A member of event staff who guides guests to their seats or designated areas and assists with access management.
Ushers are positioned at venue entrances and throughout the event space to direct guests efficiently. At theatre-style events, they check tickets and escort guests to the correct rows. At gala dinners, they assist guests in locating their tables. Ushers are often the first staff a guest interacts with and play a significant role in first impressions. Their briefing should cover the floor plan, seating chart, emergency exits, and access control protocols.
MC
Master of Ceremonies — the host who introduces segments, manages timing, and guides guests through the programme from the stage.
Emcee
Alternative spelling of MC (Master of Ceremonies) — the person who hosts and facilitates the live event programme.
Keynote
The principal speaker or presentation at a conference or event, setting the overarching theme or message.
Event Coordinator
A professional responsible for the operational logistics and on-the-ground execution of an event.
Event Manager
A professional who oversees the full lifecycle of an event — from concept and brief through delivery and post-event debrief.
Vendor
An external company or individual contracted to provide products or services for an event.