If you want to host a corporate event in Orange County that leaves your guests wanting more, here's where to invest your time and energy.
The most effective events have clearly defined objectives from the start. When you determine your goal at the beginning, you can use it as a sounding board to base all other decisions off of.
Every element that follows should serve that objective. When it does, the event feels cohesive. When it doesn’t it feels like you threw a party and lazily stuck your logo on it.
When guests walk into a beautifully designed room, they feel it immediately, whether they realize it or not. Florals are one of the most powerful tools for transforming a space — and one of the most underestimated in corporate event planning.
The right floral design doesn't just decorate. It gives your guests something to enjoy looking at and maybe even take home at the end of the night. It signals to your guests that this event was considered, that someone cared about every corner of the room.
For events in or near Orange County, our go-to florist is Rooted & Wild Co. They always deliver beautiful arrangements that reflect the vision for your event. From large statement pieces to small arrangements, each is put together with attention to detail and care.
Follow their work on Instagram: @rootedandwildco.
Beautiful pictures of your event are not only fun to reflect on, but are a real business asset. Pictures can be shared within your team, posted on your LinkedIn page, and used as a conversation starter with a prospective client or partner.
Hiring a photographer who understands what they're documenting and making it look as special as it was is important. Not just the décor, but the energy of the room. The conversations. The moments between people that truly show what your company is about.
Alexa Leigh is one of our most trusted partners for our events. She takes the time to understand what you are truly trying to capture with your event and makes your vision come to life with her stunning photography. She has a keen eye for detail and always delivers. To see her work or get in contact, visit her website: http://byalexaleigh.com
Every detail that guests interact with is an opportunity to wow them. From the welcome sign to the seating arrangement, menus, programs, and any other personalized touch, fine-tuning each of these elements elevates your guest experience.
Our go-to for prints and signage is True Love Design House. Based in Costa Mesa, Noelle and her husband Tyler, specialize in making printed details unique to your event. We love working with them and if you want to learn more, check out their website: truelovedesignhouse.com
The best corporate events engage their guests throughout the course of the event. Instead of a boring program to follow, interactive moments spark conversation and generate shared experiences that actually bond a room.
Experiences like this do not have to be elaborate. Some of our most successful events have had talent shows and singing competitions. What really matters is creating space for guests to contribute instead of them feeling like they are being talked at for the entirety of the event.
From florals to photography, signage, and activations, what makes a corporate event actually memorable is the feeling guests have. This feeling is created when every layer works together seamlessly.
If you are looking for corporate event planning services in Orange County, let us introduce ourselves. Here at Westhaven, we understand what it takes to coordinate details and create memorable events that achieve the goals you set out at the very beginning of the process.
If you're planning a corporate event in Orange County and want a partner who delivers the details and the desired outcome, we'd love to connect.
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Westhaven Events is a luxury event planning and production firm creating refined corporate experiences for organizations in Orange County, CA and beyond.
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