Plan, execute, and measure business events — conferences, webinars, workshops, product launches, networking events, trade shows, and corporate gatherings. Complete event lifecycle from concept to post-event ROI analysis.
Plan, execute, and measure business events — conferences, webinars, workshops, product launches, networking events, trade shows, and corporate gatherings. Complete event lifecycle from concept to post-event ROI analysis.
Event Planner Pro 🎪
Complete event planning and execution system. Covers every event type from intimate workshops to 5,000+ person conferences. Business-grade methodology with templates, budgets, timelines, and ROI measurement.
Phase 1: Event Strategy & Concept
Quick Event Assessment
When asked to plan an event, gather:
event_brief:name:""type:""# conference | webinar | workshop | networking | trade_show | product_launch | corporate | fundraiser | retreatpurpose:""# lead_gen | brand_awareness | education | community | sales | internal_alignment | celebrationtarget_audience:""expected_attendees:0date_range:""# preferred dates or flexibilitybudget_range:""# total budget or per-attendee targetformat:""# in_person | virtual | hybridsuccess_metrics: [] # what does success look like?constraints: [] # venue locked, date fixed, sponsor requirements, etc.
Event Type Decision Matrix
Type
Best For
Typical Size
Lead Time
Budget/Person
Webinar
Lead gen, thought leadership
50-500
2-4 weeks
$5-20
Workshop
Deep skill transfer, premium positioning
10-50
4-8 weeks
$100-500
Networking
Relationship building, community
30-200
3-6 weeks
$30-100
Conference
Brand authority, multi-track content
200-5000+
3-12 months
$200-800
Product Launch
Buzz, press, sales pipeline
50-500
6-12 weeks
$150-1000
Trade Show (booth)
Industry visibility, leads
N/A
8-16 weeks
$5K-50K total
Corporate/Internal
Alignment, culture, training
20-500
4-8 weeks
$100-400
Fundraiser
Donations, donor cultivation
50-500
8-16 weeks
$150-500
Retreat
Team bonding, strategy
10-50
6-12 weeks
$500-2000
Purpose → Format Mapping
Lead generation → Webinar (top funnel) + Workshop (bottom funnel)
Brand authority → Conference or speaking at others' events
Sales acceleration → Intimate dinner/roundtable for 10-20 prospects
Community building → Monthly meetup series + annual summit
Education → Workshop series with certification
Internal alignment → Offsite retreat + quarterly town halls
Phase 2: Budget Planning
Budget Template
event_budget:name:""total_budget:0contingency_pct:15# always include 15% buffervenue:rental:0insurance:0security:0permits:0subtotal:0food_beverage:catering:0beverages:0special_dietary:0service_staff:0subtotal:0technology:av_equipment:0streaming_platform:0# for virtual/hybridevent_app:0wifi_upgrade:0recording:0subtotal:0marketing:design_branding:0paid_ads:0email_platform:0printed_materials:0signage:0photography_video:
Budget Allocation Rules by Event Type
Type
Venue
F&B
Tech
Marketing
Speakers
Logistics
Conference
25%
20%
15%
20%
10%
10%
Webinar
0%
0%
40%
35%
15%
10%
Workshop
20%
15%
10%
25%
20%
10%
Networking
30%
30%
5%
20%
5%
10%
Product Launch
20%
15%
20%
25%
5%
15%
Trade Show
40%
10%
15%
20%
0%
15%
Cost-Cutting Strategies (When Budget is Tight)
Venue → Use co-working spaces, university halls, partner offices
Speakers → Offer exposure/content swap instead of fees for smaller events
F&B → Breakfast/lunch only (no dinner), drink tickets instead of open bar
Setup/teardown time included (typically need 2-4 hours each)
Cancellation terms and force majeure clause
Catering exclusivity or BYO allowed
Parking: how many spots, validation, shuttle
Insurance requirements (usually need event liability)
Noise restrictions and time curfews
Accessibility: wheelchair, elevators, restrooms
Vendor Management Template
vendors:-name:""type:""# catering | av | photography | streaming | decor | transport | securitycontact:""phone:""email:""contract_signed:falsedeposit_paid:falsedeposit_amount:0total_cost:0payment_schedule:""cancellation_policy:""insurance_verified:falsedelivery_date:""setup_time_needed:""notes:""
Phase 5: Speaker & Content Management
Speaker Outreach Template
Subject: Speaking at [Event Name] — [Date]
Hi [Name],
We're organizing [Event Name], a [type] event for [audience] on [date] in [location/virtual].
Your work on [specific topic/achievement] is exactly what our attendees need. We'd love you to deliver a [length]-minute [keynote/talk/workshop/panel] on [proposed topic].
What we offer:
- [Fee / travel + accommodation / exposure to X audience]
- Professional recording of your session
- Promotion to our [X]-person audience across [channels]
[X] attendees from companies like [notable names].
Interested? Happy to jump on a quick call this week.
