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Called RSVP 05, the exhibition is a first for Australia and for
two days it will house under one roof some of the most sought
after products and services in the event industry. To top it off
organisers of the exhibition, Single Market Events, plan to make
it a highly interactive show giving visitors a chance to see,
touch, and try out the exhibits. Show manager Timara Kay said
she expects 120 exhibitors covering catering, corporate
hospitality, entertainment, event management, invitations,
corporate gifts, floral designs, lighting and AV, staging,
themeing, venues, beverages, photography and equipment hire.
“We’ve listened to what people want to see, hear and learn
about.” She said Single Market Events is aiming to make RSVP
different to normal trade fairs. “Coming to RSVP will be a
much more interactive and refreshing experience,” Miss Kay said.
“People will be able to come and sample canapés from caterers
they are thinking of using, or see and hear bands they might
want to hire for an event. An exhibition is a great environment
for that to go on.” There will also be seminars covering a
range of topics including a discussion panel called Front Page
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This will feature a vjournalist, publicist and photographer who
will talk about how event holders go about getting media
coverage. “We’re just trying to make it fresh and different to
some of the subjects that everyone’s heard before.”
Another
workshop will centre around styling an event and will include
speakers from a venue, and an interior design company who will
give tips about themeing.
“Sometimes it’s not appropriate to bring in an event manager
because of fees so they’ll talk about simple but effective ways
of styling tables and different looks that can be achieved.” The
exhibition was first launched by Single Market Events in London
four years ago and grew so much since its inception, the company
decided to launch it in Australia.
“It’s the key exhibition for the event industry. We saw an
opportunity to do something here given the fact that the
industry had grown so much in Australia with new suppliers and
ideas. “It’s the sort of industry where people want to be able
to meet with suppliers before they use them – they want that
face-toface contact which an exhibition is great for.” The
Australian exhibition is being held at Wharf 8, on June 1 and 2
while the United Kingdom event is held at Olympia in London on
April 5 to 7.
Sticky
Personalised rock candy made entirely from hand is the yummy
treat supplied by Sticky, the corporate gift company. Unlike
many promotional items, corporate logos and company names
are not just printed onto packaging, but sculpted in three
dimensions into the lolly itself. Building the brand through the
heart of the product these beautiful and delicious sweets are
always a one-off treat. Sticky can take a name and put it,
literally, on the lips of those who count. Branding, promotions,
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literally, on the lips of those who count. Branding, promotions,
events catering and client/customer relationship building is
the perfect excuse to supply a Sticky product and makes for
an effective, powerful and memorable experience. For details
checkout www.sticky.com.au
Angels Dreaming
Previously centered around wedding invitations and themes
Angels Dreaming has expanded into the corporate market,
designing unique and sought after event invitations, gifts, and
concept themes. Themes can include the whole package such
as table decorations down to the name cards, the sweets or
gift boxes, gourmet liqueurs, thank you and RSVP cards and
much more. Co-director of the Sydney-based business Rouba
Alamein says her different designs include three-dimensional
fabric flowers, sequins, beads and floral designs. However the
corporate market is taking more of an interest in leather-bound
stationary. For details visit www.angelsdreaming.com.au
Gieves Valet Parking
Gieves Valet Parking is Sydney’s premier Valet Parking and Event
Traffic Management company, and offers solutions for all event
traffic management needs. Gieves provides qualified staff offering
a wide range of services including concierge, traffic controllers,
valet and point parking attendants. The company’s core objective
is to provide a parking strategy for events at the most unique locations using staff expertise, offering a great finishing
touch. For more information email info@gieves.com.au
Oh de Toilette
Helen Davies has made a business out of supplying sweet smelling
soaps, beautiful towels and bathroom accessories to powder rooms at
events and parties with her company Oh de Toilette. Luxurious toiletries
such as L’Occitane hand creams, fresh flowers and stylish soiled-linen
bins complement prestige hand towels in wire baskets in an Oh de Toilette
kitted washroom. And now they’re compulsory at society events like
David Jones’s fashion launches. For details visit www.ohdetoilette.com.au
Garlands Florist
Since its inception two years ago Garlands has established itself as
one of Sydney’s premier florists. Situated in Sydney’s Darlinghurst
Garlands stocks a wide variety of gifts and potted plants, and is a
visual experience. Luscious greenery, colourful flowers, raw husks
and twines together with geometrical elements make one of Garlands
famous bouquets. Corporate clients are treated to a stunning new
arrangement every week and events are made an affair to remember.
For more information visit www.garlands.net.au
Flavour – Contemporary Drink Culture
This stylish mobile bar is popping up at all the prestigious events
in Sydney after being started by bartender Marco Faraone in
December 2003. Instead of just serving beer, wine and champagne
Mr Faraone decided on a more exquisite drinks menu including up
to seven cocktails. The drinks are tailored to match the finger food
on offer and the bartending is all about the service, Mr Faraone
says. The bar can be shaped to suit any client needs and including
running water, ice and all other facets of a permanent bar. For more
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