The blend of elegant style, rural tranquility and exceptional facilities makes Woodland Grange an outstanding environment for conferences, meetings and training events alike. Whether you need to host a meeting for six, a full-scale presentation for 200 people, a team building exercise or a training course, Woodland Grange provides the facilities to offer you the perfect solution, with 13 conference/training suites, all with the latest hi-specification equipment backed up by specialist on-site technical support, and 13 dedicated breakout rooms.
Woodland Grange Conference Centre Leamington Spa - www.CCEOnline.co.uk
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Wednesday, 23 June 2010
Fabulous midsummer offers from the UK's finest conference centres and training venues
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Tuesday, 22 June 2010
Prospero House signs up with Conference Centres of Excellence
Another prominent city centre venue has become the latest member of Conference Centres of Excellence, the UK’s leading consortium of specialist conference venues. It is Prospero House, situated on London’s South Bank close to London Bridge.
Prospero House has a total of 23 training, meeting and conference rooms, located on three floors. It recently introduced a new ‘Illuminate’ event space which, by providing technological links between two of its main ground floor suites, provides a conference capacity of 550. The venue offers high specification AV equipment and sophisticated ambient lighting systems.
It is part of the successful etc venues group and becomes the second venue from the group to join Conference Centres of Excellence: the first was the award-winning Maple House in Birmingham, which became part of the consortium in summer last year. “A venue can only become part of Conference Centres of Excellence if it demonstrates consistently high standards of quality across every part of its operation,” commented Iain Dix, Venue Manager at Prospero House: “It is a fiercely policed philosophy, and we are delighted to have demonstrated that we share those sector-leading standards.”
Prospero House is the latest example of the consortium’s determination to broaden the choice it offers to event organisers through a combination of residential and non-residential venues in a range of locations. Over the past year, it has prioritised increasing representation in major towns and cities: as well as Prospero House and Maple House, new members in that period include the Pitt Building in Cambridge, Weetwood Hall in Leeds, and two further London venues, Broadway House and 76 Portland Place.
“Prospero House is a highly impressive and extremely professional venue in every respect,” said Anthony Lishman, the consortium’s Executive Director: “It gives us even more to offer to those customers seeking prestigious venues in the heart of major business areas, that are close to public transport links.”
Conference Centres of Excellence provides a free, focused venue-finding service for corporate clients and agencies, providing single-source guidance on facilities, availability and rates for each member venue. Called Hotline, it can be contacted on 0845 230 1414, email info@cceonline.co.uk . The consortium’s website www.cceonline.co.uk includes extensive information on all members.
Prospero House signs up with Conference Centres of Excellence
Prospero House has a total of 23 training, meeting and conference rooms, located on three floors. It recently introduced a new ‘Illuminate’ event space which, by providing technological links between two of its main ground floor suites, provides a conference capacity of 550. The venue offers high specification AV equipment and sophisticated ambient lighting systems.
It is part of the successful etc venues group and becomes the second venue from the group to join Conference Centres of Excellence: the first was the award-winning Maple House in Birmingham, which became part of the consortium in summer last year. “A venue can only become part of Conference Centres of Excellence if it demonstrates consistently high standards of quality across every part of its operation,” commented Iain Dix, Venue Manager at Prospero House: “It is a fiercely policed philosophy, and we are delighted to have demonstrated that we share those sector-leading standards.”
Prospero House is the latest example of the consortium’s determination to broaden the choice it offers to event organisers through a combination of residential and non-residential venues in a range of locations. Over the past year, it has prioritised increasing representation in major towns and cities: as well as Prospero House and Maple House, new members in that period include the Pitt Building in Cambridge, Weetwood Hall in Leeds, and two further London venues, Broadway House and 76 Portland Place.
“Prospero House is a highly impressive and extremely professional venue in every respect,” said Anthony Lishman, the consortium’s Executive Director: “It gives us even more to offer to those customers seeking prestigious venues in the heart of major business areas, that are close to public transport links.”
Conference Centres of Excellence provides a free, focused venue-finding service for corporate clients and agencies, providing single-source guidance on facilities, availability and rates for each member venue. Called Hotline, it can be contacted on 0845 230 1414, email info@cceonline.co.uk . The consortium’s website www.cceonline.co.uk includes extensive information on all members.
Prospero House signs up with Conference Centres of Excellence
Latest offer from Cotswold Conference Centre, Midlands
A special tweet for you…. !
Here at Cotswold Conference Centre you not only benefit from the best training facilities in the Midlands and award-winning customer service, but your delegates can enjoy over 300 acres of Cotswold countryside, fabulous menus using local sourced produce and locally brewed real ale (try our very own “Ewe Nutter”).
For every 10 paying delegates taking advantage of our introductory meetings package in July/August we will ‘Rent a Nest’ with Worcestershire Wildlife Trust to help the birds that live and breed in woodland reserves throughout Worcestershire.
For every 20 paying residential delegates travelling by public transport on the day of your event we will give one free delegate place at your next event.
We’ll also post updates on who's resting in your nest onto our online Nature Diary – see the latest updates at www.NatureDiary.co.uk
For more details ring 0845 230 1414 or email info@cceonline.co.uk.
Cotswold Conference Centre, Midlands - Conference Centres of Excellence
Here at Cotswold Conference Centre you not only benefit from the best training facilities in the Midlands and award-winning customer service, but your delegates can enjoy over 300 acres of Cotswold countryside, fabulous menus using local sourced produce and locally brewed real ale (try our very own “Ewe Nutter”).
For every 10 paying delegates taking advantage of our introductory meetings package in July/August we will ‘Rent a Nest’ with Worcestershire Wildlife Trust to help the birds that live and breed in woodland reserves throughout Worcestershire.
For every 20 paying residential delegates travelling by public transport on the day of your event we will give one free delegate place at your next event.
We’ll also post updates on who's resting in your nest onto our online Nature Diary – see the latest updates at www.NatureDiary.co.uk
For more details ring 0845 230 1414 or email info@cceonline.co.uk.
Cotswold Conference Centre, Midlands - Conference Centres of Excellence
Friday, 18 June 2010
IMPROVEMENTS costing £250,000 have been completed at Wyboston Lakes, Waterfront Conference Centre
IMPROVEMENTS costing £250,000 have been completed at Wyboston Lakes, the UK’s largest privately owned single-site training and conference venue near St Neots.
The latest developments relate to the relaxation and leisure facilities on the venue’s 350 acre site and focus on its Waterfront Conference Centre.
The improvements to the leisure facilities will also be available to people who use the other conference venues, the Robinson Executive Conference Centre and the Willows Training Centre.
The Brasserie’s kitchen area has had £75,000 spent on it, including a range of new appliances and a new extraction system. The restaurant and bar areas have been re-decorated, with improvements to seating and new signage, together with outside lighting to enhance views over the site’s south lake.
After an investment of £110,000, a new 120-space car park has been opened outside the Waterfront Centre and its adjacent 18-hole golf course.
The golf course itself has been enhanced, with a total of £25,000 spent on planting trees and enhancing tee areas. Golfing facilities at Wyboston Lakes include a floodlit driving range and on-site professional support.
The latest enhancements follow the recent relaunch of the Paris Suite, one of the Waterfront Conference Centre’s main conference and banqueting suites, after a £40,000 programme of improvements.
Waterfront Conference Centre, Bedfordshire - Conference Centres of Excellence
The latest developments relate to the relaxation and leisure facilities on the venue’s 350 acre site and focus on its Waterfront Conference Centre.
The improvements to the leisure facilities will also be available to people who use the other conference venues, the Robinson Executive Conference Centre and the Willows Training Centre.
The Brasserie’s kitchen area has had £75,000 spent on it, including a range of new appliances and a new extraction system. The restaurant and bar areas have been re-decorated, with improvements to seating and new signage, together with outside lighting to enhance views over the site’s south lake.
After an investment of £110,000, a new 120-space car park has been opened outside the Waterfront Centre and its adjacent 18-hole golf course.
The golf course itself has been enhanced, with a total of £25,000 spent on planting trees and enhancing tee areas. Golfing facilities at Wyboston Lakes include a floodlit driving range and on-site professional support.
The latest enhancements follow the recent relaunch of the Paris Suite, one of the Waterfront Conference Centre’s main conference and banqueting suites, after a £40,000 programme of improvements.
