Planning for the perfect women's banquet takes time and forethought.
Planning a banquet for women can be a complicated process. Taking time to plan beforehand will create an atmosphere of peace and confidence, so your event will be a success. One of the main goals is to make each woman feel comfortable and walk away with something meaningful, whether that be a new friendship, an encouraging word, or some inspiration. Does this Spark an idea?
Ice Breakers
Ice breakers are simple games used at the beginning of an event to overcome the awkward environment created when not everyone knows one another. Ice breakers force everyone to get out of their chair, interact with people, and perhaps even to do something goofy. Use an ice breaker game at the beginning of your banquet to get the women talking. An example of an icebreaker for a women's banquet would be to have each woman write down an interesting fact about her life. Mix up the facts, have one person read them off one-by-one, and have the women guess whose card it is.
Special Speaker
Invite a special speaker who will inspire and challenge women. Invite a breast cancer survivor, a female politician, or an inspirational speaker to speak. Tell the speaker beforehand that the purpose of the speech is to inspire and encourage the women in the room. Allow the special speaker to choose the topic and approach of her choice, as long as it accomplishes the overall goal.
Decorations and Music
Create an ambiance using basic decoration techniques. Use balloons, lighting, streamers, candles, and flowers to create an inviting and welcoming atmosphere. The color scheme should reflect a feminine touch, perhaps including pastels, pinks, whites, and pale yellows. Choose music that complements the event. Jazz, swing, classical, pop rock, and lounge music can be used to create a sophisticated and eloquent environment.
A Lasting Impact
Provide each woman with a token to create a lasting impact. For example, if the banquet's purpose is to educate women on the keys to a successful career, give each woman a key at the end of the banquet. This token will be a reminder of the inspiration and information she has received. The token can be placed on a string to hang around her neck or should be placed somewhere where she will see it on a daily basis.
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