It’s that time of year again! Time to think of when, where and how the company party will move forward. If you are chosen as the person who will pull things together, you should decide on key elements of the party as soon as possible. Will you plan alone or will your event require a committee? Depending on the size of the event, an outside planner may be needed.
Whether you’re planning alone or as part of a committee, deciding on the items below will give you time to find the best selections in everything. Waiting until the last minute usually costs more and limits your ability to have items that are important to the success of your party. Whether your budget is big or small, the overall trend in recent years has been to make every dollar count versus the free-spending of years gone by. Another trend has been to look for quality over quantity.
Whether you decide on one larger party for the entire company or a group of smaller parties for departments or teams, there are basic elements that should be decided, the earlier the better.
- An event theme
- A venue location, time, date
- Total number of attendees
- Appropriate food and beverages
- Appropriate decor for your theme and guests
- An agenda for the day of the event
The days of over the top parties are gone, and no one knows if they will ever return. Companies are focusing on different ways to celebrate the holidays without spending a fortune. With that in mind, it’s a great opportunity to create an atmosphere that emphasizes networking, socializing and fun. Additionally, the holidays have always been a perfect time to reach out to local communities (for example, food, clothing and toy drives) rather than indulging in lavish parties.
If you are chosen to plan your company party, keep in mind that thoughtful planning, and reserving key elements as early as possible will help you plan the perfect party for your organization.
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