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Event Planner / Meeting Coordinator

Event planners coordinate all logistical, creative, and financial details for meetings, conventions, weddings, corporate events, and festivals. Florida's position as a top convention and conference destination — centered on the Orange County Convention Center (2nd largest in the U.S.) and major resort corridors — generates robust year-round demand. Organizational ability combined with vendor management and client communication skills are essential.

FL Median Salary
$57,480
Entry Salary
$36,340
Experienced
$97,350
FL Growth
N/A

Requirements & Training

  • Credential: CMP (Certified Meeting Professional) via Events Industry Council - voluntary gold standard

Career Path

  1. Event Coordinator
  2. Senior Coordinator
  3. Event Manager
  4. Director of Events
  5. VP Meetings & Conventions

Top Florida Employers

Orange County Convention CenterMarriott/Ritz-CarltonUniversal/Disney event servicesCorporate event companiesMajor FL universities

Related Programs

  • Event Management Certificate/AS
  • Hospitality Management BS
  • Tourism AS
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