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5 Tips For Extra Connected Corporate Events

If networking is an important part of your upcoming corporate event, these tips will help you get people connecting. This builds a sense of community which helps guests feel invested in your brand or company. When it comes to fundraising efforts or rallying investors, the relationships you build around your brand are paramount.

There’s also the obvious attraction of getting your guests to have fun to consider. This will deliver value to them which improves how they feel about your company. It also creates amazing opportunities for event content like photos and video that you can share on your socials later.

Corporate Events: Crucial Elements That Spark Conversation and Connection

1- Corporate Events Should Appeal To Introverts

The extroverts at your function will mostly take care of themselves. By appealing to introverts as well, however, you include these thoughtful, self-aware types that often make ideal brand loyalists. Furthermore, by catering to those slower to warm up, you’ll actually deepen everyone’s experience.

Introverts enjoy comfort, true connection, and one-on-one interaction. They sometimes need a low-key space to recharge after (or during) social gatherings. By incorporating small, intimate sitting areas with warm lighting and soft music, you can draw people into situations where they can connect with fellow attendees.

Regular breaks between speakers or guided activities provide time for guests to reflect and recharge. Spaces with comfortable seating and dim lights are perfect for one-on-one conversations or quiet contemplation.

Other great ideas during your event planning include mindfulness rooms featuring yoga, meditation, or a place to regroup and activities that help people bond. We’ll talk more about these types of games further down on the list.

2- Clearly Mark Pathways And Detail Expectations

The weeks leading up to your event create a great time to market to future attendees. One way to do this is to send an email with very detailed instructions about your venue and how to enter the event. This helps people feel more comfortable upon arrival while simultaneously giving you a valuable reason to reach out.

Avoid any awkwardness guests feel when they first arrive by including many signs and clear pathways they should follow. This also gives you an opportunity to gently guide them through your event without herding them like sheep.

The signs provide opportunities to drive home branding (include your logo on all of them). Additionally, you can set up each environment that your guests will flow through in a way that influences their mood or behavior.

This is subtle and more effective than you might think. Brainstorm some ways you can enhance guests experience as they move through your venue after arrival.

Nametags offer more creative options. Encourage guests to include something about themselves other than their name on the tag. This helps people connect during the event and serves as a conversation starter.

3- Require A Friendly Staff

If every vendor and staff member at your event is friendly and warm, guests will feel welcome. Yet again, this creates a certain impression of your brand. It also helps people feel more open.

A simple smile when staff makes eye contact with a guest can make a big impression. What other ways can you offer this personal touch?

4- Organize Games And Activities

Small talk and icebreaker games are important during your event. Think about boardgames and trivia cards and where you can place them to get conversations started. Scavenger hunts or games where attendees have to share something with their neighbor, whether it’s a sticker or a fact about themselves, will get your group to start connecting.

5- Allow Guests To Submit Panel Questions Electronically

If you have Q&A sessions planned, consider letting guests submit their questions electronically. You can do this via social media groups or apps made specifically for your event. Hashtags that relate to your event are another great way to allow people to get involved without putting them on the spot.

This also gives you some representation on social media at the same time.

You’ll ultimately get more participation because people can jot down their questions during panels or throughout the event rather than forgetting them. The anonymous submission also gives greater insight into what people truly think.

Whether you’re preparing team building events, business events, or trade shows—these tips can be applied to any corporate event to really encourage and solidify connections and overall positive experience.

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San Francisco Corporate Sound Equipment Rentals

Every successful event shares a few similarities. Today, we’re talking about the importance of appropriate music selection and a quality sound system to support it. San Francisco is one of the world’s fastest-paced markets where competition for attention is fierce. The impression your event’s music imparts on attendees can help bring them back again next year.

Whether you are booking a charity function for a non-profit organization, having a gathering for colleagues and employees, or treating investors to a memorable evening, corporate functions require a special touch. Music is one of the most evocative elements that you can offer.

In fact, the right music can sway opinions, put your guests in a particular mindset, and even inspire them. Don’t overlook the power of this tool. It isn’t simply background music.

