Planning a corporate holiday party that includes families, especially kids, is a wonderful way to make employees feel valued and foster a warm, inclusive atmosphere. But keeping little ones entertained requires creativity and planning. Here are some fun, engaging ideas to help make your corporate kids’ holiday party a memorable experience for all ages. I have been fortunate enough to plan a dozen or so in my career and they might be
Key Menu Considerations for a Corporate Holiday Event: Stand-Up Reception vs. Sit-Down Dinner
When planning your corporate holiday event menu, the type of event—whether it’s a stand-up reception or a formal sit-down dinner—will shape the choices you make. Both styles offer unique opportunities to enhance the guest experience, so here’s a breakdown of what to consider for each.Stand-Up
Celebrating milestones is always special, whether personal or professional. I recently turned 50, and it got me thinking about all the lessons I’ve learned as an event planner. So, in honor of this milestone, I’m sharing 50 tips to help you plan an amazing corporate event that will leave a lasting impression!
1-10: Start with a Solid Foundation
The holiday season is quickly approaching, which means it's time to start thinking about invites to your corporate holiday event. Whether you're planning a festive office party, a year-end gala, or a casual holiday mixer, getting your coworkers and clients to RSVP will be a major problem. In this blog, we'll look at some practical tactics for encouraging attendees to RSVPs for your next corporate holiday event sooner!
Events are a great way to promote your brand and connect with potential customers. Whether you're attending a trade show, conference, or networking event, swag can be an effective way to leave a lasting impression. Swag, or promotional materials, can range from branded t-shirts and water bottles to pens and keychains. But how can you ensure that your swag stands out from the crowd and leaves a lasting impression? In this blog post,
Not all event suppliers are created equal
In the business of events, planners and suppliers are as unique as your business or organization. I have found over the years that when asked by my clients to work with new suppliers on projects in or outside of our normal market, that often price can be the final deciding factor. Moreover, what I have learned time and time again is that you often get what you pay for, such that, the
While I have enjoyed producing corporate events in Calgary over the past 14 years, every so often I have been asked to work in other cities and even small towns. There is a certain comfort that comes with working in a market that you are familiar with and know well. On the flip side, working out of town poses a whole new set of challenges and to be honest a lot more work and requires a leap of faith.