Waterfront Conference Centre, Bedfordshire - Conference Centres of Excellence
Thursday, 17 June 2010
Venue of the Week: Waterfront Conference Centre benefits from latest £250,000 investment at Wyboston Lakes myvenues.co.uk
Further significant enhancements to facilities at Wyboston Lakes have been completed, focusing primarily on its Waterfront Conference Centre. This means that in the first five months of the year, Wyboston Lakes – the UK's largest privately owned single site training and conference venue – has completed a range of improvements involving an investment of £250,000.
The latest developments relate to the relaxation and leisure facilities on the venue’s 350 acre site between Cambridge and Bedford. Although they focus on the Waterfront Conference Centre and its surrounding areas, as improvements to leisure facilities they are also relevant to users of its other conference venues, the Robinson Executive Conference Centre and the Willows Training Centre.
The latest developments relate to the relaxation and leisure facilities on the venue’s 350 acre site between Cambridge and Bedford. Although they focus on the Waterfront Conference Centre and its surrounding areas, as improvements to leisure facilities they are also relevant to users of its other conference venues, the Robinson Executive Conference Centre and the Willows Training Centre.
award winner imago at Burleigh Court introduces new Sports Accounts Development Manager
Multi-award winner imago, has introduced James Smith as its specialist Sports Accounts Development Manager for meetings and events.
James has been seconded to imago after working for Loughborough University as Commercial Events Coordinator at the campus’ Sports Development Centre. Towards the end of 2009 imago diversified into new areas of business in reaction to a slower market for weekend conferences. Building on the extensive and already established reputation of Loughborough University, the sports sector became a main area of focus. It was therefore crucial for imago to have a member of its team with specialist sports knowledge, because of the new direction of the brand. As a result, James’ role was restructured and the conferencing and events side of the business was moved solely into the professional hands of imago, where a new position opened up for James as Sports Accounts Development Manager for meetings and events.
This change in role was seamless, as James explains: “The restructure cleanly removed the ‘middle man’ in the events process, making booking a meeting or conference through Loughborough University more straightforward and far smoother for customers. All conferences, meetings and events enquiries are now directed straight to one dedicated sales team, ensuring that every customer has the same experience no matter what the event or arena.” He adds: “The team at imago was well established and it was only natural to centralise all of imago’s accounts under one roof to ensure its approach was more streamlined and all customers received the same packages, experiences, and quality level of service.
“Whether based at an academic venue or not, the value of imago is that we are a dedicated conference and meeting venue that is able to offer truly specialist facilities, dedicated and professionally trained staff and the expertise required to cater for every event, whatever the theme or size. This offering is only strengthened by the sporting reputation of Loughborough University. We are in a unique position as a business based on a campus which has such well respected links to the sporting world to diversify into a market which is still holding strong in the recession. Through a joint approach, the sporting facilities have been a fantastic compliment to the range of services we offer as a conference and meetings centre.
“As part of my role I have set up a number of relevant policies and procedures specific to sports, to ensure any meeting booking is a slick process. I am currently working hard to meet and develop relationships with existing customers as well as pinpoint new opportunities. imago is unique in that it boasts a conferencing and events arm that is capable of specialising in sports so heavily, all of which is helped by our connection to Loughborough University and the amount of events and meetings they hold. “The recent opening of Loughborough Universities SportPark in January 2010, which is home to many of the country’s top sports governing bodies, national sports organisations and charities, has meant that approximately 60% of all the meetings I coordinate are generated on campus.
“It is undeniable that Loughborough University has an amazing reputation and is known first and foremost for its sport, all of which help to make imago a truly sellable product in the sports meetings arena.”
imago has taken a joint approach to the sports sector, teaming up with the University for mutual benefit. In 2011, imago will be hosting Europe’s largest corporate multi-sports festival (the UK Corporate Games), combing its four star accommodation and meeting venue with the world class sports pitches and facilities at the University. With leading names in the alumni such as Sebastian Coe and Paula Radcliffe as well as teams such as the England Rugby Team it has also held high profile events such as East Midlands Sports Personality of the Year in 2009, whilst it is now preparing for perhaps its highest accolade yet, becoming the host of the Japanese 2012 Olympics team and becoming the official preparation camp of team GB.
imago at Burleigh Court International Conference Centre, Leicestershire
James has been seconded to imago after working for Loughborough University as Commercial Events Coordinator at the campus’ Sports Development Centre. Towards the end of 2009 imago diversified into new areas of business in reaction to a slower market for weekend conferences. Building on the extensive and already established reputation of Loughborough University, the sports sector became a main area of focus. It was therefore crucial for imago to have a member of its team with specialist sports knowledge, because of the new direction of the brand. As a result, James’ role was restructured and the conferencing and events side of the business was moved solely into the professional hands of imago, where a new position opened up for James as Sports Accounts Development Manager for meetings and events.
This change in role was seamless, as James explains: “The restructure cleanly removed the ‘middle man’ in the events process, making booking a meeting or conference through Loughborough University more straightforward and far smoother for customers. All conferences, meetings and events enquiries are now directed straight to one dedicated sales team, ensuring that every customer has the same experience no matter what the event or arena.” He adds: “The team at imago was well established and it was only natural to centralise all of imago’s accounts under one roof to ensure its approach was more streamlined and all customers received the same packages, experiences, and quality level of service.
“Whether based at an academic venue or not, the value of imago is that we are a dedicated conference and meeting venue that is able to offer truly specialist facilities, dedicated and professionally trained staff and the expertise required to cater for every event, whatever the theme or size. This offering is only strengthened by the sporting reputation of Loughborough University. We are in a unique position as a business based on a campus which has such well respected links to the sporting world to diversify into a market which is still holding strong in the recession. Through a joint approach, the sporting facilities have been a fantastic compliment to the range of services we offer as a conference and meetings centre.
“As part of my role I have set up a number of relevant policies and procedures specific to sports, to ensure any meeting booking is a slick process. I am currently working hard to meet and develop relationships with existing customers as well as pinpoint new opportunities. imago is unique in that it boasts a conferencing and events arm that is capable of specialising in sports so heavily, all of which is helped by our connection to Loughborough University and the amount of events and meetings they hold. “The recent opening of Loughborough Universities SportPark in January 2010, which is home to many of the country’s top sports governing bodies, national sports organisations and charities, has meant that approximately 60% of all the meetings I coordinate are generated on campus.
“It is undeniable that Loughborough University has an amazing reputation and is known first and foremost for its sport, all of which help to make imago a truly sellable product in the sports meetings arena.”
imago has taken a joint approach to the sports sector, teaming up with the University for mutual benefit. In 2011, imago will be hosting Europe’s largest corporate multi-sports festival (the UK Corporate Games), combing its four star accommodation and meeting venue with the world class sports pitches and facilities at the University. With leading names in the alumni such as Sebastian Coe and Paula Radcliffe as well as teams such as the England Rugby Team it has also held high profile events such as East Midlands Sports Personality of the Year in 2009, whilst it is now preparing for perhaps its highest accolade yet, becoming the host of the Japanese 2012 Olympics team and becoming the official preparation camp of team GB.
imago at Burleigh Court International Conference Centre, Leicestershire
World of Learning 2010 conference programme now live - save up to 40% !
The World of Learning 2010 conference programme is live at http://www.learnevents.com/world-of-learning-conference-programme-2010.php .
Book by 28 June 2010 to receive up to 40% discount*!
The programme features case studies including Santander, Cable&Wireless Worldwide, EDF Energy, National Grid, Zurich, Priory Group, Radisson Edwardian Hotels, BBC, McDonald's, Corporation of Lloyd's and TUI Travel.
Key issues addressed include ensuring L&D remains a priority through proving the business case, L&D's role in change, talent management and employee engagement, delivering effective online learning, developing your line managers as facilitators of L&D and leadership development.
Plus every two-day delegate will receive a FREE Toshiba ultra-compact HD camcorder*!
View the full conference programme at http://www.learnevents.com/world-of-learning-conference-programme-2010.php .
To book visit http://www.learnevents.com/book-now.php or call the hotline on +44 (0)20 8394 5171.
(*Terms & conditions apply; see www.learnevents.com for details)
Book by 28 June 2010 to receive up to 40% discount*!
The programme features case studies including Santander, Cable&Wireless Worldwide, EDF Energy, National Grid, Zurich, Priory Group, Radisson Edwardian Hotels, BBC, McDonald's, Corporation of Lloyd's and TUI Travel.
