Events have both internal and external stakeholders.

True

Which of the following is not an example of an external stakeholder

Board of Directors

What does BEO stand for?

Banquet Event Order

There are many reasons why events take place.

True

Which Domain is NOT tested in the current CMP examination

Domain J: Professionalism

After continued absences, corporate decided to let Felix go from his job in Unreasonable Hospitality.

False

Which one of the below is an element that is experienced when planning an event at a nontraditional venue.

Higher risk

Which of the following is an example of a restriction that an event venue may out in their contract?

Use of Outside Vendors

In class, I showed a Digideck (Virtual Proposal). What client was the presentation prepared for?

Biggby Coffee

Ramps to accommodate a speaker in a wheelchair is an example of what form of accessibility?

Structural Consideration

When considering a meeting location, which of the following would not be a consideration?

Use of rewards points

A location of an event can contribute to the achievement of the event's goals and objectives.

True

This is also known as a secure entrance for VIP's

Green Room

In today's class I distributed Choose Lansing Visitor Guides. What is found on the last page of the guide?

Map of parking lots

An event resume is a document that outlines meeting room assignments. It shows a visual and written representation of your on-site conference layout and actual venue space.

False

Which of the following is not a factor influencing your attendee profile

Conference Referral

How is CIF Value calculated?

Cost+Insurance+Freight

Which level of event ROI indicates learning?

2

Event Design is a program which allows you to select speakers from a speaker bureau.

True

Which of the following is NOT a Design Thinking Phase?

Illustration

This type of delivery format is participant led. The agenda is created by attendees upon arrival and includes open discussions.

Unconference

A speaker's bureau generally represents 100's of speakers and works for a fee.

True

All of the following should be considered when securing a speaker contract, except?

Recommendation of speaker by internal stakeholders

What is the role of an industry expert?

Identified through call for proposals, typically used in breakout sessions.

You have planned a one-hour reception with a hosted bar. Which of the following options would least reduce your total food and beverage costs?

Serve pretzels, chips, and nuts

The menu planning for your convention event is the responsibility of the:

Meeting Planner

For your awards banquet, you decide you want to include butler service. What does this mean?

The guests will have hors d'oeuves passed on trays with napkins

Your annual event has 5000 attendees. You will be providing alcoholic beverages during the opening reception on the first evening. You have a limited budget to cover these costs. In order to control the costs, what is your best plan of action?

Distribute drink tickets

Professional Speaker

Often Keynote Speakers

Moderator/Facilitator

May be internal or external; lead panel

Industry Expert

May be identified through call for proposals. Experts often selected by internal staff

Academic Speaker

Includes professors or researchers; may include graduate students to present paper or poster

Live Event Host

Keep event on track; link between events

Virtual Host

Engage remote audience

Performers, Musicians, and Enterainers

Entertain appropriately for audience

The Classics: Traditional Venues

These are purpose-built spaces designed specifically for hosting events. Examples: Hotels, convention centers, university ballrooms, and banquet halls.

Nontraditional Venues

Definition: These are spaces not primarily designed for events but are adapted to host them. Examples: Museums, art galleries, botanical gardens, historic homes, rooftops, warehouses, and unique retail spaces.

Butler Service

Trays of bite sized items are passed by serving staff

Plated Service

Serving two or more courses at table

Buffet

A line or multiple lines of attendees take plates past the buffet set-up and select their own food

Food Stations

Attendees directed to multiple areas that may be themed or a specific food type (Action Station

Concessions

pay on your own, Food is typically provided by venue, not caterer

Family Style (or English) service

Each table receives a platter of food, guests serve themselves

French service

Specific items are prepared tableside, not suitable for large group

Russian Service

Elegant style, slower service. Each item is placed by server onto guest plates