EventPro Magazine - Spring 2015 EventPro Magazine Fall 2016 | Page 32

What the Pros Know
Do I Need Security at My Event?
Although not always required, all too often
security is overlooked when planning an event
of any kind. Most people believe that they
can keep their event/reception organized and
secure without any outside help. Even the most
organized person will be overwhelmed when
the caterer says they are blowing breakers,
the photographer is saying it time for photos,
and the DJ needs to know where to setup.
Oh…and the cake just arrived. So while all
this is happening your guests are making their
way in, and no one is there to greet them. If
you are dealing with running the event, who is
guarding the entrance in case of unwanted
guests?
A good Security Officer is more than a
bouncer or rent-a-cop. Most of my time
working at events deal with greeting and
helping guests find their seats, directing
vendors where to setup, and help the event
organizer work problems out These are the
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