Event Management Principles Flashcards
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When designing a seating chart for a gala dinner, what is the recommended minimum aisle width between banquet tables to allow for wheelchair accessibility?
Answer: 36 inches
ADA guidelines recommend a minimum of 36 inches for accessible aisles to allow wheelchair users to navigate safely between tables.
Which event role is responsible for managing the technical aspects of a production, including cue calls, lighting changes, and AV coordination during a live event?
Answer: Stage manager
The stage manager calls all technical cues and coordinates lighting, audio, and AV changes in real time during the event.
A hotel catering manager is preparing a proposal for a client who wants a seated dinner for 300 guests. Which layout consideration should be prioritized FIRST?
Answer: Room capacity and fire code occupancy limits
Fire code occupancy limits and room capacity must be verified first to confirm the space can safely and legally accommodate 300 guests.
What is 'lead time' in the context of event planning?
Answer: The period between the event booking and the event date
Lead time is the advance planning period from when an event is contracted to when it takes place, affecting what resources and vendors are available.
During a multi-day conference, what is the recommended frequency for reviewing and reconciling the event's running budget against actual expenses?
Answer: Daily
Daily budget reconciliation during a multi-day event allows planners to catch overspending early and adjust remaining expenses accordingly.
Which contract clause specifies the last date by which a client can reduce the number of guaranteed guests without financial penalty?
Answer: Guarantee reduction window
A guarantee reduction window (sometimes called a reduction clause) defines the deadline by which a client may lower the guest count without triggering penalty charges.
In event risk management, what does a 'site inspection' primarily help a planner assess?
Answer: Physical hazards, logistical challenges, and vendor access at the venue
A site inspection allows planners to physically evaluate the venue for safety hazards, loading dock access, power capacity, and operational flow.