Sometimes queues are inevitable, but that doesn’t mean your waiting guests should be bored or uncomfortable. A good event manager will do everything in their power to ensure guests have as short a wait as possible. However, there are some occasions where a delay is necessary. For example, if the event has security checks or [...]
It can be a challenge when serving alcohol at events. There are all kinds of pitfalls event managers need to be aware of. From over-excited guests to under-age drinkers. But many people feel that an event benefits from serving alcohol. And if you are holding an awards event or promoting a brand a glass of [...]
Gone are the days where caterers could get away with offering a veggie option alongside a few meat offerings. Nowadays menu planning has to tick a lot more boxes. So how do you make sure your customers are raving about your food instead of wondering where the nearest takeaway is? By menu planning that focuses [...]
Social media is undoubtedly the best place to promote your event. However, promoting your event using social media can appear challenging, especially if you don’t know where to start. The thing is, building a good following is essential if you want to have a successful event that sells out. It can seem daunting at first [...]
Over the years, we’ve been involved in all kinds of event planning. We’ve supplied all kinds of furniture to all types of events. From big, bold brash affairs to the more conservative. During this time we have heard a lot of advice when it comes to event planning. We love sharing good advice as it [...]
We are all attracted to the glitz and glamour of the Academy Awards, so if you’re planning any Oscars-themed events, how do you add Hollywood appeal? You certainly don’t have to invite top Hollywood icons such as Meryl Streep or Warren Beatty (especially Warren Beatty!) to make the speeches. However, there are tricks that we [...]
There are not many event managers that would admit it’s easy to attract top speakers. Furthermore, hiring top speakers can make the difference between pulling off a successful event or a submitting a mediocre affair. So how do you attract top speakers, especially when you don’t have a huge budget? Getting the right speaker is [...]
As all event planners know, a tremendous amount of time, effort, thought and resources go into hosting a successful event. However, many event planners forget that the most important aspect of any event is to engage your audience. It goes without saying, we all aim for our carefully planned events to be meaningful and engaging. [...]
Clients and audiences no longer look for a run of the mill event that simply sells products or advertises services. These days they want events with purpose. As consumer attitudes change and evolve, so should current events reflect this. Nowadays consumers want an authentic experience that speaks to their values and passions. Trends such as [...]
If you need to hire a space in London but want to keep your budget down, why not consider a dry hire venue? A dry hire venue is not a place where non-alcoholics hold tea-parties. It simply means you hire the room or venue without any additional extras, such as catering, bars or entertainment. If [...]
