Consulting

Consulting – Conference and Event Development, Marketing and Management Services

In addition to generating its own events, Falk Marques Group specializes in conference and event development, marketing, and operations management on a contract basis to create successful revenue-generating events for client organizations. In partnership with clients we create market-driven conferences and seminars that fulfill the networking and education needs of identified target audiences. We bring unsurpassed marketing expertise and successfully incorporate a cost management approach to produce well-attended and superbly organized meetings attuned to detail and quality.

Conference/seminar/meeting planning and management services are customized to each individual client, responding to the extent of the client's needs. Our services include:

Market Analysis and Conference Program Content Development

  • Market Analysis and Forecasting
  • Needs Assessment and Analysis
  • Program Concept Development
  • Program Content Development

Conference Marketing and Promotion

  • Market Research
  • Strategic Marketing and Brand-Building Plan Formulation
  • Benchmarking, Tracking, and Evaluation of Marketing Plan
  • Brochure Development and Copywriting
  • Web Site Development
  • Search Engine Optimization
  • Direct-Mail Marketing Campaign Development and Management
  • Electronic Marketing Campaign Development and Management
  • Blog Marketing and Optimization
  • Data Base and List Management
  • Public Relations Program Management

Conference Management

  • Client Consultations
  • Budget Planning and Projections
  • Conference Marketing Plan Formulation
  • Time-Line/Deadline Calendar Preparation and Management
  • Project Management
  • Conference Staff Management
  • Post-Conference Financial Report Preparation
  • Comprehensive Post-Conference Report Preparation Including Recommendations for Future Meetings

Conference Planning and Logistics Management

  • Site Selection and Contract Negotiation
  • Room Block Management
  • Attrition Management
  • Travel Negotiation and Management
  • Audio-Visual Coordination Including Stage Set Management
  • Graphics and Signage Creation and Management
  • Food and Beverage Planning
  • On-Site Logistics Management
  • Vendor Account Reconciliation

Conference Administration

  • Attendee Registration Management Including On-Line Registration
  • Speaker, Moderator and Advisor Communication
  • Syllabus/Program Guide/Handout Coordination and Production
  • Continuing Education Accreditation Acquisition and Coordination
  • Conference Evaluation Development, Implementation, Tabulation, and Analysis

New Media Project Management

  • Alternative Delivery Method Strategy Development and Management (e.g., Webinars, Streaming Video, Podcasting)
  • Added-Value Revenue Generation Marketing and Management (e.g., CDs, DVDs, Reports, Whitepapers)
  • Multi-Media Presentation Development
  • Teleconferencing Management