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EventLAB Series: The Venue
In our second installment of our EventLAB Series [https://hirespace.com/blog/tag/eventlab//], we're taking a detailed look at the venue we've chosen for our very first EventLAB [https://hirespace.com/eventlab/] event. CodeNode [https://hirespace.com/Venues/London/76143/CodeNode] is the UK's largest venue dedicated to technology events. The venue has been designed to create an ideal space for networking, training, meetings and large conferences, with its relaxed vibe and urban interiors. It's
EventLAB Series: Introducing the Event
We're very excited to introduce EventLAB [https://eventlab.online/], our first two-day event designed to take event professionals through every step of the event planning process. We'll be bringing you the latest updates in the run-up to the event in our 'EventLAB Series' [https://hirespace.com/blog/tag/eventlab//], including relevant content and a little glimpse of the speakers, workshops and themes that will feature at the event. In the first instalment, we’ll explain all there is to know a
3 Reasons We Love Fisher Productions
Though you may not have heard of them by name, you will certainly have seen them. They lit up the dazzling Christmas lights at Heathrow's Terminal 2. They produced spectacular galas for the ATP Tennis Finals and for the BAFTAs. And some of their best production work – including lighting, staging, design, technical work and more – has been done at some of our favourite London venues. And each of them is another reason why the experienced and talented team at Fisher Productions [https://hirespac
Venue Review: Bluebird Chelsea
Situated on the ever-fashionable Kings Road Bluebird Chelsea [https://hirespace.com/Venues/London/611/Bluebird-Chelsea] has become a popular Chelsea hangout. Bluebird [https://hirespace.com/Venues/London/611/Bluebird-Chelsea] comprises of a main restaurant and bar, four private dining rooms, a café and a courtyard and when you can't bear to leave there's an onsite food store, wine cellar and bakery so you can take a little bit of Bluebird home with you. The venue has been recently refurbished
6 Reasons Why Venues Should Join Hire Space
Four years ago, we launched Hire Space to connect event venues with new customers easily via our online platform and Venue Expert service. We've come up with 6 reasons why Venue Managers might like working with Hire Space, and why venues should join the club [http://bit.ly/2kQaHEd]! 1. Best SEO in the Industry = High Web Traffic Our Marketing team has enhanced our site visibility on search engines and as a result 1.3M customers visited our web site in 2016 (7% higher than the previous year). Ou
RIEMY WAN 1 February 2017 
How to Add New Spaces to Your Venue Easily
Has your venue recently undergone a refurb or even more excitingly, launched a brand new event space for hire? Our Community Support team have compiled some top tips to help you add new space profiles easily on Hire Space. How to Add New Space(s) for Publishing Log in to your venue account on Hire Space [https://venues.hirespace.com/Account/Login] then head to the Spaces tab. Name your new space then click the button labeled Add a new space. Using Will's Studio as an example, the Spaces tab d
RIEMY WAN 31 January 2017 
Client Case Study: Ebury
In our latest case study, we talk to Charlotte Spokes, FX Dealer and Online Platform Account Manager at Ebury [https://www.ebury.com/], a global financial specialist. She discusses her experience booking an event through Hire Space – including which Venue Expert helped, and which cosy, après-ski-themed venue they decided on. What does Ebury do and what's your role? Ebury [https://www.ebury.com/] is a financial services company that supports growth through our FX, business lending and solutions
Unique Venue of the Month: Six Storeys on Soho
One storey of opulence won't do at this new, luxurious townhouse on the edge of Soho Square. Nor will five storeys, for that matter. Six Storeys on Soho [https://hirespace.com/Venues/London/75788/Six-Storeys-on-Soho], our Unique Venue of the Month, boasts no fewer than a sextet of levels on which to hold events, with each floor designed with individual character and dedicated to different occasions with distinct moods in mind. Based on the third floor, The Lounge [https://hirespace.com/Spaces
So you've been featured on the Hire Space blog?
