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When it is time to plan your next function, these unique corporate event ideas for Atlanta events may be just the thing to get your people excited and motivated. They won’t break the budget and they will build the team. So let’s get started!
One: The Golf Outing. A tournament can be fun as people compete and relax at the same time. Atlanta has some excellent golf courses and beautiful weather. It would be a shame not to take advantage of them. After the tournament, bring your people together with cocktails and dinner at the club. Take the evening up a notch by bringing in a corporate comedian who can work the day’s scores and event into their program. Soon everyone will be laughing and feeling like part of the family!
Two: The Group Challenge. Divide your group into teams and give them a challenge. They might need to design and build a paper airplane that will fly further than the competition’s. Or create a raft that will hold more weight before sinking. These challenges bring your people together as they compete in a crazy contest that leaves everyone feeling rejuvenated.
Three: The Parking Lot Picnic. Cater a luncheon, have a covered dish or ask people to bring in their grills. A picnic lunch in the middle of the day not only offers a relaxing break but builds the company community. Consider a DJ to spin some tunes and a few games to keep things fun.
Four: A Company Softball Game. Playing against departments, or a competitor, this is a great way to get some exercise while building camaraderie. Those that don’t play should be encouraged to support the team. Everyone needs a few cheerleaders in the stands!
Five: Ghost Tour of Atlanta. Ghost tours are a very unique way to spend an evening bonding with your fellow employees. You’ll get some laughs and learn about some of Atlanta’s unique history. Granted, they aren’t for everyone. Add in some tavern hopping along the way. It will help to keep the mood light.
Six: The Corporate Dinner. What is unique about hosting a corporate dinner? Create a theme for the event with catering, decorations and even the corporate entertainment. Hire unique corporate entertainment that your staff doesn’t often see. A great meal and a customized program that reinforces your message can make the corporate dinner a very unique event!
An e-mail from the boss finds you with the sudden task of planning a corporate event.
It may be as simple as organizing a parking lot picnic for the employees. That seems pretty straight forward. Set a date and time, call a caterer, hire a local band to play some music and ask someone to bring in a volleyball net so people have something to do. Send out an announcement and you’ve completed the assignment – or have you?
You may be planning a sales meeting, organizing meeting rooms, travel logistics for the outer offices, luncheons and evening activities. You’ve got a lot to do. But before you start …
A successful event makes you look great. Let’s not even consider the troubles a miserable event can cause. Before you start planning, it is important to understand the outcome your company expects.
Whether your budget allows for a corporate event planner, or you need to plan the program on your own, these important tips will help you target the event to ensure success. Even with expert guidance, these are aspects of the event that will require your attention.
Each style of event is unique, and the purpose of your event needs to precede any planning. The type of event will be determined by the company’s goals. Educational events require a different strategy than a recognition dinner, charity or social event. While there are common elements, a clear purpose will allow you to target your efforts to produce the desired solution.
Identifying your target audience allows you to create an event that will meet the needs of your guests. Every audience is different. For corporate events, you have to engage a specific business audience, so it is important to create a schedule and content that appeal to attendees. Speakers and entertainment should be selected keeping in mind the age of the audience attending the program.
Where you hold the event plays a huge role in the success or failure of your plans. The venue contributes significantly to the impression of your corporate event. When choosing a location, you need to consider availability, accessibility, affordability and accommodations. If the event is to be held outdoors, you will also need to consider weather conditions. It may be important to have contingency plans.
With a clear understanding, you are ready to plan a corporate event that will meet your goals and provide an invigorating time for your guests! If you are considering corporate entertainment to keep your guests engaged, contact our office for a free corporate entertainment consultation. As a professional corporate entertainer with almost thirty years in the business, Tom has worked with some of the best corporate acts in the market. If his show isn’t a fit for your vision, we are happy to recommend someone that will help make you shine!
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What do you remember about the last banquet you attended? Do you remember what color the linens were? What the decorations looked like? What appetizers that were served? How the room was set up? Chances are, not in detail unless you planned the event. While the small details are important, one of the largest is often an afterthought.
As you plan your next function, we would like to offer some banquet entertainment ideas to help you create an event that stands out from the rest.
Pre-dinner entertainment will always set the mood for your night. Ambience music in the form of a D.J., piano player or instrumentalists always add to the atmosphere. Living Statues, balloon artists, caricature artists, celebrity lookalikes and aerial acts swinging on a trapeze, hoop or cloth always add interest. Don’t be surprised to find guests photographing these novelties and sharing them for a long time to come.
You may want to consider including Wacky Waiters. These comedians blend in with the staff, but their service becomes more and more bizarre as the evening meal progresses. You’ll find guests laughing as they try to figure out if the antics are deliberate.
