Recommended Books

• Event Planning : The Ultimate Guide to Successful Meetings, Corporate Events, Fundraising Galas, Conferences, and Other Special Events
• How to Start a Home-Based Event Planning Business, 2nd (Home-Based Business Series)
• The Complete Guide to Successful Event Planning : With Companion CD-ROM

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