Product Description: The geometry problems colorfully inscribed on sangaku plaques that survive in shrines and temples throughout Japan have long fascinated those who appreciate the beauty of geometric figures and enjoy challenging puzzles. Aida Yasuaki (1847–1817) was one of the most prolific originators of the wasan tradition that produced them...read more

For event planners, there's no such thing as a dress rehearsal! Any event you plan and stage is a reflection of your company's image — from the initial invitation to onsite operations. Whether you're planning a product launch, conference, sales meeting, an incentive event, or a gala fund-raiser, remember that the magic of a truly memorable event is in the details, but so is the devil. Special events are fraught with thousands of details, and have to come off without a hitch. Whether your event is for 50 or 2,000 people, whether it has a budget of a few thousand dollars, or hundreds of thousands, planning and executing the project is like a high-wire act without the safety nets. Event Planning gives you a blueprint for planning and executing special events with flair and without any unexpected surprises and expenses. This unique book is loaded with practical advice on every aspect of organizing and managing special events: Choosing the best venue Preparing and managing the budget Scheduling and staffing Coordinating food and beverage, décor, entertainment, and themes Working with professionals, such as public relations firms and creative directors. What you don't know or know to ask can have a major effect on the success of your event and on your budget. Event Planning takes you through every aspect of organizing and executing a successful event: the planning stages, timing and logistics, budget preparation, operations, and on-site management. Event Planning: Includes sample costing forms to help you generate a detailed project plan and budget. Explains what you need to ask before you contract with suppliers. Is loaded with practical tips and examples that will help you avoid expensive mistakes. Features a companion website with forms from the book, additional forms, author Q&A, and more. Event Planning takes you behind the scenes, and provides practical tools for anyone who has to plan and execute a truly special event: Corporate in-house event planners Public relations and communications companies, and their clients Marketing and corporate communications professionals Fundraisers and not-for-profit organizations Professionals in the hospitality and entertainment industries

Product Description: Meetings should drive results. Instead they drive most people crazy! Make Meetings Matter will help you rethink the role of meetings in your organization and enable you to: * Reinvent meetings to get more done, minimize time spent, and maximize productivity...read more

Product Description: Did you ever think you might be able to make money leading seminars to teach others what you know? Or promoting a dynamic speaker who motivates the crowds? Many people pay top dollar to attend seminars that teach them how to do something faster, better, more easily or more profitably—which gives you a great opportunity for profit...read more

Addresses site selection, contract negotiation, publicity, entertainment, scheduling, setting up and breaking down, event logistics, menus, A/V requirements, expenses, and emergencies. (view table of contents)

Shows entrepreneurs how to plan profitable seminars, including tips on how to test-market subject matter, negotiate conference room rates, and develop and sell accompanying tape cassettes.

Advocates adding lighthearted humor to make meetings more productive and effective.

Presents step-by-step instructions on the process of planning meetings and events, and includes tips on site selection, registration, and negotiation (view table of contents)

Product Description: Are you looking to put more fun in your functions? More bang in your banquets? Now real help is at hand--with Themes, Dreams, and Schemes, the complete guide to menu and theme management for banquet, catering, and meeting/event planning operations...read more (view table of contents, read Amazon.com's description)

Product Description: In spite of new, technologically advanced means of communication, the demand for face-to-face interaction among scientists is as great as ever. In this concise, yet thorough work, the author offers invaluable guidance for organizers of all sizes of scientific meetings...read more (view table of contents, read Amazon.com's description)

Product Description: Examines how to restrict crowded agendas, scattered focuses of discussion, and all the familiar weaknesses of group discipline--and use board energy efficiently and effectively. Tells how to select subject matter for meetings, how to plan use of board time, control the agenda, and discusses how long a board meeting should be in order to fulfill its task of governing...read more

Product Description: Anyone who has ever spent a wasted hour in an unnecessary meeting that accomplished nothing will appreciate the excellent practical advice in this book. cindy Lakin Morley addresses those educators who must regularly lead meetings of school improvement teams, parent-teacher organizations, curriculum committees, school faculties, and numerous other groups engaged in collective decision making...read more

Meetings, Conventions, and Expositions: An Introduction to the Industry by Rhonda J. Montgomery. John Wiley & Sons Inc.,1994

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Covers all aspects of meeting management, from budgets and contracts to food-and-beverage arrangements and registrations