Key issues addressed include ensuring L&D remains a priority through proving the business case, L&D's role in change, talent management and employee engagement, delivering effective online learning, developing your line managers as facilitators of L&D and leadership development.
Plus every two-day delegate will receive a FREE Toshiba ultra-compact HD camcorder*!
View the full conference programme at http://www.learnevents.com/world-of-learning-conference-programme-2010.php .
To book visit http://www.learnevents.com/book-now.php or call the hotline on +44 (0)20 8394 5171.
(*Terms & conditions apply; see www.learnevents.com for details)
East Midlands Business to Business Exhibition 2010
When
Tue 28 September 2010
10am - 7 pm
Details
The East Midlands Business to Business Exhibition 2010 takes place in the East Midlands Conference Centre on 28th September 2010. It will be the largest event of its kind in the region. Full details are available at www.be-uk.co.uk
Venue
East Midlands Conference Centre
University Park
Nottingham
NG7 2RJ
East Midlands Conference Centre, Nottingham - Conference Centres of Excellence
Tue 28 September 2010
10am - 7 pm
Details
The East Midlands Business to Business Exhibition 2010 takes place in the East Midlands Conference Centre on 28th September 2010. It will be the largest event of its kind in the region. Full details are available at www.be-uk.co.uk
Venue
East Midlands Conference Centre
University Park
Nottingham
NG7 2RJ
East Midlands Conference Centre, Nottingham - Conference Centres of Excellence
Hunt is on to discover the technology tycoons of tomorrow - The Moller Centre
The hunt is on to find the next generation of technology tycoons as ‘Discovering Start-Ups 2010’ – a brand new competition and support programme – launches across the East of England today.
Cambridge Wireless has joined forces with the East of England Development Agency (EEDA) to offer local technology start-up businesses the opportunity to win cash prizes in a competition to find the best new wireless technologies. The competition runs across five categories of wireless technology:
• Green radio – wireless technologies that address environmental concerns
• Hot applications and services – for software developers/service providers
• Health and wellness – using wireless technology solutions to solve health-related issues
• Technology design – for those with a new take on technology, and;
• Emerging disruptive ideas – for the best ideas that might come out of research and development (R&D).
Closing for entries on 29 October, the competition will be judged by leading industry figures and winners will be announced at the Cambridge Wireless Founders’ Awards dinner on Thursday 9 December at Newnham College, Cambridge.
Alongside the competition, Cambridge Wireless will provide a series of ‘masterclasses’ to help technology-focused start-ups – wireless or otherwise – to address common issues when starting and growing their business. The launch event, ‘Show us the money’ will be hosted on Tuesday 13 July 2010 at the Møller Centre, Cambridge, and will provide top tips on securing critical early-stage investment. The event starts at 12:00pm.
Further masterclasses will be hosted across the East of England, as the Discovering Start-Ups programme seeks to promote, celebrate and encourage technology entrepreneurship across the region.
The Moller Centre, Cambridge - Conference Centres of Excellence
Cambridge Wireless has joined forces with the East of England Development Agency (EEDA) to offer local technology start-up businesses the opportunity to win cash prizes in a competition to find the best new wireless technologies. The competition runs across five categories of wireless technology:
• Green radio – wireless technologies that address environmental concerns
• Hot applications and services – for software developers/service providers
• Health and wellness – using wireless technology solutions to solve health-related issues
• Technology design – for those with a new take on technology, and;
• Emerging disruptive ideas – for the best ideas that might come out of research and development (R&D).
Closing for entries on 29 October, the competition will be judged by leading industry figures and winners will be announced at the Cambridge Wireless Founders’ Awards dinner on Thursday 9 December at Newnham College, Cambridge.
Alongside the competition, Cambridge Wireless will provide a series of ‘masterclasses’ to help technology-focused start-ups – wireless or otherwise – to address common issues when starting and growing their business. The launch event, ‘Show us the money’ will be hosted on Tuesday 13 July 2010 at the Møller Centre, Cambridge, and will provide top tips on securing critical early-stage investment. The event starts at 12:00pm.
Further masterclasses will be hosted across the East of England, as the Discovering Start-Ups programme seeks to promote, celebrate and encourage technology entrepreneurship across the region.
The Moller Centre, Cambridge - Conference Centres of Excellence
The Beardmore - winners in the Scottish Hotel Awards 2010
The Beardmore Hotel & Conference Centre was delighted to win 3 awards at the Scottish Hotel Awards 2010 :-
Business Hotel of the Year
Rising Star Sommelier of the Year – Richard Adams
Rising Star Management Commendation - Sasha Paton
Business Hotel of the Year
Rising Star Sommelier of the Year – Richard Adams
Rising Star Management Commendation - Sasha Paton
Tuesday, 15 June 2010
Archery Team Building, Lane End Conference Centre
We are proud to offer Archery Team Building as a team building solution in the extensive grounds at Lane End Conference Centre. We are working with a specialist supplier to ensure that this team building event leaves nothing to be desired.
Your archery team building at Lane End can be designed as an internal tournament with various targets throughout the site, or a non-competitive ice breaker. Whatever you decide your guests are guaranteed to have a fun filled yet challanging experience. No archery experience is required and every attendee will be given a full induction, safety briefing and ongoing assistance and support throughout the event.
For more details call 0845 230 1414 or enquiry via our website info@cceonline.co.uk
Lane End Conference Centre, High Wycombe - Conference Centres of Excellence
Your archery team building at Lane End can be designed as an internal tournament with various targets throughout the site, or a non-competitive ice breaker. Whatever you decide your guests are guaranteed to have a fun filled yet challanging experience. No archery experience is required and every attendee will be given a full induction, safety briefing and ongoing assistance and support throughout the event.
For more details call 0845 230 1414 or enquiry via our website info@cceonline.co.uk
Lane End Conference Centre, High Wycombe - Conference Centres of Excellence
Meetings must be redesigned to align with the way that young people’s brains now work
Meetings must be redesigned to align with the way that young people’s brains now work, according to Andrea Sullivan, president of BrainStrength Systems. Her comments form part of a new white paper published by The International Association of Conference Centers (IACC).
The IACC white paper can be downloaded here: http://www.iacconline.org/content/files/2010ThoughtLeaderSummit.pdf
The IACC white paper can be downloaded here: http://www.iacconline.org/content/files/2010ThoughtLeaderSummit.pdf
Monday, 14 June 2010
The Pitt Building, Outstanding Conference Centre and Business Facilities in the East of England
The Pitt Building is located in the heart of the historic city centre of Cambridge. Less than an hour by train from central London, the building is well placed for exploring the popular city centre attractions of Cambridge and offers immediate access to numerous hotels and restaurants.
An historical building of architectural interest, the Pitt Building is steeped in Cambridge's publishing and academic history. Owned and operated by Cambridge University Press the building has been extensively and purposefully renovated to the highest modern standards to offer dedicated professional meeting and training facilities for between 2 and 250 people.
CONVENIENTLY CENTRAL LOCATION, IMMEDIATE ACCESS TO NUMEROUS HOTELS, RESTAURANTS & CITY CENTRE ATTRACTIONS, ALL ROOMS FULLY CLIMATE CONTROLLED
The Pitt Building, Cambridge - Conference Centres of Excellence
An historical building of architectural interest, the Pitt Building is steeped in Cambridge's publishing and academic history. Owned and operated by Cambridge University Press the building has been extensively and purposefully renovated to the highest modern standards to offer dedicated professional meeting and training facilities for between 2 and 250 people.
CONVENIENTLY CENTRAL LOCATION, IMMEDIATE ACCESS TO NUMEROUS HOTELS, RESTAURANTS & CITY CENTRE ATTRACTIONS, ALL ROOMS FULLY CLIMATE CONTROLLED
The Pitt Building, Cambridge - Conference Centres of Excellence
Warwick Conferences invest in talent…
Warwick Conferences, has appointed a host of new and local talent to compliment its already successful sales and events teams.
Two new sales managers have been recruited. Lorna Davison joins in a full time role, alongside Chris Jones who joins as part-time. Lorna, who once worked as a chef at Claridges, comes to Warwick Conferences following seven years at Stoneleigh Park as events manager.
Chris returns to the industry after a five year break. Having worked at leading business travel agency Carlson Wagonlit in London, Chris also brings with her a wealth of experience within the events industry.
Chris comments: “It’s great to get back into the events industry. With my new role I’m certainly keen to utilise my existing customer service skills in this dynamic market. Warwick Conferences poses a new, but exciting challenge.”
