Organising Corporate Events in London
Whether you have had lots of experience planning corporate events, or you are planning your first one, organising corporate events can be particularly overwhelming. This is because planning any corporate event needs a LOT of organisation and preparation in order for it to be a success. Below we outline what exactly corporate events are and the purpose of hosting an event of this kind, as well as some tips on how we organise successful corporate events in London.
What are corporate events?
A corporate event is any event which is sponsored by a company or business and is hosted to focus on either the employees or customers of the company or business. These events can be anything from company sports days and awards ceremonies to product launches and appreciation evenings just to name a few. Corporate events are held to achieve particular goals for the company which may include educating staff members on a new business strategy, building a stronger company culture or celebrating key milestones for the company or particular employees.
When organising a corporate event, there are several factors to consider during the planning and preparation stage in order for your event to be a success. Below we outline a few important elements to think about when planning your next corporate event.
Arranging venues
One of the most important factors to consider when organising corporate events in London is the venue. With London offering countless venues in some of the most impressive locations, choosing the perfect spot for your corporate event can take some time! Are you looking for a large conference space? Or do you want an outdoor area with a bar? Or how about an extra special awards ceremony with fabulous views? You need to consider both the requirements for your specific corporate event as well as ensuring you are keeping within your budget.
Setting a budget
The budget for your corporate event is definitely one of the most important factors to consider when organising your next corporate event in London. As most corporate events are funded by your company itself, it is important you set a budget as early into the planning stage as possible with what your company can afford. You must ensure you take into consideration every tiny detail when setting your budget to ensure the smaller things don’t get forgotten - as after all, it all adds up!
Transportation
Decide whether you are going to need to organise any transport for your guests and the locations your guests will need to be picked up from. You also need to consider organising any transportation to be booked at suitable times for your employees to avoid any of them having to wait around or leave the event early. For a corporate event in London, it is easy for you to rely on your guests using Uber, taxis or the London Underground, however all these modes of transport can be unpredictable, so ensure your guests feel at ease by sharing a taxi phone number with them before they arrive.
Invite your attendees!
Most importantly, your employees need to know they are invited to your corporate event for it to be a success! When creating your invitations there are several things to think about. Firstly, ensure the start time of the event enables your guests to have enough time to get ready and travel across London before the event begins to avoid any extra stress for them. Secondly, design your invitations to fit the theme of the event while keeping in the brand of your company. Another aspect to think about is to be prepared to receive responses and queries in relation to the event and any food choices if your event includes a meal!
At S3K, our team of experts are on hand to assist you in planning your next corporate event. Get in touch with us today to discuss your options
