We've been busily working away on improving our website and are proud to announce that it is now live!
You'll notice that we have improved the navigation and have added a lot more information, as well as new case studies.
Our Venue of the Month feature returns, as well as the competition where you can win Bed and Breakfast stays, a romantic dinner for two or even activity breaks - so stay tuned!
We'd love to find out your thoughts on the new look so please leave us a comment or send an us an email!
Friday, 30 October 2009
Wednesday, 7 October 2009
Association of Healthcare Communicators Conference
The Association of Healthcare Communicators have appointed In Any Event UK to manage their national conference in 2010.
We are delighted to continue our successful relationship with them which began in 2004.
We are delighted to continue our successful relationship with them which began in 2004.
Friday, 2 October 2009
New Employee
In Any Event UK are pleased to say that we have a new project manager on board called Ben.
Ben is a member of the events team. He has six years experience in event management and previously worked as Senior Events Organiser for the Healthcare Financial Management Association organising and running the Association's programme of events and conferences, which ranged from single day events to multi-day residential conferences with evening entertainment and large exhibitions. Ben studied Business Studies and French in Nottingham.
Ben is a member of the events team. He has six years experience in event management and previously worked as Senior Events Organiser for the Healthcare Financial Management Association organising and running the Association's programme of events and conferences, which ranged from single day events to multi-day residential conferences with evening entertainment and large exhibitions. Ben studied Business Studies and French in Nottingham.
Wednesday, 9 September 2009
Conferences on the Move
"Conferences on the Move" is an exciting new concept and we have just completed four events for two global healthcare and consumer goods companies. These took place around Provence in France and the Oxfordshire countryside.
"Conferences on the Move" are a creative and innovative way to hold team meetings or training. The idea is to keep your delegates' minds active and provides a different setting for the different parts of your event. This is a fantastic way to deliver training or team building.
In Any Event UK are more than happy to chat to you about the concept if you have any questions or think this might be something you are interested in running.
"Conferences on the Move" are a creative and innovative way to hold team meetings or training. The idea is to keep your delegates' minds active and provides a different setting for the different parts of your event. This is a fantastic way to deliver training or team building.
In Any Event UK are more than happy to chat to you about the concept if you have any questions or think this might be something you are interested in running.
Sunday, 6 September 2009
SWRDA Appoint IAE as Venue Finder
We're pleased to say that the South West Regional Development Agency (SWRDA) have appointed In Any Event UK to manage their entire venue finding requirements.
This service will be centralised and will commence from November 2009.
We're all excited to begin working with this fantastic South West government agency.
This service will be centralised and will commence from November 2009.
We're all excited to begin working with this fantastic South West government agency.
Tuesday, 24 March 2009
Customer Incentive Schemes
The retail sector has cottoned on to the idea of incentive schemes to hook in new customers and keep existing ones buying with them.
The Boots advantage card and Tesco Clubcard are two incredibly successful examples. They’re easy for the customer to use and offer financial rewards for staying loyal to one retail brand.
When we look at the benefits that incentive schemes seem to offer to the provider, it seems foolish to not offer some sort of loyalty system to your customers, whatever the industry.
Incentive schemes can offer:
§ A competitive edge
§ Increased repeat business
§ Expansion of your customer database
§ Increased brand awareness
But can such an idea be transferred into other industries?
It seems that the answer to this is unclear. In business-to-business interactions, many organisations are unable to accept incentives or gifts for loyalty due to the sector they work in.
In addition to this, the majority of people would say that it is the quality of service that keeps them going back to the same company, rather than rewards.
If a scheme appears complicated, understandably, it would mean that customers are much less likely to participate.
The Boots and Tesco card schemes prove extremely popular partially due to the simplicity: the customer does not have to keep track of their reward points and the retailers lets them know how to use the points effectively.
The main issue to look at when introducing incentive or loyalty schemes would be whether or not your customers are interested in receiving rewards for their loyalty and would it really benefit your business sector?
We'd love to hear your opinions on this and reasons why you signed up for certain incentive or loyalty schemes.
The Boots advantage card and Tesco Clubcard are two incredibly successful examples. They’re easy for the customer to use and offer financial rewards for staying loyal to one retail brand.
When we look at the benefits that incentive schemes seem to offer to the provider, it seems foolish to not offer some sort of loyalty system to your customers, whatever the industry.
