How to plan a corporate dinner

A lot goes into planning a successful dinner as a corporate event; picking a location, deciding on the menu, and finding entertainment. All of that can easily turn into a whirlwind of stress, but let’s not get ahead of ourselves. A crucial point to remember when planning your next gathering is to not over overcomplicate things and stay calm! 

Once you’ve settled on a budget, here is how we recommend you start the planning process. 

Agenda – Just like with any event, having an itinerary is a necessity. Start with planning out what you would like the night to look like. Write down the event start time, in detail down to closing speeches.

Check out the sample agenda below.

5:00 PM – 5:30 PM – Arrival/Cocktail/Networking 

5:30 PM – 5:45 PM – Welcoming Speeches 

5:45 PM – 6:45 PM – Dinner/Networking 

6:45 PM – 7:45 PM – Scheduled Entertainment

7:45 PM – 8:00 PM – Closing Speeches/Dessert