Brief
Story Events was engaged by a longstanding corporate client to organise their internal staff party. The brief was to source a venue that could host up to 350 people standing, with great outside space with wet weather contingent. Immersive entertainment and delicious catering were all key considerations.
Delivery
Following a round of site visits, Pergola Paddington was chosen as the perfect venue due to its location, style and size. The theme for this year was Pergola Paraíso, an oasis. The British weather didn’t get the memo and proceeded to rain throughout the day. The team were able to adapt to this turn of events, relocating the check-in and bringing all guests into the main space from the very start of the event. The outside-in feel of the venue made the wet weather seem like a distant memory.
Guests were provided with a Hawaiian lei and name badge on arrival, and then greeted with a glass of sparkling wine whilst they then mingled with colleagues. Story organised fire dancers to perform, creating a sense of your favourite beach club. Platters were distributed for guests to enjoy as substitutes for canapés.
Following a fantastic speech by the company’s CEO guests were invited to enjoy a wide range of lunch options for the three traders onsite; Crudo, Dos Mas and Burger Shack. The theme was brought to life even further via the bespoke photo booth, roaming glitter artists and games which included limbo, hoopla and boules.
Story organised for an upgrade in the venue’s sound production for the live music performances. Due to some factors outside everyone’s control, there was a change in the DJ, however, Story was able to act quickly and source a new DJ to entertain the guests without too much disruption. Everyone ended up on a high, dancing and having fun with colleagues.
Result
The client was extremely happy with the whole experience, thanking us for another successful event. Despite the wet weather and unforeseeable circumstances, Story created a summer oasis for all to enjoy.
If you are planning to host your next corporate conference then please reach out to the team at Story here.