Event Planners (also known as Event Managers) manage the process of planning an event, meeting, competition, party, or convention. Wedding Planners specialize in the planning and management of Weddings. Event planning includesbudgeting, establishing timelines, selecting and reserving the event venue, managing logistics, obtaining approvals, coordinating catering and managing suppliers. Event planning also includes some or all of the following, depending on the event: developing a theme or motif for the event, arranging for speakers or panelists, coordinating venue support, arranging decor, tables, chairs, tents, event support and security, catering, signage, and post event activities.