Starting an Event Planning Business

There are technically two ways you can choose to go during your career as an event planner.  For some, the dream is to secure a high-profile position with an established event management company.  For others, nothing compares to the prospect of starting an event planning business and becoming their own boss.  With its enormous size, value and importance, the event management industry is constantly crying out for new talent.  As a £42.3 billion sector in the UK alone, career opportunities in event management are literally limitless. It’s simply a case of pairing vision and creativity with the core skills and confidence required to run your own successful business.

This inspiring tutorial has been designed for anyone interested in starting an event planning business from scratch.  Explore the new business start-up process in detail, along with how to write an effective business plan, the importance of networking for an event planner and how to begin spreading the word about your new business.  Study key organisational and administrative processes, dealing with clients, setting a price structure for your services, organising contracts, the importance of obtaining appropriate insurance and more.