November 20, 2025 | 1 PM ET
Smart Planning, Safe Events: What Every Planner Needs to Know
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Let’s be real: Event planning isn’t all champagne toasts and perfect playlists. Behind every jaw-dropping gala or seamless conference is a planner armed with spreadsheets, backup plans, and maybe a weather app permanently open on their phone.
If you’ve ever said “Wait, is that in the contract?” or “Do we have a plan B… or C?” — this webinar is for you.
Welcome to “Smart Planning, Safe Events: What Every Planner Needs to Know,” featuring two powerhouse instructors from UNC Charlotte’s Meeting and Event Planning Certificate program: Jennifer Bishop and Brittney Derrick, CPCE. These aren’t just planners. They’re event strategists, contract connoisseurs, and crisis whisperers with decades of experience, and they’re ready to drop the kind of wisdom you only learn the hard way.
Here’s what you’ll learn:
- Brittney’s golden rule: “Everything is negotiable.” Learn how to read contracts like a pro and build safeguards into every detail.
- Planning for the unplannable — From gale-force winds at the Brooklyn Navy Yard to cooking mishaps at 4 a.m., Jennifer and Brittney have been there. Discover how smart planning makes the difference between chaos and cool confidence.
- Communication = Crisis Prevention — Get insider tips on managing vendors, stakeholders, and clients with next-level organization and bulletproof backup systems.
- Set goals that actually do something — Jennifer shares how “SMART” goals evolve beyond buzzwords and into real, measurable tools, even when your ROI is more about “I Do’s” than dollars.
Whether you’re running events without formal training or just starting your journey in the field, this webinar will help you plan smarter, communicate clearer, and sleep better knowing you’ve covered every base.
Bonus: Jennifer and Brittney are real-world collaborators with war stories, wisdom, and the kind of advice you’ll want to write down twice. You’ll walk away with actionable strategies that keep events smooth, safe, and spectacular.
Reserve your spot now and step into your next event with confidence, clarity, and a rock-solid plan.