You've been featured on the Hire Space blog [https://hirespace.com/blog] – woohoo! Hire Space promotes all of its blog content to its community of 100,000+ venue bookers, so you can be sure that lots and lots of people will read the feature. You're always welcome to ask us how we've promoted it – it's what we do best! There are a couple of things you can do to really maximise the impact of the content. Check them out: 1. Link to the feature from your website Third-party endorsements are a fan
Edward Poland 15 January 2017 
Client Case Study: Woof London
James Farmer is Company Director at Woof London [http://wooflondon.com/], a creative brand experience agency that's worked with globally renowned clients such as TopShop and Pimm's. Woof was asked by PR agency Kaper London [http://kaper.uk.com/] to help execute an event on behalf of their client, Etsy, the popular e-commerce business that specialises in homemade and vintage items. James chats with us about his experience booking the event through Hire Space [https://hirespace.com/]. What does
Venue Review: The Army & Navy Club
There's a definite mark of prestige within the walls of The Army & Navy Club [https://hirespace.com/Venues/London/1122/Army-Navy-Club], a traditional event space that boasts modern hosting facilities, as well as a rich history. This Military Members Club has been a home away from home for officers of the British Armed Forces and Commonwealth since the reign of Queen Victoria. Completely rebuilt in 1962, the space is nestled on iconic Pall Mall, on the verge of verdant St James's Park. The Duke
Unique Venue of the Month: One Marylebone
Sir John Soane may be one of the greatest architects in the Neo-Classical style that the world has ever seen. And in the early 1800s, he lent his formidable skill to designing Holy Trinity Church, as a symbol of celebrating the defeat of Napoleon. Today, that auspicious building is One Marylebone [https://hirespace.com/Spaces/London/85351/One-Marylebone/Soane-Hall/Weddings]. [https://hirespace.com/Spaces/London/85351/One-Marylebone/Soane-Hall/Weddings] This majestic, Grade-I listed former chu
Client Case Study: Bianca Huang
Bianca Huang, Event Organiser at global financial services firm, INTL FCStone, chats to us about her experience with Hire Space and our Venue Experts in booking her company Christmas party at Salters' Hall – one of our exclusive venues. Stream the audio of the interview here, or check out the highlights below. So, Bianca, can you tell us a little bit about what your company does? So we are a financial brokerage company. We broker deals between the exchange and customers. Mainly we focus in c
Venue Review: London Palladium
The London Palladium [https://hirespace.com/Spaces/London/128413/London-Palladium/Auditorium/Business] has been an iconic part of the capital since the early part of the 20th Century. In 1910, the majestic auditorium opened its doors, and in the following years would be known for its eclectic variety shows, including the Royal Variety Performance. Over the years, the biggest global acts of distinct talents would grace the stage – including Harry Houdini, Nat King Cole, Frank Sinatra and the Ma
10 Reasons Why Hire Space Venue Managers Are Events Superstars: Part II
Check out 10 Reasons Why Hire Space Venue Managers Are Events Superstars: Part I [https://hirespace.com/blog/10-reasons-why-hire-space-venue-managers-are-events-superstars-part-i/] 6. They're always, always on the ball However meticulous your scheduling and logistics planning is, things can still go wrong, problems can still arise, and it would be down to the venue manager to ensure that the event will go on as smoothly as possible. Jack Mayorcas at Tanner Warehouse [https://hirespace.com/Spac
RIEMY WAN 4 November 2016 
Unique Venue of the Month: The London Eye
This iconic, world-famous venue really needs no introduction. But then, that would make for a very short blog. We say "venue", but really it's a structure made up of 32 separate venues, all accommodating three to 25 people. These "passenger capsules" are unconventionally inviting choices for all manner of events, from celebrations with friends and family, to networking and corporate events. Whatever the occasion, the panoramic views of the London skyline from 135 metres in the air are unparalle
10 Reasons Why Hire Space Venue Managers Are Events Superstars: Part I
