{"product_id":"planning-special-events-paperback-softback-9780787952488","title":"Planning Special Events (Paperback \/ softback) 9780787952488","description":"\u003cfont face=\"Georgia\"\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"6\"\u003ePlanning Special Events\u003c\/font\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"4\"\u003eJames S. Armstrong (Author)\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e9780787952488, Wiley\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003ePaperback \/ softback, published 6 March 2001\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e208 pages\u003cbr\u003e27.4 x 20.8 x 1.3 cm, 0.408 kg\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e\"For special events knowing all the right answers is not asimportant as asking the right questions . . . . questions whichtackle all the critical components for success. This book is aninvaluable resource, a roadmap which systematically guidesprofessional and volunteer alike toward adventures that willrealize their bold dreams. A great tool that creates all-importantconfidence and optimism.\" (Gary Wolff, CFRE, consultant tophilanthrophy, Santa Fe, New Mexico)\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \"The novice and seasoned professional alike will find PlanningSpecial Events an essential desktop companion. This practical,easy-to-use guide contains everything you need to know to createand manage enjoyable, profitable special events.\" (John M. Vigo,director of development, Saint Mary's College High School,Berkeley, California)\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \"Not only is this book good for professionals, I would recommend itto my nonprofit (and some corporate) clients. Understanding all theelements required to produce a successful event is as important forthe client as it is for the professional. In my twenty years ofproducing events, I have not found a book until now that outlinesall the practical steps required for a successful event. It's allclearly spelled out here.\" (Marinda Freeman, event design \u0026amp;production, MF Productions)\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \"Drawing on thirty years of experience, Jim Armstrong presents avery readable, step-by-step on how to organize a successful fundraising event. I like his approach to accomplish this task.\"(Edward T. Scholl, executive director of development, PassionistMonastery, Chicago, Illinois)\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003eUsing the same principles and methods that have proven so successful for other fund raising activities, James S. Armstrong takes you step by step through the four-phase process of managing fund raising events. This down-to-earth guide--part of the Excellence in Fund Raising Workbook Series from The Fund Raising School at Indiana University--will show how to produce events that will raise money cost effectively, expand your support base, and attract attention to your cause. Designed to be a well-thumbed reference, the workbook also includes answers to the most frequently asked questions.\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003eIntroduction: Designing and Producing Successful SpecialEvents.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Understanding the Four Phases of Event Management.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Designing Your Special-Event Timeline.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Learning from Your Organization's Past Performance.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Preparing Needs Assessment and Your Case for Support.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Planning and Managing to Achieve Your Goals.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Selecting the Right Event.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Creating Your Budget.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Building Effective Teams.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Revising the Timeline to Stay on Track.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Constructing and Managing Your Marketing and CommunicationsPlans.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Creating Compelling Promotional Materials.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Managing the Necessary Paperwork.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Managing the Details.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Handling Surprises and Contingencies.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Thanking, Acknowledging, and Reporting.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Conclusion: Applying Your Newly Gained Experience.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Resources.\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003eSubject Areas: Business \u0026amp; management [\u003ca title=\"See our other books on Business \u0026amp; management\" href=\"https:\/\/freshlyprintedbooks.co.uk\/search?q=%22Business%20\u0026amp;%20management%20%5BKJ%5D%22\"\u003eKJ\u003c\/a\u003e]\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003c\/font\u003e","brand":"Jossey-Bass","offers":[{"title":"Brand New","offer_id":52509174563096,"sku":"9780787952488","price":29.59,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0730\/2037\/5320\/files\/9780787952488.jpg?v=1786495981","url":"https:\/\/freshlyprintedbooks.co.uk\/products\/planning-special-events-paperback-softback-9780787952488","provider":"Freshly Printed Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}