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2017 Annual Manager's Conference - SAFEbuilt

10/21/2017

For years My Big Day has been a trusted partner in event planning for corporations. We love the variety of customers we have, and the new challenges every conference, meeting, retreat and party can bring!
This year we were honored to work with a new client, SAFEbuilt. Their corporate headquarters are based in Loveland, CO - and they have offices nationwide.

SAFEbuilt is dedicated to improving people’s lives by helping to create vibrant, thriving communities. They partner with communities on the rise—helping them achieve their development, planning, and compliance goals to become the best versions of themselves. They offer comprehensive community development services, they empower municipalities large and small to envision, plan, and execute innovative solutions that encourage ongoing community improvement.

In 2017 SAFEbuilt is celebrating 25 years in business. They are a fast-growing company with passionate employees.

With so much growth and a need to connect folks from all over the US, and put together relevant and useful content - My Big Day was brought in to organize details, manage presentations and overall content, assist with employee activities, oversee hotel meals, AV and operations - and the conference as a whole.

The 2017 conference was held at the world-leading Embassy Suites in Loveland, Colorado. Management traveled from all over the US to be part of this 4 day knowledge sharing, training and bonding retreat.

Below are some photos from Michelle Badger Photography.

We were thrilled to be the corporate event planners for this conference. Meetings, retreats, conventions, business luncheons - we love to plan it all!

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Located in Loveland, CO

As event planners, we serve the entire Front Range; Southern Wyoming, the CO Mountains, and Northern Colorado: Loveland, Fort Collins, Greeley, Windsor, Berthoud, Estes Park, Lyons, Longmont, Boulder, Wellington, Johnstown, Evans, Severance, Timnath, Mead, Frederick, Firestone, Milliken

Great Venues for Your Northern Colorado Holiday Party

10/12/2017

While most event planners have a 'busy season,' My Big Day specializes in MANY kinds of events- not just weddings. For this reason, our next busy season is right around the corner! HOLIDAY SEASON! Over the holidays we help host engagement parties, our community event, "The Loveland Valentine's Day Group Wedding," and of course, Holiday Parties!
Below are some great places to host your next company holiday party!

The Greeley Country Club
For all events, the Greeley Country Club offers numerous menus to fit every palette and every budget. We find their pricing to be very reasonable! We are especially impressed by their bar packages! As event planners, we see a lot of pricing variety, and read tons of contracts. Their hosted bar pricing is impressive. Best of all, their packages are easy to read - very straight forward. We think you'll find them very easy to work with!

Laura Twogood
Event Sales Manager
Greeley Country Club
4500 W 10th Street Greeley, CO 80634
P (970) 353-0528 ext. 14

Ellis Ranch
Although Ellis Ranch is listed as a wedding venue, we find that a couple of their spaces are perfect for holiday parties and company parties! They can fit both large and small groups. Take advantage of their 'off-season' rates!

Terry and Roxie Ellis
Ellis Ranch Event Center & Wedding Park
2331 Ellis Ranch Lane
Loveland, Colorado 80538
c) 970-215-5457 h) 970-663-1166
ranch) 970-593-9570

Sweetheart City Winery
You'll love the views here- the river, the Rocky Mountains, Devil's backbone! Sweetheart city winery has tasteful decor and warm wood finishes. You can bring your own caterer and take advantage of their in-house kitchen.
And of course -they have wine! A wine tasting room, grapes growing, and a barrel room! A great option for a company that loves local wine!

Contact:
Lindsay Cantely
lindsaycan@yahoo.com
5500 West Highway 34
Loveland, CO 80537
970-646-4314

Sylvandale Guest Ranch
Sylvandale is a very popular place for group parties! We find you need to start planning early to get a date reserved - and it is oh, so worth it! They have a number of spaces from you to pick from, and lodging available onsite!

Contact:
Sylvan Dale Guest Ranch
2939 N County Rd 31D
Loveland CO 80538
970.667.3915

The Ranch Events Complex

We love working with The Ranch staff! They have TONS of options when it comes to large group parties. They are very accommodating and all-inclusive. The facilities have the technology needed for any type of presentation or speaking event. They also go out of their way to find unique 'add ons' for your party. They will do the legwork to get you entertainment for your group.

Contact:
5280 Arena Cir, Loveland, CO 80538
Phone: (970) 619-4000
Link: CLICK HERE

The Summit:
What a great corporate event and meeting space. The Summit creates memorable corporate events, meetings, and parties for groups of all types.
They can arrange seating to accommodate interactive discussions, receptions with stand-up tables, banquet meals, small breakout sessions, and more. Each meeting room has a built-in screen, wireless Internet, and power sources.

Entertainment is built-in here, so no need to worry about juggling multiple vendors.

