Before the Party: The Business of Event Planning
It’s hard to focus on the serious side of event planning when you’re dazzled by fantastically styled parties, weddings and pop-ups (in person and on Pinterest). But without a firm grasp of business essentials, your attempts will likely end as unglamorously as an ice sculpture at an ill-conceived July 4th company barbecue.
Go behind the scenes of successful D.C. shindigs with event planners Lindz Routt and Joanna Klatzman. They’ll teach you the basics of their profession, and hand over the hard-won tips and tricks they wish they’d had when they started out.
Location
Veracruz Gallery
2108 Vermont Ave. NW
Washington,
DC
Neighborhood: U Street
Past event
Instructors
Joanna Klatzman built her love of events through coaching the George Washington University fencing team, positions with multi-cultural organizations and the DC Convention and Visitor’s Bureau, and travel around the globe. Her passions have led her to planning weddings, black-tie galas, cultural events, stage performances, and fundraisers, all reflecting her personal style.
Lindz Routt is an event coordinator who’s worked with local hotels, non-profits, arts organizations, and individuals. A volunteer for Art Whino, Submerge, ArtJamz, Artomatic, Emerge, and other organizations, she is dedicated to the advancement of the arts in the District.