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    Event Planning Glossary

    Your comprehensive guide to event planning terminology

    A

    AV

    Audio/Visual equipment and services used in events, including sound systems, projectors, screens, and lighting.

    Technical

    B

    BEO

    Banquet Event Order - A detailed document outlining all arrangements for a catered function, including menu, setup, timing, and special requirements.

    Catering

    C

    Call Time

    The designated time when staff, performers, or vendors should arrive at an event.

    Planning

    D

    Dry Hire

    Renting a venue without any additional services like catering or staffing.

    Venues

    E

    Event Flow

    The planned sequence of activities and timing during an event.

    Planning

    F

    FOH

    Front of House - The public-facing areas of an event venue and the staff who work in them.

    Venues

    G

    Green Room

    A private room for speakers, performers, or VIPs to prepare and relax before and during an event.

    Venues

    H

    Hold

    A temporary reservation on a venue, date, or service pending final confirmation.

    Planning

    I

    In-House

    Services or equipment provided directly by the venue rather than external vendors.

    Venues

    L

    Load-In

    The process of bringing equipment, decorations, and supplies into a venue before an event.

    Technical

    M

    Minimum Spend

    The minimum amount a client must spend on food, beverages, or services as part of their venue contract.

    Financial

    O

    OOO

    Out Of Office - Important to note when key team members will be unavailable during event planning.

    Planning

    P

    Per Head

    Cost or calculation based on the number of attendees.

    Financial

    R

    Run Sheet

    A detailed timeline of an event, including all activities, responsibilities, and technical requirements.

    Planning

    S

    Site Visit

    An in-person inspection of a potential venue or event location.

    Planning

    Strike

    The process of dismantling and removing equipment and decorations after an event.

    Technical

    T

    Turn Time

    The time needed to reset a room or space between different events or sessions.

    Planning

    V

    Venue Capacity

    The maximum number of people allowed in a venue, often varying based on setup style.

    Venues

    W

    Walk-Through

    A detailed on-site review of event plans with key stakeholders.

    Planning

    Z

    Zero Hour

    The official start time of an event, used as a reference point for scheduling.

    Planning

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