EVENTS TOOLKIT Guidelines for organising an event at UCL Corporate Events UCL Communications and

Why, What, Where, When and Who? Before beginning to plan your event it is important to determine what messages you are trying to communicate to your audience and whether an event is the most effective way to communicate this information. Event aims and objectives The first stage of organising an event is setting clear and measurable objectives, why you are holding the event and what you are aiming to achieve from it? These will also serve as useful post-event measurement criteria when evaluating whether the activity was successful. Target audience and key messages Who would you like to attend your event and what would information would you like to give to them? Do you have access to a contact database which fits your audience profile, if not what resources will be required to obtain/compile this? A clearly defined target audience will help shape the format and content of your event. Thinking about what you would like them to take away from the event will help you to plan the key messaging which should remain clear and consistent throughout your event marketing, event programme and post event activity. Budget Do you have an event budget and funds available to cover the costs associated with your event? Event location The location of your event will be subject to a number of factors such as the number of attendees, format, budget, seasonality and availability. Will the event be held at UCL or at an external venue? 1. UCL Room Bookings The Room and Conference Booking Office are responsible for all centrally bookable space in UCL and will be able to provide you with a full list of venues at UCL and their capacities. You can check availability and book space online or contact the team directly at Room Bookings and tel +44 (0) (internal: 41819) to discuss your requirements further.onlineRoom Bookings 2. External Venues The Corporate Events team has experience of using a range of external venues and can offer you advice about possible venues, or what criteria to consider when sourcing off campus venues. You may find it useful to complete an Event Request Form to assist with objective setting. The Corporate Events Team will require a completed form containing as much detail as possible before discussing your event further.Event Request Form

UCL Corporate Events Team The UCL Corporate Events Team manages a diverse portfolio of events designed to raise the profile of UCL, attract key target audiences to UCL and to provide a platform on which to build productive working relationships with these audiences. How can the Corporate Events team help you? UCL’s Corporate Events Team are experienced in managing a wide range of events, from high profile lectures, panel discussions and conferences, to royal and state visits, building openings, formal receptions and dinners as well as international events. Event Management The team can provide event management for UCL departments that are organising corporate and high profile events. Event Consultancy The team can also provide an advisory events management service to help you deliver an event that maximises your event objectives. The Corporate Events Team can also advise about security and protocol for special events such as royal or state visits. Please submit a completed Event Request Form with regards to the above services, after which you will be contacted by an Events Manager to discuss your event requirements further.Event Request Form UCL Events Network The aim of the UCL Events Network is share our expertise with colleagues and inform them of the services that we provide. The network provides an opportunity for any UCL staff member who has responsibility for organising events, to engage and exchange knowledge with the UCL Corporate Events Team and other UCL colleagues who organise events across UCL. Please to join the Event Marketing We can assist with the promotion of UCL events aimed at a public audience using a number of publicity tools managed by the team. These include: Brain Food UCL’s public events leaflet (produced termly)Brain Food UCL’s public events e-newsletter (produced monthly)UCL’s public events e-newsletter Public events online calendar Events blog Events & Public Engagement YouTube page

Event Branding UCL branded event materials are a great way of helping your event look professional and consistent with the UCL brand image. Loan of display materials: We have a range of display materials including branded tablecloths and pop-up banners which are available for use by all UCL Departments at no cost. Submit a display materials requestSubmit a display materials request Branded Merchandise: A selection of branded merchandise is available for purchase from the team (subject to availability): Pens A4 cardboard folders USB sticks UCL branded dinner name place cards Name badge wallets, clips and branded inserts* Name badges* Attendee name badges can help staff and guests identify each other quickly and easily. Here is a step-by-step guide for creating UCL name badges.step-by-step guide For larger quantities please purchase directly from the suppliers as follows: Branded badge inserts: Print Data Solutions, tel +44 (0) Print Data Solutions Name badge wallets and clips: Identilam, tel +44 (0) Identilam Templates A range of templates are available to assist you with organising a professional event, these include: Event action plan – effective for detailing all tasks for completion, setting deadlines and outlining who is accountable for each itemEvent action plan Event running order – this should contain every detail about the event, the time that everything is scheduled to happen and who is responsible for this, the master running order can then be tailored towards event stakeholders to ensure everyone is using the same information (e.g. AV, catering, porters, security and event stewards etc.) Senior management and speaker briefings – provide an overview of key event details, highlighting important information and actions Room plans – How should the event space be set up? Particularly useful for the porters when setting out /clearing away furniture. Think about entrance/exit points, flow of guests, fire regulations, registration desk, positioning of branding, stage, cloakroom and catering etcRoom plans Directional signage - Clear directional signage is crucial for event attendees. We recommend that you print your signage on A3 paper so they fit in the A-frame sign stands (which need to be booked through the porters in advance)Directional signage Panel tent cards and reserved seating signsPanel tent cards reserved seating signs Menus and name place cards – help maintain a professional image if you are organising a dinnerMenus Please contact us at or tel+ 44 (0) for more information, to request templates and to discuss your individual

