Event: Verma Bash

THE IMPORTANCE OF CORPORATE ENTERTAINING

Corporate entertaining is not just party planning. It is an important business tool, an integral element of your corporate branding strategy, and can significantly impact your company’s bottom line. In today’s highly competitive business landscape a well thought out corporate entertaining plan can differentiate your company from your competition. Don’t leave things to chance and miss a fantastic opportunity to:

• Reinforce and enhance your brand
• Build trust in your company
• Reward client loyalty
• Build new relationships
• Motivate and inspire your staff
• Tell your company’s story
• Plan and strategize effectively
• Educate
• Celebrate your successes

Events by Parris has the expertise to maximize the potential of your corporate entertainment including:

• Client/Staff Appreciation Party
• Annual General Meeting (AGM)
• Product Launch
• Sales and Planning Meeting
• Team Building
• Retirement Party
• Press Release Party
• Corporate Milestone
• Corporate Casino Party
• Holiday/Christmas Party
• Summer BBQ/Picnic
• Cocktail Party

Events by Parris will work with your company to ensure the success of your corporate entertainment. Each event is unique - individually planned according to your specific requirements and budget. Corporate entertaining doesn’t have to break the bank. We will work within your budget to create an event that is targeted to your company’s goals and objectives without compromising quality. Make the Events by Parris team part of your team. Our success is your success. Contact Events by Parris today and let’s start working on your corporate entertaining strategy.

HOW TO CHOOSE AN EVENT PLANNER

Not all event planners are created equal. In fact very few are experienced, professional, and dedicated to the profession. It takes years in the industry to build up a network of reliable vendors and it takes constant diligence to keep up with current trends, new venues, and new vendors. Before hiring an event planner inquire as to their level of experience in the following:

• Budgeting
• Venue selection
• Event design
• Catering
• Décor
• Rentals
• Entertainment
• Invitations
• Transportation
• Accommodations
• Staffing
• Photography/Videography
• AV equipment
• Webcasting
• Videoconferencing
• Onsite supervision

Good, professional event planners will save you time and money. They are flexible and versatile and can provide services on an as needed basis or plan and execute your entire event. An experienced, professional event planner will be pleased to show you photos of the events that they handled and share with you their roster of clients. A corporate event planner will have had experience with a wide range of events from AGMs to fundraising galas and everything in between. Event planners are creative geniuses and logistics experts rolled into one.

If you are looking for an event planner, look no further. Contact Events by Parris. With years of experience in the industry, we can help to differentiate your company from the competition. Our professionalism, expertise, personal touch, creativity, and attention to detail is why we stand out from the crowd. Just one call to Events by Parris and your company will too.

Event: Yahoo! Canada's Client Appreciation Night

Events by Parris was happy to assist Yahoo! Canada with their annual Client Appreciation Night. Held at Atlantis, the theme was "You're the Star". From the papparazzi at the entrance, the Guitar Hero Video Gaming Room, to the magazine cover shoot inside--the guests were made to feel like the next Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie!!
Take a look!

Photography by Carolyn Wong

HOW TO PLAN A SUCCESSFUL PRODUCT LAUNCH

Successful product launches just don't happen. They take meticulous planning, creative design, and flawless execution. You only have one time to make first impression. There are no second chances. When you are launching a new product, your product launch can make the difference in how your product is perceived in the marketplace, its sales development time, and therefore your bottom line. The Events by Parris team has the expertise to create a product launch that will contribute to the success of your product. Our product launch events are targeted to your audience, enhancing your sales strategy and reducing your time to market. Whether you are planning to launch your product during a major trade show or conference or at a local event or roadshow Events by Parris will work with your company to:

• Set goals and objectives
• Define a realistic budget
• Develop a launch strategy plan
• Choose the right venue
• Offer logistical support
• Provide food and beverage
• Provide waitstaff
• Provide support staff
• Offer project management services
• Coordinate and execute the plan

A product launch is a fantastic opportunity to garner the maximum exposure for your brand with the public, your competitors, and in the press. Make the most of this extraordinary branding opportunity by hiring professionals to do a professional job. At Events by Parris we create lasting impressions, increasing your brand exposure, and elevating your product above that of your competition. Contact Events by Parris today and let’s plan your successful product launch.

Maggie and Christopher

Married May 29th, 2010 at the Paletta Mansion
Events by Parris

Photography by Sam from J.C. Pimentel Photography

Event: Revlon Canada's Holiday Party

The candles were lit, the jitterbug dancers were dressed, and the Revlon-tinis had been poured. It was time to get this party started! Held at The Carlu on December 8th, Revlon Canada's holiday party was a memorable evening for all. This years theme was the 1930s--and from the dinner tables named after 30s stars (I was at the Clark Table Table) to the energetic jitterbug dancers the 1930s were back in full swing that night!

Here are just a few images from this fantastic evening:

PLANNING AN AGM (ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING)

The AGM (Annual General Meeting) is an important event for every company – private and public sector. It is an excellent opportunity to give an overview of the company’s current situation, stressing the positives, discussing its financial health, and building confidence within the organization and the public. There is usually much business and annual housekeeping to be dealt with including the President’s message, election of Board members, the amendment of by-laws, the appointment of auditors, and presentation of annual audited financial statements.

The planning of such an important event should not be left to chance. There are many things to take into consideration.

• Travel
• Accommodations
• Transportation – to and from the airport, train station or bus station, in addition to within the city
• Venue – should be conveniently located, easily accessible, and accommodate the group comfortably
• Meeting rooms – includes required equipment such as Internet connections, audio-visual equipment, projection screens, white boards, flip charts, fax machines, webcasting, videoconferencing, photo copy machines
• Support staff – administrative, secretarial
• Catering – coffee breaks and meals during the meetings
• Welcome party
• Meet and greet parties
• Banquets – onsite or at a restaurant or other venue
• Social activities and/or sight seeing – for guests in from out of town so that they are made to feel welcome and enjoy their stay during non-working hours

Leave the planning of your AGM to the professionals at Events by Parris. Let us take care of the details so that you can take care of business.

Event: CAA Petro Points 2008 Launch

HAVE YOU CONSIDERED ONE OF TORONTO’S FABULOUS CULTURAL VENUES FOR YOUR CORPORATE EVENTS?

Corporate events don’t have to be predictable, traditional, and ordinary. They can be exciting, dynamic, and extraordinary with a little creativity and originality. Instead of the same old venues – hotels, banquet halls, meeting spaces - embrace the marvelous choices available in Toronto and think culture. Did you know that you can host your corporate events at one of the many fabulous cultural venues in Toronto? Consider these outstanding cultural venues for your next event:

The Art Gallery of Ontario (AGO), newly renovated and absolutely spectacular offers Baillie Court – a gorgeous state-of-the-art 7,200 square foot facility accommodating up to 450 guests - and Jackman Hall – with a stage and screen – accommodating up to 200 people. Your guests will soak up the culture and revel in the extraordinary ambience.

The ROM, Canada’s largest museum of World Cultures and Natural History is a spectacular venue for groups of all sizes, up to two thousand guests. The renewed heritage wing featuring high vaulted ceilings, soaring windows and magnificent detailed stonework are ideal for any corporate event. You will certainly make an impression of your guests with an event at the ROM.

The Gardiner Museum, located directly across the street from the ROM offers spectacular cuisine at their restaurant - Jamie Kennedy at the Gardiner - which can accommodate up to 100 for sit down service and 200 for cocktail parties. The food is exquisite and stylish. Groups can also rent the Gardiner lobby.

Contact Events by Parris today to discuss hosting your next corporate event at one of Toronto’s exciting cultural venues.