Picture the scene: it's the work Christmas do and your boss announces "you're all now co-owners of the company" Now, if you mention "employee ownership," most people think John Lewis, but this model offers much more than meets the eye. We sat down with George Foden, Managing Director of Wise Productions, to explore how the move to employee ownership in 2022 has transformed their business. We also discuss how the festive party model is evolving, the use of AI in events, and how to prioritise team well-being during this traditionally busy time of year. The full interview is out tomorrow in our newsletter, which you can read here on LinkedIn or by signing up on our website. #EmployeeOwnership #TalentAcquisition #BusinessGrowth #EventManagement
Off to Work
Staffing and Recruiting
London, England 19,774 followers
Enabling Amazing Experiences
About us
Casual Staffing | Permanent Recruitment | Temp to Perm | Training | Consultancy Off to Work offers more than just recruitment. We source, educate and inspire exceptional events and hospitality teams who bring experiences to life by injecting passion, skill and knowledge into everything we do. As the UK's premier event staffing, permanent recruitment, training and consultancy company, we've supported some of the most prestigious events in the UK and beyond since 2000. CLIENTS - we can support you with: - Casual staffing and Permanent Recruitment: We can provide an entire front and back of house team to support a banquet for one night, or recruit the perfect Head Chef to reinvent a menu and lead your kitchen team. - Training: Accredited training through our eLearning shop/classroom, including bespoke training and upskills - Consultancy: Management and planning of event logistics, operations, security clearance, ticketing and more CANDIDATES: Take the next step in your hospitality career with us! Whether you're looking for casual work or a permanent new role, our ever-growing client base means lots of opportunities for talented hospitality professionals like you. Get in touch! https://www.offtowork.co.uk/find-work/permanent-work/ With offices and training academies in London, Birmingham, Edinburgh, Wales and Richmond, we're proud to source the very best talent nationwide.
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https://www.offtowork.co.uk
External link for Off to Work
- Industry
- Staffing and Recruiting
- Company size
- 51-200 employees
- Headquarters
- London, England
- Type
- Privately Held
- Founded
- 2000
- Specialties
- Training, Events, Consultancy, Casual Staffing, Permanent Staffing, Hospitality, Catering and Event Staffing, Promotional and Hosts/Hostesses, Catering, Restaurants, Hotels, Bartending, Wine Waiting, Waiting Staff, recruitment, Recruiters, staffing, and event consultants
Locations
Employees at Off to Work
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Lena Kishinevskaya
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Robert Persson
Managing Director London and the South East
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Kyla Shirlaw
Events Operations Manager at Off to Work
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Anna Szwichtenberg
Business Psychologist/ People & Culture Specialist/ Coach/ Trainer/ In-depth HR knowledge and experience in all aspects of employment cycle
Updates
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We're #hiring a new General Manager in City Of London, England. Apply today or share this post with your network.
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How will stadium events have changed by the time Oasis tours in 2025? We've been speaking to industry experts like Elliott Moore and Tom Duffy about the trends they are seeing right now in sports and stadia... 🔮 Premiumisation is likely to continue People are going out less often but looking to premiumise when they do. Ticket sales for some major sporting events were lower than expected in 2024, but some are saying that hospitality package sales have seen less impact than general access areas. This creates a real challenge for operators who are having to look at what changes they can make to their offering to deliver a more premium product/offer whilst working to tighter GPs that less footfall creates. 🔮 New technology like self-serve bars and "just walk out" are here to stay Guests have a higher expectation for cleanliness and contactless services, contributing big uplift in self-service bars and just walk out technology. Looking ahead, we will likely see more use of AI to help operators crunch the numbers to see what offers are profitable. Will augmented reality and virtual reality be next? 🔮 There will be more pressure to ensure your operation runs as sustainably as possible This includes looking at zero-waste menus, trialling new sustainable products and speaking with suppliers to create a low-impact supply chain. 🔮 Venues will focus on building community to grow a loyal base and protect against fluctuating ticket sales With some signs that the ceiling may have been reached in terms of ticket prices, operators will be doubling down on building up their community base. What's your top prediction for stadium events in 2025? #stadium #events #majorevents #2025predictions
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We're #hiring a new Events Operations Manager in City Of London, England. Apply today or share this post with your network.
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We're #hiring a new Head of Operations in South East, England. Apply today or share this post with your network.
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What we loved from the Paris Olympics opening ceremony, the essential Martini variations your team needs to know, and we chat with Maria Ensesa from Only A Pavement Away about how to support the #FillAFlask campaign 👇
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Is AI reshaping event briefs? 🤔 AI is helping us to become more efficient. It's also leading to some interesting challenges. In the world of events, we're hearing more and more examples of clients coming to planners with elaborate AI-created mockups. Absolutely beautiful to look at... but somewhat more difficult to pull off in real life. So, how can event professionals navigate this? In our recent One Amazing Experience interview with Katie Bowyer from YES Events, we discussed how to keep clients happy but also ensure that the event concept is doable. "I always try back with 'Look, this isn't doable, but I can get close by doing x, y, z... And this is how we do it and this is how we build it.' But I'll be really realistic in saying, '...this is the closest I can get, but it's not going to look exactly like that.'" How are you using AI in your event planning? #AI #EventPlanners #EventsIndustry
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You go the extra mile to get things just right for your guests. So it's only right that we go the extra mile to give you exactly what you need. Take our fixed-term staffing offer: Team Alliance Sometimes you need the consistency of a regular team member, but a permanent hire isn't a viable option: Maternity cover or stepping into the role of someone off sick. A special project requires extra resources. Or even a seasonal uptick in business - if the British summer ever decides to arrive 🙈☔ Consistency, with flexibility. #staffing #recruitment #hospitality
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Shaken or stirred? Vodka or gin? Dirty or dry? 🧊 There are so many ways to enjoy a martini; the only detail that matters is getting it just right 🍸 Our Bar Services Manager, Oscar Wilkins, has put together a great masterclass on crafting the perfect martini, including five classic variations. Whether you’re a cocktail enthusiast or just enjoy a Friday drink, this one’s for you! #cocktails #bartender #mixology #martinis
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We're #hiring a new Business Development Manager in Walton-On-Thames, England. Apply today or share this post with your network.