Wounded Warrior Fundraising Event
Introduction and Event Summary The Wounded Warriors Project (WWP) is an important organization that helps wounded service men and women when they return to the United States to get services, support, and resources that they need that may go beyond what the government is willing or able to provide (“Wounded Warriors Project,” 2016). They provide support, financial assistance, assistance with work, and establishing businesses so that these true American heroes can be self-sufficient. The proposed event is a combination of a concert by local bands supported by food and entertainment from local businesses. All proceeds after the expenses have been covered will be forwarded to the Wounded Warrior project.
Research
SWOT Analysis In order to assess the viability of any event, there must be an evaluation of the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats which is frequently referred to as a SWOT analysis (Karadakis, Kaplanidou, & Karlis, 2010). The strengths and weaknesses are determined internally, by how well the …show more content…
Another event could be planned for the same weekend. Bands could be booked and not able to participate in the event. Also, restaurants may not be so willing to provide everything for free, so there may need to be some way to compensate them at least partially.
Leadership Assessment In order to pull this off, a situational form of leadership will be required. As McCleskey (2014) explains, situational leadership theory (SLT) evolved from a task-oriented approach rather than a people-oriented approach. In order to run this event effectively, it will be important for the leaders of the event to set clear roles for followers, give definite instructions, create clear patterns for organization, and establish formal communication. The success of this event will be determined by successfully leading the team who will execute the event.
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Introduction and Event Summary The Wounded Warriors Project (WWP) is an important organization that helps wounded service men and women when they return to the United States to get services, support, and resources that they need that may go beyond what the government is willing or able to provide (“Wounded Warriors Project,” 2016). They provide support, financial assistance, assistance with work, and establishing businesses so that these true American heroes can be self-sufficient. The proposed event is a combination of a concert by local bands supported by food and entertainment from local businesses. All proceeds after the expenses have been covered will be forwarded to the Wounded Warrior project.
Research
SWOT Analysis In order to assess the viability of any event, there must be an evaluation of the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats which is frequently referred to as a SWOT analysis (Karadakis, Kaplanidou, & Karlis, 2010). The strengths and weaknesses are determined internally, by how well the …show more content…
Another event could be planned for the same weekend. Bands could be booked and not able to participate in the event. Also, restaurants may not be so willing to provide everything for free, so there may need to be some way to compensate them at least partially.
Leadership Assessment In order to pull this off, a situational form of leadership will be required. As McCleskey (2014) explains, situational leadership theory (SLT) evolved from a task-oriented approach rather than a people-oriented approach. In order to run this event effectively, it will be important for the leaders of the event to set clear roles for followers, give definite instructions, create clear patterns for organization, and establish formal communication. The success of this event will be determined by successfully leading the team who will execute the event.
Design
Creative