The Big Fat Indian Conference
Having been in the business of participating or organizing large scale events and conferences I couldn't help but draw parallels between the Big Fat Indian Wedding and these. Maybe its cultural and we will always love a well structured event but the uncanny similarities are hard to miss. Outlining the flow of events for a large corporate conference below. This list is not exhaustive but just a sample of what most events cover. Budgets planned and approvals acquired say 7-8 months in advance for the event planned. Event managers if required should be roped in to help with the execution of your vision. Save the date mailers and blocking time in advance (say 2-3 months) before the event. Teasers/mailers and maybe even gifts shared to block the time of key invitees. Travel/stay arrangements to be made for these folks with the optimum options.Venue needs to be finalized keeping in mind the scale of the conference and the branding and buzz you want to create. Plan the agenda a...