Event Solutions
Special Events
With Ricker Duval Event Solutions, you can be confident that your event, regardless of size or occasion, is executed with professionalism, style, and distinction.
Special Events Come in A Variety of Shapes, Sizes, and Purposes
Some events may be an opportunity to show off your business, while others might an opportunity to celebrate success. The experienced professionals at Ricker Duval are seasoned in planning, producing, and managing events of all styles, and will ensure both the client and event attendees are pleased with the results.
The Ricker Duval Event Services provide:
- Creative and Imaginative Options
- Focused Event Promotion
- Event Coordination
- Set-up and Breakdown Services
Whether the event is a business or private affair, Ricker Duval’s personal-touch management will handle each detail from an initial brainstorming meeting to completion and tear-down.
Our Process for all Event Services
Designing, coordinating, and managing your corporate or private special event begins with a face-to-face discussion regarding your specific goals, theme, and how you visualize an ideal outcome.
With your objectives firmly in place, Ricker Duval will:
- Internalize the mission or purpose of your event
- Help select a right-sized venue that enables the appropriate activity
- Present a detailed, written event plan, including timetable and scheduling, as well as budget for the event, and make changes, as requested
- Addressing of of any/all special needs and accommodations necessary to ensure every attendee is included in your event
- Collaborate with you the message you want attendees to take away. Every participant should understand why the meeting was held, the central message, and have learned something positive about your company or organization
Some of the practical, hands-on services we offer include:
- Organizing food and beverage catering services
- Coordinating décor and equipment rentals
- Organizing entertainment and speakers
- Managing promotion and invitations
- Facilitating all activities during the event
- Planning a memorable or emotional moment during the event
- As appropriate, establish repeatability for the event. We specialize in annual fundraising and community style events.
- Oversee breakdown and wrap-up
From start to finish, Ricker Duval can ensure every aspect of your special event goes off without a hitch.
Get In Touch
Contact Ricker Duval for Your Special Event Consultation
Ricker Duval Business Solutions is headquartered in central Connecticut, and serves businesses and individuals throughout Southern New England and beyond.
We show the same commitment to the exceptionality of your special events that you would yourself.
Whether you need comprehensive event planning and management services, from idea through breakdown, planning help to get your event moving, day-of management, or some combination thereof, Ricker Duval’s event professionals will work with you to create the ideal balance for your event, ensuring it’s memorable and that you and your attendees are beyond pleased.
Contact us today to see how we can ensure your event is the one people will be talking about for years to come!
Event Services
Event Planning
When the Stakes are High, Work with a True Professional for Event Planning
We have all been to events that were beautifully organized, that delighted all attendees. These well-staged, exceptionally executed, and deeply memorable events all have one thing in common: excellent planning.
The advantages that Ricker Duval brings to your event are:
Experience
Focus
Imagination
Creativity
High-Quality Vendor Contacts
Full Commitment
Sensitivity to Special Needs
Corporate Event Planning
Your corporate event, regardless of size, needs to embrace and represent your company and your brand. As experienced event planners, the Ricker Duval professionals have successfully planned a variety of corporate events. Some of these include:
The mission of any special business gathering is to create a comfortable environment that accurately demonstrates your organization’s commitment to quality, respect for the participants, and projecting a positive impression.
Ricker Duval works to understands your goals and, as with all their other professional business support functions, will incorporate the diverse talents and experience of the founders to ensure the best possible outcome.
Private Event Planning
A private event can range from an intimate family gathering to a large celebratory bash. This style of event can also vary greatly and include a client commitment to success. With Ricker Duval, your private event will be more than just a party, it will be an experience. Regardless of size or season, we have experience planning private:
- Weddings
- Anniversaries
- Retirements
- Birthdays
- Memorials
- Holiday celebrations of all types – Winter holidays, New Year, Halloween, etc.
- Sweet Sixteens / Quinceañeras
- Bar and Bat Mitzvahs
- Baby and wedding showers / Jack & Jills
- Bachelor/ette Parties
- Wine/Beer/Liquor Tastings And more!
When choosing a private event planner, it’s essential to select a planner who will embrace your event as their own. When you hire Ricker Duval to help plan your event, rest assured that we will always treat your private event as we would one of our many own.
Event Services
Event Management
From set-up to breakdown, vendor management, registration, ticketing, timing and presentations, trust Ricker Duval to manage your event seamlessly.
When Your Event Must Be Exceptional
Rely on the event management professionals of Ricker Duval to ensure your event is executed above and beyond your expectations and those of your attendees. Our event management services can be uniquely tailored to the event you have in mind, whether they are combined with our event planning services, or standalone day-of services.
Contact us to learn more about event management and how we can execute on your event. Sample management services include:
Pre-Event
- Helping to write event script (as needed)
- Working with any organization and venue staff
- Reiterate any event or brand messaging as needed
- Managing, communicating with, and assisting any additional external vendors
- Establishing a “work room” for the day’s activities
- Positioning all signage (sponsor banners placed according to agreement)
- Setting table décor (centerpieces, programs, give aways, table numbers) or overseeing vendor for same
- Setting stage décor (positioning of tables, podium, back-drops, water on lectern for speakers, flowers, etc.) or overseeing vendor for same
- Setting registration table
- Testing all AV technology or working with external vendor for same
- Testing all AV technology or working with external vendor for same
- Holding a program rehearsal as necessary (greet presenters and give them access to staging)
- Ensuring all VIP’s are in place and have scripts and/or event schedules
- Confirming food and beverage have been set-up and are ready for operation
- Confirming trash and recycling bins have been placed throughout the site (if applicable)
During Event
- Working as point of contact with all vendors, liase with client as necessary
- Managing registration or seating chart table
- Helping direct attendees and answer any questions or concerns they might have
- Work alongside venue staff
- Manage and oversee event schedule
- Liase with VIPs, speakers, and other event spotlight participants
- Manage and alleviate any unforeseen practical occurrences
Post-Event
- Décor, staging, and venue breakdown
- Assist in cleanup as necessary
- Retrieval of any/all requested event souvenirs for stakeholders
- Event recap with vendors
- Event recap and feedback with client
Get In Touch
Contact Ricker Duval for Your Special Event Consultation
Ricker Duval Business Solutions is headquartered in central Connecticut, and serves businesses and individuals throughout Southern New England and beyond.
We show the same commitment to the exceptionality of your special events that you would yourself.
Whether you need comprehensive event planning and management services, from idea through breakdown, planning help to get your event moving, day-of management, or some combination thereof, Ricker Duval’s event professionals will work with you to create the ideal balance for your event, ensuring it’s memorable and that you and your attendees are beyond pleased.
Contact us today to see how we can ensure your event is the one people will be talking about for years to come!
Hire a Team of Professionals, But Pay Only for What You Need
Outsourcing company and personal functions that will distract from your company mission is important.
Working with the professionals from Ricker Duval Business Solutions will:
- Ease the stress of trying to stay current with non-core activities
- Provide expert, experienced input for marketing and financial decisions
- Enhance your company’s reputation and bring a sharp, clear focus to your company image
From Financial Management to Marketing Support and more, making the Ricker Duval professionals a silent partner in your endeavor with a customized program of support will enhance your company’s performance while upgrading your image.
Contact us to discuss ways that Ricker Duval may help you reach your goals.