Joining the business development team as sales researcher is, Krithi Bhandari. Krithi’s role is to support the team in maintaining relationships with Warwick’s new and existing customers. Having studied Communications and PR at Sheffield University, she has a keen understanding of relationship building and effective communication.
Lastly, Kerry Steward, has been appointed as event manager for the Conference Park. Kerry has held previous positions in both sales and events at several luxury hotel chains and brings with her a wealth of experience within the hospitality industry. Not all of Kerry’s past positions have been within hospitality - during four years living in Australia, Kerry once worked at a kangaroo sanctuary.
Kerry Steward, event manager at Warwick Conferences said: “I was attracted to the position at Warwick Conferences because of the challenge its presents of adapting my experience within the luxury hotel market to such a large and diverse selection of facilities.”
Radcliffe Training and Conference Centre, Coventry
Two new sales managers have been recruited. Lorna Davison joins in a full time role, alongside Chris Jones who joins as part-time. Lorna, who once worked as a chef at Claridges, comes to Warwick Conferences following seven years at Stoneleigh Park as events manager.
Chris returns to the industry after a five year break. Having worked at leading business travel agency Carlson Wagonlit in London, Chris also brings with her a wealth of experience within the events industry.
Chris comments: “It’s great to get back into the events industry. With my new role I’m certainly keen to utilise my existing customer service skills in this dynamic market. Warwick Conferences poses a new, but exciting challenge.”
Joining the business development team as sales researcher is, Krithi Bhandari. Krithi’s role is to support the team in maintaining relationships with Warwick’s new and existing customers. Having studied Communications and PR at Sheffield University, she has a keen understanding of relationship building and effective communication.
Lastly, Kerry Steward, has been appointed as event manager for the Conference Park. Kerry has held previous positions in both sales and events at several luxury hotel chains and brings with her a wealth of experience within the hospitality industry. Not all of Kerry’s past positions have been within hospitality - during four years living in Australia, Kerry once worked at a kangaroo sanctuary.
Kerry Steward, event manager at Warwick Conferences said: “I was attracted to the position at Warwick Conferences because of the challenge its presents of adapting my experience within the luxury hotel market to such a large and diverse selection of facilities.”
Radcliffe Training and Conference Centre, Coventry
Special summer offers from Ashorne Hill, Leamington Spa, Warwickshire - Conference Centre Midlands
19th - 30th July 2010 - 24hr rate £120 + VAT
Day Delegate Rate £32 + VAT
July Afternoon tea* Available fron 2.30pm in the Great Hall and Concourse Areas
2nd - 31st August 2010 - 24hr rate £120 + VAT
Day Delegate Rate £32 + VAT
August 'Have an Ice Break' Available at 3.00pm in the Great Hall and Concourse Areas*
1st - 3rd September 2010 - 24hr rate £120 + VAT
Day Delegate Rate £32 + VAT
September 'Boost Your Brain Power'* - Delivered to your meeting room
*Complimentary Offer Subject to availability
To book now call on 0845 230 1414 or email info@cceonline.co.uk . This offer does not apply to existing bookings
Ashorne Hill, Leamington Spa, Warwickshire - Conference Centre Midlands
Day Delegate Rate £32 + VAT
July Afternoon tea* Available fron 2.30pm in the Great Hall and Concourse Areas
2nd - 31st August 2010 - 24hr rate £120 + VAT
Day Delegate Rate £32 + VAT
August 'Have an Ice Break' Available at 3.00pm in the Great Hall and Concourse Areas*
1st - 3rd September 2010 - 24hr rate £120 + VAT
Day Delegate Rate £32 + VAT
September 'Boost Your Brain Power'* - Delivered to your meeting room
*Complimentary Offer Subject to availability
To book now call on 0845 230 1414 or email info@cceonline.co.uk . This offer does not apply to existing bookings
Ashorne Hill, Leamington Spa, Warwickshire - Conference Centre Midlands
Conference Centres of Excellence - Conference and Training Events Diary
Forthcoming conference events and training exhibitions -
Conference Centres of Excellence - Events Diary
Conference Centres of Excellence - Events Diary
Industry leading names confirmed for World of Learning Conference 2010
The full conference programme is available at www.learnevents.com. Early booking is recommended to avoid disappointment and make the most of the early booking discounts and delegate benefits on offer in the run up to the event. These include a Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Certificate of Attendance and a Toshiba Ultra-Compact HD Camcorder, as well as access to LM Matters’ 50 Lessons and Harvard ManageMentor.
“This is an industry that is constantly evolving and has a major role to play in the economic recovery both within commercial organisations and the public sector,” commented Alison Church, Senior Conference & Marketing Manager at Venture Marketing Group, organisers of the World of Learning Conference & Exhibition.
“This year’s event has an impressive line-up of speakers who are each experts in their field and will provide delegates with practical, logical and thoughtful insight into the realities of L&D professionals and their challenges – and solutions available to them.”
The World of Learning Conference is held in conjunction with the World of Learning Exhibition, which features more than 100 of the local and international market’s most reputable companies who will be on-hand to provide industry members with the latest L&D advice, strategies, solutions, technologies and courses.
All aspects of the World of Learning Exhibition are designed to enhance the skills of learning and development professionals and equip them to deal with the challenges of today’s business environment. A host of free features will take place throughout the two-day exhibition, including an extended free seminar programme, interactive workshops, Experiential Learning Zone, the Professional Development Zone, Social Media Zone, skills workshops, product demonstrations, Workplace Wellness Zone and the Business & Networking Lounge.
The World of Learning Conference & Exhibition is held in association with the British Institute for Learning & Development and is supported by the following associations and industry titles: Personnel Today, HR Magazine, Training Journal, TrainingZone.co.uk, the Chartered Management Institute, eLearning Network, the European Institute for e-Learning, Towards Maturity, PersonnelZone.com and Learning Magazine; with Government Business and Government Technology as public sector media supporters. The World of Learning Conference is a CPD-certified event.
To register your interest in attending the World of Learning 2010, and for more details about the event, visit www.learnevents.com.
“This is an industry that is constantly evolving and has a major role to play in the economic recovery both within commercial organisations and the public sector,” commented Alison Church, Senior Conference & Marketing Manager at Venture Marketing Group, organisers of the World of Learning Conference & Exhibition.
“This year’s event has an impressive line-up of speakers who are each experts in their field and will provide delegates with practical, logical and thoughtful insight into the realities of L&D professionals and their challenges – and solutions available to them.”
The World of Learning Conference is held in conjunction with the World of Learning Exhibition, which features more than 100 of the local and international market’s most reputable companies who will be on-hand to provide industry members with the latest L&D advice, strategies, solutions, technologies and courses.
All aspects of the World of Learning Exhibition are designed to enhance the skills of learning and development professionals and equip them to deal with the challenges of today’s business environment. A host of free features will take place throughout the two-day exhibition, including an extended free seminar programme, interactive workshops, Experiential Learning Zone, the Professional Development Zone, Social Media Zone, skills workshops, product demonstrations, Workplace Wellness Zone and the Business & Networking Lounge.
The World of Learning Conference & Exhibition is held in association with the British Institute for Learning & Development and is supported by the following associations and industry titles: Personnel Today, HR Magazine, Training Journal, TrainingZone.co.uk, the Chartered Management Institute, eLearning Network, the European Institute for e-Learning, Towards Maturity, PersonnelZone.com and Learning Magazine; with Government Business and Government Technology as public sector media supporters. The World of Learning Conference is a CPD-certified event.
To register your interest in attending the World of Learning 2010, and for more details about the event, visit www.learnevents.com.
BVEP to launch events manifesto on 15 June
The Business Visits & Events Partnership (BVEP) will launch its Meetings & Events Manifesto for Britain at De Vere Venues' Holborn Bars property in London on 15 June.
Venue ICC Excel London, which launches on 24 June, has been announced as the official sponsor of the 12-page document.
The manifesto, created by a dedicated Government Affairs Group within BVEP, will be sent to all MPs, key ministers and officials.
The document was created after consultation with major UK industry trade associations and professional bodies, BVEP stated.
It will set out ten reasons why meetings and events are important to Britain, key features on all sectors of the industry, and will crystallize its objective, to make Britain the natural destination choice and an international hub for all sectors of the events industry.
The document will be presented again at the House of Commons on 20 October, during National Meetings Week, where all new MPs are being invited to attend a reception and presentation on the sector.
