
I talk to people every day about offering valet parking service for private events. One of the most common objections I hear is "We don't NEED valet -- there is plenty of parking."
Yes - there are times when valet parking service is a solution to a challenging parking situation.
Other times, most times... it is a simple courtesy extended to the guests of the event, that changes their arrival & departure experience, that creates a wonderful first impression of the entire event. It lets guests know that the host was concerned about their experience, from the moment they arrived until the last goodbyes were over.
Today, Elite Management Services had the honor of providing valet parking services for a private event held at the
Ritz Charles in Carmel, Indiana. It was a small group, about 100 guests -- and yes, there was plenty of parking available. BUT...
Today it was RAINING. Cold, cloudy, fall rain -- the kind that leaves a chill in the air even indoors, where the heat should provide comfort from the wet 44 degree day.
And the event -- it was a 90th birthday party. This meant there were guests of all ages, including quite a few elderly folks, and quite a few walkers, canes and wheelchairs. In other words, quite a few guests who would not have appreciated the long walk across a cold wet parking lot.
Luckily, the event planning staff at the Ritz Charles knew their client, understood the guest list, and knew what Indiana weather can be like in November. They called on Elite Management Services to ensure that guests were able to drive right up to the front door, stay out of the rain, and get straight into the beautifully decorated party. And of course, that meant every guest was able to get back into a dry, already warmed-up car when they were ready to head home.
THANK YOU to the Ritz Charles, for giving Elite Management Services the opportunity to help make it a wonderful party.
If you're planning an event -- whether its a small gathering at your home or a larger group at a professional event venue -- call me. Let's talk about how valet parking services can ensure the best arrivals & departures for the night.
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