ISES Education Forum

Event Focus 2009 brings you a dynamic and innovative seminar programme and series of interactive workshops, completely free of charge to all visitors. The seminars are FREE to attend but places are limited so please register here detailing which sessions you would like to attend. Places will be given on a first come, first served basis.

Career Advice and CV surgery

Advice and guidance from event recruitment specialists. What do event companies look for in an employee? How is the job market in events currently looking? CV advice, interview skills and much more!
Presented by Xchange Team
Time: 12.45pm

How to Gain, Train, and Maintain a Successful workforcePractical tips, tools and proven ideas on how to build a dynamic sales force

A workshop focusing on practical and useable ideas laced with examples and stories of top performers and leaders around the world.
Presented by Frank Furness
Time: 1.00pm

Big Ideas

An inspirational masterclass on experiential marketing and a refreshing insight into the fact that although the power of the Big Idea can be immense the implementation budget can be surprisingly modest!
Presented by Derrick Tuke Hastings
Time: 1.45pm

Smart Habits for Strategic Thinking

A coaching session on event planning and management, covering the basics from conception to a successful delivery, with tips and case studies on how to best negotiate your way towards maximum impact and minimal cost.
Presented by Chris Powell
Time: 2.00pm

Beyond the Black Tie Ball
Creative and alternative approaches to fundraising events in a tough market

In the face of economic uncertainty, fundraising is tougher than ever. Hear leading charities and organisations advice on how to buy better, maximise attendance and ensure that each event is better than the last.
Time: 3.00pm

In Safe Hands with Steve Kearney

Independent health and safety consultant on the live events industry and ISES resident expert, Safety Steve's session will cover everything from compliance to the nitty gritty of risk assessments.
Presented by Steve Kearney, Health and Safety Consultant
Time: 3.45pm

Successful Events in Uncertain Times

Finding the means of putting the real impact of the credit crunch into perspective, hear from leading industry professionals on how best to broach the tougher times, maintaining value and return on investment when budgets tighten.
Presented by Derek Arden
Time: 4.00pm

Personal Leadership in Action: Creating Magical Results

A dynamic, interactive session focusing on how to push yourself and your business forward.
Presented by Jim Steele, RogenSi
Time: 4.45pm