NAEC Stoneleigh has grown it’s team by 30% over 2022, as a result of the number of events hosted at the venue. Looking back on the past year, the venue has bounced back and continues to develop its sales and marketing plans into 2023.
The venues Account Management team continue to work closely with a number of organisers developing new and existing relationships, resulting in a 94% event retention closing 2022. The venues new business event portfolio is flying, reflecting a 150% growth across a number of key exhibitions, corporate conferences, and outdoor events.
Lowri Croydon, Venue Sales Manager, reflected: “It has been a year of growth for NAEC, we viewed 2022 as a year of stability for the venue. Working closely across all teams, we have refocused our direction and have a number of exciting things set for 2023. Towards the end of 2022, the launch of our new website and development of our marketing strategy has successfully resulted in an overall increase of event enquiries. We would not have achieved such a fantastic end to the year without our wonderful clients, and of course our dedicated team! 2023 forecasts as our biggest year yet, watch this space…”
Lynn Gardner, Account Director, comments: “So here we are, the final few days of 2022, and what a year it’s been! We started off the year with a challenge. Budgets to hit, and retention to maintain, and WOW what an incredible year it’s been for NAEC Stoneleigh. Our business has continued to grow, and I love being part of a team that works so hard, and who are so dedicated to ensuring that we provide the best customer service experience for all our clients and guests. Thank you!”
“On Reflection…. We have learnt that the business market is out there, and the same rule always applies, look after your clients, and they will look after you. Our heartfelt thanks go out to you all! It really is a privilege to be working with such wonderful organisations.”
Laurence White, Venue Event Manager, added: “What a year it has been! Whilst chatting amongst the team, we determined that 2022 has been our busiest year to date in planning. Bringing your events to life is our goal. We are in for another year of back to back events, I am most looking forward to working on some of our combined events taking place across a mix of our indoor and outdoor facilities.”
Members of the team believe that NAEC Stoneleigh’s tremendous success continues, with the venue continuing to offer free parking and a central location with 98% of the UK’s population within a 4-hour drive of the venue.
NAEC Stoneleigh is on track and beyond for 2023.
For more information about NAEC Stoneleigh, head over to: https://www.naecstoneleigh.co.uk/ or contact the team by emailing talk-to-us@stoneleighevents.com