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How to Host a Corporate Family Event – Fun or Formal

admin — Mon, 19 Dec 2011 14:16:46 +0000

There are many types of corporate events held throughout the year, with most being business-oriented. Since many corporations also tend to be very family-oriented, they tend to host a family event at least once a year, which are highly-anticipated events. When a corporation chooses to host a family event, their goal is to create an atmosphere that is family-friendly, giving their guests a variety of fun experiences that will give them memories to last them a lifetime. Or at least until the next corporate family event!

Decorating for a Family Event
When it comes to decorating the venue for the corporate family event, there are many choices from which to choose. Depending on the atmosphere and/or the venue you’re using will help you decide which type of decorations will work best for your particular event.

Family Event Theme Idea. A great choice for a corporate family event is to choose a theme that everyone can relate to, such as that from a fun family movie. For example, ‘Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory’ is an extremely fun and popular movie that can be used as an overall theme. Imagine how fun it would be decorate the corporate family event with lots of props that can make one feel like they are actually in the Willy Wonka Factory!

Multi-Color Ceiling Fabric. A great choice for making the event super-colorful and thus super-fun! Imagine how amazing the addition of multi-colored ceiling fabric will make to the overall ambiance, adding that extra flamboyance that makes any event extraordinary.

A Few Lighting Choices
Choosing the lighting for a corporate family event is a great idea, and adds lots of extra flair!

Light Projection. Choose to have your corporate logo projected on the walls using light projection, a lighting choice that is becoming more and more popular as it is considered both very versatile and super trendy.

Intelligent Lighting Ceiling Projection. Add some extra style and flamboyance by using light projection on the ceiling in a variety of fashionable patterns and styles.

Food & Drinks
When it comes to choosing what to serve at a corporate family event it’s important to take into consideration the ages of all the children/teens that are attending, which will greatly assist in choosing the foods and drinks.

Children.

Food Choices: Fruit Kabobs, Macaroni & Cheese, Hot Dogs, Pasta w/Meat Sauce
Drink Choices: Milk, Fruit Punch, Fruit Smoothies

Teens.

Food Choices: Sliders, Nachos, Pizza, Potato Skins w/Cheese
Drink Choices: Soda, Lemonade, Black Cows, Shirley Temples

Adults.

Food Choices: Finger Sandwiches, Vegetable Platter w/Dips, Hearty Salad
Drink Choices: Raspberry Ginger Ale, Tea(s), Coffee

Desserts for Everyone!

Chocolate Dipped Fruit
Cupcakes
Milkshakes

Good To Know
When hosting a corporate family event, be sure to take into consideration the variety of people as well as the general ages of everyone that will be attending. This will greatly assist in the planning arrangements as well as choosing the best decorations to make this event one that won’t soon be forgotten!

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How to Host a Corporate Party – Casino Theme

admin — Fri, 16 Dec 2011 14:00:45 +0000

When it comes time to host a corporate party there are many themes from which to choose. One of the most popular and fun themes to date is the Casino Theme, which is not only an enjoyable and entertaining idea, it can be highly versatile so that you are able to conform it to fit the standards of your particular corporation.

Casino Theme Options
Choose from one of the options below for hosting a corporate party with a casino theme.

Adults (21+) Only. If you’re company consists of people over the age of 21, the option to create an atmosphere that truly represents an actual casino is a great idea! Gather a few pictures of some of the more popular casinos in order to get a picture in mind of how you envision the venue to appear is a great place to start.

Family Fun. If you’re company is one that has a lot of employees with families, then hosting a casino-themed party can be fun and should be geared towards a variety of different ages.

Formal? Choose to make this theme formal by requesting that guests dress up in a tuxedo and/or a formal gown, which very much represents some of the more famous casinos, such as those in Monte Carlo or Monaco.

Casual? Make this theme super casual by not implementing a dress code at all.

Casino Theme Décor
Decorating the event can be lots of fun! as there are lots of choices to be made when it comes to decorating a corporate event with a casino theme.

Martini or Mohito Tables. Choose from white and/or black martini/mohito tables that can add that extra elegance to any party.

Bars. Choose from one of the many lighted bars (also comes with custom graphics for a specialized and more personal touch!) that are available, giving your corporate casino party that extra level of sophistication as well as a more modern touch. Or choose to use one of the mahogany wood bars, which are considered to be more casual yet offers that comfortable, down-to-earth feeling that makes people feel at ease.

