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EventSummit 2020

EventSummit

EventSummit
VKOZ events & communication

Brewing concepts in Ahoy Rotterdam

EventSummit is a large one-day platform for the entire festival and event industry. This time the fair was organised in Ahoy Rotterdam after the great success in 2019. VKOZ events & communication took part in this on January 30, 2020. We had our own stand on the so-called Rotterdam Street. This is a square where various Rotterdam locations were located with their stand. This square was located in the ‘Cities & Regions’ hall.

Our goal during EventSummit was to surprise and inspire visitors with our activation ‘Here we brew our concepts’. This was also the theme of VKOZ for the fair. This is because we are located in the monumental Heineken building in Rotterdam.

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Winning prizes in the Rotterdam Street

The 13.500 m2 exhibition floor was clearly arranged in themes such as entertainment, technology, locations, festivals and further divided into streets. Together with Rotterdam Partners, RDM Events, Hilton, ss Rotterdam, Wereldmuseum, Spido, De Doelen, Maritiem Museum, Luxor Theater, Theater Rotterdam and many more Rotterdam stands, we provided an unforgettable experience.

We took the brewing of our concepts very literally: in our stand we were brewing live with the visitors. We thought along with them and brainstormed about their events. In addition, commissioned by EventSummit and in collaboration with Rotterdam Partners, we had developed an interactive concept that created more commotion in the street. We stood on the central square with our grab bag game: a large beer keg filled with various small and large prizes from the 28 Rotterdam exhibitors. To be able to grab, the visitor first had to win a game of memory by finding the right event locations. We have made many visitors happy with great prizes.

Rotterdammers got to know each other better

It was a great moment to strengthen our relationship with the Rotterdam Partners during the event. Through our activation we ensured good visibility of the Rotterdam Street at EventSummit.

Watch the after movie here

"We connect you to Rotterdam."
Rotterdam Partners

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Rotterdam Partners. They represent Rotterdam in the field of city marketing: foreign companies, conferences, expats, tourists and promotion.

Did you know...
VKOZ, as a professional conference organiser, organises conferences in Rotterdam for foreign organisations? See the PCO page for more information.

Want to know more?
Watch the video of the Rotterdam Ahoy Convention Center: a brand new conference center with lots of possibilities.

In recent years we have organised live online and hybrid events in Rotterdam, the Netherlands and abroad.
Want to know more? Get inspired:

RIEC Rotterdam

HYBRID CONFERENCE
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London Educator Recruitment Fair

London Recruitment Fair

London Educator Recruitment Fair
Council of International Schools

Recruiters presented their school

London Educator Recruitment Fair is an annual event organised by the recruitment department of the CIS (Council of International Schools). They are a global membership organisation working together to shape international education through services for schools, universities and individuals. Approximately 600 recruiters presented their schools during these four days. VKOZ has been working regularly for CIS since 2015 and has provided project management and production for this event.  

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Hotel room converted into an interview room

This fair was unique because of several parts that made it different. For example, we had rented The Grange St Paul’s Hotel where 250 room became a location for job interviews. The rooms had to be adapted with a desk and two chairs, making it an interview room instead of a hotel room. Participants could make appointments for the job interviews. In the large Atrium there were three large screens on which we had written a communication plan, we looked at to see when and what we wanted to show on the screens.  

The schools and universities first presented themselves during the workshops. Afterwards, the candidates could register for job interviews during the fair. In addition, there were separate lounges with all kinds of facilities, such as digital boards with job offers on them, and a number of guest speakers who gave lectures on subjects within education. The CIS was also available for candidates who needed advice.  

New jobs and new opportunities

During this event, the internet and technology were very important. Due to the various digital resources and our event app, the event went off without a hitch. Our event app was used a lot for the program, but especially for connecting. The location was perfect for the event, therefore it was used for this fair for several years. Due to the unique set-up of the event, most job offers were filled!

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Candidates could turn to CIS experts for questions and advice.

"A very sincere thank you for all your hard work, your commitment to this event and your care and attention."
Pauline O'Brien, CIS

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Communication. Read our blog about inspiring people with a strong communication plan. This before, during and after your event.

VKOZ communicatie app

Did you know...
The event app is the perfect tool to connect people? This way you can also increase the impact of your event! 

Want to know more?
Check out the options for corporate events at The Grange ST Pauls’s Hotel in London. Also a beautiful hotel to stay in.

In recent years we have organised live online and hybrid events in Rotterdam, the Netherlands and abroad.
Want to know more? Get inspired:

CHIO Rotterdam

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CIS Global Forum Vienna

INTERNATIONAL CONGRESS
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Ladiesrun Rotterdam

Ladiesrun Rotterdam

Ladiesrun Rotterdam
Like2Run

Success in coordinating running

After the success of co-producing the Marathon Rotterdam in 2012, VKOZ was asked to coordinate the Ladies Run in Rotterdam. It was important that we coordinated the volunteers around the event. We have now contributed to three editions. 

The Ladies Run has been organised since 2006 and is an annual event. Both the start and finish are at Rotterdam Ahoy and the women who participate (and are dressed in pink) can choose from three distances: 5 km, 7.5 km and 10 km. 

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Pink Ribbon is central to this day

With this event, the runners can support Pink Ribbon. Pink Ribbon is a charity that raises money for projects and research to prevent and treat breast cancer.

In addition to the course, there was a fair in Ahoy, called Ladiesfair. The VKOZ office was held in Ahoy this day. We looked at the lively exhibition floor and we could enjoy the music and everyone in pink! 

Women run all over the country

During Pink Ribbon Day, where everyone is encouraged to wear pink and take a moment to think about the disease for which Pink Ribbon raises money, this edition has been organised in other cities. For example, the Ladies Run can not only be run in Rotterdam, but also in Eindhoven, Utrecht and Groningen.

Watch the aftermovie of the event here.

"Run a smile on your face."

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Sponsors. They are an important part of the success of public events. But how do you attract sponsors for your event? Read our blog for several tips.

Did you know...
Rotterdam Ahoy is also used as a location for sporting events? The ABN AMRO tennis tournament also takes place there!

Want to know more?
Check out the Pink Ribbon website to find out more about what they stand for and what great things they do.  

In recent years we have organised live online and hybrid events in Rotterdam, the Netherlands and abroad.
Want to know more? Get inspired:

Marathon Rotterdam

SPORTS EVENT

CHIO Rotterdam

RELATION AND SPORTS EVENT
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