How to run successful events that will maximize your potential and your profits 

As fundraisers, volunteers and organization leaders we can often find ourselves unpacking and dusting off the same event signage year after year. We settle into a rhythm of two to three standard events a year because, well, they work. But, are they really giving us the return we’re hoping for and our organizations need?

If you’re looking to reinvigorate your organization’s special events, join Susan Lewis and Wendy Sears as they do a deep dive on how to plan and implement community based events that are not only effective, but maximize profits.

FORMAT:

12:30 – 1:00 PM     Registration
1:00 – 2:30 PM     Presentation and Workshop
2:30 – 3:00 PM     Q&A

Refreshments will be provided

TOPICS:

• What does it take to run effective events?
• Building your toolkit: checklists to ensure a successful event
• How to market an event effectively across mediums – print, digital etc.
• What’s new in the world fundraising events?
• Galas, auctions and other specials initiatives
• How to maximize profits and control costs 

AFP Member rate:                       $ 20.00
Potential Member rate:               $ 30.00

CFRE Credits: 2

Space is limited.  Please register early.

About the Speakers:

Lewis & Sears provide over 50 years combined experience in the event and conference management industry throughout British Columbia, USA and several International locations. Susan Lewis and Wendy Sears are two event management experts who have combined their talents to form Lewis & Sears
Marketing & Event Management. Our philosophy is to execute every aspect in a professional and friendly manner. Our strength is in understanding our client’s needs and exceeding their expectations in order to provide a successful event.

Susan Lewis has staged major events and promotions all over the world. Her career in the conference management business began in the late 80’s when she worked in Whistler, B.C. at the newly opened Whistler Conference Centre. From there she moved on to the Vancouver Convention Centre and held the position of event manager for several years. In 2003, Susan struck out on her own and has never looked back. Susan leads the event division at Lewis & Sears specializing in impeccable detail and exceptional results. Her creativity allows her to find unique solutions for all types of events. The bigger the challenge the more appeal it holds for her. Susan loves to colour outside the lines.

Wendy Sears enjoyed a 20 year career in management mainly with Fairmont Hotels & Resortsbefore making the move to Vancouver Island in 2005. Wendy has worked on-site with logistic teams for the 2010, 2012 and 2014 Olympic Games. She has shared her skills extensively with a number of Resort properties on Vancouver Island leading their sales and marketing team efforts. Her keen eye for detail and calm approach is a skill that many can learn from. Outside of work Wendy leads an active life discovering Vancouver Island either hiking with her handsome dog Simpson, paddling the coast in her kayak or through her passion for photography. “Don’t look back, you are not going that way.