Title: (Optional) Plan a conference or event.
Course: Hospitality, Tourism, and Recreation I (16999-I) > Section: Exploring Conference and Event Planning

Planning should include creating an event for an educational institution, community or nonprofit organization, business, or government institution that meets school division policies.

Examples of events include

- fundraisers (e.g., dinners)
- holiday events (e.g., breakfast with Santa, Mother’s Day tea)
- leadership conferences with multiple speakers or workshops
- school or community dances
- youth or adult athletic tournaments (e.g., wrestling, softball, rodeos)
- youth or adult non–athletic competitions/tournaments (e.g., speech, music)
- community festivals or tourism events
- college, career, or employment fairs
- award ceremonies (e.g., hall of fame, teacher of the year banquets).

Process/Skill Questions:

Thinking

- What factors will determine if an event is a success?
- What type of events require an event planner?

Communication

- How are the needs of the client communicated to the vendors of an event?
- What types of written contracts are needed when planning an event?

Leadership

- How does one effectively manage a team during an event?
- Who needs to be included on the event management team?

Management

- What type of safety and risk management protocols should be in place for an event?
- What skills are necessary for planning on-site operations during an event?

Teacher Resources:

- FCCLA Event Management STAR Event Guidelines and Rubric (available in the FCCLA portal)
- FCCLA Hospitality, Tourism, and Recreation STAR Event Guidelines and Rubric (available in the FCCLA portal)