What's Floating Around Cloud 9? 18 January 2016

Welcome to another week and whilst you still might be suffering from the Winter blues, we have the perfect antidote to lift your spirits and give you something to look forward to. If you are an agent, a venue, or a facilitator to the event industry then you need to get involved in the CHS Awards which we run in conjunction with the CHS Group.

You will probably know the CHS Group for their excellent annual trade show which takes place in Leeds each year or for their great series of Independent Venue Showcases which deliver great opportunities to discover hidden gems and independent venues for agents.

As an agent if you are not on their radar then you really should be as their hosted buyer programmes are great and the one day Show which is set for April 26 at the First Direct Arena offers a great opportunity to connect with all manner of new venues in an informal setting. They also have a great educational programme running with some amazing speakers. 

 

But the show aside, the awards are also great for agents. Let us tell you why. If you are an experienced agent then being a judge will be a great opportunity to cast an eye over venues and offer your insight. As a judge you also have the chance to help shape the awards and the categories for the future and play a vital role in deciding which venues should win in each category. This helps you connect and build relationships and you also get to come along to the awards event itself in May in Manchester for a great night out!

As an venue, CHS16 will help you connect with more than 700 key buyers from across the UK.  So whether you are a small independent venue looking to raise the profile of your business outside of your local area or you're part of a large chain and wish to promote a number of venues to new buyers, CHS16 should form an essential part of your marketing plan.

The addition of the Awards’ element offers another dimension to the show and a relatively inexpensive addition to the investment you have already made. CHS16 offers you a stress and hassle free exhibition and the awards themselves are no different, just another great excuse to network whilst maximising exposure of your venue to relevant buyers.

 

Sponsorship starts at just £500 but we are happy to tailor make packages to suit all budgets and we're always keen to hear any ideas that can enhance the event and our guests experience on the night.

So, you want something to look forward to? Look forward to a great show in April when we'll be announcing the nominations, and look forward to a great night in May in Manchester when on 25 at the Piccadilly Hotel, we'll be celebrating the awards with a gala dinner and glittering ceremony. The perfect cure for those January blues!

Have a great week!