Event Planning and Management

"Compelling, comprehensive, compulsory. My favourite 'go to' textbook." * Dr Richard Keith Wright, Senior Lecturer in Sport Events and Entrepreneurship, Auckland University of Technology, New Zealand *
"Provides an excellent insight into the complex and dynamic event planning process which is so crucial for successful event managers." * Dr Lucy Laville, Course Director, UK Centre for Events Management *
"Essential reading for anyone wanting to build a career in our amazing events industry. The balance of real-world, contemporary case studies and insight with educational models truly represent the diverse, complex and thrilling world that is event management." * Tim Collett, Managing Director, WRG, a division of the Creative Engagement Group, UK *
"This incredibly detailed book is a conduit to success for future event managers." * Amanda Edgcumbe, Founder and Director, Powwow Events *
"This book is truer to the real world of event planning and management than any I used while studying or that I've come across in over 20 years of running events." * Mark Breen, Director, Cuckoo Events and Safe Events (about a previous edition) *
"This book is easy to follow for both event professionals and event management students alike. The authors have broken down the planning process into bite-size chunks that are easy to digest, and they offer great tips and reminders for anyone responsible for organizing an event." * Emma Cartmell, CEO, CHS Group (about a previous edition) *
"The great benefit of this book is that it works for students coming into the event management world; but also speaking as an industry professional, it is extremely useful when planning and managing an event, as it gives a step-by-step guide for every stage in the process." * Rob Minto – Managing Director The Onlii *