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The New Route into Events

Since our launch in 2022, we’ve welcomed over 700 students onto our courses, gained recognition from three different institutes and helped hundreds of our alumni break into the industry.

2020

THE PANDEMIC & SKILLS GAP

The year 2020 was a challenging one for the events industry. The pandemic hit hard, and over 100,000 people left the industry [Source: One Industry One Voice]. Everyone knew that events would eventually come back with a bang, but a void in the talent pool would mean that there would be 1000s of job opportunities, but not enough skilled individuals ready to fill them.

Our founder, Roger Woodall, a seasoned event professional and founder of the award-winning Bournemouth 7s Festival, foresaw this talent gap and set out to create a solution. Roger recognised that the traditional university route was outdated, and the industry wouldn’t be able to wait 3-4 years for people to complete their degrees. A new and innovative pathway into the industry was needed, and Event Crowd was born!

2020

THE PANDEMIC & SKILLS GAP​

The year 2020 was a challenging one for the events industry. The pandemic hit hard, and over 100,000 people left the industry [Source: One Industry One Voice]. Everyone knew that events would eventually come back with a bang, but a void in the talent pool would mean that there would be 1000s of job opportunities, but not enough skilled individuals ready to fill them.

Our founder, Roger Woodall, a seasoned event professional and founder of the award-winning Bournemouth 7s Festival, foresaw this talent gap and set out to create a solution. Roger recognised that the traditional university route was outdated, and the industry wouldn’t be able to wait 3-4 years for people to complete their degrees. A new and innovative pathway into the industry was needed, and Event Crowd was born!

2021

COLLABORATING WITH INDUSTRY EXPERTS

We wanted Event Crowd to be the best. High standards of learning were required, and what better way to achieve those standards than working with individuals at the top of the industry. We worked tirelessly with 40 industry experts to build our curriculum. Each lecturer filmed a session in a specific subject that they were an expert in, from event planning to marketing to production. Over 18 months we completed 150 hours of filming and developed an innovative learning platform.

We’re proud to say that our efforts were recognised by the Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM), a leading organisation for global course recognition. They gave our course ‘Recognised’ status, confirming the quality of our content and delivery. We also became CPD certified, meaning that our course is now recognised as continuing professional development by industry bodies.

2021

COLLABORATING WITH INDUSTRY EXPERTS

We wanted Event Crowd to be the best. High standards of learning were required, and what better way to achieve those standards than working with individuals at the top of the industry. We worked tirelessly with 40 industry experts to build our curriculum. Each lecturer filmed a session in a specific subject that they were an expert in, from event planning to marketing to production. Over 18 months we completed 150 hours of filming and developed an innovative learning platform.

We’re proud to say that our efforts were recognised by the Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM), a leading organisation for global course recognition. They gave our course ‘Recognised’ status, confirming the quality of our content and delivery. We also became CPD certified, meaning that our course is now recognised as continuing professional development by industry bodies.

2022

COURSE LAUNCH & FIRST 100 STUDENTS

After months of hard work and dedication from our team, we launched Event Crowd to the world. Our long term goal was not just to create a course, but also to provide our students with employment opportunities in the industry.

We were thrilled to that over 100 students enrolled during our first year, demonstrating that there was a genuine need for our Event Crowd. Based on demand, we also built our second course, the Wedding Planning Diploma, working with 8 experts from that industry.

2022

COURSE LAUNCH & FIRST 100 STUDENTS

After months of hard work and dedication from our team, we launched Event Crowd to the world. Our long term goal was not just to create a course, but also to provide our students with employment opportunities in the industry.

We were thrilled to that over 100 students enrolled during our first year, demonstrating that there was a genuine need for our Event Crowd. Based on demand, we also built our second course, the Wedding Planning Diploma, working with 8 experts from that industry.

2023

A GROWING REPUTATION

Event Crowd has become a household name in the events industry. Our fast-growing reputation for producing high-quality new talent is becoming more and more recognised. We were thrilled to receive endorsements from the National Outdoor Events Association and the South Coast Events Forum. We had the pleasure of being invited to the Event Production Show, where some of our experts gave some in-person lectures, cementing our place as a trusted learning provider.

 

We’ve also seen our Alumni break into the industry, in roles at Chelsea Football Club, Bournemouth 7s Festival and Shack Events.

2023

A GROWING REPUTATION

Event Crowd has become a household name in the events industry. Our fast-growing reputation for producing high-quality new talent is becoming more and more recognised. We were thrilled to become the first and only events course to receive backing from the Chartered Management Institute (CMI), who gave our course ‘recognised’ status. We also received endorsements from the National Outdoor Events Association and the South Coast Events Forum. 

We’ve also seen our Alumni break into the industry, in roles at Chelsea Football Club, Bournemouth 7s Festival and Shack Events.

2024 & Onwards

THE NO.1 PATHWAY FOR NEW TALENT

Our goal for 2024 and beyond is to hit our long-term target and get 300 people into the events industry each year.

We also recognise that this industry evolves quickly, and unlike university, we have the ability to update our curriculum with ease. We’ve made a commitment to update our curriculum each year to ensure we are at the forefront of events education for many years to come.

2024 & Onwards

THE NO.1 PATHWAY FOR NEW TALENT

Our goal for 2024 and beyond is to hit our long-term target and get 300 people into the events industry each year.

We also recognise that this industry evolves quickly, and unlike university, we have the ability to update our curriculum with ease. We’ve made a commitment to update our curriculum each year to ensure we are at the forefront of events education for many years to come.

Innovation

Event management is an industry that is constantly evolving. At Event Crowd, we are dedicated to providing cutting-edge education that prepares our students for the future.

Quality

Quality is at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to delivering the best possible learning experience to our students, and to producing graduates who are well-prepared for success in the Events Industry.

Community

We strive to create an environment where students can learn, connect, and grow. Our students come from all walks of life, and we strive to create a welcoming and inclusive community.

Flexibility

We recognise that everyone has their own unique circumstances and learning styles. That’s why our online events management courses offer a flexible and personalised approach to learning, to fit our students’ individual needs.

Employability

At Event Crowd, our goal is to prepare our students for success. We are proud of our track record of producing graduates who are highly employable and sought after by top event management companies.

Passion

We are passionate about events and the role they play in bringing people together. Our team is dedicated to fostering a love for the industry in our students, and to helping them turn that passion into a successful career.

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