Usually, I pride myself in being able to predict trends within our sector. Having worked, lived and breathed this industry for so many years, I have honed my ability to spot the next big thing. The hottest new talent. The best new venue. The themes, décor, music, food or service that all clients will clamber over one another to book. …
I have news for you. Christmas is not moving. Not even for Coronavirus! And I for one am glad. One of the things that I enjoy most about my role as a hospitality consultant is working with established venues to really help them make the most of their commercial assets. After all: if you’ve got it, flaunt it! And with …
I’m a person that always strives to find the positives in life. When we were forced to stay home during the height of the coronavirus pandemic, I made use of the time and space given to me, channelling that into positive activities. I’m lucky to have a home that I love – a place that reflects my personality and gives …
As I write this blog, hundreds of theatres and arts venues across the country are illuminated in red to highlight the challenges for the events industry in the face of the coronavirus pandemic. Organised by PLASA, the Red Alert campaign has seen venues such as London’s National Theatre, Manchester Central and the Aberdeen Arts Centre joining together in a show …
“I’d rather have a life of ‘oh wells’ than ‘what ifs” – unknown I recently had the pleasure of interviewing the inspirational Linda Plant on my Events That Made Me podcast, during which she described how she built her empire from the humblest of beginnings. Talking of her extraordinary career and the turning point that catapulted her toward multi-millionairedom, Linda …
MUSIC: For me it is the most influential form of expression. It reflects the inner soul and can be responsible for tears and laughter, moments and memories, empathy and communication. How we think and how we feel, summed up by musical notes. Some of you will know that I’ve recently launched a new venture. A podcast called Events That Made …
-From Standing Guard Whilst Sinatra Had A Cigarette to Life in the Celebrity Jungle Speaking to celebrity event planner Liz Taylor, on her Events That Made Me podcast, star of the stage and screen, Christopher Biggins, has hailed his appearance on ITV’s flagship reality show, I’m A Celebrity Get Me Out of Here, as the ‘highlight of his career’. The 71-year-old revealed …
She may be known as the Queen of Mean, but when it comes to business Linda Plant certainly knows how to succeed. In a new interview on the July 8, 2020 edition of the Events That Made Me podcast, hosted by Manchester-based event planner Liz Taylor, The Apprentice star has revealed that it was her humble beginnings working on a market stall …
Most marketeers say that every unique venue presents unique challenges. So, when I was asked to develop new concepts for the stunning Ashley Hall in Cheshire, it’s very special setting and immense heritage brought with it uniquely special opportunities! Coronavirus is teaching us to adapt. Think differently. But at the heart of every marketing initiative in 2020 is still the …
Victors restaurant sits in the heart of Hale. It has been a favourite dining spot of mine (and the discerning set) for a while. It is a successful eatery, cocktail bar and gathering place for the uber stylish. But like many hospitality businesses, the last few months has presented it with unique challenges. Now, I am delighted that they are …
