The ideal corporate event is one where people gain valuable knowledge to help them excel at their jobs, have a great time, and get the chance to do some bonding in a venue away from work and outside of the normal company conditions. When you think of all the agendas that are looking to be mad at a corporate event, it gives insight into why it is so difficult to execute one that everyone agrees met the objectives.
Choosing the Location
The location you select for your corporate event is very important and should reflect the specific goals of your event. If you want to create an environment where you need the attendees to have an open mind and think the sky’s the limit, consider a sprawling or Oceanside location that allows for Mother Nature’s beauty and power to be experienced. If the event is intense, aim for a venue that is more formal. The location you select will give attendees a clear indication of the mood and tone you expect.
Arranging the Transportation
Now that you have your venue booked, you will want to make sure that everyone can get there easily. So whether you’re transporting guests to and from hotels, airports, or your head office, there are different charter bus rentals options that can be used as a shuttle service. Depending upon where you book the corporate event, it may be difficult for attendees to reach the location. It also maybe in a location that is too far to drive or with directions are complex. Renting a charter bus is a smart idea to make sure that everyone gets to the location and gets there on time.
Booking the Speakers
Who you select to speak at your event can make all the difference. You shouldn’t select speakers that are able to deliver a talk on important topics relating to the goals of your corporate event. If your event is centered around improving employee effectiveness and efficiency, perhaps you want to bring in a great motivational speaker who can fire up the troops. If your corporate event is more about training employees on new procedures, products, and services, perhaps you want to book a speaker who is the top salesperson. Whoever you choose to be your speaker should understand the goals of your corporate event so that this person can prepare the proper speech for your event.
Planning Workshops
Workshops give your attendees and opportunity to get a hands-on, in depth understanding of the topics you want covered at your corporate event. They get the chance to both get up close and personal to someone who is an expert and to ask questions and smaller groups where more time can be taken on each individual issue.
When done correctly workshops are some of the most effective ways to train employees, build morale, a great opportunity for employees to bond with one another, and to reinforce corporate values and objectives. Make sure to include enough workshops so attendees feel as if your company is focused on their success.
Catering
Catering provide your company an opportunity to show attendees how important they are to you. This is an area where you should dedicate a good percentage of your budget. Hire a caterer that is known for providing good quality food and service.
When the food and service are great, attendees will respond better to the other areas of your event. Let them know that they are special by serving them food that is above their expectations and that surpasses their desires.
Your corporate event is very important to your company. It presents an opportunity for your company to demonstrate its dedication two employees, vendors, customers and others. Take the time to plan an event that will impress all those who attend.