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Leeke to spearhead FMC’s Wales push Emma Leeke, Leekes md is to head The Furniture Makers' Company’s efforts in Wales. The industry charity has launched a Wales region committee, which Leeke will chair. Each region aims to organise fundraising and networking events in their area for members and non-members of The Furniture Makers Company. The new region will launch with a tour and gin tasting event at the Grade 1 listed Hensol Castle Distillery – owned by the Leeke family - in the Vale of Glamorgan, on 13 February from 6.30pm–9.30pm. The evening will begin with a welcome drink at Hensol Castle, with the distillery tour starting at 7pm. During the tour, guests will explore the history of the castle and gin and get a backstage insight into the secrets of the distilling process and how the flavours of the gins are blended. Once the tour is complete, attendees will work their way back to the speakeasy gin bar where they will be given a guided tasting of several of the gins and sprits made on site. This event is open to anyone working in the furniture industry with links to Wales, along with their guests. Brian Ahern, FMC master and Jonny Westbrooke, FMC ceo will be and available to talk to those interested in understanding more about the work and purpose of the organisation. ‘On behalf of The Furniture Makers’ Company, I am delighted to invite you to the first Welsh based event. Our aim is to bring together individuals and organisations from across the Welsh furniture industry, fostering collaboration and encouraging new membership. This event will mark the start of what we hope will be a regular calendar of gatherings, each one a chance to strengthen ties within the industry,’ says Leeke. The price of the event is £40 + VAT. There are also a limited number of rooms available to stay in the newly refurbished castle. https://lnkd.in/edY8qN8f #furniture #furnitureindustry

Meeting Planner Tip: When planning a corporate event this year until mid 2025 MKPDE is recommending to have beverage service service at corporate events while having self-serve food. This will help lower the cost of the event or meeting while allowing guests to feel well-fed. #corporation #food #feed #employees #fundraising Like this tip. Consider employing MKPDE.com as a consultant next event.

For the past few years, we’ve been working on something HUGE behind the scenes and we’re so excited to finally let you in on our big news. Carlowrie Castle is officially B Corp Certified, making us the first castle in the world to join the global movement for a better planet! 🎉 What does that mean?  It means that we're committed to meeting B Lab’s high standards for social and environmental impact, and we're joining a community of global businesses who strive to make a positive impact on the world. B Corp certification is deliberately difficult to attain which means it is held only by businesses who are truly passionate about environmental and social wellbeing. We've been working towards this certification for some time now and making some changes to the way that we operate. A few of these are: ⚡ We’ve installed brand new electric vehicle chargers for our guests and staff to use, promoting an alternative to fuel-powered vehicles. ❤️ We operate our own charity, The Breakfast Bothy SCIO, where we provide meals and support to people experiencing homelessness, loneliness, and other difficulties in Edinburgh. 🌳 We’re regenerating unused land through extensive tree planting throughout the Carlowrie estate. 🚿 We’re reducing water waste by installing the latest tech in flow reduction valves for taps and showers throughout the castle, and using grey water for gardens and hothouse irrigation. 👨👩👧👦 We host free community events such as Picnic and Praise and Carols at Carlowrie. By becoming B Corp certified, we’re committing to continuous improvement towards social and environmental impact. In order to maintain our certification, we’ll be undertaking the assessment and verification process every three years to show that we’re still meeting B Lab’s high standards. We’re absolutely delighted to join this community of like minded businesses and we look forward to seeing what we can achieve together. When you next visit Carlowrie Castle, whether that be for a business conference, a wedding, an exclusive-use party, a community event, or a private stay, you can do so knowing you are part of our mission for a better planet. #BCorp #PositiveImpact #Sustainability

🆕 The future (of festivals) is reducing: Chefs on Fire II is here 🎪 LOHAD - the creators behind Chefs on Fire, is back to finance the first edition of Chefs on Fire Madrid. Yes, the festival is going international! The promoter set on a mission of "sustainable hedonism", which means downsizing festivals' capacity to make them genuinely sustainable and reduce massively their #carbonfootprint. The funds raised will:  🎟️ Co-finance the first edition of Chefs on Fire Madrid; 💪 Support for hiring a positive impact consultant and developing a project to measure the event's impacts; 🌱 Implement initiatives on responsible food, energy and emissions, water and sanitation, mobility and transportation, and biodiversity and community; 📰 Support for media trips by international journalists. The event in Madrid goes beyond what you may expect from a sustainable festival, from composting stations to a reforestation program to plant trees, empowering the local economy through vendors and other supplies, and so much more that you can find through the direct link in the comments below 👇

