5 things to consider when organising a business conference

Holding a business conference really is a great way to launch a new product, a new business idea or getting everyone in the company together to go through recent results.

Choregus recognises that there are 5 key things to consider when organising a business conference once the content, date and time have been decided.

1. Location
You need to choose a location that best matches your target audience. So if you are looking to gain new business, it is best to choose somewhere that mirrors your image and brand. Most of the serviced office providers offer a range of conference and meeting rooms at premier addresses and locations. Rooms can offer add-ons such as a roof top terrace for an alternative to the traditional break out areas usually offered. The conference and meeting rooms can be set up to suit your businesses needs too.

2. Publicity
One important thing to consider is publicity. How are you going to attract people to the event? Usually, mail shots, posters and radio announcements are a good way of ensuring maximum exposure. Then of course there is the internet.

3. Staff
By using a serviced office provider for your conference, staff for security and catering will be provided. If you are not then these needed to be looked into and booked separately, which can be time consuming and a drain on resources.

4. Decor
What style do you need for tables? Do you need extra lighting? If you are using a serviced office provider then these issues will be covered in the package you pay for. However if you have opted for traditional office space then these need some thought.

5. Equipment
An important item to consider is equipment. How will you present information? Who is managing the technology side of things? Using traditional office space will mean that it is up to you to arrange all of this. Serviced office solutions take away the burden of hiring audio visual and conference facilities leaving you time to plan everything for the event.

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