For the traditional banquet entertainment show, you will find a myriad of after dinner speakers, magicians, jugglers, comedians and musicians. With any variety or music act, you will want to do your homework. Hiring the right banquet entertainment is more than just seeing a video and calling the agency, speaker, or entertainer. You will want to take your audience into consideration. Will everyone find the speaker’s topic engaging? Will everyone want to dance to the musicians? Or are the possible musical tastes too varied? Will a magician or juggler be original enough to captivate your audience? Will the comedian use clean material that won’t offend, yet still be funny?
We offer a free consultation that can help you find corporate dinner entertainment that is perfect for your event. As a corporate comedian, Tom has provided personalized banquet entertainment for companies throughout the United States. Having worked with some of the top acts and event planners in the corporate market, he listens to your vision and offers suggestions to help make your evening a success.
Making your banquet entertainment live up to your goals and expectations relies on selecting the right team. Contact our office today to discuss your event.
Ventriloquist Terry Fator astounded the judges and viewing audience when he stepped on stage for America’s Got Talent. His unbelievable voice allows him to mimic any singer. When combined with his flawless ventriloquism skills, he quickly became a favorite and won the program against some very tough competition. Terry’s sudden fame helped him to land a $100 million dollar contract headlining his own theatre at the Mirage in Las Vegas.
Terry’s fame is one of the reasons ventriloquism is such a popular form of corporate comedy. His visibility has helped to elevate the art in the eyes of the public. It couldn’t have happened to a nicer guy!
Even with Terry’s incredible success, he remembers his roots. His current status allows him to help others, and he has been extremely generous to the ventriloquism community.
This year, Terry created a scholarship to help two people win a trip to the VentHaven Ventriloquist convention. In addition to two scholarship awards, he teamed with VentHaven Convention, his web site design company, Bubble Up, and Steve Axtell of Axtell Expressions. Winners not only received a $2,000 to help them get to the convention, but free registrations and $350 toward a professional puppet from Axtell.
When I found out about the scholarship, it was already in place. The program tied in with the mission statement for one of my projects. In March of this year, I created an online, virtual lesson ventriloquism course. My goal was to create a tool that would help people learn the correct way to be a ventriloquist. With better instruction, they can become better ventriloquists and performers. My hope is to further the art form and interest future generations.
I contacted Terry about the possibility of participating in future offerings of the scholarship. Terry checked out the course and called me to say he’d like to include the course this year. I was blown away.
I’d like to thank Terry for all he has done to promote ventriloquism. And I want to congratulate Arnis, Cole and Joshua for sending in their videos and being winners!
If you want to hire a ventriloquist for your next event,
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You are tapping on your keyboard; suddenly the CEO of your company calls you. With shivering hands you move into his office to find out what it is about this time. The CEO wishes to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the company and he wants YOU to plan the event. He wants it to be a PERFECT event; an unforgettable experience for the employees. You have already started counting the number of employees in your head. Your forehead starts shining to see the depth of the job. The shine is not the pride to undertake the honor; it’s the cold sweat because you know that you are once again on the hook.
It is a challenging job, which means that you have a good opportunity to prove your metal. Wipe off that sweat and get started. The first thing you will need to do is have a look at the allowed budget for the event. This is not the birthday party of your son where you can spend as much as you like. You must stay within the budget, and still bring the value to the corporate event.
One of the best ways to bring fun is to have themed parties. A masquerade party can cast a charm or you can go for a big band party with lots of dancing and music. A themed party allows participants to engage in the atmosphere and enjoy. The most distinguishing element of such parties is its decoration and outfits. Adornments make the place look different and exciting. You can also induct corporate entertainment into the event.
Do you remember the time when you watched a great comedy movie with your friends or family? These moments of relentless giggles are just unforgettable. Stage comedy is another successful way of making corporate parties exciting, especially if it’s done by a professional corporate entertainer. Everyone enjoys a hilarious performance, especially when it is performed on-stage by a corporate event entertainer. You can hire a magician, stage comedian or a ventriloquist for this job. Corporate entertainment is one of the most sought-after activities, both by event planners as well as audiences.
Contact our office today for a free, no pressure, corporate entertainment consultation.
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When its your turn to plan the corporate dinner, the choice of entertainment will decide how your evening ends. You want to create lasting memories of fun, but how can you keep everyone engaged and appeal to the hard to please?
When most people think about after dinner entertainment, they picture an after dinner program. You can set the entire mood early by thinking outside of the box. Caricature artists, instrumentalists, roving magicians, balloon artists, jugglers, aerialists and celebrity impersonators can mingle amongst guests during the cocktail hour. From background music to atmosphere, their performances add excitement to the evening’s activities.
