Dotted Lines

Name: Dotted Lines
Address: Manchester, GB
Telephone: +447921210729

Independent Events Consultant, taking the stress away from planning and delivering events by sharing 20 years of experience and knowledge

10/11/2024

Any other UK EventProfs sitting in front of their SAD lamps, dreaming of overseas site visits? ☔️💡

I'm currently dreaming of my sun-soaked recce in Alicante where my vitamin D levels were soaring, while reality is a solid 50 shades of UK grey 🌧️

06/11/2024

🎑 Throwback to my Singapore adventure ⬇️

Can't believe I was in Singapore for a big pharma Congress and was so busy I didn't get time to go inside Raffles and its famous Long Bar for a Singapore Sling🍹😭

😜But I did charm my way into a table atMarina Bays Sands rooftop on a Friday night - result!

🎇 Witnessed spectacular flyover and fireworks rehearsals for Singapore Day.

🎰Why don't we have such cool vending machines in the UK?

🍹 All cocktails should be served in a golden owl! Had a fantastic time sipping cocktails with the client at the Plume Cocktail bar in our hotel, Pan Pacific.

❤️ Hotel island pod tables are my new obsession! Pan Pacific and Park Royal hotels had them, and I can't get enough!

✈️ I need to book a flight back for that Singapore Sling✨

22/10/2024

🎃 Event Nightmares - the horror stories that still haunt us 👻

With Halloween just around the corner, all EventProfs have behind-the-scenes stories that send shivers down our spines. From unexpected disasters to bizarre client requests, these tales remind us just how unpredictable events can be.

I reached out to my LinkedIn & Instagram network last Halloween, and my fellow EventProfs shared some of their most terrifying event nightmares.

So, grab your pumpkin-spiced latte, and read on for spooky stories that will make you laugh, cringe, and maybe even gasp with fright🎃☕😱

(There are more on my LinkedIn - drop me a connection request over there - Jennifer Houlihan)

Big thanks to everyone who contributed—your experiences remind us why event professionals are the ultimate problem solvers: Cherryl Brazier CIS,SEPC, Sammy Connell, Marie Kuffour, Anna Abdelnoor, Sam M., Sue Gold, Sarah Cox, Rob Bagust, Matt Grey, Jos St Hilaire, Robert Kenward, Shanondoah Nicholson, Laura Yarbrough-Lloyd, M.S., PMP, Rachael Kenny

28/09/2024

Smashing goals, one monkey bar at a time 🐒 My youngest legend tackled the monkey bars TWICE, over a muddy pond. His determination and focus reminded me that big challenges, whether in work or life, are just another chance to grow.

As event professionals, we’re constantly swinging from one challenge to the next – tight deadlines, new ideas, unexpected obstacles. And with the right mindset, we can conquer anything 💪

Here’s to taking on the big challenges ahead, just like this little guy!

20/09/2024

When the false room you create and trash for an insurance company event is so convincing, even the venue staff start to panic 😅🎉

False ceiling fallen through? Check.
Tea bags everywhere? Check.
Watering the carpet for that 'authentic' disaster vibe? Check!

We had way too much fun creating this 'chaos'—and watching the reactions when everyone thought it was the actual room 🤯😂

15/09/2024

Teams call from a sun lounger - sometimes you just have to get away for some R&R😌 😎

11/09/2024

Eventprofs - Name one thing in the comments that you wish people understood you're not responsible for⬇️

09/09/2024

Pics from a fab site visit to Edinburgh's Assembly Rooms – wow, what a venue 😍

In the heart of the city’s New Town, it oozes elegance and history. With grand architecture, huge sparkling chandeliers, and really stunning period features, it’s perfect for extra special event experiences - think glamorous black-tie dinners, stylish awards ceremonies, or a product launch with serious impact!

The venue's Music Hall and Ballroom offer flexibility and beauty – ideal for hosting conferences, exhibitions, or gala dinners. The Music Hall holds up to 788 theatre-style or 600 for a reception. The Ballroom offers a more intimate but equally grand option for up to 400 guests, and both spaces are bathed in natural light, with dedicated breakout rooms 👌

Have you hosted an event there?

20/08/2024

When you're working onsite at a summer activation and one of your boys visits for the face painting 🥰

01/08/2024

Hands up if you agree awards judges deserve greater credit? ✋

The year I did some judging I had 11 separate submissions to read and score, with heaps of extra files to go through.
I always think they don't get enough kudos for their commitment to reviewing all the submissions and supporting information.

