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09/07/2026

Corporate Events Management Lesson 5 of 5

Lesson 5: On-the-Day Ex*****on

Your role shifts from planner to director on event day

-2 Hour Head Start: Arrive early for a full technical sound check and catering walkthrough.
-Supplier Liaison: Assign one team member to handle suppliers so you can focus entirely on guests.
-The Checklist: Keep a minute-by-minute timeline to manage the moving parts.

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02/07/2026

Corporate Events Management Lesson 4 of 5

Lesson 4: Building the Program Guide

Keep your audience engaged and your speakers on time

What to Include:
-Clear topic titles, precise times, and concise speaker bios to introduce your speakers professionally.
-The Flow: Put heavy data sessions in the morning and panels or networking after lunch.
-Buffer Time: Build in 5 minute transition gaps between presentations to handle unexpected delays.

Next Up: Lesson 5 will focus on On The Day Ex*****on

25/06/2026

Corperate Events Management Lesson 3 of 5

Invitations & Follow-Ups

Securing attendees requires a strategic timeline
✅The Invite: Send formal invitations 4–6 weeks early with an RSVP deadline.
✅The Follow-Up: Call unconfirmed guests 1 week before final catering headcounts are due.
✅The Directions: 3 Days before, send program and directions, parking steps, and gate protocols.

Next Up: Lesson 4 will focus on building the program

18/06/2026

Corperate Events Management Lesson 2 of 5

Lesson 2: Budgeting

Assign numbers to your checklist to set financial boundaries.

-Get Quotes: Source pricing for every SINGLE item on your Lesson 1 checklist.
-Always include an emergency fund for last-minute corporate surprises, at least 10%
- Track Costs:Compare estimated vs. actual costs to keep your department under budget.

Next Up: Lesson 3 will focus on Invitations & Follow Ups

15/06/2026

Be Intentional.
Dr. Divine Simbi-Ndhlukula hit the nail on the head on page 246 of Entrepreneurial Success: "People put too much emphasis on having their business cards on hand... I always remember a personality that stands out."
Networking isn't about collecting a stack of cards; it's about making a real connection. When you focus on being fully present, you leave a lasting impression.