Best Use of Event Budget
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This award celebrates exemplary strategic planning and execution of corporate events in Ireland by in-house event teams, emphasising the efficient management of financial resources to maximise impact. Eligibility: Open to in-house event teams from corporations and organisations who organised their own events. Entrants must cite one or more events held over the past 18 months. This award is not open to external event planning companies or agencies, however they can nominate their client to enter.
Entry is by a 5-page A4 PDF submission; the judges will be looking for a clear plan and evidence that it is delivering on core objectives, paying attention to the criteria listed below.
- Event(s) Overview: Summarise the corporate event's goals, audience, and size, noting any unique features or challenges.
- Team Profile: Describe the in-house event team's experience, skills, and notable accomplishments.
- Budget Management: Explain how the budget was allocated, showcasing strategic decision-making.
- Cost Efficiency: Demonstrate efficient resource use without sacrificing quality, using negotiation and prioritisation.
- Innovation: Showcase creative solutions used to enhance impact within budget limitations.
- Outcomes & Results: Demonstrate measurable results and corporate client satisfaction achieved within the allocated budget, including attendee engagement and overall success metrics.