Furthermore, having great music isn’t the only important facet of corporate sound. Every event and venue holds different secrets that the right technician can unlock. Their experience helps them deconstruct the puzzle to ensure your event sounds as good as it looks. The equipment they bring supports both their song choices and their technical expertise.

Where To Rent A Sound System In San Francisco

We get it, it’s hard to know where to begin the task of finding good sound equipment for an event. This is an area where most event professionals need guidance from professional technicians. Most simply don’t know what they need, and that’s perfectly normal.

The right type of corporate sound vendor will not only have a wide range of equipment suited to different size venues, but they’ll have knowledgable staff. You can ask detailed questions and provide crucial information that results in a perfect fit. Your technician will help guide you.

Even though you start your search with a trip to Google to find San Francisco corporate sound equipment rentals, make sure the vendors you speak with offer robust choices based on your needs. You should also feel confident that they sound knowledgable about the necessary equipment and skill required to handle the sound at any size event.

Do They Have Brand Name Tools?

Your sound vendor should have well-assembled, high-quality components that appear in great working order. Ask them why they choose the brands they use to glean whether or not they’re using respected names in the world of sound.

Do Their Components Look Sleek?

If your sound company will have their equipment out where guests can see it, are you satisfied with its appearance? This isn’t the most important factor to consider, but you also don’t’ want a company rolling in with shoddy looking components. It looks unprofessional to your guests.

Sound Equipment Best Practices

Now, for a quick tutorial about some specifications.

Each speaker must accommodate between 800 to 1500 watts of power load. Speakers must have high sound clarity with a wide field of dispersment. Ask your potential technician why they recommend certain speakers for certain size venues.

The speakers themselves will all connect to a sound mixer or soundboard. This is a unit that controls the fine details of live sound levels. It must have at least 4 channels (inputs) to accommodate different devices including speakers, media players, and microphones.

Professional Sound Technicians

We’ve already mentioned that you should feel confident with the knowledge your sound tech displays, but their appearance matters as well. Corporate events require a certain level of professionalism, so discuss this with potential vendors. Let them know about the dress code at your event and ask if they can comply.

Hire A San Francisco Corporate Sound Equipment Vendor

We think you’ll find that all of the technicians at Diamond Sonic meet and exceed these requirements. If you need sound equipment rentals in the San Francisco area for your next corporate event, call us!

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Book a DJ in SF – A Quick Guide for Corporate Events

We’re all busier than ever, so we want to give you some more insider information about how to book a DJ for your corporate event in the San Francisco Bay area. Making the right choice means understanding some key features that every DJ and event vendor in our area should possess. Corporate event planning is different than weddings and even large personal parties.

Looking for experience and a good reputation will get you started, but there are more things to look out for.

Book a DJ in SF: What Were The Last 5 Events They Did?

If you ask a prospective DJ about their experience and they know you’re a corporate event professional, they could tailor their answers. A more interesting way to get a feel for what they really do is to ask pointed questions.

Tell me about the last 5 events you worked is a probing inquiry that is harder to fluff off. Listen carefully to the answers you get and you’ll know if you’re really booking a wedding DJ for your corporate fundraiser.

By the way, we book both weddings and corporate events, so there’s nothing wrong with that. But the bulk of our work leans toward corporate clients, so that’s certainly a space we feel comfortable in. Look for the same in your next hire.

Can They Give a Decent Corporate Bay Area Reference?

Find out if there is another event professional that you can reach out to who can vouch for your prospective DJ. If you can’t get a straight answer, that could be a bad sign.

When you do get the name and contact information for someone in your field, ask about their event. Is it similar to the one you’re planning? What stood out to them about the DJ and would they work with them again?

Ask Clearly About Price!

Don’t shy away from a negotiation with your DJ prospects. Another important thing is to be clear about your budget. When everything is on the table, you can add and remove services that could bring the cost into where you need to be.

If you feel resistance during negotiation, explore it! Being uncomfortable about the process won’t help. It’s also important to remember, however, that you’re talking one professional to another. Corporate event DJs have training, skills, and experience that often justify their rates.

