January Corporate Kick-Off Party Ideas

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The way your business goes into 2020 sets the tone for the year to come. Show your clients and employees you’re ready for a successful year with an elegant, off-the-charts kick-off party. From roaring cocktail receptions to full-service sit-down dinners, the Mugwump team partners with companies all over Jacksonville to create momentum going into the new year.

3 Event Trends You Have To Try This Holiday Season

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Right about now is when people all over Jacksonville start to consider their holiday plans. Where will you feast in November and open gifts in December? But just as importantly, is it your turn to host the holiday party of the season?

Unique Rentals To Make Your NYE Memorable

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New Year’s Eve is one of the most magical nights of the year in Jacksonville. Event companies partner with enthusiastic hosts each year to transform homes and venues into glistening parties. Before you stock up on Champagne and splurge on streamers, you must first choose the perfect decor.

Wedding Decor That Will Transform Your Venue

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Congratulations! If you’re reading this, there’s a good chance you’re the bride or groom. It’s easy to overwhelm yourself with every little detail that goes into wedding planning. Between the flowers and the first dance, it’s nearly impossible to plan a wedding on your own.

How To: Throw A Killer Holiday Party!

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Everybody’s favorite time of year is right around the corner. You know what that means? Parties, parties, and more parties! From quaint dinner gatherings to outrageous holiday blowouts, your social calendar is sure to overflow the next few months.

What the Best Event Production Pros Do (and You Should, Too)

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It takes an *expertly trained and well-educated* village to produce large-scale events. There are certain times it’s appropriate for you or your best friend to run the show, and then there are times best left to the professionals. If your event requires a large venue, event rentals, and live entertainment, our best advice is to partner with Jacksonville’s event production pros.

5 Up-and-Coming Trends in the Event Industry

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Events of every budget and size are challenging the norm and incorporating bold, forward-thinking trends. Event companies all over Jacksonville love to provide clients with never-before-seen decor and features. From edgy furniture to unique themes, the Mugwump team is here with the top event trends of the season.

Event Rentals: Expectations vs. Reality

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We’re all about using event rentals of all kinds to create outstanding events for our clients. When an event in Jacksonville seamlessly merges a beautiful venue with top-quality event rentals, the outcome is unbelievable. If you’re in the market for event rentals for an upcoming event and have no clue what to expect, we’re here to ease your nerves.

The Next Big Thing in Corporate Event Planning

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Companies of all sizes have thrown galas, parties, and events for many decades. Although, not much has really changed in Jacksonville’s corporate event planning space for quite some time…until this year. 2019 has been an exciting year of design innovation and tech advancements at Mugwump.

The Ultimate Guide to Corporate Event Planning

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Your boss just tasked you with the responsibility of throwing a big holiday party for the company. Before you begin to panic and call your mom for guidance, take a deep breath and delegate to an event planning professional. There are a million decisions that go into corporate event planning.

Don’t Skip These Immersive Event Touchpoints

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It’s important to take a minute and think about what your guest’s journey through the event is really like. From the minute they receive an invitation to the last car pulling out of the venue, how has their experience been? Touchpoints are communications (even where there’s no physical interaction) that change the way an attendee feels about you, your product, or your event.

Event Entertainment for Audiences of All Ages

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The entertainment for an event is a heavy contender in the race for best event features. It’s not always about the flowers, venue, or food (although, those are certainly close seconds!) All of that excitement around your entertainment choice comes with a whole lot of pressure.

How to Creatively Stage Your Conference

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The heavy focus on professionalism when planning a conference can quickly distract from the opportunity for creativity. No matter the size or budget of your event, there are simple ways to stage your conference that automatically improve the event experience.

How to Choose the Right Corporate Event Entertainment

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Company-hosted events are a great place to swap business cards and discuss new project ideas, but they should also encourage coworkers to let loose in an out-of-office setting. The goal of any company in Jacksonville is to create an event experience that employees talk about for months.

7 Major Dos and Don’ts of Corporate Event Planning

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Planning an event of any kind can be an incredibly difficult undertaking. Event professionals spend years mastering the craft of corporate event planning so you don’t have to. From the first discussions about your company’s vision for the event, it’s important to keep a few expert tips in mind.

Top 10 Tips to Planning the Perfect Beach Wedding

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Beach weddings are always one for the books! Beautiful scenery, and warm sandy beaches – it’s the perfect setting for a day to remember. Whether you’re a do-it-yourselfer or you have hired an amazing planner, here are our 10 best tips for making sure that your beach wedding is one to remember!