water, rope, cones and tape to mark off the running area, a generator, PA system, and a stage for the awards ceremony. You will also have to make sure that there is enough volunteer staff to be available for the needs of participants.

5. Position resources

Place trash cans, concession stands, water stops, portable toilets et al in strategic locations where they will be most in need. Also remember that you will have to have more of these at the finish area where a crowd is bound to gather.

6. Check-in with the law

Talk to the local authorities or the people who own the land where your route is charted. Ask what permits are required. Regulations and local laws differ from city to city, so be clear about all the permits you need, and get them AHEAD of time. You also need to have permission from the charity organization that you are raising money for to use its name.

8. Get insurance

This is for any medical needs that may arise during the charity run. Liability insurance should also cover possible damage that may occur to the land and properties along your route.

9. Have a medical team on site

Running is a physical exercise, and it is possible for people to get sick for one reason or another. It is very important to have a medical team (ambulance) on site at your event in case anyone needs medical attention. Contact local ambulance service provider to see if they would like to become a sponsor of your event by donating their services for a few hours at the event.

10. Market your event

Traditional marketing — radio, newspaper ads, mail, signs posted around town — is expensive. However, the charity itself might have means to public announcements through traditional channels, noting that it is for their own fundraising, and even use the announcements to generate fundraising.

A cheaper and very effective option is to go online. Build a website for your event, and announce the charity run on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and other social media. Join forums, comment, and link back to the website. Also, many websites will permit free listings on their events calendar. List yours with a link to your website. Send email advertising to your subscribers and the list of supporters of the charity.

Social is not only online, but offline too. Get your friends and family members to spread the word to their circles, as well provide promotional tools at the end of the registration process for them to promote your run.

11. Now is the time to work on fundraising

Perhaps the local market (or supermarket) is willing to donate fruit, drinks, and other food items for the charity event. Think about your resources and make a list. Once you know what you need you can begin contacting local businesses to ask them to become a sponsor of the event, and donate the good or services that you need.

Don't hesitate to ask local businesses to sponsor your event. On one hand, bigger businesses sponsor charity events all the time. On the other hand, small local businesses will be excited that they were asked to sponsor your event and promote their business. Social responsibility is important regardless of the business size.

12. Create an email campaign to build up excitement before the event

Announce developments, training plans for physical fitness, incentives if they recruit someone, etc. Send your last email 3 days before the event. This should include all details, including start time, where to check in, events schedule, prizes, hotels near the area (if anyone plans to stay overnight), and a map of the route.

13. Follow-up after the event is over

After the event, send email to participants and offer a discount for early registration for the next event. Include an online survey, so participants can state what they liked and didn’t like about the event.

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Featured event jobs for January 2 - 8.

Event Jobs Weekly Brief highlights event jobs from the previous week that are found on the Viktorix Jobs board. Each week we highlight jobs to bring even greater awareness to job seekers and help employers fill those positions quickly. Clients and events don't wait, nor should you. Look these jobs over carefully. Some jobs may not seem like a fit initially, but reevaluate your skills and background, and your past experience, and see how they just might work very well in one of these positions. Then go for it. If not you, refer a friend or two.

We couldn't possibly know where it would lead, be we knew it had to be done. - Betty Friedan

Event Planner SAIC, Reston, VA

The Mission Support Business Unit has an opening for an Event Planner. The Event Planner shall assist the program director and staff in developing, scheduling, and managing a curriculum of classes and seminars to train DI analysts in management and leadership skills.

Event Planner Compass Group, Washington, DC

The Event Planner is responsible for: A keen knowledge of the SOW and a complete understanding of all aspects of the documents’ content; Handling meeting room bookings, utilizing the in-house property management system and focusing on the strategic assignment of meeting space so as to maximize utilization; Sending initial confirmations in connection with bookings and following up at specified intervals prior to the event to confirm the current status of the meeting, the accuracy of participant counts, the need for special equipment, etc.

Tradeshow Event Planner McKesson, Alpharetta, GA

McKesson's Revenue Management Solutions division is looking for an experienced tradeshow and event planner that can successfully develop and execute tactical event plans to support the company's vision and growth goals. This position will be based in our Alpharetta, GA office and requires 10% travel. This candidate must be passionate about delivering strong results and producing exceptional customer experiences. This is a fast paced, role that requires creativity, a passion for details and strong verbal/written communication skills.

Meeting Planner - Marsh Event Management Mercer, New York, NY

As a Meeting Planner, you are in charge of overseeing all aspects of planning and execution for Marsh’s meetings and events including Industry conferences. Solid understanding of project management tools and the ability to lead and participate within cross-functional project team(s) to deliver integrated solutions to the client’s needs.

Corporate Event Planner Ingram Micro, Williamsville, NY

Coordinate plan and implement tradeshows departmental meetings off-site meetings and special events. Responsible for all functions associated with food and catering for on-site and off-site functions. Secure site location and negotiate costs for meeting rooms sleeping rooms food beverage audio visual decorations business equipment temporary help security labor unions and ground transportation. Research new properties and suppliers. Prepare budgets and work within set parameters. Audit all invoices and interface with Accounting to ensure proper billings. Interact with accounting to get checks cut and mailed in a timely manner. Monitor and coordinate events as assigned.

If you're an employer with open positions for event professionals we offer amazing rates and bulk discounts. If you are considering posting your positions on Viktorix Jobs here's 10 reasons why you should do it.

