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As we are getting ready to say goodbye to 2023, we can’t help but excitedly prepare for the new year ahead! Just like we love to refocus with new year resolutions, we know that businesses are gearing up for a fresh start in the upcoming year as well. What better way to kick off the new year than by hosting your New Year Reset meetings at Rev Mill Events? Nestled in the heart of Greensboro, our full-service event spaces offer the perfect setting to inspire creativity, foster collaboration, and set the tone for a successful year ahead.

“Working with the event team of Revolution Mill/Pepper Moon Catering was a wonderful experience. The team was attentive and flexible to all of our requests. Our guests are still talking about how great the food and space was!”
- Felicia Coleman

What Does Rev Mill EVENTS Bring To The Table?

The rustic charm and rich history at Revolution Mill provides an ideal backdrop for your gatherings. The Colonnade and Color Works Meeting Spaces create a perfect atmosphere for various size groups that encourages innovation and strategic planning. Our seamless event experience is what really sets us above the rest! From a detailed planning meeting to securing vendors and putting final touches on your catering menu, our team excels at executing your event vision. Whether you’re a small startup or a well-established corporation, we have the perfect space and experience for you and your team!

Why Should I Do A New Year Reset?

After the hectic holiday season and end of year push to finish well in your business, taking time with your staff to reset, refocus, and renew your strategies for the year ahead is a necessity. To help alleviate burnout and pressure, we suggest moving your meeting to somewhere other than in your office space. A fresh space not only allows breathing room but we have seen companies reignite enthusiasm and excitement for the work ahead.

“The event team made our meeting a fantastic experience. Using their space could not have been easier or more convenient. They took everything off our plate and allowed my team and I to focus on our work. They can accommodate many different party sizes and do so at very respectful rates.” - Thad Downing

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What’s OFFERED FOR Corporate Events?

Along with ample space for team-building activities and networking, guests will enjoy delightful in-house food and beverage service by Pepper Moon Catering. You can learn more about what all we have to offer for corporate events by clicking here and if you have questions don’t hesitate to speak with our expert team, they’d love to talk to you!

Conclusion

Cheers to a fresh start and elevating your business in 2024! Let your New Year Reset be the talk at the water cooler for months to come! Contact us today to get started planning!

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Full of unique character and industrial elegance, The Colonnade is a Greensboro, NC wedding venue accommodating up to 200 guests nestled within historical Revolution Mill and serviced by Pepper Moon Catering. Guests will be wowed by the gorgeous private courtyard and inviting indoor space with original maple floors, enormous windows, exposed brick, custom iron work and high ceilings!

Planning a corporate holiday party can definitely be a bit daunting. There’s so much to consider such as budget, decor, timing, venues, food, drinks, and entertainment to name a few! Your employees (and you!) work hard all year long, and now you deserve to celebrate all of that with a successful, fun corporate party! But wait… where do you start? How do you plan the perfect holiday party? Luckily, planning and executing amazing events in Greensboro is exactly what we do here at Rev Mill Events!

While yes, we specialize in weddings, we also love creating your perfect corporate holiday party! Keep reading to find our top tips to give you and your colleagues an event to remember!

CHOOSE YOUR THEME & DECOR

Try not to overthink this part of the planning process. When it comes down to it, you already have a built in theme! It is a holiday party after all, right? Keep it simple. Add some holiday music, decor in your color and theme choice plus a few small festive touches. Keep in mind too, we take care of all of the details. With just a few questions answered on your part, we will take care of the rest for you and make your party dreams come to life. We are fully committed to giving the best experience possible for you and your guests.

Want a little extra? Consider a theme for your event such as Winter Wonderland, Ugly Christmas Sweater, Rustic Woodlands, Christmas Masquerade Ball or Santa’s Workshop. Create an amazing guest experience by tying the theme into all the details. Of course, starting with a beautiful venue doesn’t hurt!

CREATE A GUEST LIST

Yes it’s a corporate party, so of course you’re inviting employees. What about their spouses and families? Adults only or are kids welcome? We have multiple options for your corporate party location… The Colonnade, Color Works Room 1 and Color Works Room 2. Ask us about the capacity and vibe of each when discussing your event!

