Accelerator event management training

About

Mullum Laneways was one of 15 events that undertook a six month Accelerator Regional Event Management Training Program developed and conducted by rEVENTS Academy for Byron Shire Council.

For this new event, three volunteers undertook the program to develop a community arts and creative festival for Mullumbumby that involved local artists, businesses, and the community.

Accelerator event management training program

Over six months the event organisers received:

One-day face to face event bootcamp.
10 weeks of guided training, group check ins and intensive one-on-one event management coaching providing tailored support.
Lifetime access to an on-demand online event management training program.
Lifetime access to over 30 templates and resources to support event planning.
Networking opportunities with other events in Byron Shire.
Inspiration from best practice examples throughout regional Australia.
12 hours of coaching.
In-person wrap up sessions.
A networking wrap up event.

Outcomes

During the program, major milestones were achieved for the development of Mullum Laneways

Established a filing system
Developed the framework of a strategic plan
Determined mission: Building a stronger community and a better place by bringing people together, sparking creativity, joy and openness through the arts.
Determined vision: Kaleido Mullumbimby is a celebration and expression of the creativity of the people that make Mullumbimby the multifaceted place that it is. For four hours on a Sunday afternoon / evening, Burringbar Street will be transformed in a magical place of music, dance, theatre, art, food and fun. A place that is engaging for all the family.
Set event date and name set
Developed brand, website, email and social media accounts
Produced a sponsorship package and Retail Activation Kit
Developed a schedule of entertainment with themed laneways, site plan and run sheets
Worked through compliance
Determined volunteer requirements and roles
Established a sustainable financial model based on multiple income streams.