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1. Event manage- encompasses the planning and production of all types of events, including meet-
ment ings and conventions, exhibitions, festivals and other cultural celebrations, sports
competitions, entertainment spectaculars, private functions and numerous other
special events.
2. Event studies field of research and teaching focused on the nature and importance of events in
society, the economy, and the environment
3. Event tourism the systematic planning, development and marketing of events as tourist attrac-
tions, catalysts for other development, image builders, and animators of attractions
and destinations
4. Event temporary occurrence, either planned or unplanned
5. Planned event temporary occurrence with a pre-determined beginning and end
Every planned event is unique, stemming from its blend of management, program,
setting and people
6. Special Event wedding
One-time or infrequently occurring event outside of normal program or activities
of a sponsoring or organizing body
To the customer or guest, it is an opportunity for an experience outside the normal
range or choices, or beyond every experience.
7. Hallmark event (Mardi Gras)- major one-time or recurring events possessing such significance,
in terms of tradition, attractiveness, quality or publicity that they provide the host
venue, community or destination with a competitive edge
8. Mega event (super bowl) - events that, by way of size or significance, yield extraordinarily
high levels of tourism, mega coverage, prestige, or economic impact for the host
community, venue or organization
9. Media event
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(sports event in which attendance is impossible - cross country eco challenge)-
event created mainly for broadcast audience, rather spectators
10. Corporate event (Honda Indy 300)- any event produced by or for a corporation as part of its
marketing or other management functions
11. Cause-related any event produced with the purpose of promoting or raising money for a specific
event cause or charity
12. Publicity event "planned news events" specifically created to attract attention
13. Periodic event (Lollapalooza)- Events that are held regularly, such as once every year
14. one time event (World fairs, someone's wedding)- events held only once or events that move
around and seldom return to the same location
15. Professionalism "The conduct, behavior, and attitude of someone in the work or business environ-
ment"
"The skill, good judgement, and polite behavior that is expected from a person
who is trained to do a job well."
16. quasi-profession Event management is an emerging
17. Ethics code of conduct have been developed by various professional associations
18. Senior The "general manager," and perhaps a second-in-command. Sometimes referred
to as chief executive oflcer (CEO) or executive director if report to board
19. Middle Managers of functional areas.
"Marketing manager"
"Volunteer coordinator"
"Program director"
20. Supervisory
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