10 TIP CHECKLIST FOR PLANNING YOUR COLORADO RETREAT OR CONFERENCE FROM BIG DEAL COMPANY Whether you’re planning a retreat or conference, a large event or small - details matter. Having planned hundreds of company events, below is BIG DEAL's 10 tip checklist for planning your next Colorado event. 1.What’s your Why? Clearly define the objective and purpose of your retreat or conference. Are you aiming for team building, education, networking, or a combination of these? 2.Select the Ideal Location: Colorado has loads of scenic and vibrant locations. Consider popular options like Northern Colorado, Denver, Boulder, and Colorado Springs, or mountain towns like Aspen or Vail, depending on your preferences, accessibility, and seasonal weather. 3.Now You Need a Venue: Select a venue that suits your event's size, requirements (technology, food options, etc.), and budget. Look for conference centers, resorts, hotels, or even unique spaces like mountain lodges or ranches. 4.Accommodation: Ensure comfortable accommodation options are available near the event venue. Negotiate group rates with hotels or explore vacation rentals for larger groups. 5.Transportation: Arrange transportation options for attendees, including airport transfers if necessary. Consider renting vans or buses for group transportation or provide guidance on public transportation. 6.Create a Detailed Itinerary: The detailed itinerary should include scheduled sessions, speakers, team-building activities, meals, breaks, and any recreational or sightseeing opportunities for attendees to enjoy. A nice touch would include clothing options, and extra items to pack like sunscreen or an umbrella. 7.Catering: Coordinate with the venue or external caterers to arrange meals, snacks, and refreshments during the event. Consider dietary restrictions and provide options that cater to various preferences. 8.Make it Fun: Plan team-building exercises, icebreakers, or recreational activities to foster networking and collaboration among attendees. Colorado offers opportunities for outdoor activities like hiking, skiing, or team-building exercises in nature. 9.Guest Speakers and Facilitators: Identify keynote speakers, presenters, or facilitators who align with your event's theme or purpose. Colorado has a vibrant community of professionals in various fields who may be interested in participating. 10.Audio-Visual Setup: Ensure the event venue has proper audio-visual equipment, including microphones, projectors, screens, and internet connectivity for presentations and workshops. BIG DEAL Company is here to help make your next retreat, get-together, or teambuilding event a fun-filled success. We offer seamless services that take the pressure off you and allow you to take in the full experience. Colorado is a beautiful location to bring your team together and create productive relationships for your business. As a collective of experts, BIG DEAL Company specializes in creativity. With superior organization, marketing experience and original ideas, we pull off amazing events and campaigns!
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The Big Deal Company team was honored to be the event planning partners for the Grand Opening of the new Mountain Mist Spas location at Larkridge The Village in Thornton, held on Saturday, July 8! This event promised to be a celebration of relaxation, luxury, and anticipation for an additional location for Mountain Mist Spas, who have been serving Northern Colorado for 40 years. Our team worked hard to offer an event experience that would captivate and engage visitors while leaving a lasting impression to bring them back for more! Let’s dive in and recap the highlights of this memorable occasion! A Celebration! This grand opening spared no expense in creating an inviting and immersive ambiance. As guests stepped through the balloon-clad doorway, they were greeted by the soothing sounds of tranquil waterfalls and soft lighting that set the relaxing tone. The showroom was decorated with balloons of blue, and the many hot tubs on display were lit up and running, showcasing their versatility and luxurious features. Big Deal Team members encouraged guests to register to win one of the many high-end prizes on display - including a Big Green Egg Smoker/Grill (valued at over $1700!). Attendees were also invited to press their luck with a Spin-to-Win game that partnered Hot Tub Trivia with fun lottery ticket prizes. Guests were also treated to a bountiful buffet of delicious treats provided by The Front Range Catering Company. The spread included Sushi Rolls, Twice Baked Potato Bites, Bacon-Wrapped Dates, Mini-Cheesecakes and a colorful Donut Wall. Expert Guidance and Special Offers: Mountain Mist Spas is known all over Northern Colorado for their exceptional customer service, and this event was no different! Knowledgeable spa specialists were present throughout the event, offering personalized consultations for inquiring customers. There were also special deals, sales, and opportunities for limited-time promotions, celebrating this new location and making the dream of owning a hot tub a reality for many guests. The grand opening of this new Mountain Mist Spa location was a wonderful experience and celebration. With its exquisite ambiance, interactive experiences, expert guidance, product promotions, and overall celebratory feel, the event successfully showcased the company’s commitment to providing an exceptional spa experience. The Big Deal Team was proud to be a part of this event and even prouder to promote Mountain Mist Spas - Thornton location! Event Vendor List: Catering: Front Range Catering Company Rentals: Primary Event Rentals Balloon Art: Dreams by Design Event Planning: BIG DEAL Company As a collective of experts, BIG DEAL Company specializes in creativity. With superior organization, marketing experience and original ideas, we pull off amazing events and campaigns!
