Master Event Investment Planning
Build expertise in strategic event financing, risk assessment, and portfolio management through hands-on learning with industry professionals
Comprehensive Investment Education
Our program bridges the gap between traditional finance theory and real-world event investment practice. You'll work with actual case studies from major conferences, festivals, and corporate events that required complex funding strategies.
Rather than just memorizing formulas, you'll analyze why certain events succeeded financially while others struggled. We examine everything from initial capital allocation to post-event ROI analysis.
- Real case studies from $50K to $2M event budgets
- Risk assessment frameworks for seasonal events
- Portfolio diversification across event types
- Vendor negotiation and contract analysis
- Emergency fund planning and crisis management
Learning Path Structure
Financial Foundation Building
Start with event budgeting fundamentals and cash flow management. You'll learn to read financial statements specific to event companies and understand how seasonal revenue patterns affect investment decisions. We cover basic accounting principles but focus on practical application.
Risk Analysis & Market Research
Dive into evaluating event investment opportunities. Learn to assess market demand, competition analysis, and regulatory considerations. We'll examine failed events to understand common pitfalls and how proper due diligence could have prevented losses.
Portfolio Construction & Management
Build diversified event investment portfolios across different sectors – corporate events, entertainment, sports, and cultural festivals. Learn position sizing, timing strategies, and how to balance high-growth potential with stable recurring events.
Advanced Strategies & Capstone Project
Work on a comprehensive investment proposal for a real event opportunity. Present your analysis to a panel including practicing event investors. Cover advanced topics like derivative instruments, insurance strategies, and exit planning.
Learn from Active Practitioners
Our instructors aren't just academics – they're currently managing event investment portfolios and making real decisions with significant capital at stake.
Each brings a different perspective, from venture capital backing for festival startups to institutional investment in recurring corporate event programs. You'll get honest insights about what works and what doesn't in this specialized field.
Kieran Blackwood
12 years managing $40M+ in event-focused investment funds. Specializes in risk assessment for seasonal entertainment properties.
Stellan Varga
Former investment banker turned event finance specialist. Currently oversees corporate event investment strategies for three major firms.
Next Cohort Begins Fall 2025
Limited to 24 participants to ensure personalized attention and meaningful networking opportunities with fellow aspiring event investment professionals.
Program Details
8-month intensive program starting September 2025. Evening classes twice weekly plus weekend workshops. All materials and case study access included.