Nobody needs to be told that excellent events don’t happen by themselves. On the contrary, they call for a detailed plan for excellence behind the scenes as well as what meets the eye for spectators. A strong event is supported by an excellent working relationship with the local sports commission and CVB, as well as several vendors, including photography, housing and medical planning. Other aspects adding to the overall excellence of the competition include proper marketing and the strong pursuit of athletes to participate. Learn about all those things and more in this issue.
Once you’ve decided on a city for your tournament, meet or other competition, it’s time to get down to business. One critical part of that business is deciding on the accommodations for your athletes. If you’re new to event management or to the process of arranging for hotels, you might be overwhelmed. Here are some pointers to help you get started. more....