After The Event

Hold an evaluation meeting to debrief on the event. This will help you to learn the positives and the negatives of the event. Keep a record of the outcomes so that they can be noted for future occasions. If there were any problems ensure that it is written down how they were solved.

Evaluate the feedback from whatever method is chosen and ensure that notice is taken of comments made for any future events.

Finalise the accounts and paying of all the bills.

Write a brief report and include any photographs, press coverage etc. Keep this with a copy of your budget and final accounts.

Finally, write and thank everyone who has taken part in the event, no matter how large or small a part they have played, this includes sponsors, volunteers, staff, the supplier of the venue and anyone else who has played a part in the event.