How to Plan an EB Event

Event Overview
Are you interested in taking a lead role within Emerge Broward or just more about event planning in general? Join us for a hands-on session where we walk through every step of planning a successful EB event—from concept to execution. We’ll give you the inside track on how committees like CONNECT, DEVELOP, IDENTIFY, and ENGAGE work together to deliver memorable experiences for our membership

Date: July 22^nd, 2025

Time: 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Location: Franklin Templeton Building (300 SE 2^nd Street, 6^th Floor, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301

Why Attend?

• Understand the Different Types of Events – signature gatherings like Leadership Launch or General Assembly, committee meetups, socials, and community-focused outings
• Gain practical knowledge on logistics, sourcing venues, sponsorship outreach, marketing, budgeting, and volunteer coordination
• Learn Leadership Skills – Strengthen your ability to lead, collaborate with peers, and guide teams through successful event planning and execution.

What You'll Learn

1. Event categorization – Determine if your concept aligns with "Connect," "Develop," "Engage," "Identify," or qualifies as a Signature Event
2. Planning timeline – Develop realistic milestones for venue booking, speaker invites, promotion, registration, and sponsorship acquisition
3. Marketing & membership outreach – Learn how we leverage website listings, social promotion, and coordination with committees and PR
4. Execution & follow‑up – Tips on event-day coordination and gathering feedback post-event