Backdrops. Choose to represent a particular casino/area by choosing backdrops to set in the background.

Vegas Strip, Venice Canal, Eiffel Tower, Times Square, more…

Cutouts. Place some cutouts of some of the more popular people/items that are associated with a casino.

Elvis, Cher, Dean Martin, Frank Sinatra, Show Girls
Poker Hand, Dollar Sign
Venice (water, bridge, more…)

Props. Add some props to the décor in order to add that extra flair that people expect when attending a corporate party

Mini Slot Machines, Dice,
Custom Casino Signs
Statues (Thinker, Apollo, Venus, more…)

Bottom Line
When hosting a corporate party with a casino theme, be sure to choose the type of casino party that will best represent your particular company. Choose to serve alcohol or keep it alcohol-free, and don’t forget to let your guests play with fake money that can be used near the end of the party to pick out some gifts/souvenirs so that they will be able to remember this super fun and exciting night for a long time to come!

Compuware Maker Faire

admin — Tue, 23 Aug 2011 15:31:51 +0000

The Maker Faire is universally viewed as the most happening event in Detroit for any would be inventor or entrepreneur. The two-day faire integrates arts, crafts, food, and music with science, engineering and technology. Display Group used this backdrop to design an interactive display on behalf of Maker Faire’s title sponsor, Compuware Corporation. Display Group’s unique design embraced the technological innovation of the Faire to reflect Compuware’s position in the marketplace. A custom-branded aluminum structure provided an iconic focal point for the display, while soft seating and an aluminum bar offered easy access and a flowing transition into the booth. The end result was a display that welcomed attendees and provided utilitarian appointments to the Compuware staff.

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Corporate Launch Parties

admin — Mon, 11 Jul 2011 05:00:32 +0000

It’s quite the exciting time when a company has a new product and/or service to offer! And although there is a long list of things to do, one of the very first and most important things to do is getting ready for the Corporate Launch Party, which is the perfect platform for introducing something that is new and exciting. Even though the list is long when it comes to launching a new product/service, know that the key objective is to create a meaningful, unforgettable experience that will have your guests talking about your particulr company for a long time to come.

Help make you Corporate Launch Party the best it can be by following some of the suggestions below that are meant to give your particular Corporate Launch Party that extra edge when it comes to creating the perfect environment!

Event Décor
The new product/service will be the center of attention for the night, so understanding that the environment needs to be set in such a way that supports the item being launched is critical.

Location. The event location sets the first impression, making it a great idea to make sure it ‘fits’ the particular product/service being launched. Research a few nearby facilities to see which one can best accommodate your particular needs.

Impress! Take into consideration the type of product and/or service in order to make the environment match the item being launched. For example, if a new technical gadget was being introduced, choose décor that supports a technical theme. One great idea is to use an Era Accent Wall and show the chronological line of technical gadgets.

Entrance. Make your guests feel special when they arrive to the party by making them walk the red carpet to enter.

Drapes. Covering the room in beautiful velour, silk, or crushed velvet drapes could provide quite the bold statement and come in many various, eye-catching colors from which to choose.

Lighting. Lighting can provide dramatic statements as well as be used to highlight the particular product/service. Lighting is one of the best yet often underutilized features at parties, so be sure to explore all the lighting possibilities that could bring the party to another whole level.

Good To Know
Corporate Launch Parties have been around for a long time and are accordingly known as one of the best ways for a company to introduce something new. Since times are constantly changing and evolving, nowadays it’s admired when someone aims to think outside the box, so don’t feel like you need to stay within any particular guidelines, and instead make your own rules. Good Luck!

Chrysler 200 Display – Cooking Show

admin — Tue, 15 Mar 2011 14:30:43 +0000

Marcel’s Quantum Kitchen is a SyFy show starting on March 22nd that will follow Marcel Vigneron as he pulls off extraordinary menus for his very demanding clients. To kick-off the show SyFy needed some theme decor to showcase the title sponsor, Chrysler. To add to the show and enhance the displays of cars, Display Group came in with drapery, furniture, and lighting to set the event off.

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Enhancing Event Attendee Retention

admin — Thu, 18 Nov 2010 19:49:07 +0000

When delivering a corporate meeting or event, there are always two costs that must be considered. The first, which is obvious, is the price tag associated with having the tangible elements included in the actual event: transportation, accommodations, sound, light, video, entertainment, décor, food and beverage, swag, etc. These are the costs that meeting and event planners often look at when considering how their event will be delivered… and typically how their budget is defined.

