Three ways to make your executive dinner guests feel welcomed
When your event calendar feels like an endless run of trade shows and conferences, hosting an executive dinner can be a refreshing change of pace. It's an opportunity to create an intimate experience with your top customers and prospects, and can often help move prospects further down the decision making process. So how can you ensure that your executive dinner guests feel like VIPs from the moment they arrive? Here are three simple yet effective ways to make their experience with your brand unforgettable.
Greet them at the door of the venue. If you are hosting your executive dinner at a restaurant, be prepared to meet guests at the door and walk them to your table or private event space. This saves your guest from having to awkwardly try and find the room, and they will immediately feel more relaxed. If you can’t meet them at the door, make sure the hostess is well prepared with the name of your event and where the group is meeting.
Greet them by name. Remembering someone's name holds immense power; it shows attentiveness and respect. Take some time to research your guests on LinkedIn and familiarize yourself with their names and photos beforehand. When you personally address them upon arrival, it demonstrates sincere interest in building connections beyond superficial conversations.
Pre-assign seating. Assigning seating before your guests arrive may seem like micromanagement at first glance; however, it allows for thoughtful consideration of personalities and dynamics within the group. By strategically placing individuals next to one another based on shared interests or complementary attributes, you're helping to foster productive conversations that contribute to a memorable evening.
Remember, hosting executives is not just about providing excellent food; it's about curating an unforgettable experience that makes them feel like esteemed members of your community. These three simple gestures can help launch an incredible evening for your business.
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