Taking your business places

OUR MISSION

TO UNDERSTAND OUR CUSTOMERS’ BUSINESS AND HELP THEM ACHIEVE THEIR GOALS WITH PASSION, INTEGRITY, AND CREATIVE THINKING.

Taking your business places

PASSION We are passionate about what we do and enjoy celebrating our success with our colleagues,

customers and suppliers.

UNITY We respect each other. We are

one team (colleagues, customers and suppliers) with one goal.

HONESTY We value openness and honesty

with everyone we work with.

COMMITMENT We commit ourselves to our

clients, suppliers and colleagues to deliver the best we can for

each other every day.

FUN We will have fun on the way!

TRUSTWe always keep our promises.

OUR VALUES

OUR COMPANYFirst Event is one of the UK’s leading event management companies, delivering perfectly planned events both nationally and internationally.

Established in 1999 and continually voted one of the Top 30 Agencies by Conference & Incentive Travel magazine, our team is made up of event industry specialists. Each one is experienced in creating tailored events to help clients successfully achieve their business goals.

2018 SAW US…• PROCESS OVER 8,000 DELEGATE REGISTRATIONS

• WELCOME ANOTHER 8 PEOPLE TO THE FIRST EVENT TEAM

• DELIVER OVER 100 EVENTS

• WORK IN 45 CITIES IN 25 COUNTRIES ACROSS 6 CONTINENTS

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OUR PEOPLEOur team is made up of over 30 dedicated industry professionals, each with a passion for helping to create and deliver outstanding events through a spectacular service worth talking about.

Having collectively worked on 1000s of events, our specialist skills and expertise will ensure that your objectives are met through a precise and consistent event management service.

OUR SERVICESCONFERENCE MANAGEMENTWhether holding a large conference for 100s of delegates or a smaller meeting for 25 people, every last detail will be taken care of. The dedicated team will ensure the seamless delivery of all aspects of your event.

DELEGATE MANAGEMENTFrom communications to registration, event reminders and delegate enquiries, we’ll take complete control of all delegate management and ensure you remain up-to-date withyour attendees.

EVENT PRODUCTIONWe can provide assistance in the production of your event, whether it be stage design, lighting, or AV.

INCENTIVE TRAVEL/GROUP TRAVELWe have almost 20 years’ experience working all around the world – constantly exceeding client expectations and engaging their customers through our bespoke incentivetravel packages.

OFFSITE DINNERS/GALA DINNERSHaving worked in a variety of locations around the world, we’re aware of the best dinner venues, suitable for entertaining your guests.

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OPERATIONS & LOGISTICSFROM CONFERENCES TO INCENTIVE TRAVEL, EXHIBITIONS TO BUSINESS MEETINGS, OUR FANTASTIC TEAM OF HARDWORKING AND DEDICATED EVENT PROFESSIONALS ARE EXPERIENCED IN PROVIDING A SEAMLESS EVENT MANAGEMENT SERVICE TO BRING YOUR EVENT IDEAS TO LIFE.

Working closely with you from the very beginning, we’ll take your wants, needs and objectives to transform them into a stunning event designed to meet your business goals. We like to think outside the box, producing unique and unforgettable event solutions that both you and your customer can enjoy, along with the knowledge that your event is completely one of a kind.

Your entire event journey will be carefully managed and organised by a designated Account Manager, who will be your personal point of contact for anything concerning your event and relationship withFirst Event.

HOW CAN AN EVENT HELP YOU TO ACHIEVE BUSINESS GOALS?INTERNAL ENGAGEMENT/DELIVERING KEY BUSINESS MESSAGES An incentive event, large meeting or conference can help to get your employees involved and engaged with the business and its values. It can drive behaviours and ensure the clear delivery of key business messages.

RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENTMaintaining positive relationships at work makes for a happier environment, and this can be encouraged through incentive reward programmes and business events.

REWARDING CUSTOMERS OR EMPLOYEESMany of our incentive trips act as a luxurious reward for employees who meet or exceed work targets. They are also used by businesses to reward top spending customers for their custom and loyalty.

DELIVER BRAND AWARENESSHolding business events such as conferences or exhibitions is a great way to raise awareness around your brand.

INTRODUCE A NEW PRODUCT OR SERVICEOur wide range of services include operations, marketing, and design. Together, these can help you to successfully launch and market a new product or service through an event.

INCREASE SALES Incentivising an event can be a great way to motivate employees to meet or exceed sales targets.

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WORLDWIDE EVENTSWE HAVE DELIVERED FANTASTIC BUSINESS EVENTS ALL OVER THE GLOBE, WORKING WITH WORLD FAMOUS VENUES, AND PRODUCING MEMORABLE EXPERIENCES THAT SUCCESSFULLY MEET OUR CLIENT’S GOALS AND OBJECTIVES BUT EXCEED THEIR EXPECTATIONS.

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VENUE FINDFinding a suitable venue for your event is an essential part of the planning process, and requires a lot of consideration in regards to your business needs. It’s hard to find the time to look for and inspect potential locations without wasting time, money, and energy. That’s why we offer a complimentary venue finding service, ensuring you have all the help you need to find your perfect venue.

Through our unique supplier relationships and industry expertise, our venue proposals will meet your requirements and offer you competitive prices.

With almost 20 years as event industry leaders, our team are experts in dealing with event solutions. If you’d like us to find your next event venue, email us at venues@firstevent.co.uk, or call 01943 877 444 and we’ll return your call to run through and confirm specific requirements*.

