Event Management

Event management is about turning your vision into reality. Once the event planning process is complete there is a solid foundation in place and the event delivery and management stages of the project can commence. 

The event management process significantly increases the number of external event stakeholders via the appointment of suppliers, entertainers, guest speakers and marketing partners and by procuring sponsors, exhibitors and attendees. Managing these external stakeholders and the logistics associated with their involvement requires attention to detail accompanied by a systematic big-picture approach.

360 Degree Events provide the following event management services.  Click on the links under each heading for more information on that service.

Executing the marketing and communications plans

Creating a marketing and communications plan is a crucial step in the event planning process, however all the planning in the world is of no use unless it is implemented in a timely fashion. 360 Degree Events implement and project manage the execution of marketing and communications plans. Learn more

Procuring and managing sponsorship

The budgeting aspect of the event planning process will identify if additional funding is required to deliver the event. Event sponsorship can significantly increase revenue, while at the same time enhancing event credibility by creating synergies with known brands. 360 Degree Events provides a full sponsorship procurement and management service. Learn more

Procuring and managing exhibitors

The decision to incorporate an exhibition into an event may be driven by the event objectives or it may be a budgeting requirement. 360 Degree Events provides a full exhibition procurement and management service and has extensive experience delivering large scale exhibitions. Learn more

Programme design and management

During the event concept development stage of the planning process, the different components of the event will be discussed and this will provide the framework for developing a schedule of activities which will build into the event programme and accompanying persons programme. 360 Degree Events will assist with the creation of the event programme and its subsequent management. Learn more

Creative themeing

The theme of your event will be largely dictated by the events purpose; this theme can be communicated in many ways and 360 Degree Events pride themselves on their ability to integrate creative themeing with your event objectives to create a unique environment and experience for your event attendees. 360 Degree Events provide creative themeing solutions. Learn more

Venue liaison

Venue selection is an important part of the event management process. Location, access and parking requirements should be considered along with the internal features of the property; function room size, lighting, decor and in-house services. 360 Degree Events has extensive venue management experience and will conduct all negotiations and liaison with the venue on your behalf. Learn more

Securing speakers and entertainment

A key component to attendee enjoyment is incorporating engaging speakers and enjoyable entertainment into the event programme. 360 Degree Events provide advice on speaker and entertainment selection; matching your event objectives with your target audience's anticipated tastes. This service includes the management of speaker and entertainer's fees and contracts. Learn more

Appointing and managing audiovisual suppliers

The audiovisual elements of your event will have a huge impact on the attendee experience. What attendees see and what they hear are important factors in determining the success of your event. Clear sight-lines to key visual messages and clarity of speeches are only the beginning ... good audiovisual can transform your event and it is an essential component in creating a 'Great Event'. 360 Degree Events have a solid understanding of audiovisual requirements and will appoint and manage suppliers and technicians for your event. Learn more

Arranging and managing catering

It has been proven time and time again, when attendees are asked about their event experience most will reference the food; be it good or bad - people remember what they ate! 360 Degree Events understand catering requirements, serving styles and suggested quantities and will appoint and manage caterers for your event. Learn more

Booking accommodation

360 Degree Events works closely with accommodation providers offering a full accommodation booking service for event attendees, speakers and entertainers. Learn more

Arranging transport & transfers

360 Degree Events can arrange transport and transfers for event attendees, VIP guests and speakers. They have relationships with coach companies, taxis and limousines. Learn more

Managing the registration process

The registration process is an essential part of event management, whether your event has paid registration fees or is a free event requiring an RSVP process, 360 Degree Events can offer registration solutions which are cost effective and easy for your attendees to use. Learn more

Onsite event management

Once the event day has arrived 360 Degree Events provide invaluable onsite event management services. This is when all the prior planning pays off and a systematic approach to coordinating the logistical requirements of external stakeholders, suppliers and attendees is needed. Learn more

Reporting

Throughout the life of an event consistent reporting is needed to keep you abreast of developments. 360 Degree Events will provide detailed reports during the planning and management stages of the project and will ensure that you have a comprehensive post-event report which will be referenced against your initial objectives. Learn more