Ask For Videos!

The best way to see what a DJ is about is to ask for some videos from prior events they worked. It’s the next best thing to being there. You can see both how they work and how the guests responded to their music choices and any MCing they did for their client.

Before You Book a Corporate Event DJ, Investigate Insurance

It is absolutely vital that the DJ you choose have appropriate insurance. This protects everyone involved. Ask for some proof about their coverage so you have a clear view of the situation.

Looking to Book a DJ In The San Francisco Area?

We would obviously love to help you launch a successful event that your guests will talk about for weeks. Give us a call to learn more!

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A Day In The Life Of a Corporate Event DJ

They say if you find a job that you love, you’ll never work a day in your life. We take that to heart at Diamond Sonic. Each of us values the time we spend with clients, and most of all, on the job at events. We have a passion for music and helping a plan come together.

These qualities serve us well and we hope they help you also. In an effort to give you a better understanding of what we do, here’s a day in the life of a corporate event DJ.

Task #1 As a Corporate Event DJ: Intake

We spend a lot of time talking with potential clients and answering queries that come into the website. When you request a quote or reach out to us, we have some follow up to do.

The more information you can give us, the better. From this, we put together a quote, check our calendar to make sure we’re available, and reach out to you to keep the conversation going.

Task #2 As a Corporate Event DJ: Preparing The Quote

If you let us know your budget when you first reach out, we’ll try to meet you where you are. However, if our number is higher than you can accommodate, it’s always smart to tell us! We may be able to suggest a different approach or lighten our proposal to get you the essentials at a cost you can afford.

We talked about budgeting in a recent article and recommend that to anyone searching for a corporate event DJ.

Task #3 As a Corporate Event DJ: Equipment Maintenance

Some days, we have to go over our equipment and perform regular maintenance. This keeps it in top condition. Because we do this regularly, it cuts down on last-minute problems. We know you don’t want last-minute problems at your event and neither do we!

Task #4 As a Corporate Event DJ: Education

We also stay up to date on the latest tech news in our field as well as advancements that help us elevate your event. This way, we can improve our services and help innovate for you. Maybe we can suggest something fun you haven’t thought of!

We think that’s part of our job as entertainment professionals.

Task #5 As a Corporate Event DJ: Preparing Playlists

Part of that education factor is being immersed in the music itself. We try to always know what the hottest tracks are and keep in mind what goes over best at which types of events.

With that in mind, we can prepare meaningful playlists that are tailored to your event. This helps everyone have a good time and makes your event music a supporting environmental factor and not just background noise.

Task #6 As a Corporate Event DJ: On The Job

If we’re lucky, we get to go out and play some music! We show up early for set up and a soundcheck. This ensures that everything is ready to go when you are.

Sometimes we’re handling lights, photography, and videography as well as your music. If so, we coordinate all the techs on site so everyone is on the same page.

Hopefully, we get a few minutes with you to go over the game plan again and adjust to any last-minute changes. Keeping those to a minimum really helps!

Task #7 As a Corporate Event DJ: Follow Up

We love to talk with clients after the event to see how we did and if we can offer any services after the fact. If you booked us for an annual event, this is a great time to let us know the next date so we can pencil it in for you.

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Does Your Special Event DJ Have These Essential Skills?

Does Your Special Event DJ Have These Essential Skills?

It’s hard to choose the right special event DJ. There are some obvious things you’re looking for, like a bonded, insured DJ. It’s also apparent that you need a DJ who has good reviews from clients. But choosing a really great DJ means considering a few things outside the obvious.

Many clients make assumptions about professional DJs that seem like essential qualities, but you can’t just assume your DJ will be professional, on time, and fun to engage with. In addition to these qualities, there are some other tips we want to share about finding the right special event DJ.

Hopefully, these will help you in your search!

Essential Special Event DJ Skills: A Keen Musicality

Your special event DJ doesn’t just need a great catalog of music to choose from, they need a keen sense of musicianship. That means they understand music, how to flow songs together, and even how to make their own mixes. You may think these things are ‘a given’ for all working DJs but that’s sadly not true.