CASE STUDIES

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OUR BRIEFOur client, a franchise company, wanted to hold a three-day exhibition in a central UK location as an opportunity to develop their stores and staff. They needed a venue which was suitable for conferences, workshops, exhibitions and networking, as well as being able to accommodate a large number of people and offering good value for money.

THE SOLUTIONFirst Event selected Coventry’s Ricoh Arena, a multi-purpose venue boasting a large exhibition hall and auditorium suitable for the size of the group.

First Event were responsible for achieving the client’s objectives: driving people to the exhibition, creating a buzz, and tailoring a plan to create a useful learning experience for the UK franchises.

The client hosted workshops on relevant topics, a main plenary session with motivational speakers, and an exhibition.

Post-event, First Event assessed the highlights of the event from client and delegate feedback. The top three included a high increase in attendance versus previous years (attributable to advanced communications and a more central location), a great choice of guest speakers, and a high level of interest from sponsors and exhibitors.

UK CONFERENCE AND EXHIBITIONEVENT: FRANCHISE EXHIBITIONINDUSTRY: FOOD & BEVERAGEDESTINATION: UK

CAPE TOWN CONFERENCE & INCENTIVEEVENT: CONFERENCE & INCENTIVEINDUSTRY: PHARMACEUTICALDESTINATION: CAPE TOWN, SOUTH AFRICA

OUR BRIEFOur client is a pharmaceutical company which holds a bi-annual conference and incentive event. Event requirements include a topical conference itinerary, ample networking opportunities, and a luxurious overseas location to appeal to a well-travelled delegate group.

THE SOLUTIONHaving successfully delivered similar events for this client in the past, we were aware of what we had to do to ensure that this event exceeded expectations, leading us to the exotic destination of Cape Town.

Our experience working in this particular location meant that we had pre-established connections, which included a preferred DMC and a local AV production company. The versatility of the location allowed an incredible conference, accompanied by a series of excursions providing delegates with unique experiences that were only available in this particular destination.

The Belmond Mount Nelson Hotel played host to delegates for the entirety of their stay, providing a relaxing respite after a day of exploring Cape Town. Alongside a spectacular welcome dinner spent at a Bedouin-themed evening, delegates took a day trip to Boschendal Winelands (complete with a surprise visit from supervised cheetahs), and enjoyed an animal-themed gala dinner at the Cape Town City Hall.

After delivering yet another successful trip for our client, we received fantastic feedback. The client also signed up to a 2019 event.

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OUR BRIEFOur client required a stand-out gala evening to end their 200th anniversary celebrations with a bang, highlighting key company messages and rewarding outstanding colleagues. The event also had to include a focus on the future of the business in its third century.

THE SOLUTIONWe pulled together a spectacular event at Birmingham Town Hall, including appearances by celebrity guests, highlighting the exclusivity of the evening. Guests enjoyed a welcome drinks reception before entering the auditorium for the main event, where they were entertained by presenter Patrick Kielty.

Performances included Birmingham’s poet laureate Matt Windle; electronic string quartet Escala; magician David Penn; and award-winning musical icon Beverley Knight. The night also saw 100 colleagues honoured for their dedicated service.

The event was a brilliant success, and additionally managed to raise over £200,000 for charity partners and local projects.

GALA DINNEREVENT: GALA EVENINGINDUSTRY: BATHROOM FITTINGS LOCATION: BIRMINGHAM TOWN HALL, UK

SALES INCENTIVEEVENT: INCENTIVEINDUSTRY: BATHROOM FITTINGSDESTINATION: SOUTH BEACH, MIAMI

OUR BRIEFA repeat client of ours holds an annual incentive event for customers who hit yearly sales targets. After a successful trip to Florence previously, our clients wanted their second annual event to drive sales with a particular emphasis on their premium product range.

THE SOLUTIONWe decided to take our clients to Miami’s South Beach for a unique event that defied traditional tourist routes. Staying at the luxurious W South Beach Hotel adjacent to the beachfront, delegates enjoyed the affluence of Miami whilst also experiencing exciting activities included in our bespoke ground programme. Guests were sped around the houses of the rich and famous on jet boats, taken on a culinary walking and tasting tour, and accompanied on a guided tour of the Everglades, where they got up close and personal with alligators and native wildlife.

Ending the trip with a spectacular gala dinner and show at the exclusive new Faena Hotel, guests left Miami satisfied that they had received a memorable and rewarding experience personalised to their own interests.

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HANSGROHESALES INCENTIVE

NBG CONFERENCE & EXHIBITION

EVENT: 120 of Hansgrohe’s top customers spent 5 days on a once-in-a-lifetime trip to Florence.

HIGHLIGHT: Vintage Car Rally through the Chianti region of Italy.

CLIENT’S FEEDBACK: ‘The event organisation is the best I’ve ever experienced! Congratulations to everyone involved. Flawless!’

EVENT: 487 delegates and 130 exhibitors participated in a 2 day event incorporating various elements; conference, exhibition, welcome dinner and gala awards dinner.

HIGHLIGHT: Oktoberfest themed welcome dinner and entertainment.

CLIENT’S FEEDBACK: ‘Having experienced the service that First Event provided at our annual conference, I’d have to say that it was excellent. The conference organisation was outstanding! First Event staff were on hand to deal with any issues. A job well done!’

OUR TESTIMONIALSThe work we have produced in the past is testament to what we are capable of. Our clients are always over the moon with the events we create for them.

SOME OF OUR CLIENTSWe are nothing without our amazing clients. We work hard to produce fantastic events that will help them to reach their business goals and objectives.

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Taking your business places

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Jake Burnham - Head of SalesGhyll Beck House, Gill Lane, Yeadon, Leeds LS19 7SE

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