Fastlane’s January Networking Event: Wellness

Here are some photos of the event: http://www.flickr.com/photos/cityeventstoronto/sets/72157623132571911/

Why Choose the Allstream Centre for your Next Big Event?

The AllstreamCentre is the latest conference facility to generate buzz and excitement in the city of Toronto.

Since its grand opening in October, the new 160,000 square foot AllstreamCentre conveniently located inside Exhibition Place boasts itself as Canada‘s newest and greenest convention center. Originally built in 1929 as an art deco phoenix known as the AutomotiveBuilding, this spectacular conference center is a reincarnation of its previous edifice after 18 months and $44 million dollars of renovation.

With the remains of the art deco from its previous structure, its sprawling limestone fortresses has reborn the facility into a classy convention centre that has established itself as an attractive spot for special events. What makes this center a hugely popular location for attendees is that it boasts the largest ballroom in the entire city (43,900 square foot), which allows up to 3,000 guests to be comfortably seated. Its 20 meeting rooms can also change into multiple configurations and comfortably accommodate any sized meeting from 50 to 750 people.

Adjacent to the Direct Energy Centre, both buildings together can offer over one million square feet of space if Toronto event planners require more meeting space. The AllstreamCentre by itself also possesses a waterfront view and lays claim to being the first and only conference facility in Canada built to LEED’s environmental silver rating standards. Its environmental features include a white reflective roof, low VOC paints and carpets, and a rainwater system to eliminate city-water to flush toilets. Technology wise, the location uses state of the art LCD touch pads in every conference room, CO and CO2 sensors to regulate air circulation, and iPod docking stations in every conference room.

Above all, the new Allstream Centre now places Toronto in the same class as Chicago and Las Vegas in terms of convention spaces. Not only does this make it a true world class city, but it also sets new standards for others to follow suit.

FastLane’s 1st Patio Networking Event of 2009 @ Marben Restaurant

On July 14th FastLane held its fifth event of 2009 at Marben Restaurant. Guests came out and enjoyed the warm weather while networking with many interesting people from an array of different professions.

A mix of great food, yummy martinis, fresh juice cocktails and a fantastic street side patio all helped put guests at ease and made them ready to have a fun night of mingling with other young professionals.

Once at ease guests met new people, traded tips and made beneficial contacts in a trendy modern atmosphere.

 

Patio Season has arrived, so we took our networking outside! Guests came out to Marben Restaurant on July 14th to enjoy the warm weather out on the patio, while networking with many interesting people of all different professions.

 

Attendees enjoyed a mix of appetizers, martinis, fresh juice cocktails and a fantastic street side patio all helped put guests at ease and made them ready to have a fun night of mingling with other young professionals.

Once at ease guests met new people, traded tips and made beneficial contacts in a trendy modern atmosphere.

 

Don’t miss out on this easy way to expand your network by connecting with other businessmen and women. Since it will be on a patio, you won’t feel the pressure of a work meeting and have to deal with all of the usual formalities. Attendees will feel at ease, as this event will be taking place at a relaxing environment, and won’t find it hard to start up conversations with others.

Join us at Marben Restaurant, located between Spadina & Portland, to enjoy the great weather and meet new people. Marben features a trendy modern atmosphere, great food, and a street-side patio where you can enjoy martinis and fresh juice cocktails.

Cost: $25 in Advance, or $35 at the door. Group rates are also available.

For tickets, please visit: www.gettickets.ca
Remember to purchase your tickets soon, as space is limited.
*Your ticket includes a complementary beverage, hors d’oeuvres and a gift bag.

Location: Marben Restaurant – 488 Wellington St. W. (between Spadina & Portland)
Date: Tuesday, July 14, 2009
Time: 6:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.

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Hosted by: www.torontocityevents.ca and www.GatheringsEventPlanning.com

Here are some photos of the event: http://www.flickr.com/photos/cityeventstoronto

Making an Event Memorable

When planning a memorable event, I often  go back to basics. Events have the same considerations whether it is for 10 people or 10,000 people, whether the purpose is celebrating a 5-year-old’s birthday or a 100-year anniversary of a multinational company. After the basics of who, what, where, and when, it’s the theme and extras that make events memorable for years to come.

Location, Location, Location. Ensure that the venue fits your target and budget. Whether the event is indoors or outdoors ensure the venue fits your needs. Consider using new or unique environments that set the mood and that will attract and entertain your audience. Offering your guests a unique location or new experience can be the first step in creating a memory.

Create a memorable theme or mood to the event. This helps tie in the invitation, food, décor, giveaways, costumes and other elements. For the biggest impression, integrate the theme before, during, and after the event.

Establish the right atmosphere by selecting the right entertainment, activities and décor that are unique and spark fun and excitement and add to the ambiance of the venue. Don’t skimp on necessary party rentals or your event might be unfavourably memorable.  Entertainment can be key at attracting your audience to an event and keeping them there.

For additional information on CityEvents event planning and promotion services, check out www.torontocityevents.ca

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