NU12 Event Planning by Rachelle Roque

Hi Sir,

Here's my 7th NU12 Topic: New Business ideas

We just had our Trick or Treat for the kids here in our subdivision. The kids look so cute in their costumes; the new trend now is wearing their favorite super hero or anime character outfit rather than the usual scary outfits. And I think it's more appropriate for their age, because the latter has the tendency for the kids to really scare each other.  Since it's a kiddie party, the program is usually hosted by Jollibee or McDonalds. But one thing I noticed yesterday is that the program has no difference with that of a birthday party. The games & giveaways are the same; if not for the kid's costumes and the fact that it was held on last week of October, you can't really tell that it's a Halloween party. So, one thing I suggest for Jollibee & McDonalds is to further customize their party events. Aside from kid's birthday, they also host Halloween, Graduation and Christmas parties. Some of my friends also celebrate their 25^th birthday and anniversaries in these fast food chains. The customers will appreciate it more if they will have the over-all experience of the occasions they are celebrating. I know that it would be difficult for them to have a total different package; but at least they should have different themes, with different colors & design depending on the occasion, to choose from.

I really have planning events; I always enjoy it every time we prepare birthday surprises. I'm also a regular part of our Division Christmas party committee. I even help some friends to prepare their wedding and be the on-the-day coordinator. This is one of the businesses I really want to pursue. But I know it take so much effort & time to make it as a profession. So, maybe I will officially start it after my MBA. But it doesn't mean that I will totally stop now and defer it until graduation. I can still continue helping my friends in preparing their events, and meeting their suppliers. In this way, I can familiarize myself more in the business and improve little by little.   

Regards,

Rachelle  3