You can find out if your DJ possesses these skills by talking to former clients or reading reviews. You can also tell your DJ what types of music you and your guests prefer, and ask if they have any suggestions that spring to mind.

They should be able to offer at least a few suggestions!

You can also ask for live footage of them working an event because that can tell you quite a lot!

Essential Special Event DJ Skills: Easy Communication

Good communication is truly the first ingredient for a successful relationship with your vendors. Is your DJ easy to talk to and engaging with you? Do they seem excited and as if they enjoy their work?

While it’s never a great idea to change the game plan as you go, how does your DJ react to this when it has to occur? Do they prompt you with questions to find out the information they need?

All of these things are good signs that your DJ has experience, enjoys their work, and isn’t an unpleasant control freak. Music is supposed to be fun, after all! Although events are stressful, a professional DJ with good experience can roll with some changes without coming off as rude or distant with clients.

Essential Special Event DJ Skills: Engaging Stage Presence

If your DJ is enthusiastic and positive when they speak to you, it’s a good sign that they’ll also be good on stage. Are they gregarious? Do they seem like a natural performer? These are qualities that are going to make a difference on the day of your event!

If you’re booking a DJ to play ambient music for your corporate event, this may be less important. If you’re looking for a wedding DJ, however, choose one who can get the crowd engaged and dancing!

Essential Special Event DJ Skills: Professional Appearance

Your DJ needs to be clean, presentable, and professional looking. That doesn’t mean they should be stuffy, but they have to make a good appearance for your guests. Thankfully, this is something you can tell right away. But don’t be afraid to ask some questions about their staff and techs.

You have a right to get to see anyone who may attend your event to help the person you’re making the arrangements with.

Essential Special Event DJ Skills: Flexibility

We like to stress to clients that the more we know, the better we can help them. This is always true and to accomplish it, you want to keep changes to a minimum. That said, they do happen and your DJ should understand this.

Flexibility isn’t just about changes, either. Sometimes it’s about the size of the venue or unique challenges to running sound in the location you’ve chosen.

Do yourself a favor and pick a DJ who can handle these issues with aplomb. It goes back to that communication issue!

Of course, we’re available to work your event in the San Francisco area and would love to help you. If you need a trustworthy, pleasant presentable DJ who knows how to have fun while being professional, contact us!

 

 

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How To Brainstorm Fresh Ideas For Events: Inventing Wow Factors

How To Brainstorm Fresh Ideas For Events: Inventing Wow Factors

Whether you’re slightly stuck on how to plan your first event or feeling the burn out as a busy event professional, wow factors matter. Once you have the essential structures taken care of, you’ll want to spend time inventing a way to set your event apart.

You can accomplish that in several ways and we are here today to fire up your inspiration. This quick read will hopefully get your creative juices flowing!

Find Fresh Ideas For Events: Work With Vendors With A Reputation For Excellence

No man or woman is an island. Holding a successful event takes a team and each member of that team has insight that the others may lack. This is one reason that choosing vendors with stellar reputations is crucial.

When you select a professional vendor for your event, they have experience that breeds insight. Maybe they’ve seen the fun a photo booth can bring to a corporate event. Perhaps they know about a killer rental company with the most amazing seating arrangements for a steal. You won’t know unless you pick a leader in the field and foster an open, communicative relationship with them.

If you aren’t sure how to find these types of vendors, ask your colleagues, your venue, or even use online review systems like Yelp to narrow your search.

Find Fresh Ideas For Events: Go Beyond The First Page Of Google

While the idea behind Google’s ranking system is to give you the most accurate results for your query, sometimes it delivers the most popular results. That leaves you with the exact same ideas as everyone else who searches.

When you’re hunting for event planning inspiration, don’t be afraid to skip the first page of results. After all, you want bold ideas that are fresh. There could be something really special lurking a little further down the search page. This is a good area to be a trendsetter in.

Find Fresh Ideas For Events: Attend Events Yourself

Do you have the time and budget to attend a few local events yourself while you’re planning? This is an awesome way to get ideas! Event planners can regularly sneak in a few here and there- many are even low cost or free.

