Professional Certificate in Lean Event Planning for Hospitality
Published on June 18, 2025
About this Podcast
HOST: Welcome to our podcast, today I'm thrilled to have Sarah, an experienced event planner and instructor for the Professional Certificate in Lean Event Planning for Hospitality. Sarah, can you tell us a bit about this course and what inspired you to create it? GUEST: Sure, this course is designed to help hospitality professionals optimize event logistics, resource allocation, and budget management. I noticed a gap in the industry for practical, lean methodology training tailored to event planning, so I decided to develop this program. HOST: That's fascinating. How do lean principles and process improvement techniques apply to event planning, and what impact can they have on event management? GUEST: Lean principles help reduce waste, improve efficiency, and enhance customer satisfaction. By applying these concepts to event planning, managers can streamline operations, allocate resources more effectively, and create better experiences for attendees. HOST: Could you share an example of how lean principles transformed an event you've worked on? GUEST: Absolutely. In one instance, we applied value stream mapping to analyze the event check-in process. By identifying bottlenecks and unnecessary steps, we were able to reduce wait times, improve attendee flow, and create a more enjoyable experience for everyone involved. HOST: That's a significant improvement. What challenges have you encountered while teaching lean event planning, and how do you overcome them? GUEST: One challenge is helping students unlearn traditional, sometimes inefficient practices. I address this by providing real-world examples, case studies, and hands-on exercises to demonstrate the benefits of lean methodologies. HOST: With the growing demand for efficient event planning, where do you see the future of this area in the hospitality industry? GUEST: I believe lean event planning will become an essential skill for hospitality professionals. As technology advances and customer expectations evolve, adopting lean principles will enable event planners to stay competitive, deliver superior experiences, and drive growth in their organizations. HOST: Thank you, Sarah, for sharing your insights and expertise on the Professional Certificate in Lean Event Planning for Hospitality. We're excited to see how this course transforms event planning in the hospitality industry. GUEST: Thank you for having me. It's been a pleasure discussing the course and its potential impact. I'm looking forward to seeing how it benefits hospitality professionals and their events.