So, here's a THANK YOU for playing such an important role in recognising industry excellence 👏

🤩 Talking of awards, massive congrats to everyone in the final of the 2024 C&IT Awards🎉

24/07/2024

Gotta look after the crew 🍣 🥢

Keeping the client and content team fuelled and happy with a sushi delivery! Because when the event keeps them busy, you don't want them going hungry if they miss the delicious dinner 💪

Taking care of people on-site helps make great events happen🎉

15/07/2024

June/July is always busy for eventprofs, but blimey, 2024 is giving fire🔥🔥🔥 Euros, Olympics, general election, Cannes Lions - meanwhile, I've been working on a new product launch, an automotive exhibition stand, a virtual event and ongoing pre-production for an autumn conference, and squeezing in time for the all-important school sports day 👟🏅

How's your summer going, eventprofs?

11/07/2024

When your kids are so full of fruit and berries left over from a client event, they can't eat any more for a week🤣

I took lots home to prevent it from going to waste and found a specialist school that took what my kids couldn't eat and used it in jellies.

There are easy ways of managing food waste, and my biggest tip for any planner is to make sure it's part of your process. You can pre-arrange for organisations like OLIO - Share More, Waste Less or local food banks to collect food waste or even schedule food drops as part of your production process.

If you leave waste as an afterthought, you risk it becoming just that – waste!

25/06/2024

Taylor's BOSS era💪 Not a Swiftie, but I just had to see this event production first-hand!

And WOW, it did not disappoint 🤩

The stage set, graphics, and production were on point 👌

Not to mention Taylor's flawless performance and ability to excite a crowd - what an atmosphere 🎉

What's more, I've heard she REALLY takes care of her crew, making her a winning boss in my book!

20/06/2024

Freelance posse! I've been working with this bunch for almost 20 years🎉 Today, on National Freelancers Day, I'm celebrating ALL event freelancers who are in it together to get sh&t done when we're called upon 💪

Working across various projects, industries, and roles equips freelancers with a versatile skill set that is invaluable to our industry. We bring flexibility, creativity, logistical expertise, problem-solving, and seamless ex*****on to the table, making us an indispensable part of the events sector 💡

One of the greatest strengths of the freelance EventProf community is the support we offer each other - solidarity, mutual respect, and collaboration at its finest 😎

12/06/2024

I went first, in the comments.... ⬇️

07/06/2024

Escaping the grind to my happy place - on the water 🌊

30/05/2024

ONLY ONE?? 😬 I'll add my answer in the comments!

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Event AV transformations

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Eras Tour event production

Taylor's BOSS era💪 Not a Swiftie, but I just had to see this event production first-hand! And WOW, it did not disappoint 🤩 The stage set, graphics, and production were on point 👌 Not to mention Taylor's flawless performance and ability to excite a crowd - what an atmosphere 🎉 What's more, I've heard she REALLY takes care of her crew, making her a winning boss in my book! #EventProfs #AVProfs #EventProduction #Production #TaylorSwift #ErasTour #Boss

Escaping the grind

Escaping the grind to my happy place - on the water 🌊 #WorkLifeBalance #Freelance #FreelanceEventProf #EventProfs #IncentiveProfs

EventProf Fun from Dotted Lines

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Curtain logistics

When venue curtains have their own section on the technical running order! 😂 The Great Room at W Barcelona is a stunning room with floor-to-ceiling windows looking out over the beach and ocean. Our stage manager had to keep running around the back to open and close them at set points throughout the event, to get the balance between making the most of the view and having the room blacked out for the conference🏃 Event Profs are a dedicated bunch😂 #EventProfs

Barcelona corporate event_Feb 2024_DottedLines

Fantastic February Barcelona client event ⬇️ 🤝440 delegates 📆3 days of live event 🍽️Exclusive dinner at NOXE Barcelona (@wbarcelonahotel’s top floor sushi restaurant) 🏨Welcome Catalan-themed dinner at W Barcelona 😍Gala dinner at the stunning La Llotja 🎉After party at Opium Barcelona 🕑12 hours of plenary content 💬18 breakout sessions 😬 28 plenary speakers to manage 🖌️75 make-up sessions organised ⭐21 VIPs 🌅 7 days on-site, 7 beautiful sunrises over Barceloneta beach 🙌One amazing team #EventProfs #Barcelona #CorporateEvents #Freelance