Don’t be afraid to take notes while you’re there and feel free to take contact info from vendors you see doing a great job. You can follow the event on social media to see how they campaign, too.

If you are planning your own wedding, you can still try this tactic. Ask the venue if there are any events coming up that are open to the public. For instance, wine tastings, silent auctions and charity events give you an opportunity to see how the venue ‘works’ in person and pick up all kinds of valuable tips from other planners.

Find Fresh Ideas For Events: Take A Tip From Marketers: Imagine You’re An Attendee

Marketers often create something called a customer persona or ‘ideal avatar’ to help them get inside the minds of their target audience. You can modify this tactic for your event as well.

Make a list of the types of people who will attend. For instance, “Professional Women In Their 30s” could be one group. Another could be “The Groom’s Family.”

Now, brainstorm separate interests these people have. Sure, you’ll be doing some guessing but it’s a more educated guess than a shot in the dark. Hopefully, you’ll see some patterns or easy ways to incorporate a few things from each persona that your guests will remember for months, if not years, to come.

If you’re really stuck, don’t forget what a valuable resource crowdsourcing can be! Your potential attendees can give you their own ideas for events- ones they’re likely to enjoy.

 

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Lighting And Sound Technicians For Church And Worship Events

Lighting And Sound Technicians For Church And Worship Events

The face of worship is changing along with the world around us. Every day, we speak with more clients from churches who need lighting and sound technicians for their services and worship events. There are some unique challenges to consider here, and we want to address them. We also hope to reassure you that our professional team is equipped to handle these challenges. We absolutely love working with churches and relish being a part of spreading the message of love and community that they hold dear.

What should you look for when choosing lighting and sound technicians for church and worship events?

Lighting And Sound Technicians For Church And Worship Events Must Be Professional

Being professional in this context includes respecting your worship program and your congregants. Running light and sound during worship or at church events is just as important as production for other clients. It involves many of the same technical tools and must be treated with the same level of care. We understand that many places of worship incorporate live music, multimedia presentations and even live streaming capability. It is a show like any other and we show up ready to take your service to the next level.

Additionally, technicians should be reverent and respectful during your services. Take the time to discuss this with the team you hire so both you and they know exactly what you expect.

Because we take great care with the lessons you share, we minimize distractions, malfunctions and simple misunderstandings created by a lack of cohesion between your media and your message. We will get on your level and strive to deliver a seamless media experience during your service.

Should Lighting And Sound Technicians For Church And Worship Events Be Believers?

The short answer is no, but you may find that its a bonus if they are! Several members of our team are active in their churches and open to the importance of faith. We hold a great respect for the role that worship plays in the lives of your attendees. This helps us act accordingly in your house of worship at all times. We also like to think it brings a little something special to how we showcase your message.

What Kind Of Experience Is Necessary For Lighting And Sound Technicians For Church And Worship Events?

If you simply need some simple sound amplification and the ability to project images onto a screen during service, we can deliver. In addition to this experience, we mix live sound for music events and handle corporate presentations. All of this experience comes into play during the multimedia church services of today.

In-House Lighting And Sound Technicians For Church And Worship Events Or Contractors

If your church lacks the necessary budget for in-house technicians, you may fear you will lose the special touch that a long-term professional relationship brings. That isn’t always the case, however. We believe in forming real connections with our clients whenever possible and that repeat jobs are a huge part of our business.

In this way, we believe we provide the best of both worlds. We bring a wealth of experience from working with clients in all walks of life in addition to providing sound, lights, and media for many local churches of varying denominations.

Additionally, renting equipment from us keeps your costs down and lets you choose what you need when you need it. If you aren’t sure about any part of the technical side of things, we can reassure you with the information you need.

Need Lighting And Sound Technicians For Church And Worship Events Who’ll Treat Your Service Like A Full-Scale Production?

We bring the best parts of an arena music performance to your members and can easily scale this to your specific needs. We hope you’ll reach out to explore the potential for a long-term relationship with Diamond Sonic! Want to see references? We can provide them at your request.

