Event Planning and Wedding Planning
Final Exam Questions with Complete
Solutions
event - Answer-A unique, planned and organized occasion to accomplish defined goals
event planner - Answer-a specialist hired or appointed to plan and execute the special
event.
5 W's of event to be accomplished - Answer-Who (stakeholders)
Why (goals)
When (date/time/more)
Where (venue)
What --> look at the 5 senses
Sole-proprietor event planner - Answer-full time or part time
Professional event planners work in/with - Answer-hotels, restaurants, charities,
associations, resorts, casinos, cruises, business, retails, college, CVB, DMO, travel, etc
CVB - Answer-convention and business bureau
Volunteer - Answer-charities, schools, civil, groups, healthcare
career opportunities - Answer-every business holds events of some sort
The good of event planning - Answer-creativity, your own boss, travel, meeting people,
never bored, lots to do, money, making memories, learning and growing, recognition,
great food and wine, music, art and theater, having hand
"having hand" - Answer-you make things happen
The bad of event planning - Answer-long hours on event day, dealing with people, you
answer all of the questions, paperwork, budget and finance director
tips for entrepreneurship - Answer-be passionate,
you're the boss,
lifelong learner,
seek guidance and learn from others,
you're your best ad, market yourself,
care about your clients,
don't repeat mistakes,
strive to create the best,
,lead by example, guard your wallet, and
success doesn't come to you, its something you have to go get.
5 steps of event planning - Answer-1. research
2. design
3. planning
4. coordination
5. evaluation
brainstorming - Answer-generate ideas during design phase
-start with an ice breaker
-there are no bad ideas
-encourage participation
-record all idea
-limit to 20 minutes
-evaluate ideas after session
-ask clarifying questions
everything the event planner can do for bride: - Answer-hair, makeup, dress, scent,
jewelry, something old/new/borrowed/blue, jitters, vows, rings
everything the planner does for bridesmaids - Answer-hair, makeup, dresses, scents,
jewelry, maid of honor, order, flower girls, gifts
everything the planner does for Groom - Answer-boutonniere, tux, accessories, cold
feet, vows, rings
everything the planner does for groomsmen - Answer-boutonniere, tux, accessories,
best man, order, ring bearer, gifts
everything the planner does for church - Answer-religion, location, capacity, officiant,
appearance, decor, music, seating, walking isle, ceremony
everything the planner does for reception venue - Answer-when, where, facilities,
capacity, lodging, transportation, appearance, staffing, cost
everything the planner does for guests - Answer-invitations, RSVP, travel, lodge, meals,
socializing, favors, thank you cards
everything the planner does for reception - Answer-pictures, limo, departure, food,
music, decor, flowers, toasts, activities, dances, cake, gifts
everything the planner does for vendors - Answer-transportation, florist, wedding cake,
attire, caterers, musicians, balloons, photo/videographer, lighting/technology, tabletop,
rentals
, everything the planner does for honeymoon - Answer-destination, transportation, attire,
activities, relaxation, trip duration, momentos
everything the planner does - Answer-date, lead time, size, complexity, location, ADA,
budget, RFP (request for proposal) expertise, fit with couple
Design a special client meeting room - Answer-tastefully decorated, showcase your
designs and ideas in a portfolio, neat and orderly, floral centerpieces,
eliminate distractions and interruptions during meetings,
make sure they feel like your most important client
their wedding is the most important one you're planning (at that moment!)
Create a wedding library - Answer-invest heavily in wedding books and magazines,
wedding etiquette books, church and reception decor books, floral decor and bouquets
books, wedding cake books
become educated - Answer-know everything wedding, the latest trends, cultural
traditions, all celebrations that precede and follow the ceremony, instill confidence in
you
create a design team - Answer-photographer, limo service, cake specialist, floral
designer, caterer, rental supplies, balloon decor, lighting and technology, sound, DJ,
talent, MC (master of ceremony), videographer, social media
Market yourself: advertise in - Answer-magazines, newspapers, websites, business
cards
partner with vendors who take pride in their work
get vendor portfolios
present at bridal shows
send congratulations based on wedding announcements
use bounce-back coupons for free gift (ie. champagne)
your event are best way to market yourself
client meetings: what you need to gather - Answer-names / contact info
event day (if you cant do it, set them up with someone who can who you trust)
guest count
style of wedding
church contact
reception contact
family contacts/MOH/Best man
facility tours
follow-up : set a date to meet again
Wedding budget - Answer-$35,000 (majority is about $10,000)
Current trends - Answer-Fancy Victorian
Final Exam Questions with Complete
Solutions
event - Answer-A unique, planned and organized occasion to accomplish defined goals
event planner - Answer-a specialist hired or appointed to plan and execute the special
event.
