When talking about conferences and other “formal functions”, we often imagine sitting in a stuffy room. Trade show locations are the same. They are in dark spaces and have lightbulbs to highlight the people who are there to present stuff. What’s the fun in that? People dread going to these types of places because of the dreary atmosphere. You could make your next event more successful if you consider some off the beaten path ideas for function locations.
Why Go Off the Beaten Path?
Have you ever been in a situation where you had to go to a conference? You knew before you went that it would be a stuffy, boring event that would tie up your weekend and take you away from your family. Did you try to find a way to get out of it? Most people do. No one wants to be “stuck”.
Instead of this, why not plan an event that brings not only business to the table, but adventures? An adventure that makes people want to attend, and maybe add in the option to bring along family members. It is something that some businesses are starting to do. It pays off. They are the conferences and formal functions that can be considered a success.
Ideas for Adventure Functions
To succeed with outdoor conferences, you have to pick the right season, first and foremost. After that, you need to pick the right venue. Some companies use golf outings, baseball or other sporting events, boating trips, and more. If none of those ideas meet the atmosphere that you are hoping for, you may also consider choosing to rent a cabin for your meeting space. It is less formal and if you choose wisely, adventures can often be had nearby. One perfect example is the cabins near Mt Princeton hot springs. It is a beautiful place that will allow people to do things relaxing rather than just focus on business. It can be as casual or as formal an event as you want.
Most people want something to be different. They want to not have to deal with the office every day of the week. They want to step out of their “normal” environment. By planning an adventure function, you are allowing them to do just that.
Your Efforts Will Pay Off!
How would it feel for you to be known as the coolest boss ever? The best event planner? The best tradeshow for people to go to? If you can earn this type of reputation, people will flock to your events. You will have more dedicated employees and an overall higher success rate than anything ever before.
All it takes is providing something unexpected to your guests. The simple fact that they work for you, doesn’t mean they haven’t earned the right to have a great time with the people they see almost as much as they see their family.