Strategic guide for large-scale annual events and conferences (100-500+ attendees)
Annual major events—conferences, symposia, and large-scale gatherings—are the flagship moments in ISCP's calendar. They showcase the profession, unite members from across Ireland, and deliver high-value CPD at scale.
This playbook provides the strategic and operational framework for planning, executing, and evaluating these complex events, ensuring they run smoothly while delivering exceptional experiences for 100-500+ attendees.
18-month timeline with governance, budget, and risk management
RFP process, site visits, and contract negotiation for large venues
Keynote speakers, breakout sessions, and networking opportunities
Package design, prospect outreach, and sponsor relationship management
Ticketing tiers, early bird pricing, and delegate management
Multi-channel strategy to reach target registration numbers
Run-of-show, staffing, AV, catering, and logistics
ROI analysis, attendee feedback, and strategic recommendations
Premier annual gathering with keynotes, concurrent sessions, exhibition, and gala dinner
Focused clinical topic with expert speakers and hands-on workshops
Deep-dive into specific areas (e.g., sports physio, neurology) with international speakers