Do You NEED Valet Parking Service?

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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Wishing On Stars

Elite Management Services valet parking teams are used to providing valet parking for worthwhile fundraising events. We're used to providing valet parking services at the best restaurants in Indianapolis. And we're used to valet parking cars for many of Indianapolis' favorite faces -- including many of the Indianapolis Colts players.

But it is still exciting when you get to combine all three in one fantastic night!

Last week was the 7th Annual WISHING ON STARS event, benefiting the Indiana Children's Wish Fund. Reggie Wayne of the Indianapolis Colts hosted the event, which was held at Mo's A Place For Steaks. Reggie, along with many other celebrities including Colts & Pacers players, "waiting on" guests, signing autographs, and doing just about anything you could think of -- all in the name of charity. The live auction and silent auction got guests to generously open up their hearts and wallets, raising money to grant wishes to children with life-threatening conditions.

Of course -- Elite Management Services was on the curb, greeting guests, valet parking cars, and most importantly -- creating AWESOME FIRST (AND LAST) IMPRESSIONS of the event.

If you're hosting an event, call me -- let's talk about how important valet parking is to your guests and to your fundraising efforts.

317-607-8738
www.eliteparkingservices.com

Indiana State University Campaign Kick-Off

Recently, Elite Management Services had the honor of providing valet parking services for the Campaign Kick-Off Gala for Indiana State University.

As you can imagine, this was an incredibly important event for the ISU Foundation. The foundation leaders organizing this event knew that EVERY DETAIL mattered, and that the FIRST IMPRESSION of the night MUST BE AWESOME in order to ensure that guests would embrace the fundraising goals of the event.

Elite Management Services was there, greeting every guest, ensuring first impressions were everything they should be. As you can see from the words of the event organizer, we succeeded.

Your guys were absolutely AWESOME and it just made such a difference. It just set the tone of the evening. It was a phenomenal event and I was just -- I was thrilled -- absolutely thrilled.

Call me! I will be a reference for you anytime. Very professional!

-Teddy Lenderman, Director of Special Events
Indiana State University Foundation

If you're trying to find a way to improve upon your next event -- CALL ME! Valet Parking really does make a difference, and your guests will thank you for it.

317-607-8738

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