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How Important Is DJ Insurance: The Risks Of Hiring An Uninsured DJ

How Important Is DJ Insurance: The Risks Of Hiring An Uninsured DJ

Insurance doesn’t sound that fun, but it’s an essential part of your successful party or event. If your DJ and lighting professionals aren’t insured, you’re at risk for serious liability.

This information applies to business functions as well as weddings, and private events. Additionally, we’re focusing on DJs, but your photographers, videographers, and other event vendors should also carry insurance!

DJ Insurance: Are All DJs Insured?

Unfortunately, the answer to this question is no. You can’t assume your DJ is insured because there are a number of reasons they may not carry insurance. First of all, many very competent DJs primarily perform in bars, venues, and nightclubs that already carry their own insurance policies. In this case, they may not need their own additional coverage.

If these types of DJs start transitioning into corporate events and weddings, they could lack vital insurance and not even know it.

This is an excellent reason you should ask your event vendors about their experience in detail. Opt for professionals with experience that relates to your event. Has this DJ done many weddings? Are they comfortable with corporate environments? These are important things to know because they impact how attentive you need to be versus letting your seasoned professional vendor take the lead.

DJ Insurance: Uninsured And Underinsured DJs And Potential Liability

Frankly, it is an enormous liability to work with an inadequately insured DJ. While your event could go start to finish with zero problems, there is always a chance the sound or lighting equipment could injure one of your guests. Personal injury claims result in lawsuits and while that’s usually where insurance kicks in. If your DJ is uninsured you could be at risk.

Prevention is far better than remedy in this kind of situation.

DJ Insurance: Uninsured And Underinsured DJs And Venue Problems

Although less serious than a lawsuit, there is another potential risk you face if you work with an uninsured DJ. If your venue asks for a Certificate of Insurance from any of your vendors and they can’t provide one, the venue could bar their entry. Because an underinsured DJ puts both you and the venue at risk, many professional locations won’t allow vendors to work an event without proof of proper coverage.

Imagine finding out you have no DJ or lighting hours before your event. Not an ideal situation!

DJ Insurance: Worker’s Comp?

In addition to liability insurance, many venues require proof of Worker’s Comp coverage. This is definitely the case in California where we’re located.

Worker’s Comp insurance safeguards the venue from claims if a vendor hurts themselves during the event. Your venue doesn’t want to be responsible for the medical costs associated with work accidents for 3rd party vendors. For this reason, they may require your vendors to hold and provide proof that they’re adequately insured for liability and comp.

DJ Insurance: The Takeaway Is Insurance Is Vital!

We encounter clients every day that lack this crucial piece of knowledge and it makes a big difference. While we carry ample insurance in every required area, not everyone does. If you’re doing business elsewhere, please make sure you’re protected. Just ask to see proof of insurance from your DJ before booking.

Best of luck with your event! If you need some help, don’t hesitate to reach out to explore our competitive pricing.

 

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Don’t Throw Another Outdoor Event Until You Read This!

Don’t Make This Crucial Mistake With Your Outdoor Event

Planning an outdoor event requires a lot of foresight. You have to understand your guests’ needs, factor in any business that needs to happen and find the right professionals to handle your sound and lighting. There are usually also rentals involved. You’ll need the proper equipment to ensure your outdoor event runs successfully.

Outdoor Event Disaster? – The Most Important Thing Is What You Forgot

Because details are so important with both corporate and social events, the most important thing is sometimes what you forgot. A glaring oversight can derail your otherwise perfectly planned event.

Your sound and lighting professionals can help you with the necessary rentals and give you advice about the equipment you need.

In our experience, one of the most crucially overlooked pieces of equipment for outdoor events is a generator.

Is it the most glamorous party item? Certainly not. It will quickly stand out as the most important thing you forgot, however. It stands between you and the proper power to run all of your other equipment.

Outdoor Event Power: What Is A Generator?

A generator is an external power source that may act as a primary or backup power supply. The one at your outdoor event could take quite a heavy load depending on the number of lights and your sound needs.

