Budget and Financial Management Produce informative budget and income projections for committee review, balancing potential revenue sources against event expenses to show a high/low case fundraising potential.
Research the most cost effective supplies and services.
Continual revision of budget analysis as event plans are formulated and donations are secured.
Provide detailed accounting and budget tracking of all approved expenses.
In-Kind Donor Participation Advise committee on potential outlets for in-kind donor participation such as restaurant/celebrity chef participation, beverage donors, auction donors, product and supply donors to reduce event expenses and add to marketability and profile of function.
Develop tailored approaches to solicit in-kind donations, design and produce solicitation materials, and track follow-up calls.
Work with confirmed donors to ensure logistical arrangements are handled smoothly, that donors are provided VIP treatment, and ensure that donor benefits promised are provided: acknowledgment in printed materials, confirmation materials, thank you letters, etc..
Silent Auctions: track donations and structure of silent auctions, producing all materials, sales systems and auction procedures.
Invitation and Printed Materials Consult on and create timelines, budgets, production schedules, and oversee graphic design for all printed marketing materials such as invitations, flyers, posters, and programs.
Track and proof all copy information ensuring that participants, donors and sponsors are confirmed, on schedule and receive necessary recognition.
Assist in defining target mailing audience and coordinate mailing execution and personalization either in-house or with a mail house.
Coordinate execution and personalization of mailings.
Track event RSVPs or ticket sales, manage guest lists and registration materials.
Entertainment Research and outline entertainment options.
Present a selection of possible dance bands, headliners, background instrumentals, casual performers, etc., which complement the theme and atmosphere of your function.
Coordinate the participation of entertainers and obtain quotes for your review.
Make all logistical arrangements for performers, such as staging/sound/lighting requirements, dressing areas, backstage rider requirements, loading, etc.
Orchestrate performance time schedule, provide a stage manager to oversee details, including any of your own special speakers, honorees or programs.
Prepare scripts, video and PowerPoint Presentations, if needed.
Venues and Logistics Research event site options, providing novel alternatives in venues, tenting, facilities, transportation, parking, and other logistical arrangements.
Design floor plans, seating arrangements, registration set up, traffic flow, etc.
Create and manage event day timeline of event activities with all assigned responsibilities for set-up, event, and breakdown.
Coordinate all permit requirements to ensure that the event complies with all applicable regulations.