Keith Prowse means business at Wimbledon
Keith Prowse Press Release: 18 March 2009
Official hospitality supplier launches dedicated meeting space, The Speakeasy
Recognised across the globe as a key fixture in the sporting calendar, The Championships at Wimbledon, 22nd June – 5th July, have for some years been the premier option for corporate entertaining.
The ambience, surroundings and the draw of the iconic Centre Court have proved to be a valuable business tool for both FTSE 100 companies and SMEs alike. Face to face has never been a more prolific part of the marketing mix as corporates cement their relationships with their current, past and indeed their competitors’ clients.
Overseen by the UK’s first for hospitality, Keith Prowse, corporate entertaining at Wimbledon is a sensitive balance between business and pleasure. And with return on investment at the very top of the agenda for corporates, organisations can now discreetly use the facilities at Wimbledon to carry out product launches and business meetings before enjoying a day on Centre Court or Court No 1.
As the official hospitality supplier to Wimbledon, Keith Prowse has secured the very best that The All England Club has to offer: from exceptional seats on Centre Court and Court No 1 to The Gatsby Club. The purpose-built Gatsby Club has been designed with business in mind: Art Deco styling is married with today’s technology including Wi-Fi, zoned sound, business lounge and private meeting and event space; The Speakeasy.
Situated within The Gatsby Club, The Speakeasy can be used for corporate presentations, employee awards or for an evening cocktail reception. With discretion the order of the day for many corporates, branding and signage can be kept to a minimum if required.
Hospitality packages have been designed to suit all budgets, from exclusive hire of The Gatsby Club for up to 600 guests to a discreet event for 30 to 50 delegates in The Speakeasy. Hospitality packages include the use of The Gatsby Club and/or The Speakeasy, three-course à la carte lunch with wines, complimentary bar with champagne, afternoon tea with strawberries and cream, seats on Centre Court and No 1 Court, and souvenir programme per guest.
Ted Walker, marketing manager of Keith Prowse said: “We have seen an increasing number of clients using Wimbledon not only for corporate hospitality but to host a business meeting too. It makes complete sense to capitalise on having your best customers and staff in one place and imparting a business message to them. We know that Wimbledon is one of the most coveted dates in the corporate hospitality calendar – it therefore makes absolute sense to marry business with pleasure.”
Packages for corporate hospitality at The Gatsby Club start at £450 + VAT per person and are subject to availability. Exclusive use of the Speakeasy starts from £540 + VAT per person subject to minimum numbers.
For more information on Keith Prowse log on to www.keithprowse.co.uk or call 0845 125 4881.