A generator … converts mechanical or chemical energy into electrical energy. Generators often use motors, turbines, engines, cranks, pistons, or other sources of mechanical energy. Likewise, generators may use chemicals or other materials that produce electricity when mixed or ignited. Generators do not produce electricity itself, but simply produce a flow of electricity by forcing electrons from an external source to flow through an electrical circuit. Generators are used for a wide variety of purposes and are available in many different forms. – Tech-Faq

As you can see, without a generator as a primary or backup source, you could be left in the silent darkness, without climate control, and with no way to entertain your guests.

Outdoor Event Power: What Is The Right Type Of Generator?

Multi-circuit, inverter-style, pull-behind generators are often the best for events with a DJ. The sound equipment draws too much power for most non-inverter style generators.

A general rule is to choose a generator with twice the power you need. The same goes for the fuel tank. Choose a generator with enough fuel capacity to run your equipment for twice as long as your event runs.

We’re happy to talk with you about the details and specifics as we help you plan the audiovisual portion of your event. We offer event rentals and will give whatever advice we can about any equipment you need to find elsewhere.

If you are booked with another lighting, DJ, videography or photography business, bring the power issue up. Ask them their thoughts on what you need to secure for a successful event.

A Personal Note And Cautionary Tale

This blog is a PSA to help you avoid something that breaks our heart: event planners left in a lurch. We recently experienced a client’s pain during an event when insufficient power really tied our hands. While we felt terrible, there isn’t much we can do to help once the event is underway.

This inspired us to share this tip with all our readers in the hopes that you avoid this potential pitfall. Awareness is the first step!

Please share it with someone who could also use the info.

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3 Tips To Secure Your Status As An Epic Office Party Planner

3 Tips To Secure Your Status As An Epic Office Party Planner

The holidays are swiftly approaching and we all know that’s office party time. There’s also next year’s summer company gathering to start thinking about. It’s challenging to plan a quality day that your employees and business associates will love.

You have a chance to increase morale and improve team building but have to stay within budgets and consider the safety of your guests.

Here are the top 3 tips we believe lead to every successful office party.

Epic Office Party Tip 1: Say Yes To Themes But Think Outside The Box

Themes are a great way to subtly set the tone for an office party. If you work in a serious profession, a playful theme can help everyone loosen up. Employees with high-pressure jobs can really appreciate a reason to unwind.

Your theme doesn’t have to be silly at all, however. Your event could be focused on something specific to your industry or the act of giving. The possibilities are endless.

Just remember that if you choose a theme that requires costumes, keep things simple so it doesn’t become another thing on everyone’s to-do list.

Epic Office Party Tip 2: Pick An Appropriate Playlist

While your sick 90s jams could be ideal for a high school reunion, an office party may call for something different. Keep your guests in mind and also the level of formality you want to achieve. Music really is the soundtrack to your event and you want it to move your guests and set the tone for the gathering.

Taking requests during the party or even before is a great way to let your guests choose the music they enjoy. If you want to encourage people to dance, your DJ can help make suggestions.

Hiring a band is also an option but it limits the variety and choices your guests have. In this way, DJs are a hidden asset during any kind of event.

Epic Office Party Tip 3: Safety First

Keeping people safe is as important as letting them have fun. Consider designated drivers, discounted rides with a cab company, and make sure food and coffee are available. Maybe a local transport company would even offer a discount to sponsor the party. This is a great way to save your budget, offer a true service to your guests, and help another local business.

Another great way to encourage people to drink responsibly is offering an enticing, non-alcoholic option. Sparkling ciders, spritzers, and mulled drinks can be seasonally appropriate and delicious. Many larger companies even hold their office parties at a hotel so guests can just stay the night.

Epic Office Party Bonus: Extra Special Touches

Once you have your ideal corporate party planned, consider hiring a videographer to preserve the moments. These types of videos are a goldmine for your marketing department and fun for employees to look back on.

Photobooths are another excellent option to boost the fun factor at your next office party.

A few simple finishing touches can take your party from an obligation to something your coworkers look forward to.

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