BIG DEAL Company makes business personal by bringing JOY to the job in everything we do. As purveyors of fun with BIG DEAL, we support businesses and individuals in the growth of their ideas, events and marketing strategies. Our creative aptitude allows for unique ideas. Our passion for perfection makes every client a priority! Contact BIG DEAL Company *** Bringing Joy to the Job *** Phone: 970-613-1455 or 303-886-3068 Email Us Thank you to Dick's Photography for capturing headshots as our gift to our fellow business professionals at the BIG DEAL Company Ribbon Cutting and Open House event! Guests who attended received an email with the link to download photos. Thank you to all who attended and celebrated our new chapter! As a collective of experts, BIG DEAL Company specializes in creativity. With superior organization, marketing experience and original ideas, we pull off amazing events and campaigns!
BIG DEAL Company makes business personal by bringing JOY to the job in everything we do. As purveyors of fun with BIG DEAL, we support businesses and individuals in the growth of their ideas, events and marketing strategies. Our creative aptitude allows for unique ideas. Our passion for perfection makes every client a priority! Contact BIG DEAL Company *** Bringing Joy to the Job *** Phone: 970-613-1455 or 303-886-3068 Email Us Our team is so touched by all of our clients, supporters and friends who stopped by to support our Ribbon Cutting and Open House event! Thank you for cheering us on as we grow and help to make memories for other businesses and individuals in our community! OUR PURPOSE At Big Deal Company, enabling the goals & dreams of others brings us joy. With boundless resources and a lifetime of business development experience, our passion is supporting those who have purpose. HOW WE DO IT Big Deal Company listens first. We are passionately curious about you and your business – what moves you and what you want to accomplish. We offer custom business support plans, based on your business size and goals. Our packages offer a large variety of services all in one place, giving you a source of support and streamlined productivity. ABOUT US As a connected collective of experts, Big Deal Company specializes in creativity. With superior organization, marketing experience and original ideas, we pull off amazing events and campaigns! Big Deal Company makes business personal by bringing JOY to the job in everything we do. As purveyors of fun with Big Deal Company, we support businesses and individuals in the growth of their ideas, events and marketing strategies. Our creative aptitude allows for unique ideas. Our passion for perfection makes every client a priority! As a collective of experts, BIG DEAL Company specializes in creativity. With superior organization, marketing experience and original ideas, we pull off amazing events and campaigns!
BIG DEAL Company makes business personal by bringing JOY to the job in everything we do. As purveyors of fun with BIG DEAL, we support businesses and individuals in the growth of their ideas, events and marketing strategies. Our creative aptitude allows for unique ideas. Our passion for perfection makes every client a priority! Contact BIG DEAL Company *** Bringing Joy to the Job *** Phone: 970-613-1455 or 303-886-3068 Email Us Northern Colorado has a wealth of venue options for your large conference. This scenic region is not only renowned for its picturesque landscapes and outdoor adventures but also for its exceptional conference facilities that cater to the needs of large-scale events. Big Deal Company has worked with companies from around the country to orchestrate their conferences and retreats. Here are some of the best venues we’ve found for large events in northern Colorado. Venues for Large Conferences in Loveland The Ranch Events Complex The FNBO Exhibition Building and Larimer County Conference Center are two Ranch venues offering space for large and very large-scale events.
Embassy Suites by Hilton Loveland Hotel Conference Center & Spa Flexible indoor and outdoor spaces accommodate up to 3,000 guests. The Front Range Ballroom seats 1,700 banquet style, but you can choose from 26 venues inside the hotel to suit your event.
The Cleveland Room The Cleveland Room is a full-service private event space rental, including; event production, in-house catering and more. Perfect for intimate weddings, social celebrations, corporate functions, and philanthropic events with seating up to 140.
Venues for Large Conferences in Fort Collins The Lincoln Center Conveniently located in the heart of Fort Collins, The Lincoln Center is the ideal spot to host your next business meeting or corporate event. Staff can help you plan meetings and corporate events of all sizes including conferences, workshops, conventions, trade shows, lectures, seminars, luncheons, and holiday parties.
