Venews | Issue 9

In this issue

- Latest News
- Small Details. Big Difference. That’s Shire Hotels
- New Recruits
- Making your event sustainable
- Domino goes to Dublin

Latest News

Welcome to the latest Venues Event Management newsletter packed with latest news and venue updates. We have a lot of recruitment news to tell you about, the details of which are below along with a focus on Shire Hotels, an announcement about us working towards the BS 8901 Sustainable Events and information regarding Domino’s latest adventure.

Venues Event Management provides event management, conference and meeting placement, venue finding and accommodation booking services. As well as our core services, we also offer a range of add-on and support services to complement our offering including audio visual production, websites, incentive trips, team building, exhibitions, corporate hospitality and consolidated invoicing.

We hope you find this newsletter of interest and remember, whatever your event requirements, the dedicated Venues Event Management team will be delighted to help. If you would like further information on how Venues Event Management can help you with your meetings, conferences and events, please give us a call on +44 (0) 1793 790003. Alternatively contact us via email at hello@venuesevent.com.

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Small Details. Big Difference. That’s Shire Hotels

Shire Hotels, one of the UK’s leading small hotel groups, is offering you the chance to experience the difference on offer with a luxurious Spa Break for two at one of their six 4 star hotels.

Choose from the splendour of the Lakes, visit vibrant cities including Leeds, Bristol or Portsmouth, or relax in the glorious Cheshire or Northamptonshire countryside.

To find out how to enter click here...

Win a luxurious Spa Break for two at Shire Hotels

Shire Hotels is offering an unforgettable Spa Break for two at any of its four star hotels. With locations stretching from the picturesque Lake District in the north right down to the glorious south coast, you’ll be spoilt for choice for your Spa Break.

To enter the competition, simply book a meeting or event at a Shire Hotel by contacting your dedicated team at Venues Event Management.

T&C’s: Entry to the prize draw is on new bookings only received between 1st and 31st July 2010. The prize is a two night break including breakfast with dinner on one night, and one hour spa treatment per person at a Shire Hotel. It is subject to the winner's preferred dates being available, excluding Bank Holidays. Prize is non exchangeable and non refundable, there is no cash alternative. Prize must be taken by 30th December 2010. All extras are payable by the winner on departure.

Small Details. Big Difference.

Shire Hotels have always stood out from the crowd in terms of their attention to detail. You’ll find examples throughout your stay:

Fresh milk in guest rooms – ideal for the early morning cuppa, and much nicer than UHT pots
Complimentary filtered tap water offered in all the restaurants – no need to buy bottled mineral water at extra cost
Wi Fi – that is free and unlimited is use – throughout the hotel, including all guest rooms

At Shire Hotels we’re great believers that it’s the small things that really can make the difference between a good and a great stay.

The Shire Conference Cafe

Our pioneering concept was introduced at the Thorpe Park Hotel and Spa on opening in 2002, and was such a success with guests that we’ve now rolled it out to all the hotels. It really is an organisers' dream, as you no longer need to think about what time you might like tea a week on Tuesday - you break whenever you’re ready and it’s all there waiting for you. Plus most hotels now offer a fantastic hot and cold lunch selection too – catering for all appetites, large or small, and giving delegates a real choice for lunchtime break.

And because we know it’s important to keep the offering enticing, throughout the day there’ll be freshly-made smoothies and granola bake, donuts and delicious treats in the afternoon and even an old-fashioned tuck shop with all the childhood favourites on offer.

Why not arrange your next meeting with us and experience the Shire Conference Cafe first-hand?

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New Recruits

Venues Event Management is delighted to welcome a number of new recruits.

Kae Greene | Client Development Manager
Kae has joined us as Client Development Manager. Kae brings with her over ten years of event management, business development and sales experience. Kae will be developing a number of large key accounts including BT, Bupa, Hyundai and Positive Solutions.

Izzy Adams | Client Co-ordinator
Izzy has joined our dedicated BP team as a Client Co-ordinator. Izzy formerly worked for the Defence Academy as Lead Administrator, organising a multitude of training courses for the military. Prior to that she worked at telemarketing company Gas Box (formerly HSM).

Gemma Haslam | Client Co-ordinator
Gemma has also joined the BP team as a Client Co-ordinator. Gemma has a wealth of hospitality experience having worked at a number of properties in front of house, management and events roles. Both Izzy and Gemma are welcome additions to this very busy account.

Rachna Badhan | Client Co-ordinator
Rachna has strengthened another key team within Venues Event Management. She will be working with clients such as AXA, National Trust and QA Training. Rachna also has some impressive conference, events and hospitality experience, having worked for a number of large hotel groups including Millennium Hotels, Jury’s Inn, and Marriott.

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Making your event sustainable

Venues Event Management are proud to announce they are working towards the BS 8901 Sustainability Management Systems for Events accreditation.

BS 8901 is the new British Standard that has been developed specifically for the events industry with the purpose of helping the industry to operate in a more sustainable manner.

It requires organisations to identify and understand the effects their activities have on the environment, on society and on the economy, both within the organisation and the wider economy; and put measures in place to minimise the negative effects.

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Domino goes to Dublin

On her continuing mission to travel the world and seek out all the best places to stay and visit, Domino has been to Dublin.

First stop was the Crowne Plaza, Blanchardstown, Dublin. This is Ireland's newest 4 Star luxury hotel and offers a unique location setting this hotel apart from all other hotels in Dublin whether it’s for business, leisure or shopping.

Next was the Jameson Distillery. Set in the heart of Ireland’s thriving capital city, this attraction captures the imagination and spirit of Ireland.

During her visit, Domino was taken through the entire process of whiskey production. Her journey was completed with a visit to the Jameson Bar where she enjoyed the ultimate whiskey tasting experience.

Finally Domino rested her weary paws at Clontarf Castle. Offering a perfect blend of a boutique and luxury hotel, this property is located just 10 minutes from the heart of Dublin City Centre and 5 miles from Dublin Airport. Clontarf Castle is tucked away in a tranquil setting surrounded by fabulous golf courses and the sounds of lapping waters from the Irish Sea. All meeting rooms offer the latest technology and create a unique and sophisticated environment catering for small functions to large conferences.

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May 2010