Events Marketing Management : A consumer perspective

In order to market events effectively it is vital to consider the organiser’s perspective and link it to those of the consumers attending. As such, this is the first book on the topic which reflects the unique characteristics of marketing in the Events industry by exploring both sides of the marketing coin – the supply and the demand – in the specific context of events.

The book begins by defining events and the implications this has for their marketing. It then explores the event marketing landscape and discusses the consumer experience. Finally it focuses on the strategies employed to manage the marketing activities related to events. The title introduces the reader to core principals as well as current developments such as e marketing, social media, sponsorship and PR. 

This textbook provides students with an essential introduction to the theoretical underpinnings and practicalities of managing the marketing of events.

In order to market events effectively, it is vital to consider marketing of events from the organiser’s perspective and to link it to that of the consumers attending events. As such, this is the first book on the topic which reflects the unique characteristics of marketing in the Events industry by exploring both sides of the marketing coin – the supply and the demand – in the specific context of events. The book takes the reader from core marketing mix principles to exploring the event marketing landscape to consumer experience and involvement with event marketing and finally strategies and tactics employed to manage the marketing activities related to events. The use of technology, importance of sponsorship and PR are also considered. International case studies are integrated throughout to show practical realities of marketing and managing events and a range of useful learning aids are incorporated to aid navigation throughout the book, spur critical thinking and further students’ knowledge.

This accessible and comprehensive account of Events Marketing and Management is essential reading for all students and future managers.