Today, social media are increasingly influencing the way businesses — from the largest of corporate powers to even the smallest of mom-and-pop shops — market and brand their image. Sites such as LinkedIn were specifically developed for professionals and businesses to communicate, while others like Facebook and Twitter were designed for a more intimate use but are now undergoing a strong shift from individual entertainment purposes to brand marketing purposes. That means whether your company is marketing business-to-business or business-to-consumer, endless opportunities for both abide in social networks.

Pioneers of the trade show industry are adopting this latest technology to reach out to their intended audience because they recognize the power it holds in establishing valuable relationships. Valuable relationships are accomplished through networking, and social media was conceived with the primary intention of making networking more personal yet fast and efficient. Understanding this is the first step in creating a strong social network of your own.

The question most professionals have is “What can it do for me?” While it does allow you to be popular and build an abundance of relationships, how does your number of friends transcend into a number of dollars? The answer to this lies in three techniques.

First, allow the information you are supplying to flow directly to your audience instead of your audience searching for the information themselves. Sites such as Facebook, where a person can “like” a page and receive updates on a consistent, unobtrusive basis, create an image to the potential client that your company is active and is therefore immediate and reliable.

Second, listen and then speak. It sounds simple and natural enough but when it comes to preserving your image it takes initiative to search different blogs, forums and newsletters to find out what people are saying about your organization. Show organizers and exhibitors need to hear what attendees are saying in order to enhance the qualities that are making them great as well as diminish those that are pulling their brand down.

The metrics of social media — such as the number of followers, blog posts, photo views, Twitter feeds, downloads, etc. — are great indicators of your progress, but monitoring your keywords to see how you are being represented in blogs and other forms of online coverage is the most insightful way of learning the demands of your target audience. This is very important because people should always have the image you set, not others.

Third, it's essential that you create an engaged community. It's true that the main benefit of social media is free advertising and promotions, but people don't just want to hear sales pitches on their newsfeed — that actually distracts their attention instead of grabbing it. Pre, during, and post event awareness of exhibits and shows are what your audience wants: relevant content and news.
On-site Twitter wall posts, Facebook statuses, photo sharing and LinkedIn discussion boards are perfect examples of ways your company can share “what’s happening now” and bring your audience’s opinion into the matter.

Once engaged, you'll have the opportunity to listen more attentively to what attendees, clients and potential prospects are saying about you. This sets the stage for you to address issues and concerns on a personal level, bridging the gap between you and your audience. These strategies create a more stable membership and lead your brand to be much more valuable and impactful.

In addition to the benefits of essentially free advertising, something social networks take heed of is appealing to younger audiences. The social media trend began and will evolve by way of youth, so providing content that is fresh and available in a modern format is a
valuable asset. They will be your clients of tomorrow and meeting at their level will establish a sense of understanding and ultimately trust.

There are innovative ways of distributing information that are easily transferable between social sites and most alluring to younger audiences. Instead of simple statuses and post updates, the methods below generate conversation and connect various online networks:

• Podcasts where live interviews can be streamed by followers
• Webinars and videos through distribution channels (YouTube being the most widely known of channels)
• Widgets where you can set up pop-ups for important dates and count downs for trade shows
• Event pages to invite and create awareness of different opportunities taking place in the industry
• Group pages where followers with similar interests can chat, blog and create discussion boards

Social networks are basically people talking, so whether you're organizing shows or exhibiting at them you're giving attendees something to talk about. Following this lesson plan will allow you to control your image, establish engaging content that ties your company to your community, and keep your brand at the top of minds on a consistent basis. If you have any questions, you can always  send me a message on LinkedIn.

Until next time.

Featured event jobs for December 26 - January 1.

Event Jobs Weekly Brief highlights event jobs from the previous week that are found on the Viktorix Jobsboard. Each week we highlight jobs to bring even greater awareness to job seekers and help employers fill those positions quickly. Clients and events don't wait, nor should you. Look these jobs over carefully. Some jobs may not seem like a fit initially, but reevaluate your skills and background, and your past experience, and see how they just might work very well in one of these positions. Then go for it. If not you, refer a friend or two.

Desire! That's the one secret of every man's career. Not education. Not being born with hidden talents. Desire. - Bobby Unser

Event Planner

Conceptualize, plan and manage all phases of company events and conferences. Consult with clients and negotiate with vendors. Maintain accurate project plans and records. Develop cost effective budgets. In-depth knowledge of hotel and meeting planning and travel business required.

Event Planner - NA Business Events Henry Schein, Melville, NY

This position is responsible for planning and executing events and conventions for business divisions. These responsibilities include pre-planning, communication, coordinating, shipping, labor coordination, on-site execution and management, on-site decision making, and post show wrap up. Manages event and convention budgets.

Assistant Director of Meetings and Conference Services (Banquet Set-Up Mgt) Hilton Worldwide, New York, NY

The Assistant Director of the Meetings and Conference Services (Banquet Set-up) is an operations leadership position that plays a critical role in the banquet set-up of events, meetings, conferences and trade shows for the largest hotels in New York City. This individual provides leadership and direction to the Meeting and Conference Service Team (Banquet Set-up) which consists of 4 Managers and 60 union Banquet Housepersons to insure that the meetings are properly set-up as required by event orders and Hilton standards. This individual ensures consistency and the highest level of service by training and developing staff and executing the requirements of events using his/her leadership to achieve success. This individual will meets with group leaders to insure complete guest satisfaction.

If you're an employer with open positions for event professionals we offer amazing rates and bulk discounts. If you are considering posting your positions on Viktorix Jobs here's 10 reasons why you should do it.