As the busiest time of year for the hospitality industry, Christmas also sees a dramatic increase in food waste. Natalie Pearson, Associate Lecturer in the Hospitality, Tourism and Events subject area in Oxford Brookes Business School, delves into the factors behind this issue and offers solutions for businesses and homeowners to reduce the waste. 🍗 Donating surplus food 📈 Managing stock more efficiently 🍽 Managing portion sizes Read more: https://bit.ly/4grxdil #Hospitality #Sustainability #FoodWaste #Christmas

🌱 Sustainability is at the forefront of the events industry in 2025. With the increasing urgency to prioritise eco-friendly practices, we’re proud to partner with SkootEco | B-Corp - a platform dedicated to providing carbon footprint management solutions for businesses and individuals. Together, we’re offering innovative ways for event-goers and organisers to contribute to a greener future. From carbon offsetting donations at checkout to free resources and a carbon calculator to reduce environmental impact, we’re making it easier than ever to host and attend sustainable events. Learn more about our partnership and how we’re paving the way for sustainable events at the link in the comments. #Skiddle #TicketingDoneBetter #Sustainability #EventsIndustry #EcoFriendly #SkootEco #SellTickets #Tickets #Events #EventOrganisers #Promoters #Partnership #Donations #Resources

As an expert in the event and meeting planning industry, Sofitel Sydney Darling Harbour has today released its latest incentive offer that partners with Greening Australia to give back to the environment. “At Sofitel Sydney Darling Harbour, we are committed to reducing our environmental impact”, said Commercial Director, Paul Andarakis. “We believe that delivering thoughtful luxury while keeping the planet in mind is integral to providing exceptional hospitality experiences. This commitment is reflected in our Green Globe certification and applies across all aspects of our operations. “With our new incentive, we are inviting meeting planners and businesses work with us toward a sustainable future”. For every event booked in Q1 2025 with a revenue spend of $50,000 – $100,000, Sofitel Sydney Darling Harbour will donate $500 to Greening Australia. For events exceeding $100,000, Sofitel Sydney Darling Harbour will donate $1,000. These funds will go to support Greening Australia’s sustainability initiatives. Greening Australia has been restoring Australia’s unique landscapes and protecting biodiversity at scale through collaborative, science-based programs for over 40 years. Greening Australia is committed to tackling Australia’s greatest environmental challenges in ways that work for communities, economies and nature; planting millions of native trees and plants, protecting hundreds of native species, and supporting Traditional Owners’ aspirations for restoring country. Greening Australia #sustainablemeetings

If you're gearing up for some field marketing events this fall to entertain prospects, here are a few fun suggestions that I've used successfully in the past: 🍣 City food tours: Expose your attendees to some cool restaurants in your local area for drinks, appetizers, main dishes, and desserts. Make sure to ask about any dietary restrictions in advance so you can prepare accordingly, and please offer nonalcoholic drink options. 🔏Escape room: There are many variations on this concept (museum heist, prison break, gold rush, etc.), depending on your location. I was skeptical about this idea until I actually tried it with my team. It was actually a LOT of fun! 🔧Building options: This could be anything from Legos to robots to bicycles to donate to charity. Depending on your budget and goals, people can work independently or in teams. You could even give out awards for fastest completion, most creative, best teamwork. Want more ideas? Reach out to me and I'll share some more of the most popular and effective field marketing events. #corporateevents #corporatemeetings #fieldmarketing #leslieberkeconsulting

Are you planning a business refurbishment project for 2025 and want to reduce the cost of waste removal by donating what you can for reuse or repurpose and contribute to your sustainable CSR tangibly Private message us for some useful tips and connection as to how we can help, however small or large your project may be .

Here are five tips on how to select the perfect venue for your event: ⭐ Consider Accessibility: Choose a location that’s convenient for your attendees to reach ⭐ Match the Ambiance: Ensure the venue’s style aligns with the event’s theme and tone ⭐ Check Capacity: Make sure the space comfortably accommodates your expected crowd ⭐ Assess Amenities: Look for essential facilities like AV equipment, seating, and parking ⭐ Stay Within Budget: Find a balance between quality and cost to get the best value Contact us today to learn more on how we can help📲 . . . #eventplanning #eventplanner #foundation #association #charityevent #nonprofitevent #virtualeventmanagement #vendormanagement #onsitestaffing #registrationmanagement #speakercoordination #hotelbookings #eventconsulting #eventlogistics #conferenceplanning #corporateevents #corporateeventplanner #corporateeventplanning #businessevents #businessconference #corporatelife #businessprofessionals #eventpros #eventvenue #atlanta #altantaga #atlantagaevents #atlantaevents #atlantacorporateevents #mlmconsulting