Assault During Events: What You Can Do

Assault During Events: What You Can Do

The Academy Awards have recently been the buzz of the town. The 2022 Oscars served us some truly out-of-place drama. And where there is controversy brewing, a lot is left for discussion. But it’s not just the history-making assault on stage.

While the internet rushed to discuss who was at fault, one would wonder how somebody would run up the stage to smack a host or make an unscripted joke. This reality begs the question: are you prepared for something like that if or when it happens? What do we do in that case?

Lessons to Be Learnt

So, how can event planners avoid such calamities in the future? Having the show scripted could rescue the day, especially if it is a broadcast event. You will also need a well-coordinated crew, a time delay, and a solid emergency plan. In such circumstances, that is the best you can do.

Before, commonsense expected that no one has access to the podium (except those invited). Now, with increasing levels of unpredictability among invited guests, measures may need to be put in place to avoid such eventualities. Create an environment where it’s not okay for seated guests to go on stage. So, make sure you don’t have a casual atmosphere where somebody feels like they can go up the stage to give a pat on the back or a smack on the face.

Depending on the setup and the audience involved, having security stationed close to (and probably sitting) the stage may be recommended. Another idea may be to get guests to sign a consent that such behavior would not be permitted under any circumstances. Also, event MCs must be civil in their actions and utterances to at least minimize any form of provocation.

The 2022 Oscars is a cautionary tale that makes us realize that anything can go wrong in an event. Therefore everybody must know what their role is in an event, event producers and guests alike. If you intend to host a drama-free and successful event, consider giving Villa Ragusa a try. Our event management can make fulfilling your customized fun requests a breeze. Celebrate the moment, and let us handle the burden for you.

Strategies for Pitching, Winning and Keeping Event Sponsors

Strategies for Pitching, Winning and Keeping Event Sponsors

Event sponsors are frequently significant donors to event budgets and impact attendee experience, including the event’s overall success. However, event planners have difficulty establishing long-term partnerships with event sponsors. Finding, pitching, and keeping event sponsors isn’t a game of chance; it’s a process that event planners must plan.

It’s important to remember that event sponsors aren’t merely a funding source. They’re event partners, each with their interests and objectives. Before, during, and after the event, event planners must locate a good match in a sponsor and ensure a memorable experience.

Winning Strategies You Can Implement

You must identify your event goals and know your event strategy inside and out before you begin your hunt for the ideal event sponsor. That way, you’ll be able to choose an event sponsorship partner who shares your event’s mission and vision.

Event planners and organizers should get to know potential event sponsors before pitching them. Prepare an event sponsorship pitch letter, specify multiple event sponsorship packages/levels, identify company decision-makers, and contact them personally.

The real effort begins once you’ve secured sponsors for your event. The more time and effort put into locating and pitching event sponsors, the better the match. This reality means you’ll have a better chance of keeping your event sponsorship partners in the long run.

Inform your guests about your sponsors and the roles they will play at your event. Give them social media shout-outs and prominent placement on your event app or platform before the event to draw attention to them.

Getting an event sponsor for your event is an invaluable endeavor you should explore, as cost elements such as event venue can be made their responsibility. Talking of event venues, our event rooms at Villa Ragusa are spacious and equipped to accommodate over 650 guests, with an environment and facilities that keep you and your guests relaxed.

Planning The Perfect Award Ceremony for Corporations

Planning The Perfect Award Ceremony for Corporations

Are you thinking of celebrating success, talent, and achievement in your organization? Perhaps you want to appreciate your employees or acknowledge the people who matter most in the industry. If that is the case, an awards ceremony is the ideal event you need.

Award ceremonies are common in all industries to recognize individual, team, and company accomplishments. However, planning a successful and memorable award ceremony is not always straightforward.

Ideas And Strategies for Success

Most business events are not like award shows in terms of planning. An awards ceremony can bring a unique set of obstacles, from selecting a location, awards, theme, and host to entertaining visitors. While the event should be fun and memorable for all guests, it should also cater to the demands of your sponsors, clients, and associates.

One of the most important things to keep in mind is to avoid dividing the audience into observers and nominees. While the event may be enjoyable for the candidates and award recipients, other audiences may feel left out. To avoid this negative tendency, add a creative theme.

Receiving a trophy or award is always a special moment for everyone. Making the ceremony memorable becomes even more meaningful to those receiving the awards. Have them personalized to create a more unique and personal experience for those receiving the awards.

When planning an event, don’t wait until everything is in place before sending out invitations. There are various ways to invite your visitors to the event, including phone calls, printed invites, and email. Include any particular instructions in the invitation, such as a suggested dress code or what attendees should bring. One of the utmost considerations when planning for your awards ceremony is your venue.

When picking a venue, consider the number of guests you expect and your budget. Also, the theme of your ceremony and the experience you wish to offer to them impact your venue choice. Selecting the right venue like Villa Ragusa can resolve significant logistical problems like equipment, space management, and food & drinks. At Villa Ragusa, our event management team is prepared to handle any issue that could occur at an event. Give us a call today for the best event management experience.