CHOOSE YOUR ENTERTAINMENT

Entertainment is a must for any event! Will your corporate party be a small cocktail-style event? Simply having some great background music playing may be the way to go. Create your own playlist or find just what you need on a music streaming service. Want to go bigger? We can assist you with hiring a DJ or band that has experience entertaining at a corporate event and keeping it classy (remember, you have to see these people on Monday morning!). Think about adding interactive games, a photo booth, giveaways, or visits with Santa!

CHOOSE YOUR MENU

Typically when people attend a party, they’re usually expecting food and fun! This is where having your corporate holiday party here at Revolution Mill really shines. We love to help create the perfect party menu for you with our in-house food and beverage service. Do you want a formal feel? Then consider a plated dinner with table-side wine service. If you’re looking to get guests to mix and mingle, then plan for a buffet or heavy hors d’oeuvres stations. Add fun accents like a hot chocolate or fresh apple cider bar with seasonal mix ins. Don’t forget dessert with classics such as cheesecake or a variety of holiday themed cookies and pastries. We love partnering with you to create custom menus for all kinds of social occasions!

A FEW EXTRA TIPS

Friday and Saturday evenings in December always book up fast, so you’ll want to secure those dates well in advance. Are you working with a limited budget? Select a weekday or consider a January “Kick off the New Year Party” when prices are usually lower.

WE’RE HERE TO HELP

We are honored that so many of our holiday party clients come back to celebrate with us year after year! The event professionals at Revolution Mill Events create a seamless event planning experience with many inclusive services to make planning a pleasure. Contact us today to see how we can help you create an amazing holiday party!

I know… it’s July, but have you started thinking about your Greensboro corporate holiday party yet? Trust me, the festive season will be here before you know it! Don’t stress, there’s still time to plan a soirée that will keep your employees talking and excited for the next one. Corporate holiday parties can have a reputation for being a bit… dull… but there are so many ways you can get creative and create some real holiday spirit within your co-workers!

A holiday party is an opportunity to get your team together, get to know each other better in a more relaxed environment, and let everyone know how much they are appreciated for their hard work. What exactly makes a party memorable? These ideas and tips can help you create a company holiday party that everyone will enjoy.

DECOR

• Consider a theme for your event such as Winter Wonderland, Ugly Christmas Sweater, Rustic Woodlands, Christmas Masquerade Ball or Santa’s Workshop. Create an amazing guest experience by tying the theme into all the details.

• Choose a color scheme. A classic black-and-white color scheme is classy and gives your guests an excuse to get dressed up for a special night out. Red-and-white is also a fun alternative that celebrates the festive season.

• Lighting can really enhance the look of your event! Ask us about uplighting, edison lights, gobos, string lights and more.

THE FOOD

Food is such an important factor in any type of party or event. Do you want a more formal feel? Then consider a plated dinner with table-side wine service. If you’re looking to get guests to mix and mingle, then plan for a buffet or heavy hors d’oeuvres stations. Add fun accents like a hot chocolate or fresh apple cider bar with seasonal mix ins. Don’t forget dessert with classics such as cheesecake or a variety of holiday themed cookies and pastries. We love partnering with you to create custom menus for all kinds of social occasions!

“We really had a good time at the holiday party. Everything was absolutely perfect. The food was awesome and the employees keep raving about how good it was. We feel like it was probably about the best company party we’ve ever had. You did a fabulous job coordinating the whole thing and it was great working with you. I will be in touch for next year!”
- Carri, Caffey Distributing

"Jaime, I would like to send high compliments to the staff you assembled for that evening. Everyone proclaimed the food selections as delicious! I must add that all the staff, even down to the security person, were on top of their game. If I have the opportunity to host something like this in the future, I will be in touch. Meanwhile, I will spread the word to friends who weren’t able to attend. Revolution Mill Events is a beautiful venue and maintains a high standard for any type of event, and a high quality of food from Pepper Moon Catering. Bravo to all." - Joy, Livingbrush Body Painting

ENTERTAINMENT & Fun

Consider hiring entertainment for your Holiday party. Quality performers can take your party to the next level! Toss around these ideas:

• Live band or DJ

• Casino gaming

• Photo booth

• Live artist

• Roving performers

• Trivia games

A FEW EXTRA TIPS

Friday and Saturday evenings in December always book up fast, so you’ll want to secure those dates well in advance. Are you working with a limited budget? Select a weekday or consider a January “Kick off the New Year Party” when prices are usually lower.

we’re here to help

We are honored that so many of our holiday party clients come back to celebrate with us year after year! The event professionals at Revolution Mill Events create a seamless event planning experience with many inclusive services to make planning a pleasure. Contact us today to see how we can help you create an amazing holiday party!