1. Whatever event you put on, they're always enthusiastic about it A Hire Space venue manager not only helps you set up a room, but also makes sure that your guests will have a memorable experience. Once, Harry Upton who's based at Madame Tussauds [https://hirespace.com/Venues/London/2592/Madame-Tussauds], hosted an after party for 750 Star Wars fans. Not exactly a fanatic himself... What did he do? He read up on everything Star Wars, got the DJ to mash up the saga's theme songs and everyone dan
RIEMY WAN 2 November 2016 
Venue Review: Octoberfest Pub
October may be coming to a close, but that doesn't mean a dang thing at Fulham's Octoberfest Pub [https://hirespace.com/Spaces/London/137952/Octoberfest-Pub/Whole-Venue/Events], where the Germanic vibes last throughout most of the year – in the form of a live oompah band, 60 authentic German beers, lederhosen-clad servers and more. [https://hirespace.com/Spaces/London/137952/Octoberfest-Pub/Whole-Venue/Events] During the week, an English twist is noticeable at the space, with live sport on t
Venue Marketing Series: SEO
Now that we’ve had a quick look at the beginnings of online marketing [https://hirespace.com/blog/venue-marketing-history/], it’s time to start looking at what you, as venue marketeers, can do to start bringing in brand new customers online. Your own website is the place to start, and you should play a big part in deciding how it looks. Whether you are building it yourself, or are outsourcing it to a web developer, it should be a reflection of your business - and you know that best! It should
Hire Space 31 October 2016 
Venue Marketing Series: LinkedIn
If Facebook is a scatter-gun, where your marketing can get to everyone, then LinkedIn is a sniper. It can pinpoint people precisely, on the basis of location, gender, but most importantly, their job. So, if you're after conferences, you can target conference planners. After meetings? You can target meeting planners. After weddings? You can target wedding planners. Here's how. LinkedIn is a business-focused platform, and so it attracts people who are in a high-income bracket, as well as those
Hire Space 20 October 2016 
Venue Review: Imperial College
As one of the world's leading educational institutions, Imperial College is a leading voice in the exploration of science, engineering, medicine and business. And with alumni including the likes of Alexander Fleming, H.G. Wells and of course, the legend that is Brian May, the College has a lot to shout about. Aside from its educational roots, Imperial is also a highly respected event space. Besides it's impressive Sherfield Building [https://hirespace.com/Venues/London/1861/Imperial-College-She
Unique Venue of the Month: Shoreditch Platform
It's no secret that Shoreditch is in a league of its own when it comes to innovative venues. And the area's newest addition, Shoreditch Platform [https://hirespace.com/Spaces/London/137494/Shoreditch-Platform/], is no exception to the rule. Located at the heart of East London's creative quarter, this inventive loft space is a treat for the eyes for creatives and non-creatives alike. Designed by award-winning architect Alex Meitlis and artist Ivo Bisignano, it's no wonder that Shoreditch Platfor
Optimising Venue Profiles for Customer Searches
As a keen advocate for your venue, you might wonder about your profile's marketing exposure from time to time. Our Community Support team have compiled some top tips to help you optimise your venue profiles for customers. Big Q: Is My Venue Profile Published? Head to hirespace.com [https://hirespace.com], where customers carry out their venue searches. Click the green Search button on our homepage and then click More Filters. Run a search using the Venue Name filter and click Show Results.
RIEMY WAN 10 October 2016 
Venue Marketing Series: Pinterest
As a venue, you should have some beautiful, professional photos. And not just of the whole of your space - even the little things, the trinkets, the details, the touches that make your venue what it is. But are you making the most of them? Pinterest is the photographer's paradise. It's a place of strong hues, inventive ideas and beautiful images. It's a place that, for venues, is the ideal landscape to get people excited about what you can offer to everyone planning their event. Here's a step-
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