{"id":5169,"date":"2021-11-19T08:30:05","date_gmt":"2021-11-19T13:30:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.wtso.com\/blog\/?p=5169"},"modified":"2022-02-22T13:55:27","modified_gmt":"2022-02-22T18:55:27","slug":"5-tips-for-throwing-an-unforgettable-corporate-event","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.wtso.com\/blog\/5-tips-for-throwing-an-unforgettable-corporate-event\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Tips for Throwing an Unforgettable Corporate Event"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you hear the phrase \u201ccorporate event,\u201d you might not get excited immediately. It\u2019s easy for company parties to fall short on entertainment expectations if you don\u2019t plan them with fun in mind. The truth is that business festivities don\u2019t have to be boring and drabby. This holiday season, spice up your company party with these<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">five tips for throwing an unforgettable corporate event.<\/span><b>\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pick a Fun Theme<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Everyone loves a party with a good theme. Your theme ties every aspect of your celebration together, from d\u00e9cor to music selections to food and drinks! To properly execute a themed event, consider your audience. You want to leave your attendees with a positive lasting impression.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Have a Flexible Plan<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">All successful events have one thing in common: they have a plan. While your plan should include basic things like a guest list and a schedule, it should also guide you when things don\u2019t go how you want them to. For example, your plan should address things like:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What happens if you become short-staffed?<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do you have backup entertainment if yours falls through?<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How will you handle an emergency?<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Follow Your Budget<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Another important tip for throwing an unforgettable corporate event is crafting a budget. Following a budget will ensure that you won\u2019t have to cut important parts of your party if you run out of funds. Make sure you have enough money to cover basic things like food and entertainment, but keep in mind other potential costs, like:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Staffing<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Parking\/transportation<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Event marketing<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Choose a Unique Venue<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After working all day in an office, it\u2019s nice to let loose in a fun environment. Book your event at a cool and exciting venue if you want to throw a celebration that will have everyone talking for days. Keep location and theme in mind while looking for the perfect space for your company party.<\/span><\/p>\n<h5><strong>Go Virtual<\/strong><\/h5>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you and your staff prefer to stay at home, you can still throw an unforgettable corporate event without even leaving the house. Explore the world of wine with your colleagues from anywhere and customize your experience with many preferences, including the varietals to taste and the option to add a wine expert to the event. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wtso.com\/virtual_tasting\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Contact WTSO.com<\/a> for more details on how you can schedule your virtual wine tasting.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Make a Delicious Menu<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Food and drink options can make or break a corporate event. Most people look forward to the menu more than anything else at company parties. Your menu should tie into your theme and provide several options for people with preferences and dietary restrictions. Don\u2019t skimp on high-quality ingredients, and consider hiring a caterer to take care of your dining needs if you&#8217;re throwing your event in-person.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At Wines \u2018Til Sold Out, we are here to supply the best products from around the world for your corporate event. Check out our <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wtso.com\/last-chance\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">special wine offers<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for a wide selection of delicious wine that your attendees can\u2019t get enough of.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>When you hear the phrase \u201ccorporate event,\u201d you might not get excited immediately. It\u2019s easy for company parties to fall short on entertainment expectations if you don\u2019t plan them with fun in mind. The truth is that business festivities don\u2019t have to be boring and drabby. 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