BVEP members include:
· Association of British Professional Conference Organisers
· Association for Conferences and Events
· Association for Events Management Education
· Conference Centres of Excellence
· Department for Culture, Media & Sport
· Eventia
· Events Industry Alliance
· Events Industry Forum
· Hotel Booking Agents Association
· International Congress &a Convention Association
· International Special Events Society
· Meet England
· Meetings Industry Association
· Meeting Professionals International
· National Outdoors Events Association
· Northern Ireland Tourist Board
· Site Global
· UK Inbound
· UK Trade & Investment
· Visit Britain
· Visit London
· Visit Scotland
· Visit Wales
Venue ICC Excel London, which launches on 24 June, has been announced as the official sponsor of the 12-page document.
The manifesto, created by a dedicated Government Affairs Group within BVEP, will be sent to all MPs, key ministers and officials.
The document was created after consultation with major UK industry trade associations and professional bodies, BVEP stated.
It will set out ten reasons why meetings and events are important to Britain, key features on all sectors of the industry, and will crystallize its objective, to make Britain the natural destination choice and an international hub for all sectors of the events industry.
The document will be presented again at the House of Commons on 20 October, during National Meetings Week, where all new MPs are being invited to attend a reception and presentation on the sector.
BVEP members include:
· Association of British Professional Conference Organisers
· Association for Conferences and Events
· Association for Events Management Education
· Conference Centres of Excellence
· Department for Culture, Media & Sport
· Eventia
· Events Industry Alliance
· Events Industry Forum
· Hotel Booking Agents Association
· International Congress &a Convention Association
· International Special Events Society
· Meet England
· Meetings Industry Association
· Meeting Professionals International
· National Outdoors Events Association
· Northern Ireland Tourist Board
· Site Global
· UK Inbound
· UK Trade & Investment
· Visit Britain
· Visit London
· Visit Scotland
· Visit Wales
Warwick Conferences achieve international green star award
Warwick Conferences has been awarded the internationally recognised IACC (International Association of Conference Centers) Green Star accreditation for its environmental policy.
Awarded silver status, Warwick Conferences demonstrated its support of IACC’s code of sustainability, which strives for a more sustainable and environmentally responsible conferencing industry.
For IACC members to achieve silver status they are required to adhere to 75% of 55 rigorous environmental tenets, as outlined in IACC’s code of sustainability. The tenets include water conversation, energy management, air quality and food and beverage etc.
Andrew Taylor, food and beverage manager at Radcliffe training and conference centre, Warwick Conferences comments: “Achieving silver status is fantastic news. However, we want to prove that we’re the market leader when it comes to environmental policy, so our next goal is gold, if not platinum. Our customers are extremely aware of environmental issues, so they expect it to be embedded in our ethos and daily practices.
“Whilst we’ve made a great start at Warwick, for example having invested seriously into an extensive recycling programme and putting incentives in place to encourage staff to cycle to work, there are still improvements to be made. One of our biggest projects this year is to work on the more effective use of energy and water, tracking our energy consumption and evaluating where wastage can be reduced.
“We’re continuously looking to build on our good work so far - the IACC Green Star Award is just the first in a number of green accreditations we hope to achieve over the next 12 months.”
Scoring 80% in its last assessment Warwick Conferences hopes to increase its score to 85% to achieve gold status next year. So far the venue has already heavily invested in its environmental policy for the next five years with plans for improved roof insulation, installation of further energy efficient lighting and sensor activated lighting, and plans to invest in plumbed water coolers for 2011
Scarman Training and Conference Centre, Coventry - Conference Centres of Excellence
Awarded silver status, Warwick Conferences demonstrated its support of IACC’s code of sustainability, which strives for a more sustainable and environmentally responsible conferencing industry.
For IACC members to achieve silver status they are required to adhere to 75% of 55 rigorous environmental tenets, as outlined in IACC’s code of sustainability. The tenets include water conversation, energy management, air quality and food and beverage etc.
Andrew Taylor, food and beverage manager at Radcliffe training and conference centre, Warwick Conferences comments: “Achieving silver status is fantastic news. However, we want to prove that we’re the market leader when it comes to environmental policy, so our next goal is gold, if not platinum. Our customers are extremely aware of environmental issues, so they expect it to be embedded in our ethos and daily practices.
“Whilst we’ve made a great start at Warwick, for example having invested seriously into an extensive recycling programme and putting incentives in place to encourage staff to cycle to work, there are still improvements to be made. One of our biggest projects this year is to work on the more effective use of energy and water, tracking our energy consumption and evaluating where wastage can be reduced.
“We’re continuously looking to build on our good work so far - the IACC Green Star Award is just the first in a number of green accreditations we hope to achieve over the next 12 months.”
Scoring 80% in its last assessment Warwick Conferences hopes to increase its score to 85% to achieve gold status next year. So far the venue has already heavily invested in its environmental policy for the next five years with plans for improved roof insulation, installation of further energy efficient lighting and sensor activated lighting, and plans to invest in plumbed water coolers for 2011
Scarman Training and Conference Centre, Coventry - Conference Centres of Excellence
Investment announced for Cotswold Conference Centre
Investment announced for CCC June 2010.
The Directors of Cotswold Conference Centre have given the go-ahead this week for a £3.5M investment programme over the next 2 years to include 36 extra new bedrooms and the refurbishment of current bedroom stock in Picton House and Dales Croft. In time, there will also be a new improved Gym and other leisure facilities are planned for the future.
Nick Akerman, Head of Sales, commented: ‘If all goes to plan, by next Autumn we will have nearly doubled in size to 89 bedrooms on site. The new building will include some of the very latest sustainable building products and will be built to the highest ‘eco-spec’ possible. This is very exciting for all the staff here and clearly demonstrates the confidence the Philip-Sorensen family have in this business. The extra capacity will help us meet the growing demand for corporate training, conferences and meetings during the week and allow us to expand the Farncombe Estate programme into some new areas at the weekends.’
Cotswold Conference Centre, Midlands - Conference Centres of Excellence
The Directors of Cotswold Conference Centre have given the go-ahead this week for a £3.5M investment programme over the next 2 years to include 36 extra new bedrooms and the refurbishment of current bedroom stock in Picton House and Dales Croft. In time, there will also be a new improved Gym and other leisure facilities are planned for the future.
Nick Akerman, Head of Sales, commented: ‘If all goes to plan, by next Autumn we will have nearly doubled in size to 89 bedrooms on site. The new building will include some of the very latest sustainable building products and will be built to the highest ‘eco-spec’ possible. This is very exciting for all the staff here and clearly demonstrates the confidence the Philip-Sorensen family have in this business. The extra capacity will help us meet the growing demand for corporate training, conferences and meetings during the week and allow us to expand the Farncombe Estate programme into some new areas at the weekends.’
Cotswold Conference Centre, Midlands - Conference Centres of Excellence
Friday, 4 June 2010
New meeting rooms at Aston Business School Conference Centre, Birmingham
Conference Aston offers three meeting, conference and banqueting venues in the heart of Birmingham. At Conference Aston there are over 30 conference and meeting rooms available year round, accommodation up to 235 delegates and a further 650 during the summer months. Residential conferences can also be catered for, with 162 en-suite bedrooms available year round with an additional 400 in the summer.
Aston Business School Conference Centre, Birmingham
Aston Business School Conference Centre, Birmingham
**Latest new venue in our portfolio ** Prospero House London
Prospero House is a large training, meeting and conference venue on London's vibrant South Bank.
In a great location just 5 minutes walk from London Bridge and right opposite Borough Tube, the venue has 3 large floors of flexible training, meeting, event space and conference rooms.
The venue offers an all inclusive rate that provides breakfast, free flow tea and coffee and lunch, as well as AV and client support.
And with capacities ranging from 2 to 550, the venue can cater for all needs including the self contained event space “Illuminate”.
5 conference/lecture rooms (all air conditioned)
7 syndicate rooms
300 capacity Theatre rooms
See more here Prospero House London
In a great location just 5 minutes walk from London Bridge and right opposite Borough Tube, the venue has 3 large floors of flexible training, meeting, event space and conference rooms.
The venue offers an all inclusive rate that provides breakfast, free flow tea and coffee and lunch, as well as AV and client support.
And with capacities ranging from 2 to 550, the venue can cater for all needs including the self contained event space “Illuminate”.