Incentive schemes can offer:
§ A competitive edge
§ Increased repeat business
§ Expansion of your customer database
§ Increased brand awareness
But can such an idea be transferred into other industries?
It seems that the answer to this is unclear. In business-to-business interactions, many organisations are unable to accept incentives or gifts for loyalty due to the sector they work in.
In addition to this, the majority of people would say that it is the quality of service that keeps them going back to the same company, rather than rewards.
If a scheme appears complicated, understandably, it would mean that customers are much less likely to participate.
The Boots and Tesco card schemes prove extremely popular partially due to the simplicity: the customer does not have to keep track of their reward points and the retailers lets them know how to use the points effectively.
The main issue to look at when introducing incentive or loyalty schemes would be whether or not your customers are interested in receiving rewards for their loyalty and would it really benefit your business sector?
We'd love to hear your opinions on this and reasons why you signed up for certain incentive or loyalty schemes.
Friday, 16 January 2009
Credit Crunch Conferences – Saving Money for Events in the Current Economic Climate
You may believe that doing all the hard work yourself is the cheapest and easiest way to go about planning a successful event. In fact, it is more likely to cost more - not only due to higher direct costs, but also in lost time and productivity.
Using a free venue-finding agency, such as In Any Event UK, can save you both time and money. We have years of experience in negotiating rates so that you get the best deal.
Some of our top money saving tips include:
§ Ask for jugs of tap water instead of bottled water – this is not only cheaper but better for the environment too as you are doing away with plastic bottles
§ Always check what is included in any rates you are given – they may sometimes include optional extras which you do not need
§ Find out if AV equipment is included in the price, if not, ask if it can be included
§ Choose the right layout for your seating plan – different layouts require different sized rooms which might increase your costs so it is important to think about how you want your delegates to interact with each other or the speaker
§ The larger your request the more power you have for negotiation on added extras and rates. If you have a series of bookings, highlight this at enquiry stage
§ Plan your event during the off peak seasons and days: Mondays and Fridays are especially good days as well as weekends. Peak seasons cost more and the venue may not have the time or the staff to devote to your meeting
§ Don’t accept the first rate that they quote: ask them questions such as ‘what is this reduced from’ or ‘what is your rack rate’. From this you can then see what sort of saving you have made
§ If working to a budget, offer the venue your overall budget and ask them to try and put a package together within this set amount
§ Simple hot lunches often cost less than a buffet and perhaps ask for biscuits or pastries to be included in your coffee breaks or taken out to cut costs
ASK! Always ask even if it is for something you do not think they will offer you. You won’t get it if you don’t ask.
Ensure that all negotiations and concessions are put in writing to avoid confusion and frustration at the time of confirming or settling your bills.
In these harder times, venues need to be accommodating to customers so there are better chances of negotiation and the addition of optional extras into the price, so take advantage today!
Using a free venue-finding agency, such as In Any Event UK, can save you both time and money. We have years of experience in negotiating rates so that you get the best deal.
Some of our top money saving tips include:
§ Ask for jugs of tap water instead of bottled water – this is not only cheaper but better for the environment too as you are doing away with plastic bottles
§ Always check what is included in any rates you are given – they may sometimes include optional extras which you do not need
§ Find out if AV equipment is included in the price, if not, ask if it can be included
§ Choose the right layout for your seating plan – different layouts require different sized rooms which might increase your costs so it is important to think about how you want your delegates to interact with each other or the speaker
§ The larger your request the more power you have for negotiation on added extras and rates. If you have a series of bookings, highlight this at enquiry stage
§ Plan your event during the off peak seasons and days: Mondays and Fridays are especially good days as well as weekends. Peak seasons cost more and the venue may not have the time or the staff to devote to your meeting
§ Don’t accept the first rate that they quote: ask them questions such as ‘what is this reduced from’ or ‘what is your rack rate’. From this you can then see what sort of saving you have made
§ If working to a budget, offer the venue your overall budget and ask them to try and put a package together within this set amount
§ Simple hot lunches often cost less than a buffet and perhaps ask for biscuits or pastries to be included in your coffee breaks or taken out to cut costs
ASK! Always ask even if it is for something you do not think they will offer you. You won’t get it if you don’t ask.
Ensure that all negotiations and concessions are put in writing to avoid confusion and frustration at the time of confirming or settling your bills.
In these harder times, venues need to be accommodating to customers so there are better chances of negotiation and the addition of optional extras into the price, so take advantage today!
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