My favorite engagement season is here, and it's not the one you're thinking.
As a live event artist, I have experienced events that customers and clients can't get enough of. They *rave* about their experience for weeks after the event and feel a connection to the brand after such intentional planning and execution.
On the other hand, I also see events that don't reach the engagement levels that corporate planners and marketing directors want because they imitate what other brands have done for years. It's nothing new.
Cue Meryl Streep in The Devil Wears Prada...
With (brand) engagement season in full swing, corporate event planners and marketing directors are looking for innovative ways to captivate their audiences and build meaningful connections.
The need for face-to-face personal connections has never been more apparent, especially in a world where screens dominate our interactions.
If you're looking for new ways to engage clients, build brand loyalty, increase sales, and offer an event that is different from everyone else, I'm thrilled to share spring event ideas that put personalization at the forefront 🙌🏼
But first, why are in-person events important in 2024?
According to research, consumers are CRAVING the personal connections:
- 69% of event attendees prefer those that offer a "meaningful, transformative experience"
- 77% of consumers say that interacting with a brand at a live event increases their trust in the brand
- 80% of people prefer in-person events over virtual formats
- 80.4% of event organizers agree that in-person events are their organization’s most impactful marketing channel
The numbers don't lie.
From sports and entertainment, to beauty and fashion, to education and training -- industries are quickly shifting back to face-to-face events to drive customer engagement.
If you're still waiting for a sign for spring events ideas that stand out from the crowd...
In-person events not only drive client engagement but also lead to increased sales and brand loyalty, making them an invaluable tool for businesses.
Now is the perfect time to infuse your spring events with personalized touches that leave a lasting impression.
Sure, florals may not be new for spring.
✨ But a live calligraphy and engraving artist? Truly groundbreaking.
Let's explore some innovative event ideas that incorporate my artistic expertise with your business to drive brand engagement and loyalty:
Girls Night Out 💋
FORE! Host a Golf Tournament ⛳️
Personalization is not only for luxury beauty brands. Sporting events provide endless opportunities to bring people together. Spring weather is the perfect time to be more active outdoors, and golf is a game for all ages and skill levels.
Golf clubs and resorts can host a golf tournament for potential and existing clients. While calligraphy is the technique that allows me to personalize different items, I have a variety of tools to personalize (dare I say) any surface. As players tee off and enjoy a round of golf, a live event artist can personalize golf accessories for players:
- Engraved metal divot repair tools
- Leather embossed yardage books
- Hand engraved tumblers and water bottles
- Calligraphed bag tags
Fun fact: I started playing golf at age 15, and it's now a (competitive) hobby my husband and I enjoy together!
Wine-ing and Dining 🍷
Food is a love language, and incorporating it into events is a great start to winning over clients.
Invite clients and stakeholders to a wine tasting soiree with premium wines paired with gourmet appetizers. Each attendee receives a personalized engraved wine glass to use during the tasting and take home as a keepsake. As they savor the wine and mingle with other guests, they're reminded of the special connection they have with your brand.
Wine glasses (and bottles!) are blank canvases for engraving names, initials, floral illustrations, and more.
Spring Shopping Spree for Boutiques 🛍️
Local boutiques bring together community members who love to shop small. Host a Spring Shopping Spree, where attendees can shop new arrivals and the latest spring styles.
As a special touch, clear purses or makeup pouches can be personalized for guests to take home with a minimum purchase. Cloth, plastic, or leather bags can be personalized with initials, names, or even school pride while shoppers browse the store. The bags are an instant promotion of your boutique's inventory and gives guests a tangible reminder of your event.
This event drives foot traffic to the boutique and creates a sense of exclusivity and appreciation among attendees.
By incorporating personalized touches into your 2024 spring events, you can create meaningful connections with your clients that go beyond the transactional to increase customer engagement in more organic ways.
Whether you're looking for spring event ideas for your corporate team and clients, a wine-and-dine experience for VIP clients, or a night out for exclusive customers, my professional calligraphy and engraving services add a special touch that sets your brand apart and leaves a lasting impression on attendees.
👩🏼💻 More spring event ideas?
This post has been popular and many of you have reached out about specific industries. Live events are in full swing for spring -- something about the sunshine and fresh air makes people want to get together! No matter the industry, service, or product that your brand offers, personalization at live events makes a big difference for guest experiences.
Check out these additional spring event ideas that are sure to create buzz (in the best way) for your brand and promote customer engagement:
🌻 Garden Glamour Picnic
Embrace the beauty of spring with a Garden Glamour Picnic, where guests can enjoy an alfresco dining experience surrounded by blooming flowers and lush greenery. Personalize the event by providing custom picnic baskets filled with gourmet treats, blankets for lounging, and hand-calligraphed place cards to add an elegant touch to each seating arrangement.
🐣 Easter Brunch
Gather friends and family for a festive Easter Brunch featuring seasonal dishes and an Easter egg hunt. Add a personal touch to the occasion with custom Easter egg decorating stations, where guests can dye their own eggs and customize them with their names or designs using paint pens and decorative stickers. A big hit for kids, too!
💖 Mother's Day Social
Celebrate moms in style with a chic Mother's Day Social filled with love and laughter. Personalize this spring event by offering complimentary engraved champagne flutes or coffee mugs for moms and their guests. Blank envelopes and cards are a fun station to write heartfelt messages to their mothers.
🎓 Graduation Celebration
Honor the achievements of graduates with a memorable Graduation Celebration filled with pride and excitement. Personalize the event by creating custom photo backdrops adorned with the graduate's name and graduation year. Offer engraved shot glasses or memorable bottles of spirits that commemorate the special occasion for graduates.
🌮 Food Festival
Ask anyone from the South: food brings people together! Indulge in a culinary adventure at a Food Festival event featuring a diverse array of gourmet delights from local chefs and vendors. Personalize the experience by offering custom-engraved tasting glasses or personalized recipe cards for guests to take home and recreate their favorite dishes.
🎵 Music Madness & Concerts
Live music with friends makes a night to remember. Immerse yourself in the rhythm of spring with a music festival full of local artists and musical talent. Offer custom clear bag personalization for guests to use at the concert! Clear bags are required at many venues, and you can personalize them with paint pens.
Want more information about engraving and calligraphy at your event?
Let's spring into action and elevate your brand's customer engagement (and sales!) with the power of live event personalization this season. Get started today!
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Macie is a professional calligrapher and engraver specializing in live event personalization. She works with both brands and brides to provide more than just a service--it's an experience for any event. Serving clients from Atlanta to Savannah, she loves all things southern hospitality and connecting with clients in all industries.