Hire some “wacky waiters” to mingle with the staff as dinner is being served. They start as regular wait staff, but as the evening goes on their service becomes an error of comedies. You’ll enjoy watching guests at first try to suppress their amusement as they wonder if the antics are intentional. When the “gag” is finally revealed, the laughter flows. You will find your audience is in a great mood and more than ready for the after dinner activities to begin.
For corporate after dinner entertainment, you need to be extremely aware of your group and their preferences. Musical tastes vary widely. Depending on the age range of your audience, music can either get people dancing, or leaving. Hypnotists can provide plenty of laughs, but some guests may be afraid of embarrassment. If guests aren’t willing, they can’t be hypnotized. A hypnotist who can’t hypnotize anyone becomes a very poor choice for entertainment.
Jugglers and magicians are popular forms of corporate entertainment. Chances are, you’ve seen them at events before. If you want something different, you may want to head in an entirely different direction.
Luckily, everyone likes to laugh. A good corporate comedian will personalize their program to your company, event and people so the material is not only clean but appropriate. There are different styles of comedians. One of the hottest forms of comedy right now is the ventriloquist. A ventriloquist ranks in Forbes magazine as the highest grossing touring comedian. Another won a major television contest and headlines sold out shows in Las Vegas. There are few professional ventriloquists suitable for the corporate market, which makes this type of entertainment unique.
If you are in charge of the corporate dinner entertainment, contact our office to discuss ideas for your event. Tom has worked with some of the top corporate acts and event planners in the country. If his program isn’t a good fit for your needs, he is happy to connect you with people that can make your vision come to life!
It’s the Monday after Thanksgiving and you still haven’t finalized the plans for your Corporate Holiday Party. Before you step into panic mode, let’s go back in time to figure out what you need to do to plan the perfect holiday party for your company. It’s never too early to start thinking about holiday parties. Let’s face it, most of these parties occur between Thanksgiving and New Year’s which leaves you about five weekends to choose from, and everyone else wants to hold theirs at the same time! There are a number of things you can do to make sure your company’s holiday party runs smoothly for both you and your clients.
First, plan ahead. Book your venue now. Seriously, it may be March or June but the really good venues book quickly. Some of the banquet halls and hotel conference rooms book for these prime dates years ahead of time. Depending on your budget, you may also want to consider using your company’s conference or meeting rooms for the holiday party. It will save your both money and the aggravation of employees who may not be able to get to a venue that is too far away. Don’t forget about the food. You want your clients to eat well and enjoy themselves at a holiday party. Caterers, like venues, have lots of clients who want to book them in December for holiday parties. Actually, you could get sandwiches at the local deli, but that’s hardly the atmosphere you want to set for a stand-out holiday corporate party.
Companies are also starting to have their holiday parties in January, after all the holiday buzz has died down and venues and caterers are less busy. Savvy corporate party planners realize that they can save their clients’ money by booking in January, because caterers and banquet facilities offer much better deals during this slower time of the year. And don’t forget, you want to have great entertainment at your holiday party. Your attendees may remember the food, but they will be talking about the great comedian or corporate entertainer your booked long after the party has taken place. A really exceptional entertainer who is experienced with corporate events such as holiday parties is also booked up very quickly in December. If you decide you must hold your party then, make sure you book your entertainment early. However, if you hold your party in January, you will be more likely to get a seasoned professional with a proven track record of successful corporate gigs. And make sure your entertainer has experience customizing his show to meet the needs of your company.
The best way to take the guess work out of booking the right act for your upcoming company holiday party is to talk with ventriloquist Tom Crowl. Tom is a professional corporate entertainer who specializes in customizing his show to meet your client’s needs. Tom has a quick wit and his show includes plenty of audience interaction. To put some life into your next holiday office party, hire corporate entertainment personalized to your event.
Nashville may be the Country Music Capital of the world, but it’s also a great location for your next convention. Centrally located from almost everywhere in the U.S., Nashville has much to offer convention-goers. The Nashville Convention Center has 118,000 square feet of convention space as well as 25 meeting rooms. It’s just 8 miles from the airport, and it sits at the crossroads of three interstate highways. Located within walking distance of almost 20 different major hotels, all of your participants will have a great place to stay.
While convention-goers are here, they can enjoy many of the activities and events the city has to offer. From taking in an unforgettable show at the Grand Ole Opry to visiting the Hermitage, the home of President Andrew Jackson, there are great activities for your participants or for the whole family if they’ve come to visit the city, too. The Country Music Hall of Fame is a must-see and they offer multiple space venue rentals. If you want to play to the younger crowd, the Nashville Zoo at Grassmere has the largest volunteer-constructed playground in the world.