However, the second cost is just as important and considerably less obvious: How much work is being lost just by having your attendees not sitting in their office doing their jobs? This intangible expense emphatically drives home the need for your attendees to retain the actual message being delivered. If you spend $100,000 on a meeting or event, and no-one remembers the message, you’ve lost twice that amount!

Reinforcement is at the heart of message retention. Delivering the message, repeating the message and delivering it again are simple activities that can help in message retention. But there are other, more subtle ways to do so. Hiring entertainment that supports the message is one example. If your message is the need for more flexibility, why not hire a Cirque Contortionist to support it, or if you want to talk about the need for better coordination, hire Rhythm Extreme or a different dance troupe to demonstrate it. The bottom line is that the message itself, delivered with a single presenter using a slide show will not have the same impact as using visual, audible and tactile stimulation.

It is called experiential marketing, and it is the experience that creates long-term retention. When you plan your next meeting or event, think about how your audience will receive the message. Are they simply taking up space in the audience, or are they active participants in the way the message is being delivered? Do they have a voice and is it an experience? The answers to these questions will determine the success of your program.

Steve Honingford

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Art Van – New York Theme

admin — Thu, 04 Nov 2010 22:14:30 +0000

We recently created a New York theme for an Art Van New York Gala fundraiser that raised funds for Shoot for a Cure. Part of the theme included custom graphics and decor for the various neighborhood displays and performance theater. Inside Art Van’s 14 Mile Road store we created 15 separate vignettes that reflected different New York neighborhoods and novelties.

Highlights included:

Soho: with a DJ, fashions, models, signature cocktail and sushi bar
Chinatown: Hundreds of red paper lanterns, Chinese finger foods, geisha dancers and custom fortune cookies
Little Italy: Café tables, gourmet Italian foods and crooners
Central Park: Greenery, park benches, soft pretzels with gourmet dipping sauces, and vendors for ice cream and hot dogs.
Financial District: Stock tickers, the Wall Street Journal and fun foods served on skewers.

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How to Recognize Corporate Event Sponsors

admin — Wed, 08 Sep 2010 20:23:37 +0000

With sponsorship dollars limited in today’s economy, proper recognition of event sponsors is critical. You need to let your sponsors know that they’re appreciated and that they are getting good visibility at the event for their support. One critical area to recognize sponsors is in any printed or web based materials, which logos should be included, if possible.

At the event, take advantage of putting sponsor names in front of your audience. Placing event sponsor logos in high traffic areas with light walls ensures they will get good visibility. Placing a sponsor logo at the entrance of the event or at the registration area is a great way to put them in the spotlight. It’s important for attendees to know who helped make the event a success.

If you are using any Audio Visual for other aspects of the program, it’s simple to add sponsor logos and no extra cost. Ask you AV provider how they would need the files, and they should be able to take care of it for you.

How to Recognize Event Sponsors

Depending on the scope of your event, there are several ways to thank sponsors. For simple events, sponsors may be recognized on signs at registration or main thoroughfares. Any existing Audio Visual assets should be used, and at no additional cost in most cases. You can also mention them specifically during the program.

For higher profile events, lighted towers and walls, step & repeat logo walls, and exclusive access to VIP areas are all popular ways to recognize their generosity. Gobo lighting, which projects logos on walls, ceilings or floors, may also be utilized to highlight sponsors. Like your attendees, you want sponsors to enjoy themselves, and most importantly be back again next year.

Display Group 2010

admin — Thu, 07 Jan 2010 20:52:26 +0000

Display Group is your corporate event leader for 2010 and beyond. Since 1991, Display Group has perfected a core group of competencies for the event production industry. With an emphasis on quality and service, we offer our clients turn-key solutions for any event. Our 200,000 square foot facility houses a wide ranging inventory of rental props & decor; specialty event & furniture rentals; a graphic & portable modular display shop; and a custom design and build studio.

Combining innovative products with professional design services, Display Group can help you more effectively communicate your corporate message, entertain your guests or create any atmosphere from whimsical to sophisticated. Our team of sales professionals, experienced designers and skilled tradesmen insure you the highest quality results on time and on budget.

In this blog we will be providing you with tips and ideas for your corporate or special event.