Small meetings. Big smiles.
We’re seeing a trend. Small meetings and business retreats are becoming more and more popular. And guests are looking for ways to impress attendees in these more intimate settings. Here are just a few ways Earle Brown can turn your small event into a big hit.
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Small meetings. Big smiles.
We’re seeing a trend. Small meetings and business retreats are becoming more and more popular. And guests are looking for ways to impress attendees in these more intimate settings. Here are just a few ways Earle Brown can turn your small event into a big hit.
Location, location, location
We offer more than half a dozen unique spaces for small groups of 5 to 50. Each space features a comfortable layout that is fully equipped to meet all your technology needs. Our on-site planners can help you spruce up the space to fit your brand and budget.
Change your scenery
Many of our small groups want to keep things fresh throughout their meeting or event. One way we help them achieve this is by making décor changes during breaks. For example, after the day’s business is done, we can modify lighting concepts and add a few décor elements for dinner or cocktail hour.
Eat, drink and be merry
Food and beverages are a great way to get your guests socializing at small meetings and events. Our menu options are bound only by the limits of your imagination. Plus, our made-from-scratch offerings emphasize local, sustainable foods.
Convenient parking
Parking at Earle Brown couldn’t be easier. Come and go as you please with no hassle, at no cost. Plus, we have easy and convenient freeway access because we are located at the crossroads of 694/94 & Highway 100, just mere minutes from downtown Minneapolis.
Five tips for hosting a flawless event.
Event and meeting attendees want to be entertained, experience something new, and just plain have fun. Follow these tips and you’ll be well on your way to conducting the perfect meeting.
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Embrace technology. Our high-speed fiber optic wireless Internet gives you the power to get creative with technology. Read More
Five tips for hosting a flawless event.
Event and meeting attendees want to be entertained, experience something new, and just plain have fun. Follow these tips and you’ll be well on your way to conducting the perfect meeting.
1) Embrace technology. Our high-speed fiber optic wireless Internet gives you the power to get creative with technology. Need ideas? Use Quick Response codes to let visitors check in virtually (a time and money saver). Encourage real-time participation using Twitter. Or accept payments and donations right on your cell phone using Square. These are just a few ways to make your event more unique.
2) Enhance your image. A little imagination can yield big results at your next meeting! There are countless ways to show or remind your attendees who you are and what you’re all about. Branding opportunities abound—from food and beverage presentation to décor, lighting and music. Our event specialists can help you down to the last detail, assuring your next gathering will be efficient, yet memorable.
3) Choose a theme. Just say no to luaus and sock hops. A theme doesn’t need to be corny to make an impact. For fresh ideas, start with concepts that relate to the message or purpose of your gathering. Even a seasonal theme, such as autumn, can provide a dramatic backdrop for your event. And the flexible spaces here offer a wide range of venue options. Event themes can also be incorporated into trinkets, such as key chains or other giveaways, to make sure the message lasts long after guests have gone on their way. Need help? That’s why we’re here!
4) Don’t go overboard. In this economy, no one wants to be perceived as wasteful. Instead, find simple ways to enhance your event’s ambiance. If your organization is earth-conscious, incorporate plants and flowers that can be donated after the event. Another en vogue way to tone things down is to go low-tech for a more personal connection. Learn more about how Earle Brown encourages sustainability.
5) Break it up. With a mix of Boomers, Gen Xers, Gen Yers and Millennials in the workplace, information should be delivered in ways that appeal to all. Dividing your meeting into shorter mini-sessions is a great way to keep everyone’s interest. You should also keep speeches concise and to the point. And consider team-building activities that encourage socialization and cooperation (Hint: bike-building competitions are a current favorite).
Earle Brown and Embassy Suites link up.
Earle Brown Heritage Center and Embassy Suites officially joined forces on September 22 when construction of a covered walkway connecting the two facilities was completed. The walkway, which features a plate glass corridor offering guests a view of and protection from the elements, is fully temperature controlled for year-round use. Read More
Earle Brown and Embassy Suites link up.
Earle Brown Heritage Center and Embassy Suites officially joined forces on September 22 when construction of a covered walkway connecting the two facilities was completed. The walkway, which features a plate glass corridor offering guests a view of and protection from the elements, is fully temperature controlled for year-round use.
You can view photos of the new walkway and its construction, here.