Sometimes the most difficult aspect of planning a convention, conference, meeting, or event, though, is ensuring your message is present throughout all of the sessions. Accomplishing that is a true feat, and making certain to plan a bit of fun that’s on-message is even harder. Fortunately, personalized corporate comedy can help. Tom’s personalized comedy show is customized to your event, so working in keywords, personnel names, or even funny little stories those inside your company would know well is absolutely no problem. It’s the ideal way to truly reach participants while still hammering home that message. Whether you add it to a breakfast meeting, a breakout session, or even dessert after your keynote speaker, personalized comedy may be a great way to help participants take more away from your Nashville corporate entertainment event.
Here are some other Nashville corporate event venues you may want to consider:
The Pavilion East: Looking for a fun outdoor venue? Named “Best Outdoor Venue” by the Nashville Scene, this is one spot you should definitely check out.
aVenue: A great venue for corporate and social events. Constructed in 1890it is located in Downtown Nashville close to prominent hotels, museums and the new Nashville Convention Center.
The Cordelle: In Nashville’s historic Rutledge Hill, this event space combines past and present. Great charm and a wonderful space for corporate events and private parties. The Cordelle is easily accessible and a great choice for your special function.
The Cannery Ballroom: Another great space for your event. From a 500 person social hour to a 250 person seated meal, the Cannery Ballroom is also home to Mercy Lounge, High Watt and their newest private event space, ONE.
No matter what venue you select, entertainment will play a huge part in the success of your evening. With country music surrounding you, a clean corporate comedian makes a great choice to add variety. Contact our office today to discuss your Nashville corporate entertainment needs.
Need an entertainer for your office party? We are here to help. Entertainment is key to a fun party. Unfortunately it is sometimes the last thing event planners look at. Their budget allocated, the corporate entertainment they desire may not be within their grasp.
Smart executives know that throwing the annual or semi-annual office party is important in building employee morale. Entertainment takes office parties from simple work gatherings to meaningful functions. It shows the staff you value them enough to make a commitment to their happiness.
When your boss turns over the responsibility of planning the office party to you, you’ve got some important things to consider.
The first thing you have to decide is where to hold the office party. You could rent a banquet hall or hotel conference room. These venues can be expensive and often do not include catering. Traffic and parking are considerations. Getting to a site that is not near your company’s office may be difficult for many of your attendees. That can lower attendance and reduce the effectiveness of your event.
You should consider that banquet halls and hotels rent out their facilities to many other functions and may try to rush your company’s office party in and out. The savvy corporate client has come to realize that an office party is often more successful when held at their own offices.
There are many advantages to holding an office party on site as opposed to renting a venue. First, you cut down on a major expense. You know that the employees will be able to get there and have no issues parking. By holding the event on site, your attendees will be able to see their work environment in a whole new light.
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With the money you save on renting, you can go all out on two areas that are keys to a successful office party: the food and the entertainment.
People go to a party to socialize, eat, and have fun. The cost of food and drink is a major expense on your office party budget. Many banquet halls and hotels insist that you use their specified caterer. However, the caterer may be even more expensive than renting the venue.
There are plenty of options to save on catering. Instead of a meal, provide a buffet of Hors d’Oeuvres for people to graze. Another great option is to contact VMeals. They make choosing a caterer and delivery of the food easy. With convenient billing, VMeals is quickly becoming the corporate event planner’s favorite catering source.
The caterer you select is certainly important to having a great office party, but don’t forget, you want your fellow employees to have fun, too. That’s why you need to hire corporate entertainers who knows how to interact with corporate audiences and have a proven track record of success. You wouldn’t pick a caterer who’s never worked a corporate office party, so make sure you get an experienced, engaging entertainer, as well.
Before you hire office party entertainment, make sure you are clear on their purpose. What do you need the entertainer to accomplish? Do you want your co-workers socializing? Do you want them to share an experience? Or do you need to impart a message?
This will help you narrow down the type of entertainment you are considering. When you talk with prospective entertainers, you can share your needs and they will quickly recognize if they can meet your goals.
Ventriloquist Tom Crowl specializes in corporate events and has a proven record of success. Whether your office party is for less than 50 or over 1000, Tom customizes his act to meet the needs of your company. Tom’s quick wit and ability to interact with his audiences makes him a crowd pleaser. Want to find out more about Tom’s services? Then click here.
If Tom isn’t right for your office party, he is happy to help you locate the perfect entertainer. With more than 30 years in the office party entertainment business, he can put you in contact with entertainers and corporate entertainment services to help you host an amazing party. Contact our office today.
