8 Interview Questions to Ask When Hiring an Event Planner

Asking the right event planning interview questions lays the foundation for a successful event. Here are eight great questions you can ask your event organizer to help you plan your next event:

1. What are your areas of expertise?
2. What types of services do you offer?
3. What is included in your service fees?
4. Do you have a team? Who will be working on my event? How do you vet employees?
5. What vendor contacts do you have? Which event venues have you had relationships with? Do you receive special discounts?
6. What types of technology do you use to manage your events and attendees?
7. What is your cancellation and refund policy?
8. How do you measure an event’s success?
9. Can I speak with one of your prior clients to talk to them about what it is like working with you?

Here’s more about the purpose of each of these event planning interview questions and what to look for in an answer.