UCL Services Audio Visual The Audiovisual Centre supports Audio Visual and IT facilities in UCL's centrally-bookable spaces. The Audio Visual Centre can be contacted by ing centrally-bookable Equipment available for loan includes: Data Projectors Digital Audio Recorders DVD players Laptop computers Microphones Camcorders PRS Voting Systems Public address (P.A.) systems Teleconference Phone For advice about AV equipment and capability please contact av- The Room Bookings team will be able to advise you about what equipment is available in centrally bookable spaces.Room Bookings Creative Media Services Provides digital and creative media services to all of UCL, including photography, video, design and print. The team should be your point of contact with regards to queries about filming and event live streaming. Services offered: Design Media production Photography Poster production and printing Information about the costs of these services can be found on the UCL website.UCL website Contact Creative Media ServicesCreative Media Services Catering Sodexo are UCL’s preferred supplier for hospitality and events. They have a range of menus available suitable for daily refreshments, sandwich lunches fine dining events and canapé receptions and are also able to provide bespoke menus. Visit for more information and the the hospitality brochure, and to place orders. For all catering enquiries please or contact the Refectory Office on extension

UCL Resources Room Bookings The Room and Conference Bookings Office is responsible for all centrally bookable rooms in UCL. Information about UCL's centrally-bookable space including photographs, availability and existing bookings can be found on the UCL website. Contact Room Bookings at tel +44 (0) (internal: 41819). UCL website. Please note: UCLU societies will need to contact the Union to request space. Estates & Facilities Portering The UCL Portering Service is able to carry out light removals and deliveries, small scale office moves and the setting up of rooms for functions and events. UCL Portering Service Requests for portering services should be made to the Customer Services Centre using the Service Request Form available on the UCL Estates website.Customer Services CentreService Request Form If the items are particularly heavy or the job involves a large amount to be moved i.e. you cannot lift them yourself, you’ll need to make this clear in your request. The normal portering service is available on the Bloomsbury Campus from 08.00am-16.00pm, Monday - Friday. Support at other times and to other UCL sites may be possible but is subject to workloads and availability of resources It is advisable to book the porters at least 4 working days in advance of when you need their services. Cleaning To ensure that your event runs smoothly and looks professional it is recommended that you contact Cleaning Services to ensure that any areas that you plan to use are thoroughly cleaned shortly before the event and any rubbish cleared away afterwards.Cleaning Services Request for cleaning services should be made by contacting or using the Service Request Form. Request Form Parking and security UCL Security Officers are available 24 hours a day to assist members of UCL with their queries. The contact for security at UCL is Mark West in Security Services who will be able to arrange for his staff to be present at an event and advise about any specific protocol.Mark West Security Services Car spaces are bookable through the Customer Services Centre on extension ( externally). Maps and directions

External Suppliers and Useful Links External Suppliers UCL have a number of contracted suppliers, a number of which the Events Team work with to deliver events. UCL Contracted Suppliers ListUCL Contracted Suppliers List Blue Sky Flowers – flowers are a simple and effective way of dressing your event space. Contact Liz Inigo-Jones, tel Torpedo Factory Group – AV and multimedia specialists experienced in providing technical equipment, set up and support for a range event formats. Contact Lee Baxter, tel Jacobs Massey – providers of AV technical support for out of hours events, or events requiring technical support for the duration of the programme. tel Useful Links There a number of tools and applications to assist you with delivering a smooth running and professional event. Please see listed below some recommendations you may find useful. Eventbrite – useful for events which require guest pre-booking and also for managing event attendance Bitly – URL shortener and link management. Useful for promoting your event and information using social media Survey Monkey – Keeping in touch with your event attendees and gathering feedback

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