Entertaining clients – be the perfect host

Whether you are the eternal wallflower or the life and soul of the party, when it comes to schmoozing your clients you are going to have to shine. Not everyone is comfortable with entertaining clients. But there is no getting away from the fact that it is a vital part of relationship building.

Face-to face meetings are the most effective way of strengthening your business relationships. But everyone knows that, therefore everyone is doing it. If you want to be remembered by your clients, be innovative, stand out from the crowd. That’s not to say you have to embark on an extreme sports hospitality regime – bungee jumping, wing walking and bobsleighing aren’t for everyone. But value your clients and they will value you.

So how can this be achieved? Simple. Listen to them. That’s it in a nutshell. A simple comment made during a routine phone call could give you a vital insight into what makes them tick; a favourite sport, hobby or restaurant. Make a note of it – they will be suitably impressed when you entertain them in a way that is tailored to them.

Whatever event you decide on you must ensure your clients receive 5 star treatment. Be innovative, tailor the event to your client’s interests (not yours), pay attention to detail and be the perfect host. Leave nothing to chance. By following these simple guidelines your clients will value you as much as you value them.

Kim Rix – CEO – The SaVVy Club^® – London’s first Boutique Events Club where members experience VIP Social Events unavailable elsewhere.

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Private Tours, Exclusive Tours and Director’s Tours

Here are a few events that we have on offer for your pleasure at the moment. We extend the opportunity for you to experience the magic of our bespoke social occasions.

Buckingham Palace Tour & dine at Mosimann’s
Would you like an exclusive look round Buckingham Palace after the Palace has closed to the public? This rare privilege gives you the opportunity to view the state rooms – of which there are 19 – which house some of the greatest treasurers from the Royal Collection. But what makes this event so special is that you will also be led round some parts of the Palace that are never open to the public by a Palace historian.

Champagne and Director’s Tour of Kensington Palace
Even with SaVVy standards, this event is one of the best! Set amidst the tranquillity of Kensington Gardens in the heart of West London, Kensington Palace has been a royal residence for over 300 years. This is your opportunity to enjoy the Director’s tour of Kensington Palace led by Nigel Arch, the palace Director. Champagne and canapés will kick off this historic evening as you explore the birthplace and childhood home of Queen Victoria.

Experience the Glyndebourne Opera Tour – Hänsel und Gretel
Leave the hustle and bustle of City life behind and indulge in a magical black tie evening of Opera with The SaVVy Club® at Glyndebourne. Enjoy the privilege of top seats, a world class performance and first class company.

A Gastrotour of Borough Market with Celia Brooks-Brown
Do you love your food? Do you enjoy trying something new? Well, there is nothing that TV Chef and food writer Celia Brooks-Brown doesn’t know about food. Why not join her and broaden your food horizons with a unique insider’s view of London’s vibrant culinary hotspots.

What have you got to lose?
If you are a busy, professional individual who is interested in meeting other discerning busy professional individuals, then take a look at our social events calendar. If you would like to experience one of our events, call us today on 01280 818782 or apply for a Guest Pass or Membership.

The SaVVy Club^® – an exclusive club always delivering events that are intimate, stylish and memorable, allowing you to quickly meet a whole variety of people whilst exploring London’s finest places and enjoying the best and exclusive events.

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Discover Holland Park

Opera Holland Park is a summer opera company which produces an annual season of opera performances staged under a temporary canopy in Holland Park. The Dutch Garden Lounge is a stunning setting and one that is impervious to the rather unpredictable British summer weather as all perforances take place in the fully covered auditorium.

The canopy was installed in 1988 and was initially used for a variety of music. However concerns about noise levels led to an increasing focus on opera from 1989, with productions staged by a variety of small opera companies. For the 2007 season, the theatre was expanded by the addition of a spectacular new canopy underneath which is new seating and other improved facilities.

It is the perfect venue for a relaxing evening of entertainment. The Dutch Garden Lounge is a beautifully finished glass-fronted lounge that overlooks the celebrated Dutch Garden of Holland Park. It is an enviable location to entertain and network with clients before the performance and during the interval.

So why not give your clients an evening to remember, and more importantly make yourself stand out from the crowd.

Sally Ormond
www.savvyclub.co.uk
London’s first Boutique social events club offering stylish, exclusive & memorable events

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