How to Throw an Amazing Going Away Party

How to Throw an Amazing Going Away Party

Whether going to college, moving to a different state, studying abroad, or simply a desire to change scenery, we’ll find ourselves or our friends in need of a going-away party. Throwing a farewell party can be nerve-wracking; a lot is riding on the fact that this will be your guests’ last chance to eat, drink, and enjoy their time together (for a while). It’s difficult not to put a lot of pressure on yourself to host the poshest party possible when you have this mindset.

Insightful Tips You Should Imbibe

Writing the guest list is one of the most critical aspects of preparing a going away party. It affects other aspects of the party, such as how much food you’ll need, how many plates/utensils/cups you’ll need, and the ideal venue for the gathering. It may be easier to create categories when preparing a guest list. Sort your guests into categories: family, school pals, work friends, etc.

Having a theme will help you keep your party on track and make it easier to decide on the ideal décor and food. If your Relative is going off to college, decorate the party with the colors of their future school, for example.

It’s beneficial to have a few activities to keep your guests entertained. A photo booth is a fantastic and cost-effective way to bring fun to your party while also providing everyone with souvenirs of the moment enjoyed. Have ridiculous hats, spectacles, fake mustaches, and other props on hand, and then set your visitors loose! Other friends can function as photographers for the group of friends in the “booth” if you don’t have a camera or a tripod.

If you intend to host an unforgettable going away party and have no idea how to deal with it, consider giving Villa Ragusa a try. Our event management can make fulfilling your customized fun requests a breeze. Celebrate the moment, and let us handle the burden for you.

Getting the Best from Your Seminar Event

Getting the Best from Your Seminar Event

The seminar is perhaps the most common event that planners will organize. Will the event be for skill building, inspiration, recognition, or specific training? These questions will guide you in preparing for the best experience for your guests from the event.

Plan for the Ideal Scenario

For each meeting or event, decide who needs to be a part of the plan. If you are looking for specific skills training, consider what experts need to speak. If it is to celebrate and inspire people, hire a motivational keynote speaker. If you need after-dinner entertainment, hire a funny keynote speaker or a comedian.

Once you have decided on and coordinated the key players, leadership experts, motivational speakers, seminar speakers, etc., it is time to get the word out about your event. Promote the keynote and seminar speaker, continuing professional development goals, and your theme.

The event planner must work closely with the event organizer/host because the event schedule will frequently change from the initial conversation until the actual day of the event. The event planner must be ready to adjust the plan and work closely with the venue to make sure everything runs smoothly. Your timing must be right!

You should consider several stakeholders when organizing this type of event. Firstly, you will need to determine the target audience. This step will be critical in your event planning. Your main target is everyone directly concerned and affected by the seminar theme.

Your Venue of Choice is Everything!

You choose an event based on several criteria. The first is capacity. The room must be airy and not crowded. Then, the second criterion to consider is the location. Access to the seminar should not be a problem. Once you have found a place that seems appropriate, Visit it. Our event rooms at Villa Ragusa are spacious and equipped to accommodate over 650 guests, with an environment and facilities that keep you and your guests relaxed.

Hosting the Ideal  Bridal Shower Party

Hosting the Ideal Bridal Shower Party

Hosting a wedding shower party is a great honor, but the pressure to arrange the ideal party may be overwhelming. You will deal with opposing personalities in the wedding party, arranging logistics, and trying to make everything perfect for the bride-to-be. And that can be stressful. However, understanding a few tips and methods may help you pull off a stress-free, fun-filled party.

Planning is Key to Success

Bridal showers are usually held one to three months before the wedding day. Consult with the bride-to-be about the best day and time for hosting the event. For convenience, she may also schedule additional pre-wedding events, such as the hair and makeup trial for bridesmaids or dress fitting, around the same timeframe.

If the bridal shower is not a surprise, you should enlist the help of the bride-to-be in making a guest list. It will typically involve the couple’s entire female relatives, girlfriends, bridesmaids, and maybe even neighbors and coworkers. Alternatively, the bride-to-be may decide to include the groom in the fun loop by hosting a ‘couple shower’.
However, note that no one should be invited to the bridal shower if they are not invited to the wedding.

Other Itineraries to Consider

Choosing a theme will help you organize your bridal shower and make other selections easier, such as selecting a venue and how to decorate it. Think about the leading lady’s personality: is she a connoisseur, a fashionista, a movie enthusiast, or a party animal? Building the bridal shower around her preferences will give it a personal touch, making the bride-to-be feel more special.

Choose a venue that best fits your theme or one that has some ‘built-in’ activities, such as a cake-decorating class, to save time brainstorming ideas on your own. Our event rooms at Villa Ragusa are spacious and equipped to accommodate over 650 guests, with an environment that will keep you and your guests relaxed.