Fall Kick Off/Customer Appreciation Show Ideas

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Discussion Overview

The thread discusses various ideas and experiences related to hosting Fall Kick Off and Customer Appreciation events among Pampered Chef consultants. Participants share their plans, thoughts on recipes, and approaches to engaging guests, as well as considerations for incentives and prizes.

Discussion Character

  • Anecdotal
  • Opinion-based
  • Exploratory

Main Points Raised

  • One participant, identifying as a consultant, is planning a simple event and is considering whether to prepare multiple recipes in advance or to do a live demo with fewer recipes.
  • Another participant shares their thoughts on an open house format, suggesting product stations and prepared food displays, but expresses concern about managing demos while engaging with guests.
  • One consultant is contemplating the balance of giveaways, considering offering a small gift to all attendees and additional entries for orders and bookings, while feeling uncertain about the amount to give away.
  • A participant mentions their plan for an Autumn Open House, detailing specific recipes they intend to serve and a structured raffle entry system based on attendance and orders.
  • Another consultant reports a successful event with significant sales and bookings, sharing the limited raffle items they offered.
  • One participant describes a recipe tasting event aimed at securing bookings, where they engaged guests in rating recipes and offered tickets for various actions.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Views differ on the best approach to hosting these events, particularly regarding the number of recipes to prepare and the extent of giveaways. No clear consensus emerges on the ideal format or incentives.

Contextual Notes

Participants share personal experiences and ideas based on their individual event planning and hosting styles, reflecting a variety of approaches to engaging customers and promoting products.

Who May Find This Useful

Consultants looking for inspiration or ideas for their own Fall Kick Off or Customer Appreciation events may find the shared experiences and suggestions relevant.

babywings76
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Did you do a Fall Kick Off or a Customer Appreciation party or something similar this late summer/Sept.?

I had a crummy summer with my health, so I wasn't able to do it in August as I wanted to. So I'm doing one next Saturday and am trying to decide what I want to do at it. I really want to keep it simple. I'm not sure if I want to make several of the new recipes and have them all prepared before everyone arrives, or if I should just do 2 recipes and demo one with them, or do an interactive demo (Chicken Your Way type of thing.)

What did you do and how did you run it? Did you do prize drawings, giveaways, or other incentives?

I know of several ways that it can be done, but I'd love to hear your success stories. Or even stories if yours didn't go too well, but you have some advice or input on what could be done differently.
 
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I have never hosted an event like this but thought about it. I have been thinking about having an open house type concept. I don't think I could demo and talk with this format. I considered setting up stations for trying some of the products or having the guests complete a recipe. I think food already prepared and displayed with SA and the bamboo products would be stunning. These are just my thoughts. Are you going to offer prizes, specials or drawings?
 
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I want people to come, but I don't want to have to give tons of stuff away. I was thinking of giving everyone who comes a SB. Then anyone who places an order will get entered into the drawing. Those who book a party will get 3 entries into the drawing. I'm not sure what I want the drawing to be for. Maybe multiple winners and give away some things I have NIB (I have a Utility knife, some of the green knives, a Rotary Grater, the new small bamboo bowls, Easy Conversions magnet, Cookie Press, and the new Oil Dipping Seasonings and Sauces.)I'm just not sure how much to give away, or if I really should. If it's a Customer Appreciation event, I think maybe I should. If it's just a Fall Kickoff, I'm thinking maybe just the SB for everyone and a special gift for people who book shows and possibly a free rub for anyone who places an order.I just don't know if I should have things already made and then just chat with everyone about what I made and what the new products are and the benefits of hosting. How many different recipes should I serve? I don't want a ton, because I tend to get stressed out and frazzled when I am hosting my own shows (clean the house, get business stuff ready, keep kids out of my hair, etc.) That's why I was thinking maybe I should just try doing it as a demo party, like the Chicken Your Way thing with something else to go along with it and maybe have a dessert already done.
 
I'm hosting an Autumn Open House on the 16th. I plan on having all the new products out and I'll probably just have 3-4 recipes out... I was thinking the Anti Pasti Pull Apart Pizza, the Red White and Green Lasagna, The Decadent Hazelnut Torte and probably the new snack mix in the large bamboo bowl.

I'm also thinking about ordering another of the small package of new products that I earned to use as my prizes in the raffles- and then keeping some of the stuff extra just to have on hand (I'm pulling a winner every half hour)...my entries broke down as this:
1 entry for coming
5 for bringing a friend
10 for placing an order
15 for booking a show
 
I did mine on the 10th. Did fairly well...$925.00 and two bookings. The only things I raffled was Cherry Almond Sauce, Classic Batter Bowl, and Classic Spatula.
 
I did a recipe tasting with the goal of getting bookings. made 4 of the new recipes and had them rate them. gave tickets for bringing a guest, making an order, filling out the rating form and for booking a show. Gave away some extra stuff I had on hand, a medium bamboo bowl, some seasonings, decoratator bottle set. It was alot of fun, got about $600 in orders. I got 4 bookings. I gave away part of the host benefits.
 

Frequently Asked Questions

What are some creative themes for a Fall Kick Off or Customer Appreciation Show?

Consider themes like "Harvest Feast," where you showcase seasonal recipes, or "Cozy Comforts," focusing on warm dishes perfect for fall. You could also do a "Pumpkin Palooza," highlighting recipes that use pumpkin, or a "Game Day Gathering," featuring snacks and appetizers for football season.

How can I incorporate Pampered Chef products into my Fall Kick Off event?

Utilize seasonal recipes that highlight Pampered Chef tools, such as the Quick Slice for preparing veggies or the Rockcrok for slow-cooking hearty meals. Demonstrating how these products make fall cooking easier can engage customers and encourage sales.

What types of activities can I include to make my event more engaging?

Incorporate interactive cooking demonstrations, recipe contests, or a "taste test" of fall-themed dishes. You could also host a raffle for Pampered Chef products, or offer hands-on stations where guests can try out tools themselves.

How can I show appreciation to my customers during the event?

Offer exclusive discounts on products, provide small gift bags with samples or recipes, and recognize loyal customers with special shout-outs or awards. Personal touches, like handwritten thank-you notes, can also make a big impact.

What promotional strategies can I use to attract guests to my Fall Kick Off event?

Utilize social media to create buzz, send out personalized invitations, and consider offering an incentive for bringing a friend. Collaborating with local businesses for cross-promotion can also help increase attendance and visibility.

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