When planning your corporate retreat or event, there are several moving pieces…
1. Goals & Objectives
– What’s your goal outcome / purpose of your retreat or event?
– How many people will be attending?
– Where do you want to host your retreat or event?
2. Budget
– Put together a rough budget what you’ll be working with to plan and execute your retreat or event.
– Review past retreats & events and the type of budget that was worked it.
3. Theme & Format
– Does your theme and forma fit your goals & objectives?
– Select a theme that will resonate with your employees.
4. Location, Venue, and Vendors
– Find the Geography that best fits your retreat or event.
– How many people will be attending?
– Does the venue fit all your needs to your retreat or event?
– Are there any limitations with your venue? (i.e offsite catering, offsite decor rental)
– Are there local vendors you can rely on?
5. Date
– Select an optimal date along with a back up date
6. Accommodations
– If overnight accommodations are required
7. Food + Drink Options
8. Activities
9. Speakers / Entertainment
10. Transportation
11. Decor rental / Event Services
– Have a contingency plan in place