5 W's of event to be accomplished - Answer-Who (stakeholders)
Why (goals)
When (date/time/more)
Where (venue)
What --> look at the 5 senses
Sole-proprietor event planner - Answer-full time or part time
Professional event planners work in/with - Answer-hotels, restaurants, charities,
associations, resorts, casinos, cruises, business, retails, college, CVB, DMO, travel, etc
CVB - Answer-convention and business bureau
Volunteer - Answer-charities, schools, civil, groups, healthcare
career opportunities - Answer-every business holds events of some sort
The good of event planning - Answer-creativity, your own boss, travel, meeting people,
never bored, lots to do, money, making memories, learning and growing, recognition,
great food and wine, music, art and theater, having hand
"having hand" - Answer-you make things happen
The bad of event planning - Answer-long hours on event day, dealing with people, you
answer all of the questions, paperwork, budget and finance director
tips for entrepreneurship - Answer-be passionate,
you're the boss,
lifelong learner,
seek guidance and learn from others,
you're your best ad, market yourself,
care about your clients,
don't repeat mistakes,
strive to create the best,
,lead by example, guard your wallet, and
success doesn't come to you, its something you have to go get.
5 steps of event planning - Answer-1. research
2. design
3. planning
4. coordination
5. evaluation
brainstorming - Answer-generate ideas during design phase
-start with an ice breaker
-there are no bad ideas
-encourage participation
-record all idea
-limit to 20 minutes
-evaluate ideas after session
-ask clarifying questions
everything the event planner can do for bride: - Answer-hair, makeup, dress, scent,
jewelry, something old/new/borrowed/blue, jitters, vows, rings
everything the planner does for bridesmaids - Answer-hair, makeup, dresses, scents,
jewelry, maid of honor, order, flower girls, gifts
everything the planner does for Groom - Answer-boutonniere, tux, accessories, cold
feet, vows, rings
everything the planner does for groomsmen - Answer-boutonniere, tux, accessories,
best man, order, ring bearer, gifts
everything the planner does for church - Answer-religion, location, capacity, officiant,
appearance, decor, music, seating, walking isle, ceremony
everything the planner does for reception venue - Answer-when, where, facilities,
capacity, lodging, transportation, appearance, staffing, cost
everything the planner does for guests - Answer-invitations, RSVP, travel, lodge, meals,
socializing, favors, thank you cards
everything the planner does for reception - Answer-pictures, limo, departure, food,
music, decor, flowers, toasts, activities, dances, cake, gifts
everything the planner does for vendors - Answer-transportation, florist, wedding cake,
attire, caterers, musicians, balloons, photo/videographer, lighting/technology, tabletop,
rentals
, everything the planner does for honeymoon - Answer-destination, transportation, attire,
activities, relaxation, trip duration, momentos
everything the planner does - Answer-date, lead time, size, complexity, location, ADA,
budget, RFP (request for proposal) expertise, fit with couple
Design a special client meeting room - Answer-tastefully decorated, showcase your
designs and ideas in a portfolio, neat and orderly, floral centerpieces,
eliminate distractions and interruptions during meetings,
make sure they feel like your most important client
their wedding is the most important one you're planning (at that moment!)
Create a wedding library - Answer-invest heavily in wedding books and magazines,
wedding etiquette books, church and reception decor books, floral decor and bouquets
books, wedding cake books
become educated - Answer-know everything wedding, the latest trends, cultural
traditions, all celebrations that precede and follow the ceremony, instill confidence in
you
create a design team - Answer-photographer, limo service, cake specialist, floral
designer, caterer, rental supplies, balloon decor, lighting and technology, sound, DJ,
talent, MC (master of ceremony), videographer, social media
Market yourself: advertise in - Answer-magazines, newspapers, websites, business
cards
partner with vendors who take pride in their work
get vendor portfolios
present at bridal shows
send congratulations based on wedding announcements
use bounce-back coupons for free gift (ie. champagne)
your event are best way to market yourself
client meetings: what you need to gather - Answer-names / contact info
event day (if you cant do it, set them up with someone who can who you trust)
guest count
style of wedding
church contact
reception contact
family contacts/MOH/Best man
facility tours
follow-up : set a date to meet again
Wedding budget - Answer-$35,000 (majority is about $10,000)
Current trends - Answer-Fancy Victorian
