🤝 The Power of Partnership: How Quality Suppliers Elevate Every Corporate Event
What happens when you’re at an event and suddenly the screen goes black, or there’s a sudden security issue – maybe the big boss wants a specific sandwich? Even though we’d like to say we could handle any situation thrown at us, we don’t always have the time or expertise to deal with everything during a live event. That’s where we turn to our suppliers.
Choosing the right partners to assist you in executing a corporate event, whether it be big or small, is an essential step to get right in your planning process. You want to be able to rely on them to use their own initiative to deal with these situations if they arise. We only work with trusted, high-quality partners because they directly impact the guest experience, safety and brand reputation.
The Mocean approach to partnership
At Mocean, we look for partners who feel part of our team, not just a separate business working at an event. In reality, we all work together to pull off the events that we do, so the mutual agreement that we’re on the same team is vital. It’s taken us a few tries to find the right partners for us, and that’s important to note that you may have to try a few different people to really see who fits in with your team the best. Sometimes it’s as much about the people as it is about their processes and the way they work.
Of course, we have strict quality criteria that all of our partners live up to. That shared value of wanting to do the best job they possibly can, and a high level of professionalism, means that we have a level of trust in our partners to do the job right.
An important attribute to look for is reliability and consistency. At Mocean, we are constantly evaluating the level of quality, even if we’ve worked together for years – things can always change! Another thing we do not compromise on is Sustainability efforts. Protecting the planet is a core value at Mocean, and while everyone might not take it as seriously as we do, our suppliers must have their own procedures in place.
Whilst these are all important attributes to look out for, it’s also important to realise that these partnerships are a two-way street. You must lead by example with the values, commitment and quality that you want to attract. Make sure that you clearly communicate what you expect and what you want – nobody’s a mindreader!
Partner Spotlight
Let’s take a closer look at the partners we choose to work with and why they remain a trusted part of our team…
Security & Safety Partner
Corporate events can often come with security concerns, especially if it’s a high-profile client. This is very important to partner with the right people, as you and the client need to feel as though you’re in safe hands. We’ve worked with our security partner, Total Task Consultancy (TTC), for a number of years now. They offer bespoke corporate event security solutions and specialise in high-profile event security, as well as guest management and risk management.
Commenting on this partnership, Managing Partner Mick Lindsay said, “Exceptional corporate events are built on the strength of the partnerships behind them. Our collaboration with TTC represents this, combining their strategic expertise with our creative vision allows us to deliver experiences that are seamless, impactful and memorable.”
We recently worked together on a senior leadership event for a top FTSE 100 company. Due to the client’s profile and recent external factors, the security had to be carefully thought out, planned and executed. TTC created a safe and highly secure environment, which didn’t compromise the integrity of the event or the guest experience. One of the main reasons we love working with TTC is that, although security is a serious matter, they are likeable people who completely take the job off your hands. They carry it out in a professional yet approachable way, so that you, nor the client, feel under threat or worried.
Mick continues, “Strong partnerships aren’t just beneficial; they are essential to delivering events that exceed expectations. We’re excited to continue and strengthen our partnership with TTC.”
Food & Catering Partner
When it comes to lunchtime and everyone’s very hungry, the last thing you want to get wrong is your food supplier. This has taken us a few tries to get right, but we’ve finally found a great partner whom we love working with. They use fresh, high-quality ingredients and create innovative food options. All of which are presented beautifully. It’s also important that a food supplier can adjust to any dietary requirements with ease and be as adaptable as possible on the live event days.
AV partner
Mocean’s founder has worked with our AV partner for over 20 years now. They are the people who turn concepts into experiences. They take the creative brief and make it feel immersive. Elevating the blank canvas venues into a professional, engaging event space. What makes them a core part of our extended team is simple: they care about quality as much as we do. They bring the right balance of technical knowledge and creative problem-solving. This means they don’t just set up the kit; they anticipate changes, find smart solutions and ensure that every cue and transition is hit perfectly on time.
What these partnerships mean for clients
Having the right partners doesn’t just make your life easier – it’s integral for the client’s satisfaction and overall guest experience. Once you’ve found the right partners and continue to work with them, it provides consistency in the experiences your guests have. It guarantees a smoother process from start to finish and creates stronger delivery outcomes, which ultimately brings better guest satisfaction.
Overall, the partner companies you choose to work with at any corporate event are vital to how successful it is and how satisfied your customers are. If you’re looking for new partners, think about your own values and what’s most important to you in a work environment. This will help you know what to look out for. We are proud to have a team made up of high-quality partners who help us achieve our goals.
Mocean is a multi-award-winning creative agency specialising in sustainable corporate events, brand activation and strategic storytelling.