Marriott Fort Collins Newly-renovated, flexible event spaces
Canvas Stadium Home of the Colorado State University Rams, Canvas Stadium has rooms for companies, organizations, and community events of all sizes
The Golf Club at Fox Acres (Red Feather Lakes) Country club with flexible indoor and outdoor event spaces
City of Fort Collins Recreation Facilities A variety of City-owned facilities and activity centers for small and large events, up to 1,500 guests
Hilton Fort Collins Close to downtown Fort Collins and Colorado State University; the only rooms in Fort Collins with mountain views
Best Venue for Large Events in Windsor Community Recreation Center Whether you’re hosting a business meeting, corporate banquet, party or reception, the Windsor Community Recreation Center offers the perfect location to fit any occasion
Venues for Large Events in Greeley Aims Community College Auditoriums, ballrooms, meeting rooms, and outdoor spaces accommodate most events. Space reservations can be made up to one year in advance.
Clarion Hotel and Conference Center Affordable conference center hotel in walking distance of Union Colony Civic Center
DoubleTree by Hilton Greeley at Lincoln Park Sleek, updated hotel near Union Colony Civic Center
University of Northern Colorado Large university with many indoor and outdoor event spaces and staff
Island Grove Regional Park Large trees, expansive lawns, and a range of multi-use facilities
Companies large and small hire Big Deal Company to put together well-organized, fun, imaginative parties and for full and partial service marketing campaigns. We have a portfolio filled with large meetings, conferences, fundraisers, retreats, product launches, open houses, holiday parties, and outings. It is our privilege to show your employees a good time and to execute an objective filled with tons of planning details. Reach out now so we can start planning your next big event! For business event tips and ideas, follow Big Deal Company on Facebook, Instagram, and Pinterest. As a collective of experts, BIG DEAL Company specializes in creativity. With superior organization, marketing experience and original ideas, we pull off amazing events and campaigns!
BIG DEAL Company makes business personal by bringing JOY to the job in everything we do. As purveyors of fun with BIG DEAL, we support businesses and individuals in the growth of their ideas, events and marketing strategies. Our creative aptitude allows for unique ideas. Our passion for perfection makes every client a priority! Contact BIG DEAL Company *** Bringing Joy to the Job *** Phone: 970-613-1455 or 303-886-3068 Email Us Big Deal Company works with a variety of local nonprofits, helping to plan events that support their unique fundraising needs and challenges. We were thrilled to be asked back as event support for the community-centric and summer-favorite Meals on 4th event, benefitting the work and mission of Meals on Wheels of Loveland and Berthoud. Our team of professional event experts worked alongside the Development and Program Directors of this downtown Loveland nonprofit to plan a fabulous evening full of food, fun, and FUNdraising, right in the heart of downtown Loveland! This event takes place entirely outside, in the middle of 4th Street in the city block between Cleveland and Railroad. The planning for this event began back in January when streets were covered with snow and ice. It’s always a little stressful to work around what Mother Nature decides to do, but this year’s event - although smack dab in the middle of our Colorado Monsoons - was met with an absolutely gorgeous late Spring Colorado Day full of sunshine, blue skies, and comfortable temperatures! This event captured the essence of generosity, community spirit, and philanthropy that is so prevalent in the Loveland and Berthoud communities. It was a huge success - surpassing Meals on Wheels’ fundraising goals, and bringing people from all walks of life together to support such a worthy cause! Guests celebrated in style! Meals on Wheels of Loveland and Berthoud is celebrating 55 years of service in Southern Larimer County. Their year-long celebration was weaved throughout this event, boasting an atmosphere of a 1950s/1960s soda shop diner. Our team of event planners and the Meals on Wheels volunteers worked some decorative magic, creating an enchanting ambiance with period decorations and flair. Each table was adorned with a checkerboard runner, real vinyl records, and floral arrangements designed to look like ice cream sundaes! Guests were encouraged to dress up in period costumes, and musical guests, The Steve Manshel Trio set the mood with period tunes from the 1950s and 1960s. A True Expression of Community This unique fundraising event is built on a large amount of community involvement. Guests are treated to a multi-course meal, with each course provided by a different local restaurant and drinks donated by local breweries and bars.We were honored to serve alongside the following Restaurant and Brewery Partners:
The event program focused on stories of hope and inspiration - told by a longtime Meals on Wheels Volunteer and Executive Director, Jeffrey Pomranka. To further boost the evening’s fundraising efforts, local auctioneers led a special Heads or Tails game where attendees competed to win a special Date Night Air BnB package that included an overnight stay at a Downtown Arts District Bungalow and local restaurant and drink gift cards. The evening concluded with a very successful Paddle Raise, collecting $23,600 in support of Meals on Wheels food and programs! Thanks to the collective efforts of Mother Nature, the organization, vendors, volunteers, and the generosity of the community, Meals on 4th exceeded all expectations! The success of the evening will undoubtedly have a significant impact on the ability of Meals on Wheels to make a difference in the lives of more homebound individuals - feeding and supporting our community for generations to come! As a collective of experts, BIG DEAL Company specializes in creativity. With superior organization, marketing experience and original ideas, we pull off amazing events and campaigns!