It’s no surprise that people love to get out of the office – but there’s also a number of business benefits to hosting corporate events. When done right, corporate events will help build relationships, boost employee morale, and cultivate creativity. They’ve even been shown to increase employee retention! 

Think beyond a corporate happy hour – consider getting out of the office and into a new space for your next meeting. Something as simple as shifting employees to a different surrounding can have a notable impact on their collective performance. 

Different surroundings can spark fresh discussions and generate ideas that might not have come from the confinement of your team’s everyday work area. In addition to providing a new perspective, it can relax employees, help with problem solving, and forge stronger working relationships. And, it shows your workforce that you’re willing to invest in new, and perhaps better, ways of working for them.

If you’re looking for something beyond a new meeting space, planning a fun corporate outing can be a little tricky. In order to be energizing and rewarding, your event needs to be fun, interactive, and engaging. Our suggestion? Consider incorporating games into your next gathering.

Icebreaker activities

To get the atmosphere going and put attendees at ease, open up with an activity that involves interaction and team work – prompt them to find a solution or work together to figure out an answer. As an added bonus, this type of game will subtly replicate the kind of dynamic needed back at the office.

Breakout

Put everyone into teams, give each group a set of numbered envelopes with the same clues enclosed, and challenge everyone to ‘breakout’ of a mythical room by solving each hint. This will ensure everyone has to get talking - without forcing it - and will get their creative cogs turning.

To add a bit of tension, you could set a countdown clock on a big screen to really channel everyone’s inner competitor and get the energy pumping.

Quiz

An alternative icebreaker could be the traditional quiz. It’s another easy way to get everyone interacting and it’s simple to set up. To make sure it doesn’t lose its spark, keep the questions fairly light-hearted, keep up a good pace, and include some polls that tie into the theme of the event.

To take it to the next level, consider giving each team a funny buzzer to sound when they think they’ve got the right answer - it’ll soon get people chuckling, and the competition among teams to push their button first will spice things up a bit.

Super-sized fun

Every event has some natural down time, but the last thing you want is for the energy in the room to go stale during these periods. To prevent this, it’s a good idea to have optional activities sprinkled around the room.

To put an enticing spin on what could otherwise be seen as lame board games, think big and supersize them! From Connect 4 and chess to yard pong and giant Jenga, we can make lots of giant sized games available to you. 

Because of their supersized stature, they’ll soon draw people in and get people engaged and mingling during the times when you’re not hosting.

Bingo

A round or two of bingo is a great way to sprinkle some corporate information into your event while maintaining the fun factor. You can tailor the contents of your bingo cards to anything you want - past success, key learnings, employee awards, short or long-term goals. But, be sure you pick out an entertaining emcee who can keep people engaged. Just because the content might be corporate, it doesn’t mean you can’t put your own spin on the traditional bingo approach.

Classics

Inject a bit of nostalgia by creating a corner dedicated to some old school classics, like Pacman, Twister, Hungry Hippos, or Monopoly . The trip down memory lane alone will spark discussion and get people sharing their past times, which is a great way for attendees to naturally build on new or existing relationships.

Casino corner

If a classic game corner isn’t your thing, or if you’ve got enough room to segregate multiple activity areas, a makeshift casino could be the perfect set-up. Simply provide everyone with a limited number of make belief casino chips and let their risk taking sides shine -- after all, taking risks is a big part of business too. 

If you can, try and think of clever ways to tie the odds back to your company. For example, instead of using 21 as the magic number in Blackjack, could you change it to an iconic number relevant to your business? Like how many year’s you’ve been in business for or how many employees you have? 

Prizes

To encourage participation and healthy competition, remember to provide some prizes. They don’t have to cost a fortune - it’s the thought that counts, but they’ll bring out the inner-competitor in everyone and increase all-round uptake at your event.

To keep them on topic, your prizes could be something self-branded (like a cupcake or stationery, for example) or something free from a sponsor or exhibitor. 

For help organizing a corporate event that reaps all your desired rewards, download our complete corporate and social event guide here, or get in touch with us here.