Fundraising Event Planning Series: Derby Day Part 1

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In this episode of Elevate Your Event, we dive deep into the world of fundraising event planning, with a focus on our Kentucky Derby-themed event journey. Join us as we share our experiences, challenges, and insights on how to plan and evolve a successful fundraiser. We emphasize the importance of setting clear goals, creating a budget, and prioritizing revenue generation over cost-cutting. Discover how effective team organization and communication are essential for event success.

Chapters:

• Introduction and Background (00:00)
• The Evolution of the Event(01:20)
• Moving to a Different Venue (04:06)
• Challenges and Changes Due to COVID-19 (05:37)
• Planning for the Derby Event (08:53)
• Organizing the Team and Setting Goals (09:52)
• Budgeting and Ticket Pricing (14:06)
• Takeaways from the Budget Discussion (19:25)
• Organizing Teams and Tasks (32:49)
• Setting Goals and Objectives (02:30)
• Creating a Compelling Event Experience (10:15)
• Effective Marketing and Promotion (20:45)
• Engaging Sponsors and Partners (30:10)
• Managing Event Logistics (40:20)
• Conclusion (45:26)

Key Takeaways:

• Organizing a successful fundraising event requires meticulous planning and goal-setting.
• Focus on revenue generation rather than solely cutting costs.
• Efficiently assign tasks to different teams and individuals to streamline planning.
• Maintain open communication and coordination among team members for a successful event.

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