BIG DEAL Company makes business personal by bringing JOY to the job in everything we do. As purveyors of fun with BIG DEAL, we support businesses and individuals in the growth of their ideas, events and marketing strategies. Our creative aptitude allows for unique ideas. Our passion for perfection makes every client a priority! Contact BIG DEAL Company *** Bringing Joy to the Job *** Phone: 970-613-1455 or 303-886-3068 Email Us Whether it’s for an event or marketing campaign, BIG DEAL Company will help you save. Planning an event or dynamic marketing campaign can be a complex process and often time-consuming and expensive. Each job has a wide variety of steps and details to cover - from booking venues and arranging vendors to studying and polling potential customers and audiences. While some individuals and companies may be tempted to tackle an event or marketing campaign on their own, hiring a professional crew like Big Deal Company can actually save money in the long run. 5 Ways Big Deal Can Save You Money Time and Stress Savings: Organizing an event often requires considerable time and effort. By outsourcing this responsibility to a team of professionals like Big Deal Company, valuable time is freed up and your personal stress level is reduced. Big Deal Company can handle all of the coordination, logistics, and troubleshooting, allowing you to focus on other important aspects of your life and business. Our team of professionals possess the experience and expertise, allowing us to streamline the planning process for you, ensuring that all deadlines are met. Time saved is money saved! Budget Management: One of the greatest advantages of working with Big Deal Company for your next event or marketing campaign, is that we provide a supportive team to effectively manage your budget. We will work closely with you to determine your financial constraints, goals, and priorities. We will help you create a detailed budget plan that will utilize your funds in the most efficient ways. Big Deal Company is skilled at optimizing resources. We are wizards at finding cost-effective alternatives and we can suggest creative solutions to keep your expenses in check. We will help prevent overspending and save you from unnecessary financial burdens or mistakes! Industry Expertise: Big Deal Company is a connected and creative collective. We have a plethora of connections - both professionally and throughout the Northern Colorado community. We have established relationships with vendors, such as caterers and entertainers for events, as well as media contacts and partners for marketing campaigns. Our connections allow us to negotiate better prices and procure discounts. By leveraging our industry connections and experience, we will help you secure the best deals while still ensuring high quality results. Avoid Costly Mistakes: Inexperience in event planning or marketing campaigns can lead to costly mistakes that could easily be avoided. Big Deal Company has a keen eye for detail, and our team is well-versed in the intricacies of event and marketing campaign logistics. We can identify potential pitfalls and prevent costly errors such as booking incompatible vendors, overlooking important permits or licenses, or underestimating required resources. By avoiding these mistakes, Big Deal Company will help ensure that your event or campaign will run smoothly and efficiently, preventing any last-minute expenses or hiccups. Value for Money: Hiring our team does post a cost, it is always important to consider the value that our experience, expertise, and connections can bring to the table. We will help secure competitive prices, optimize your budget, and we will deliver flawless events and dynamic campaigns, ultimately providing you a higher return on your investment. Successful events and campaigns will also produce higher attendee and customer satisfaction rates for your event or business. The bottom line: Big Deal Company can actually save you money. Our industry expertise, budget management skills, ability to avoid costly mistakes, time and stress savings, and overall value for money help make our services an invaluable asset for any event or marketing campaign. We pledge to work with your budget, and build a working contract that works for your business and event needs. We would be proud and happy to help you create memorable and successful events or marketing campaigns. Reach out for a consultation today! See examples of our work here. As a collective of experts, BIG DEAL Company specializes in creativity. With superior organization, marketing experience and original ideas, we pull off amazing events and campaigns!