5 conference/lecture rooms (all air conditioned)
7 syndicate rooms
300 capacity Theatre rooms
See more here Prospero House London
Europe's largest corporate multisport festival
The UK Corporate Games is Europe's largest corporate multi-sports festival and brings business' together to build employee confidence, loyalty and team spirit. Hosted here at Loughborough University, the competition covers 23 different sports including volleyball, hockey, dragon boat racing and football.
Represent your company, business or organisation. The event is open to employees, clients, friends and family of all ages and abilities.
To find out more about the Imago Corporate Games contact http://www.cceonline.co.uk/our_venues/our-venues/imago_at_Burleigh_Court_International_Conference_Centre or call 0845 230 1414
Represent your company, business or organisation. The event is open to employees, clients, friends and family of all ages and abilities.
To find out more about the Imago Corporate Games contact http://www.cceonline.co.uk/our_venues/our-venues/imago_at_Burleigh_Court_International_Conference_Centre or call 0845 230 1414
Thursday, 3 June 2010
TVMole: How to Pitch Seminar 11th June, 2010 at IET London Savoy Place
The BECTU Freelancers’ Fair is being held on Friday 11th June in central London. The event is free for members and just £10 for non-members. There are five seminars to help you progress your career and make your programme ideas reality:
1.File-based acquisition and post-production (morning session repeated in the afternoon), presented by the Televisual Roadshow;
2.50 Ways to Get Funding Before You Die! Chaired by Steve Hewlett from Radio 4’s The Media Show with Christo Hird (End of the Line) and Chris Atkins (Starsuckers);
3.How to Pitch with author of Greenlit: Developing Factual/Reality TV Ideas from Concept to Pitch (and tvmole) Nicola Lees;
4.Ethical Film-making Explored: a session linked to the BECTU/DV Talent Short Film Competition. Watch the screenings and join the debate.
Venue:
Savoy Place
2 Savoy Place
London WC2 OBL. (Embankment and Temple tube stations)
How to Pitch Seminar at BECTU Freelancers’ Fair 11th June, 2010
For details about Savoy Place or request a brochure call 0845 230 1414 or visit http://www.cceonline.co.uk/our_venues/our-venues/Savoy_Place
1.File-based acquisition and post-production (morning session repeated in the afternoon), presented by the Televisual Roadshow;
2.50 Ways to Get Funding Before You Die! Chaired by Steve Hewlett from Radio 4’s The Media Show with Christo Hird (End of the Line) and Chris Atkins (Starsuckers);
3.How to Pitch with author of Greenlit: Developing Factual/Reality TV Ideas from Concept to Pitch (and tvmole) Nicola Lees;
4.Ethical Film-making Explored: a session linked to the BECTU/DV Talent Short Film Competition. Watch the screenings and join the debate.
Venue:
Savoy Place
2 Savoy Place
London WC2 OBL. (Embankment and Temple tube stations)
How to Pitch Seminar at BECTU Freelancers’ Fair 11th June, 2010
For details about Savoy Place or request a brochure call 0845 230 1414 or visit http://www.cceonline.co.uk/our_venues/our-venues/Savoy_Place
Green Conference Brochure from The Beardmore, Glasgow
Green Conference Package to reduce the impact on the environment.
Package includes:
Water cooler in your conference room
Fresh Scottish water served with lunch
Fair trade tea and coffee
Local biscuits with your morning break
Locally sourced food served at your lunch
Home made cakes served with your afternoon break
Recycling bags in all conference rooms
Recycled conference paper
Data Projectors set on eco-mode (use 20% less energy)
Smart board optional instead of flipchart paper
Hard top tables for conference set up – no linen reduces the use of chemicals, water and energy.
Video conferencing to reduce the impact on the environment
Natural day light in most rooms
Air conditioning and lighting are individually controlled in rooms
20% of our energy is bought from renewable sources
Mini bus available on request although public transport is easily accessible
Bikes and walking routes available for your delegates near the river Clyde
Reusable green bag for each delegate to take away
For every 10 paying delegates we will purchase one bag of feed or bedding for our local wildlife centre.
For every 20 paying delegates travelling by public transport on the day of your event we will give one
For more details visit http://www.cceonline.co.uk/our_venues/our-venues/The_Beardmore_Hotel_and_Conference_Centre
Package includes:
Water cooler in your conference room
Fresh Scottish water served with lunch
Fair trade tea and coffee
Local biscuits with your morning break
Locally sourced food served at your lunch
Home made cakes served with your afternoon break
Recycling bags in all conference rooms
Recycled conference paper
Data Projectors set on eco-mode (use 20% less energy)
Smart board optional instead of flipchart paper
Hard top tables for conference set up – no linen reduces the use of chemicals, water and energy.
Video conferencing to reduce the impact on the environment
Natural day light in most rooms
Air conditioning and lighting are individually controlled in rooms
20% of our energy is bought from renewable sources
Mini bus available on request although public transport is easily accessible
Bikes and walking routes available for your delegates near the river Clyde
Reusable green bag for each delegate to take away
For every 10 paying delegates we will purchase one bag of feed or bedding for our local wildlife centre.
For every 20 paying delegates travelling by public transport on the day of your event we will give one
For more details visit http://www.cceonline.co.uk/our_venues/our-venues/The_Beardmore_Hotel_and_Conference_Centre
WTM Vision Conference to take place at 76 Portland Place, London
Monarch Airlines managing director Tim Jeans has been confirmed as a speaker at the second WTM Vision conference next month.
Jeans joins TUI UK and Ireland distribution director Nick Longman, P&O Cruises managing director Carol Marlow and lowcosttravelgroup.com chief executive Paul Evans in the line up of speakers.
Jeans, who has worked in the aviation industry for two decades originally at Manchester Airport before moving to Ryanair, will speak as part of the session reviewing the UK outbound market.
Other sessions include a review of the global travel industry, when exclusive research by Euromonitor International will be unveiled. Social media pioneer Graham Lee will lead a session on how to successfully incorporate social media into a marketing strategy.
World Travel Market Chairman Fiona Jeffery said: “I am delighted Tim Jeans completes the impressive line up of speakers at this year’s WTM Vision Conference. Tim has a wealth of aviation experience that will prove a valuable addition to the UK outbound session.
“The conference programme is now complete and will again offer the industry’s senior leaders the information and analysis needed to set business strategies in the current uncertain times.”
WTM Vision Conference takes place on June 16 at 76 Portland Place, London from 10am until 1pm.
This article from Travel Weekly
For more information about 76 Portland Place visit http://www.cceonline.co.uk/our_venues/our-venues/Portland-Place
Jeans joins TUI UK and Ireland distribution director Nick Longman, P&O Cruises managing director Carol Marlow and lowcosttravelgroup.com chief executive Paul Evans in the line up of speakers.
Jeans, who has worked in the aviation industry for two decades originally at Manchester Airport before moving to Ryanair, will speak as part of the session reviewing the UK outbound market.
Other sessions include a review of the global travel industry, when exclusive research by Euromonitor International will be unveiled. Social media pioneer Graham Lee will lead a session on how to successfully incorporate social media into a marketing strategy.
World Travel Market Chairman Fiona Jeffery said: “I am delighted Tim Jeans completes the impressive line up of speakers at this year’s WTM Vision Conference. Tim has a wealth of aviation experience that will prove a valuable addition to the UK outbound session.
“The conference programme is now complete and will again offer the industry’s senior leaders the information and analysis needed to set business strategies in the current uncertain times.”
WTM Vision Conference takes place on June 16 at 76 Portland Place, London from 10am until 1pm.
This article from Travel Weekly
For more information about 76 Portland Place visit http://www.cceonline.co.uk/our_venues/our-venues/Portland-Place
EEF Venues Broadway House London and Woodland Grange and CCE
To sustain and enhance its role as a leading presence in the conference and meetings sector, EEF Venues maintain a number of key partner relationships including Conference Centres of Excellence - for more details visit their website http://www.eefvenues.co.uk/partners/Our-partners.htm
My Event World - Anna Clover, IET Venues Venues & Facilities Manager
Read more from Anna Clover, venues and facilities manager of IET Venues on swapping a career in fashion for one in events and chilling out on her allotment here
For more information about IET venues and members of Conference Centres of Excellence visit http://www.cceonline.co.uk/ or call 0845 230 1414
For more information about IET venues and members of Conference Centres of Excellence visit http://www.cceonline.co.uk/ or call 0845 230 1414
World Cup menus at Maple House Birmingham
Fantastic football themed menus to celebrate the world cup at Maple House Conference Centre Birmingham.
http://www.cceonline.co.uk/our_venues/our-venues/Maple_House
http://www.cceonline.co.uk/our_venues/our-venues/Maple_House
School Children Show Design Flair for East Midlands Conference Centre
115 pupils from Dovecote Primary, Whitegate Primary and Milford Primary schools in Clifton, Nottingham visited the East Midlands Conference Centre on Tuesday 25th May to find out the winner of a competition to design a new logo to commemorate the conference centre's 25th Anniversary. The logos were designed by groups of year 5 children, following briefing sessions led by the Nottingham Conferences' marketing team in the schools in February this year.
