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Key Outcomes
Understand hidden costs and financial considerations of venue ownership
Navigate zoning and compliance issues with ease
Learn staffing requirements for a successful venue operation
Master lease negotiation strategies for favorable terms
Meet Our Experts
Ekima Smith
CEO/Founder - EDCAC
Ekima Smith, has had a remarkable career across the Banking, Retail and Insurance Sector. She has contributed significantly to finance and accounting operations for CITI Group, LBrands (the former parent company of Victoria’s Secret and Bath & Body Works), and Nationwide Insurance. Her expertise spans areas such as earnings preparation, enterprise capital forecast, Profit & Loss modeling, inventory management, procurement & sourcing, supplier relationship management, and departmental budgets. While her career has spanned across the corporate sector, Ekima has always had a passion for event planning and design. She turned her passion into a portfolio of successful event centric businesses: The Five Party & Event Center, The Five Props & Rentals and EDCAC (Event Designers & Creative Accelerator Consultants) providing a full-service event experience from event design and venue management to industry education.
Event Details
Join us for a comprehensive session diving deep into everything you need to know about owning a venue before committing. From financial insights to legal considerations, our experts will equip you with the knowledge to make informed decisions.
Ready to Take the Next Step?
Join our session to unlock the secrets of venue ownership and make confident decisions for your future venture.
$55.00