Connect & Emerge Event Planning Conference
Get inspiration, resources, and connections that will transform your work.
What You Will Experience:
- Engaging sessions with important topics for anyone involved in events
- Sponsor tables showcasing the latest products, services and information
- Delicious meals provided by local chefs and caterers who will share powerful insights to enhance food and beverage at your events
- Opportunities to share your resources at our Attendee Resource Table (bring your info!)
- Light bulb moments and serendipity as you find new ideas, inspiration, and new connections for future collaborations
- All-day hot and cold beverages, including a coffee and tea bar, to fuel your day
- Maybe most importantly, a chance for you to take time for YOU. The events industry is HARD. Let us take care of you for a day or two!
Conference topics include:
- Resources, tips, tricks and trends for events
- Event regulations and permits
- Event marketing
- Event safety and risk management
- Food and beverage trends and demos
- Managing music and entertainment
- Attendee management and the attendee experience
- Fundraising and sponsorships
- Volunteer and event staff management
- Event setup and logistics
- Technology and events
- Accessibility at events
- Finding and managing event speakers
- Power of collaboration
- Events on a budget
- And more!
WHY ARE WE DOING THIS CONFERENCE?
Event planning consistently ranks near the top of the “Most Stressful” jobs lists. In a post-pandemic world the stress has been amplified and the burnout rate is high.
My mission is to connect the event planning community locally and regionally, sharing information and showcasing resources. This is important so that we can continue to produce the best events possible, while also taking care of ourselves and preventing burnout.
WHO IS BEHIND THIS CONFERENCE?
Hi! I’m Jennifer Clark. I created Emerge Events in 2011 with the first signature event, the Pine Belt Women’s Expo. Since then Emerge Events has created several signature events including the Pine Belt Women Business Owner Summit and this event planning conference. I also collaborate with other businesses and organizations to produce events globally.
I am passionate about fostering industry growth and helping make connections. I want people to leave my events with new information and connections that will make a positive impact on their work and life.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
This conference is for anyone involved in the events industry, both paid professionals and volunteers, event planners and suppliers, and those who have information and resources to offer anyone in the events industry. It doesn’t matter what kind of events you are involved in: corporate, weddings, festivals, social, nonprofit, or something else. Gathering our diverse events industry together can benefit all!
Date and Time
Tuesday Jan 28, 2025 Wednesday Jan 29, 2025
Tuesday & Wednesday
Jan. 28-29, 2025
8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Location
PRCC Woodall Center - Hattiesburg
Fees/Admission
Tickets include general sessions, breakout sessions, networking opportunities, and visiting exhibitor tables, delicious meals with insights from the chefs and caterers, all day hot and cold beverages including a hot tea and coffee bar! Tickets also include an optional Meet & Greet on Tuesday. We also will include 2 BONUSES for our attendees! After the conference, attendees will receive: Discounts available for group tickets and full-time students. Email Jennifer@EmergeEvents.com for more information.
BONUS #1: Comprehensive Event Planning Guide developed by Emerge Events
Includes checklists, templates, sample budgets, sample marketing plans and more!
$50 value, but technically we think the value is priceless!
BONUS #2: A FREE listing for one year in a brand new local Event Planning Directory
Launching in February, this searchable directory will include local venues, caterers, rentals, florists, speakers, entertainment and more!
$162 value!-Two-Day Ticket – $150
-One-Day Ticket – $85
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