WIZMO, INC.
EVENT PLAN PROPOSAL
Presented by:
December 4, 2011
Event Objectives
 The ultimate goal is to
implement an innovative event
that will bring the employees
together.
 The aim and objective of the
day is to allow all levels of
employees and generations to
meet and work together to
build teambuilding skills, and
relationships.
 GWU Team 7 Creations will
provide Wizmo, Inc employees
a sense of involvement and
confidence about the merger
after the conclusion of the
event.
Purpose of Event
 To provide Wizmo, Inc employees a sense of involvement
confidence about the merger.
 To allow all levels of employees and generations to meet
and work together to build teambuilding skills and
practices.
 To increase overall employee satisfaction with the event,
ultimately leading to the improvement of productivity and
effectiveness.
 To have a successful event and as a result make this an
annual event.
The Event
Wizmo, Inc.
Event Summary
 Event Name: The Past, Present and Future of Wizmo, Inc.
 When: July 8, 2012
 Where: Washington, D.C. and Arlington, VA.
 Theme: Scavenger Hunt and Awards Luncheon
 Time : 8:00am – 5:30pm
 Event Participants - 300 Wizmo, Inc employees
GWU Team 7 Creations Presents
Scavenger Hunt Activities
A Novel Experience – A surprise
scavenger hunt is a novel experience for
the employees to participate in.
Natural History Museum
A Chance to See Something Unique –
Conducting the scavenger hunt in the
Smithsonian Museums is a chance for the
employees to see something unique.
Past – Explore Ancient….Understand
The Opportunity to Meet Others –
Working as randomly selected teams will
give the employees the opportunity to
meet new people within the company
and share their experiences.
A Learning Experience – Hunting for
clues in the Smithsonian Museums will
give the employees the opportunity to
learn something new about the museums
and each other.
American History
Wizmo, Inc Past
Air and Space Museum
Present– Explore what it
means to be an American today….
Embrace the company
Wizmo has become!
Future – Explore Air and Space…
Reach for your future at Wizmo, Inc!
Overview of the Event Schedule
8:00am –
Employees
depart from
Wizmo, Inc
headquarters
in D.C.
9:30am – Scavenger
Hunt Pep Rally
at Air and Space
Museum IMAX
Theatre
Air and Space
Museum
10:00am –
Scavenger Hunt
begins!!!!
American History
Museum
1:30pm –
Awards
Ceremony and
Luncheon at the
new Wizmo, Inc.
Warehouse
Natural History
Museum
4:30pm –
Employees depart
from Luncheon
back to
Headquarters in
D.C.
The Awards Luncheon Celebration
Where: New Wizmo, Inc Warehouse,
Arlington, VA.
Theme: Celebrate Wizmo, Inc
with and American style
Time: 1:30pm – 4:30pm
Let the celebration begin! The
purpose of the luncheon is to allow
the new management to unveil the
new warehouse and new company
logo, promote the new merger,
communicate the future vision of
the company and reward the
employees for hard work and
dedication.
The Awards Luncheon Plan
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Entertainment
– The country blue grass band will play
throughout lunch in order to
increase the merriment had by all
Catering
– Old fashion American BBQ buffet
Décor
– Themed centerpieces and a variety
country style décor will be
presented throughout the
warehouse
Speakers
– CEO and Board Members will take to
the stage to present the past,
present, and future of Wizmo, Inc.
Awards Ceremony
– CEO and Board Members will
present awards to all employees and
winners of the Scavenger Hunt.
The Entertainment
• Entertainment
– The Honeybirds country blue
grass band from
Charlottesville, VA.
• Catering
– Red Hot and Blue Catering
• Décor
– GWU Team 7 Creations Idea
Team
– 1-800-Florist
– AAA Party Rentals
• Transportation – BLS Limo
The Announcement!
We are thrilled to announce:
Wizmo, Inc’s
1st
Employee Day:
• Email Announcements
• Banner Design
• Facebook/Twitter Page
The Details are….
But…
will be provided
Don’t forget it’s…. Wear comfy walking shoes…
SO……
at 8:00am !
Wizmo, Inc’s
1st
Employee Day:
Friday, June 8, 2012
So, join us on
Friday, June 8, 2012
for day of….
GWU Team 7 Creations Event Design
 GWU Team 7 Creations will design the event and ensure the smooth running of all aspects of:
advertising and marketing
safety and security concerns
securing venues
identifying risks and hazards
caterers
event staging
entertainment
evaluations
decorations
staffing
 We are committed to giving back to the community by providing a sustainable green
event by:
– Minimizing the use of print materials
– Teaming with vendors to purchase re-usable table covers, serving plates and
utensils, etc.
– We will ensure recyclable bins are provided for luncheon event;
– Donate leftover food to the Arlington Food Organization (AFAC:
http://www.afac.org.
GWU Team 7 Creations Key Staff
Charlene Arrillaga – Event Manager
Patricia Kaylor - Event Manager
Begum Deger - Event Manager
GWU Team 7 Creations Team has a total of 30 years of Event Planning experience.
We specialize in social, corporate, government, and trade show events.
Some of our special creations have been seen at the National Geographic 2010
Annual Award Ceremony Gala at the Wardman Park Marriott, Washington D.C., 4 of
July Celebration at the Washington Capitol, Inauguration Ball at the Hilton,
Washington D.C., Redskins Football Team annual awards luncheon, Cherry Blossom
Brunch with the stars at the White House, Washington D.C.
GWU Team 7 Creations
Commitment to You!
GWU Team 7 Creations is pleased to have this opportunity to organize the
Wizmo, Inc. merger celebration. We understand that the merger between
The Garrison Gizmo, Co. and The Wilke Widget, Co. Is important for the future
success of the organization. GWU Team 7 Creations is in a position to provide
an event that will bring 300 employees together to boost morale and
confidence. At GWU Team 7 Creations , we specialize in the design and
execution of special events within the Washington D.C. area. Our team has
years of experience in the social event market and our company was named
one of the top 25 meeting and event planning firms in the Washington, DC
Metropolitan area by the Washington Business Journal.
We feel confident that this will be an event to be remembered by all of your
employees.
Thank you – GWU Team 7 Creations