Whether you’re putting together a corporate event to review the year’s achievements or prepare for the upcoming one, it requires extensive planning. That can put a lot on your plate when you’re busy wrapping up the final quarter. Here are a few tips to help ease the stress of planning the event.

How to Plan a Corporate Event

1. Know Your Why

Take the time to clarify why your organization is planning this corporate event; for example, to introduce your audience to a new product or concept, educate, improve skills, or celebrate as a community. The clearer your “why,” the more efficiently you’ll be able to plan your event to achieve that goal.

2. Choose Your Venue

Knowing how you’re going to use the venue will allow you to choose one that best meets your needs. The number of attendees will determine whether you’ll look for a conference space or banquet hall. Also, choose a facility with the amenities you need, such as audio-visual equipment for presentations and in-house catering if your event will run longer than a couple of hours. Many venues book up at the end of the year, so contact them in advance to ensure availability.

3. Engage Attendees

Engage attendees with immersive activities and icebreakers. If your event is about training, encourage friendly competition by hosting contests, such as product knowledge quizzes. If you’re doing a year-end review, hold an awards ceremony to highlight notable achievements. If you’re looking for feedback and ideas, “campfire” sessions will inspire conversation among colleagues.

If you’re planning your next corporate event in Honolulu, hold it at Manoa Grand Ballroom. For five generations, they’ve hosted countless high-caliber events with on-site catering. Call (808) 946-6758 to inquire about venue availability today, or visit the website to find out more about their services.