Plan with Purpose: Inside the World of Event Planning

Plan with Purpose: Inside the World of Event Planning📍 VDA 190🗓️ February 12, 2026⏰ 5:00–6:00 PMEver wondered who makes conferences run on time, weddings sparkle, and campus events look easy (even though they rarely are)? This career discernment workshop pulls back the velvet curtain on the world of event planning and helps you decide whether this fast-paced, people-powered profession is right for you.In this interactive session, you will explore what event planners really do day to day. Not just the highlights, but the spreadsheets, timelines, budgets, vendor wrangling, and problem-solving that happen behind the scenes. We will talk honestly about the skills that matter, the personality traits that thrive, the career paths available, and what the lifestyle actually looks like.You will leave with a clearer understanding of:What event planning entails across industries (corporate, nonprofit, higher education, social events, and more)The skills and strengths that make someone successful in this fieldCommon misconceptions versus realityWhether or not event planning aligns with your interests, values, and long-term goalsWhether you are seriously considering event planning or just curious about a career built around creating meaningful experiences, this session is designed to help you plan with purpose.