Best,
[Name]
marketing_phases:awareness:# T-8 to T-6 weeks-Launcheventwebsite/landingpage-Announceonsocialmedia(3-5posts)-Emailblasttoexistinglist-Speakerannouncements(1perweek)-Partnercross-promotionbeginsconsideration:# T-6 to T-3 weeks-Shareagenda/sessiondetails-Speakerspotlightposts(interviews,quotes)-Earlytestimonialsfrompastevents-Retargetingadsonregistrantswhodidn'tcomplete
sponsorship_tiers:title_sponsor:price:""# typically 40-60% of total sponsorship goalbenefits:-Logo on all materials (event name:"Powered by [Sponsor]")-Keynoteslotorfiresidechat(10-15min)-Premiumboothlocation-Fullattendeelist(withconsent)-10complimentarytickets-Logoonrecording/replay-Socialmediamentions(10+)-Emailfeaturelimit:1gold:price:""benefits:-Logoonwebsiteandprintedmaterials
Sponsor Outreach Email
Subject: Sponsorship Opportunity — [Event Name] ([Date])
Hi [Name],
[Event Name] brings together [X] [audience type] on [date] in [location].
Last year: [X attendees], [X% decision-makers], [notable companies].
We have [tier] sponsorship packages from $[low] to $[high], including:
- [Top 3 benefits of relevant tier]
Our attendees match your ICP: [specific overlap].
Happy to send the full sponsorship deck. Quick 15 min this week?
Best,
[Name]
Sponsor ROI Package (Post-Event)
Send within 2 weeks:
Total attendee count and demographics
Booth traffic / session attendance numbers
Social media impressions and mentions
Photos featuring sponsor branding
Lead list (with consent) or scan data
Attendee satisfaction scores
"Thank you" and early-bird offer for next event
Phase 8: Day-Of Execution
Run of Show Document
The single most important document. Every staff member gets a copy.
run_of_show:event:""date:""venue:""team_contacts:event_lead: {name:"", phone:""}
av_tech: {name:"", phone:""}
registration: {name:"", phone:""}
catering: {name:"", phone:""}
venue_contact: {name:"", phone:""}
schedule:-time:"06:00"activity:"Team arrives, begin setup"owner:""notes:""-time:"07:00"activity:"AV check, mic test all rooms"owner:""notes:""# ... full schedule with owner and notes for every slotcontingency:speaker_no_show:"Backup: [name] on standby. Extend Q&A. Panel becomes fireside."
Emergency Kit Checklist
Power strips and extension cords (5+)
HDMI, USB-C, DisplayPort adapters (all types)
Backup laptop with all presentations
Mobile wifi hotspots (2-3)
Gaffer tape, duct tape, double-sided tape
Markers (whiteboard + permanent)
Scissors, box cutter
Batteries (AA, AAA)
Phone chargers (Lightning, USB-C)
First aid kit
Breath mints, pain relievers, hand sanitizer
Printed attendee list (backup for registration)
Cash for tips/emergencies
Spare badges and lanyards
Bluetooth speaker (backup audio)
Networking Facilitation Activities
Don't just say "network" — structure it:
Speed networking — 3 min rounds with prompt cards ("What's your biggest challenge this quarter?")
Birds of a feather — tables labeled by topic, self-select
Buddy match — pre-match 2 attendees with complementary profiles, email intro before event
Ask the expert — speakers available at labeled tables during breaks
Scavenger hunt — find people matching descriptions on a bingo card (icebreaker)
Phase 9: Virtual & Hybrid Events
Platform Selection Guide
Platform
Best For
Max Attendees
Price Range
Zoom Webinar
Simple webinars
10,000
$79-6,490/yr
StreamYard
Multi-speaker, branded
1,000
Free-$99/mo
Hopin
Full conferences
100,000
Custom
Luma
Community events, ticketing
Unlimited
Free-$59/mo
Airmeet
Networking-focused
10,000
$167+/mo
Riverside
High-quality recording
8 speakers
$24/mo
YouTube Live
Broadcast, no interaction
Unlimited
Free
Hybrid Event Rules
Virtual is NOT second-class — dedicated camera angles, chat moderator, virtual MC
Separate virtual agenda — don't just stream the in-person event; add virtual-only Q&A, breakouts
Tech check doubles — test in-room AND streaming simultaneously
Chat moderator mandatory — someone monitoring virtual chat and surfacing questions
On-demand within 24 hours — virtual attendees expect recordings fast
Pricing — virtual tickets = 30-50% of in-person (lower, but not free)
Virtual Engagement Techniques
Polls every 10 minutes — keep attention
Chat prompts — "Drop your city in chat!" at the start
Breakout rooms — 4-6 people, 10 min, specific prompt
Live Q&A — dedicate last 1/3 of session
Gamification — points for participation, prize at end
Camera-on culture — encourage (don't mandate) cameras for workshops
Phase 10: Post-Event Analysis & ROI
Feedback Survey (Send Within 24 Hours)
Keep it short (5 min max):
Overall satisfaction (1-10)
Which session was most valuable? (dropdown)
Which session was least valuable? (dropdown)
How likely to recommend to a colleague? (1-10 NPS)