‘Keiths Team' from Whitegate Primary School were delighted to accept the winners accolade for their design and will now join the marketing team to develop it further. The team comprising Keith Wong, Zoellise Nicholson, Olivia Anderson-Rayner, Ryan O'Malley and Shauna Bales were presented with a framed version of the logo and certificate from Chris Jagger, Chief Estates and Facilities Officer at The University of Nottingham. The new logo will be used on the website and on other promotional materials on the lead up to the official celebrations in November this year.
The judging panel; Lisa Owen, Primary Schools Engagement Manager, Community Partnerships, The University of Nottingham, Kirstie Danzey, Marketing Manager, Nottingham Conferences and Colin Zachara, Operations Manager, The East Midlands Conference Centre, assessed the entries according to the brief that had been set.
Colin said "We were astounded by the number and quality of the entries and there has obviously been a lot of time and effort put into this project. The winning design has been clearly thought through with great use of the existing brand colours and we felt that it really captures the spirit of celebrating 25 years of business at the East Midlands Conference Centre."
Leading the project, Kirstie Danzey Marketing Manager for Nottingham Conferences explains; "The East Midlands Conference Centre has played host to a number of events in 25 years, with all profits going back into the University, as well as bringing a significant direct economic benefit into Nottingham. We are delighted with the winning design which is bright and uplifting and we look forward to developing it and using it on marketing materials later in the year"
‘Keiths Team' from Whitegate Primary School were delighted to accept the winners accolade for their design and will now join the marketing team to develop it further. The team comprising Keith Wong, Zoellise Nicholson, Olivia Anderson-Rayner, Ryan O'Malley and Shauna Bales were presented with a framed version of the logo and certificate from Chris Jagger, Chief Estates and Facilities Officer at The University of Nottingham. The new logo will be used on the website and on other promotional materials on the lead up to the official celebrations in November this year.
The judging panel; Lisa Owen, Primary Schools Engagement Manager, Community Partnerships, The University of Nottingham, Kirstie Danzey, Marketing Manager, Nottingham Conferences and Colin Zachara, Operations Manager, The East Midlands Conference Centre, assessed the entries according to the brief that had been set.
Colin said "We were astounded by the number and quality of the entries and there has obviously been a lot of time and effort put into this project. The winning design has been clearly thought through with great use of the existing brand colours and we felt that it really captures the spirit of celebrating 25 years of business at the East Midlands Conference Centre."
Leading the project, Kirstie Danzey Marketing Manager for Nottingham Conferences explains; "The East Midlands Conference Centre has played host to a number of events in 25 years, with all profits going back into the University, as well as bringing a significant direct economic benefit into Nottingham. We are delighted with the winning design which is bright and uplifting and we look forward to developing it and using it on marketing materials later in the year"
Yoga Classes at Lane End Conference Centre
Yoga is becoming an increalingly popular form of team building. It is not only very relaxing but it is also guaranteed to refresh and energise your delegates for the rest of the day.
Throughout the summer we will be offering early morning Yoga classes in our beautiful grounds from as little as...
£4 per person, or
£80 for a group of 25 people or more.
Our fully qualified Yoga instructor, Samantha, will meet the group at 7am at the ‘Ring of Oaks’ to make the most of the fresh air. All classes will be suitable for beginners and will include basic breathing and Yoga movements so no previous experience is required. However, if the group require advanced level classes then Samantha will be happy to adapt the level of her class accordingly.
For more information visit http://www.cceonline.co.uk/our_venues/our-venues/Lane_End_Conference_Centre or call 0845 230 1414
Throughout the summer we will be offering early morning Yoga classes in our beautiful grounds from as little as...
£4 per person, or
£80 for a group of 25 people or more.
Our fully qualified Yoga instructor, Samantha, will meet the group at 7am at the ‘Ring of Oaks’ to make the most of the fresh air. All classes will be suitable for beginners and will include basic breathing and Yoga movements so no previous experience is required. However, if the group require advanced level classes then Samantha will be happy to adapt the level of her class accordingly.
For more information visit http://www.cceonline.co.uk/our_venues/our-venues/Lane_End_Conference_Centre or call 0845 230 1414
Wednesday, 2 June 2010
Fresh Produce at Lane End Conference Centre
As part of our commitment to source local home grown produce and only use suppliers who have a sound environmental policy in place, we are now sourcing all our milk directly from the Lacey family who have been farming in South Bucks, with pedigree Guernsey cows for seven generations since the 1930’s.
The milk is not only fresh and tasty, but there is no food miles at all as the farm is located within 2 miles of Lane End Conference Centre. The Lacey family have invested in equipment to enable them to pasteurise their own milk which have not only presented us with the opportunity to reduce our food miles significantly, but we are now also supplying a fresher and healthier product as Guernsey milk is recognised for its additional health benefits.
The benefits of Guernsey Milk:
Guernsey milk is unhomogenised and better for your health. Although homogenisation breaks up the fat particles which means the milk will stay fresher for longer, it also causes the fat to be absorbed much more easily into the body and is therefore not good for you.
Guernsey milk is recognised for its additional health benefits with more Beta Carotene, Omega 3 and Beta Casein A2 than any other type of milk.
For more information about the health benefits go to the Guernsey milk website or call 0845 230 1414 to discuss your business requirements.
The milk is not only fresh and tasty, but there is no food miles at all as the farm is located within 2 miles of Lane End Conference Centre. The Lacey family have invested in equipment to enable them to pasteurise their own milk which have not only presented us with the opportunity to reduce our food miles significantly, but we are now also supplying a fresher and healthier product as Guernsey milk is recognised for its additional health benefits.
The benefits of Guernsey Milk:
Guernsey milk is unhomogenised and better for your health. Although homogenisation breaks up the fat particles which means the milk will stay fresher for longer, it also causes the fat to be absorbed much more easily into the body and is therefore not good for you.
Guernsey milk is recognised for its additional health benefits with more Beta Carotene, Omega 3 and Beta Casein A2 than any other type of milk.
For more information about the health benefits go to the Guernsey milk website or call 0845 230 1414 to discuss your business requirements.
Summer Bonanza offer from Aston Business School Conference Centre, Birmingham
Day Delegate rates from £30 and 24 Hour Rates from £99 inc VAT!
Looking for the perfect central location with purpose built residential and non-residential venues for your next conference, meeting or training programme?
This summer, take advantage of Conference Aston’s bonanza rates from £30 Day Delegate and £99 24 Hour!(including VAT)
The Summer Bonanza rates are available for all new enquiries and bookings from 1st March 2010 and events held from 1st July – 4th September 2010 inclusive.
Offer is subject to availability and cannot be used in conjunction with any other promotion or offer*, rates include VAT.
Last Minute rate includes:
Purpose built main meeting room;
3 Servings of fairtrade tea, coffee and biscuits;
3 Course buffet lunch in our contemporary restaurant;
Meeting room stationery including flipchart, pens and paper;
LCD projector and screen;
Classic Bedrooms (24HourRate only)
3 course dinner
Full English breakfast.
Offer is subject to availability.
Call us to discuss your needs on 0845 230 1414 quoting "Summer Bonanza”
Or email info@cceonline.co.uk
Aston Business School Conference Centre, Birmingham
Looking for the perfect central location with purpose built residential and non-residential venues for your next conference, meeting or training programme?
This summer, take advantage of Conference Aston’s bonanza rates from £30 Day Delegate and £99 24 Hour!(including VAT)
The Summer Bonanza rates are available for all new enquiries and bookings from 1st March 2010 and events held from 1st July – 4th September 2010 inclusive.
Offer is subject to availability and cannot be used in conjunction with any other promotion or offer*, rates include VAT.
