A day in the life of:

Kate Eversole:

Conference Organiser
FC Business Intelligence

Joined: 2007
Studied: Modern History and International Relations, Reading University

A bit about me…

I love travelling, scuba-diving, dancing reading and sewing. I finished uni in 2006, and like many people I spent the next eight months working two jobs to save up to travel. This included waitressing and bar work as well as an event job during the day. When I returned from my big adventure I headed to the bright lights, smog and expensive booze of London!

I had previous experience in events at uni and at an earlier job so I started applying for conference production roles. I got turned down from a number of jobs…always getting to the final two. On one occasion they even told me that they wished they didn’t have to interview anyone else as they wanted me to have the job unfortunately this was not apparently true….charming!

After what felt like months of commuting (in 3 inch heels) to interviews I was offered another job with one of the big conference companies but still I decided to interview with FC-which I am so glad I did.  As soon as you arrive you notice a friendly and welcoming environment. Yes, we do wear what we want, but just because it is a relaxed work atmosphere doesn’t mean we don’t work hard, quite the opposite!

My first major task was to make an existing conference succeed. This was extremely hard work – but very rewarding. I could not have done this by myself and throughout my training (which has been continuous) help was always forthcoming. One of the best things about FC is that independence is promoted. As soon as you are hired and have a good idea you are encouraged to explore it.

The job role is varied. For instance today, I opened  the office (like I said as soon as you get in the door you have a number of responsibilities), managed my temp (I am working on a Russian show so need all the help I can get), created a booking form for Russian delegates to help with their administration, I proof read my brochure, prepared copy for another brochure, examined the marketing plans, developed and distributed a press release, sold a sponsorship agreement, and brought on board some new (high level)  speakers!  After all these Herculean efforts, plus the realisation that it was a Thursday, it would be absolutely rude not to go out for a couple of cheeky ones!

I am so glad I didn’t accept any other job. FC has been great. The job is exciting, challenging

and a great antidote for boredom. Yes, you do get to travel which is one of my biggest passions but don’t let this be the sole reason for applying to work here. My favourite part of the job is the actual conference. I completely love the pressure and buzz of the conference, having to think on your feet, and especially bringing together six months of hard work. But trust me you will not have much time to sight see in beautiful cities. However, a successful conference makes it all worth it.