BEST VENUE LEADERSHIP DURING COVID-19
Gold : East Wintergarden
Since 1987 , the Canary Wharf Group has transformed the docklands into a successful district , reclaiming a former industrial site and turning it into a place that aims to support economic growth , foster creativity and promote wellbeing . The Canary Wharf Group provides financial support , space and their employees ’ skills and time to schools , businesses and charities .
Over the past 10 years , the Canary Wharf Group has donated £ 23m in financial , in-kind and volunteering support to the local community . During the pandemic , the Canary Wharf Group has supported 33 projects , several of which , took place at East Wintergarden . These projects included celebrating World Book Day virtually with hundreds of local primary school children , as well as hosting NHS blood donations and a pop-up vaccination centre .
Silver : CCT Venues
CCT Venues was one of the first venues to secure a trio of industry accreditations due to the safety measures it implemented . This , coupled with a proactive sales approach led by its senior management team , also resulted in the venue securing several contracts during the peak of the pandemic . Moreover , CCT Venues played a part in the vaccination rollout by hosting over 2,500 St John Ambulance volunteers receiving vaccination training .
As a result , CCT Venues were rewarded with an ‘ Outstanding Contribution Award ’. “ Thanks to the strong leadership and determination of our senior management team , we have navigated this pandemic , getting through to the other side with as many jobs intact as possible ,” says the venue .
Bronze : Chelsea Football Club
Chelsea Football Club is an events venue with a unique footballing heritage . Stamford Bridge is a versatile hospitality destination with spaces for exhibitions , conferences , meetings , and dining .
“ When the pandemic hit the event industry that is worth £ 84bn to the economy , we realised innovation and leadership were needed to help our sector emerge from Covid-19 ,” says the venue .
Therefore , Chelsea Football Club developed solutions to support its clients and protect its revenues . The venue amended its standard contracts , giving clients the flexibility to reschedule events hit by Covid-19 restrictions free of charge , which saved the business £ 803,153 . It also introduced 3D-virtual-tours , enabling its event spaces to be viewed remotely and overhauled its catering with menus re-designed for the safe production and delivery of food .
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