Answers
Event correct answer Organized occasion such as a meeting, convention, exhibition, special event, gala
dinner, etc.
Characteristics of an Event correct answer 1. Organized
2. Several Often related functions
3. Temporary in Nature
4. Gatherings of People
5. Displays of ritual
6. Unique Occurrences
Organized correct answer - arrange, prepare, coordinate
- organizing takes place over time
- often organized by several people or organizations
Several often related functions correct answer - Ex: Weddings- the music, caterer, the couple getting
married, the venue
Temporary in Nature correct answer - Beginning: organizers set a start time, first function
- program: scheduled events that are meant to take place at a certain time
- End: planned to be the highest point of the event
Gatherings of people correct answer 2 types: producers and consumers
Ex: concert- Consumer- fans in attendance
- producer- musician, food vendor, security
Display of Ritual correct answer - Religious: First communion
- Ritual- (repetitive) me going to lollapalooza every year
, Events are Unique correct answer Ex: Concert- performers moves to different venues, plays different
songs.
MEEC correct answer meeting- participants attend educational sessions, participate in discussions, or
social function, attend organized events
Expositions- products, services are displayed to attendees, not open to the public
Events- concerts, festivals, parties
Conventions- gathering of delegates, reps, members of a membership or industry organization that have
convened for a special purpose
Career opportunities in Meec correct answer Top- Event Professional- certified professional
- Event Producer- Five years experience, major role in at least 10 events
- Event Manager- 3-5 years experience, major role in at least 5 events
- Event Coordinator- up to 3 years experience
Bottom- Event Support- entry level into industry
Meeting Professionals International (MPI) correct answer - founded in 1972
- marked the beginning of event planning being recognized as a profession
- Largest meeting in event industry association worldwide
Certified Meeting professionals program (CMP) correct answer - founded in 1985
- created by the convention industry consul (CIC)
- provided support&education working in MEEC
- began an international certified curriculum
Meeting Business events Competency(MBEC) correct answer - Created by MPI
- Creates formalization of knowledge and skills used to advance careers
- 12 domains, 36 skills, 100+ sub skills