BIG DEAL Company makes business personal by bringing JOY to the job in everything we do. As purveyors of fun with BIG DEAL, we support businesses and individuals in the growth of their ideas, events and marketing strategies. Our creative aptitude allows for unique ideas. Our passion for perfection makes every client a priority! Contact BIG DEAL Company *** Bringing Joy to the Job *** Phone: 970-613-1455 or 303-886-3068 Email Us It’s been nearly a month since we made the leap from My Big Day to BIG DEAL Company. While we have been basking in the glow of the change and are looking forward to an official unveiling of this rebrand at our Loveland Chamber Ribbon Cutting event next month, it is important to note that this change did not just happen overnight. Why we made the BIG change In the fast-paced world of business, companies often face the need to evolve and adapt to stay relevant. This was made very obvious to our team during the recent Covid-19 pandemic. When the world shut down in 2020, so did events. Our face-to-face work dried up in a matter of minutes. As a full-scale event company, we offered event marketing support for our clients, but marketing was always secondary to the creative and memorable events we had become known for. Covid-19 forced us to pivot and take a deeper dive into how we could still support our clients and new prospects through our expansive marketing knowledge and experiences, along with virtual or hybrid events. When My Big Day began 17 years ago, our focus was primarily on one-off events, marketing of those events, social celebrations and weddings. We built signature events designed to bring people together for fun, important causes, and memory-making. As our team grew, and as we creatively pivoted through the pandemic, we spent time focusing on our brand’s identity, our market position, and our main purpose. Through a lot of work and reflection, our team ultimately decided that our name no longer fully captured our full-service offerings. We decided that it was time to initiate a company rebrand. What is a company rebrand and insight into the BIG DEAL rebrand journey A rebrand goes beyond changing logos and colors - it involves a comprehensive process that aims to redefine a company’s identity, enhance its market positioning, and ignite a renewed sense of purpose. As mentioned before, our team spent time reflecting on and studying our brand identity, market position, and goals. Through our self-reflection, we were able to identify weaknesses and areas that we wanted to see improve. We spent time focusing on our mission, vision, and values and discussed how our My Big Day name did or did not perfectly align with these important markers. We surveyed customers and potential customers - asking them how they felt our brand represented the work that we did. Many people shared that when they heard the name, My Big Day, they immediately thought of “wedding planner”. While weddings were and still are a part of our skill sets and events, they only represent less than 10% of the actual work that we do. After we gathered feedback about our brand identity and name, we spent time clarifying our company’s positioning, our target audiences, our messaging, and brand promise. We wanted to make sure that by considering a rebrand of our business, we would be differentiating ourselves from other similar marketing and event agencies. Our team spent retreat time crafting a new statement of purpose, defining our mission, and focusing on our vision. Our leadership spent time learning about rebranding and business development through workshops, entrepreneurial retreats, and working with brand experts. After all of this work, we concluded that rebranding through a careful and thought-out process would enhance and benefit the work that our team did. That is how My Big Day was reborn as BIG DEAL Company. The BIG DEAL Purpose Enabling the goals and dreams of others brings our BIG DEAL team joy. With boundless resources and a lifetime of business development experience, our passion is supporting those who have purpose. Our team supports purpose-driven people and businesses by listening first. We are passionately curious about our clients and their businesses. We want to know what moves them and what they want to accomplish. We offer custom business support plans, all based on a company’s size and stated goals. Our packages offer a large variety of services - all in one place - giving companies a source of support and streamlined productivity. Who is BIG DEAL? As a connected collective of experts, Big Deal Company specializes in creativity. With superior organization, marketing experience, and original ideas, Big Deal Company pulls off amazing events and dynamic marketing campaigns. The mission of Big Deal Company is to bring highly curated and collaborative events and business strategies to Northern Colorado. Our team works to support businesses, nonprofits, and individuals in the growth of their ideas, events, and marketing strategies. As philanthropic leaders and community advocates, we take a specialized approach to guiding businesses. We apply our creative problem-solving skills to each clients’ unique business and work to offer support with Communications, Experiences, and building Community. The BIG DEAL Company rebrand was a transformative journey that required careful planning, research, and a well-thought implementation. It was more than just changing our name and logo. It was a process in which we studied and redefined our purpose, aligned it with current market expectations, and focused our mission on the work we have evolved into doing. By following this comprehensive rebranding process, we hope we have emerged refreshed and with a brand identity that more clearly expresses the work we do, resonates with our target audience, inspires team collaboration and creativity, and will ultimately propel our company forward into a new era of success! If you would like to learn more about our company rebrand, or how your business can work with and benefit from some BIG DEAL support, please reach out for an initial consultation today. Stay up to date on our events and marketing campaigns by signing up for our monthly newsletter - let us bring some JOY to your inbox. As a collective of experts, BIG DEAL Company specializes in creativity. With superior organization, marketing experience and original ideas, we pull off amazing events and campaigns!
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