Last Minute rate includes:
Purpose built main meeting room;
3 Servings of fairtrade tea, coffee and biscuits;
3 Course buffet lunch in our contemporary restaurant;
Meeting room stationery including flipchart, pens and paper;
LCD projector and screen;
Classic Bedrooms (24HourRate only)
3 course dinner
Full English breakfast.
Offer is subject to availability.
Call us to discuss your needs on 0845 230 1414 quoting "Summer Bonanza”
Or email info@cceonline.co.uk
Aston Business School Conference Centre, Birmingham
So much happening at Conference Centres of Excellence!
Conference Centres of Excellence is the country’s leading group of specialist conference and training venues. Its members include many of the country’s best known dedicated venues, all sharing the most stringent quality standards in terms of facilities, services and customer care. As to be expected from such prominent venues, there’s always a great deal going on – including awards, innovative products and services, business successes and contributions to the community. Here are some of the latest developments ...
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For further information and a free brochure listing all CCE venues please visit http://www.cceonline.co.uk/ or call 0845 230 1414
http://www.myvenues.co.uk/readarticle.php?article_id=809&rowstart=0
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Win a Sony PSP - World of Learning survey 2010 is now live
Tuesday 1 June 2010: Lessons from the World Cup; the future of Train to Gain; and the role of procurement in learning & development (L&D) purchasing… These are the topics under the spotlight in the 2010 World of Learning survey of L&D professionals. You could win a valuable Sony Playstation Portable* simply by expressing your views on these fascinating current topics.
To take part, all you have to do is visit the website http://www.learnevents.com/ , click on the link to the survey and select which statements reflect your views on these topical issues.
All respondents to the survey will be entered into a prize draw. The winner, picked at random, will win a Sony PSP*. The closing date for responses is 5pm on Friday 9 July.
The results of the survey will be announced in August 2010.
For full details about the World of Learning Conference & Exhibition 2010 and to register for free entry to the exhibition visit http://www.learnevents.com/ or call +44 (0)20 8394 5171.
* Terms & conditions apply; please see http://www.learnevents.com/ for details
To take part, all you have to do is visit the website http://www.learnevents.com/ , click on the link to the survey and select which statements reflect your views on these topical issues.
All respondents to the survey will be entered into a prize draw. The winner, picked at random, will win a Sony PSP*. The closing date for responses is 5pm on Friday 9 July.
The results of the survey will be announced in August 2010.
For full details about the World of Learning Conference & Exhibition 2010 and to register for free entry to the exhibition visit http://www.learnevents.com/ or call +44 (0)20 8394 5171.
* Terms & conditions apply; please see http://www.learnevents.com/ for details
Tuesday, 1 June 2010
News from Cotswold Conference Centre, Midlands - Conference Centres of Excellence
Keystone Training take pride in providing the right learning environment to enable business people and organisations to grow and develop. The business was started by Angela Loggie 6 years ago and has grown steadily to become a market leader in providing innovative leadership and development programmes for many blue chip companies.
So far in 2010, Keystone Training have brought 3 different clients to Cotswold Conference Centre on the Farncombe Estate.
We interviewed Senior Training Consultant, Richard Sivers, to explore his passion for the North Cotswold Estate just outside Broadway, Worcestershire.
“There is a lot of ground work and preparation to do with our bespoke programmes, so moving venue is not something we take lightly nor want to do regularly. Following a web search in mid-2009 I was looking initially for 5 things.
We needed a central location. I knew I didn’t want a hotel environment with a spa and other hotel-like distractions. A dedicated business learning environment was important with plenty of space, the setting had to be right too. CCC came to my attention on the search engines and looked good, actually very good - so I made contact. Right from the first moment I was particularly impressed with the professionalism of Rachael Buttery. Nothing was too much trouble. The pictures are good but when you get there you can’t help but stop and admire the view – it is a stunning location.”
Richard continued…, “The 6th thing I hadn’t put on my list (but I guess everyone expects) is ‘customer service’. I don’t know how they do it but CCC actually deliver exceptional customer service – consistently. The people are wonderful and nothing is too much trouble. The place is quite unique. When I ask for something, it happens! Everyone you come into contact with – from Reception to Housekeeping – they are all keen to help make the events as successful as possible. Delegates have all loved the venue, particularly the food! More importantly, we are able to deliver successful development programmes, and long may this partnership continue. ”
Cotswold Conference Centre, Midlands - Conference Centres of Excellence
So far in 2010, Keystone Training have brought 3 different clients to Cotswold Conference Centre on the Farncombe Estate.
We interviewed Senior Training Consultant, Richard Sivers, to explore his passion for the North Cotswold Estate just outside Broadway, Worcestershire.
“There is a lot of ground work and preparation to do with our bespoke programmes, so moving venue is not something we take lightly nor want to do regularly. Following a web search in mid-2009 I was looking initially for 5 things.
We needed a central location. I knew I didn’t want a hotel environment with a spa and other hotel-like distractions. A dedicated business learning environment was important with plenty of space, the setting had to be right too. CCC came to my attention on the search engines and looked good, actually very good - so I made contact. Right from the first moment I was particularly impressed with the professionalism of Rachael Buttery. Nothing was too much trouble. The pictures are good but when you get there you can’t help but stop and admire the view – it is a stunning location.”
Richard continued…, “The 6th thing I hadn’t put on my list (but I guess everyone expects) is ‘customer service’. I don’t know how they do it but CCC actually deliver exceptional customer service – consistently. The people are wonderful and nothing is too much trouble. The place is quite unique. When I ask for something, it happens! Everyone you come into contact with – from Reception to Housekeeping – they are all keen to help make the events as successful as possible. Delegates have all loved the venue, particularly the food! More importantly, we are able to deliver successful development programmes, and long may this partnership continue. ”
Cotswold Conference Centre, Midlands - Conference Centres of Excellence
New meeting room at The Manor House, Godalming, Surrey - Conference Centres of Excellence
An atmospheric venue, professional staff and excellent facilities combine at The Manor House to create a unique business environment.
Eleven meeting rooms range from the small and intimate to airy and spacious, each with its own character and fully equipped. The tranquil setting offers fabulous views across the surrounding countryside yet The Manor House is very accessible, just 12 miles from M25 (junc 10, A3), 45 minutes from London Waterloo by train and under an hour from Heathrow and Gatwick.
The Manor House, Godalming, Surrey - Conference Centres of Excellence
Eleven meeting rooms range from the small and intimate to airy and spacious, each with its own character and fully equipped. The tranquil setting offers fabulous views across the surrounding countryside yet The Manor House is very accessible, just 12 miles from M25 (junc 10, A3), 45 minutes from London Waterloo by train and under an hour from Heathrow and Gatwick.
The Manor House, Godalming, Surrey - Conference Centres of Excellence
Special offer from Cranfield Management Development Centre, Bedfordshire
CMDC Special Summer Offers
Our residential 24 hour package is reduced to £150.00 + VAT per delegate and the Day Rate is £45.00 + VAT
If you are booking one of our main lecture rooms for a residential conference for 15 delegates or more then the trainer goes free! Don`t miss out on this offer, book today.
Call our Hotline on 0845 230 1414.
Subject to availability.
Cranfield Management Development Centre, Bedfordshire - www.CCEOnline.co.uk
Our residential 24 hour package is reduced to £150.00 + VAT per delegate and the Day Rate is £45.00 + VAT
If you are booking one of our main lecture rooms for a residential conference for 15 delegates or more then the trainer goes free! Don`t miss out on this offer, book today.
Call our Hotline on 0845 230 1414.
Subject to availability.
Cranfield Management Development Centre, Bedfordshire - www.CCEOnline.co.uk
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Conference Centres of Excellence represents the cream of the specialist venue sector. We are a recognised mark of quality and a key voice in the meetings industry.
The CCE badge is a standard that buyers recognise.
It means excellence across the whole spectrum of facilities and service – class-leading conference rooms and equipment, outstanding catering, consistently high support from experienced staff: and value-for-money, genuinely all-inclusive deals that truly reflect the needs of today’s customers.
To find out more visit http://www.cceonline.co.uk/
The CCE badge is a standard that buyers recognise.
It means excellence across the whole spectrum of facilities and service – class-leading conference rooms and equipment, outstanding catering, consistently high support from experienced staff: and value-for-money, genuinely all-inclusive deals that truly reflect the needs of today’s customers.
To find out more visit http://www.cceonline.co.uk/
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