A Meeting Planner's Guide to Catered Events

Written by an industry authority who has spoken on the topic in the continuing education programs for Professional Convention Management Association, Meeting Professionals International, the International Association for Exposition Management, and the Convention Industry Council

Organized so there are chapters with information applicable to any type of catered event, including on-premise catering, off-premise catering, themed events, outdoor events, and the typical types of catered events

Includes a chapter on how to plan low-cost events as well as one for upscale, extravagant events

Includes material on the use of outside suppliers, contracts, and negotiating tips

Professional Advice text boxes throughout highlight some of the major challenges meeting planners face every day and present suggestions for solutions

Pedagogy includes Chapter Outlines, EOC Summary and Review Questions, and a key terms Glossary