Corporate Awards Event Tips

Cristian Coldea — Thu, 21 Nov 2024 03:41:48 +0000

We’re nearing the end of the year, and for many businesses, that means it’s almost corporate awards season. Putting together a great awards ceremony allows leaders to acknowledge the efforts of their employees over the previous year and highlight some of the outstanding performances of team members. Continue reading below for some expert tips on throwing an unforgettable event.

Choose the Right Venue

Finding the right venue is an important decision that will impact the success and execution of your event. Maybe you already have a location on-site that you can use, such as a ballroom or event hall, or you need to rent out a location elsewhere. Either way, you need to make sure it can accommodate the number of attendees you expect, the entertainment and catering you’re planning for, and any other stipulations your company might have.

A lively corporate awards event with attendees networking and exchanging ideas, showcasing the essence of professional gatherings

Set a Schedule

Depending on the size of your company and the number of awards you plan to give out, these events can feel a bit lengthy for audience members if not planned properly.

During event planning, it’s important to set a structured flow or schedule to ensure that the night has a nice pacing to it. Each company will have different preferences and criteria for the various segments they’ll include. However, teams should coordinate a rough timeline for opening remarks, video elements, and individual awards to keep the night running smoothly.

Add Audience Engagement

To help keep everyone engaged, consider adding multimedia elements or entertainment to create a memorable experience for all. This might include live performances from bands or DJs, photo booths, a pre-recorded “Year in Review” video, networking segments, and other types of sessions that keep the night from feeling monotonous.

Prepare Personalized Awards

When it comes to award distribution, creating personalized certificates, medals, and trophies adds a special touch that makes the award feel even more meaningful to the recipient.

As opposed to receiving a general award, seeing their name listed alongside their achievements can make employees feel valued and seen by company leadership. Though it may cost a bit more to add customization, the impact on employee morale can be worth it.

Capture the Event

If you want the awards ceremony to truly be a night that you’ll never forget, consider hiring a professional video production company. They can take footage throughout the night to capture the event’s most memorable moments and produce a compelling video recapping the special event.

Copies of the video can be distributed to anyone who wasn’t able to attend in person, to award recipients as a nice commemoration for their achievements, and for future event promotion to generate interest in the next year’s celebration.

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Written by Bailey Schramm in partnership with Bauhaus 2 Your House designer furniture.