Contact:
4455 N Fairgrounds Ave, Windsor, CO 80550
Phone: (970) 663-6363
Link: CLICK HERE

The Lodge at Mackenzie Place
A hidden gem tucked in suburbia, off of Harmony Rd! We have had the pleasure of being part of or hosting a number of events here. The atmosphere and decor is very 'Colorado Lodge.' The management company is flexible and EASY to work with!
Why we love it:

Can host up to 160 guests!
Affordable
Catering Kitchen onsite
Bring your own catering
Centrally located

The Majestic Gathering Place
The Majestic just went through a huge renovation! This lovely historic building in downtown Loveland boasts wood floors, plenty of space, and a neutral pallet just waiting for your decor! We love downtown locations like this for pre and post partying!
Why we love it:

Rental includes tables, chairs and linens
Affordable
Kitchen onsite
Bring your own catering
Bring your own alcohol

Contact:
315 E 4th St
Loveland, Colorado
970-667-4584
970-667-4584

The Platte River Fort
This venue has everything! The rustic lux decor makes for a mountain retreat feel. There are a number of spaces all around the property that allow for events of all sizes. We've hosted very small private parties in the Lodge itself, and large parties in the barn! The event team is great to work with and the venue is truly unique!
Why we love it:

Bring your own catering and bartender
Overnight accommodations options onsite
They decorate the grounds for the holidays
Fire pits!
The outdoor patio bar
The views!

Contact:
970-590-4414
22999 US Highway 34, Greeley CO 80631

Out of town, but worth the drive...

Devil's Thumb Ranch
There is no more luxurious and relaxing of a getaway than Devils Thumb Ranch! This is our ultimate all-inclusive staycation in Colorado. Whether you are planning a small family reunion, or large company party - this spot is a must!

Contact:
3530 County Rd 83, Tabernash, CO 80478
(970)-726-5632
sales@devilsthumbranch.com

Don't forget to give us a call if you need help with planning!

Colorado Country Barn Wedding

9/25/2017

When you hire a wedding planner, often you are looking for a variety of services. In the case of Natalie's wedding, her family really just needed some help with logistics - specifically the cocktail hour, dinner buffet and cake cutting. While My Big Day is not a catering company, we will rise to any challenge, as our goal is to make your big day the best day of your life. We were happy to work with this lovely family and help them with their specific planning needs.

This wedding was a beautiful barn wedding on the bride’s parent’s property. The ceremony was on their beautiful lawn and reception in the barn. As soon as we arrived we hit the ground running to make sure everything was in place and the food warming before the reception started. We had about 3 hours to set everything up. It was the perfect amount of time. The critical timing came in to play as soon as we opened the buffet.

We made sure the food stayed full, we released tables smoothly so we didn’t over crowd the buffet and drinks were checked on as well. The real excitement came when it was time to tear down the buffet and make room for the dance floor. Right after we pulled all the food and moved the tables we had to pack up all the leftovers and start cutting cake simultaneously. We saved the top tier of the cake for the bride and groom so they would have that for their first anniversary. We cut up the bottom tier and served it along with the other 3 flavors. There were 4 flavors of cake. It was glorious!

Once we were finished packing up all the food and cakes for the night, we made sure the place was clean and drinks were full. We had such a lovely time at this wedding. We got to do something we rarely handle and it was splendid. The mother of the bride was our contact and she was such a sweet lady. She was so very pleased with how we handled things and we couldn’t ask for a better client. This wedding was beautiful. The barn has seen many celebrations- this was the fifth child in this family to be married here. This barn is filled with love and happiness. The family home is in the middle of the country with a lovely mountain view. You couldn’t ask for a more picturesque country, barn wedding. It turned out to be beautiful fall day for this beautiful fall wedding in the country!

Congratulations Paul & Natalie
-The My Big Day Team

"Shiny & Sparkly Fall BBQ Wedding in Loveland"

9/21/2017

Fall weddings have always been a favorite of ours and My Big Day, and Nicole & Tyler’s beautiful fall ranch wedding was no exception!

Hosted by the fine folks of Ellis Ranch outside of Loveland, Nicole and Tyler crafted the perfect celebration of love that merged her love of all things shiny and sparkly and his love of BBQ and the Broncos! There were special touches throughout the event, from shining votives on the dinner tables, to pops of orange and blue in the wedding bouquets and floral arrangements.

Following a beautiful gazebo ceremony, guests were treated to an open bar, staffed by the talented Ellis Ranch crew, and appetizers provided by Nicole’s Father and Step-Mother. After the wedding party concluded their after-ceremony photos, the entire party moved into the dining area where Hog Wild BBQ was served, complete with brisket, shredded pork, chicken, and peach cobbler!

We are so excited that we were able to be part of this couple’s special day, and we wish them a fantastic honeymoon cruise to Alaska, as well as many, many years of happiness and love!

Wedding Professionals:

Event Planners: My Big Day
Ceremony/Reception: Ellis Ranch
Photographer: Aubrey Stalnaker
Florist: Bliss Wedding Florist
Event Rentals: Flexx Productions
DJ: DJ Kaaos
Catering: Hog Wild BBQ

A Bright & Cheery Bridal Brunch

9/11/2017

My Big Day loves building lasting relationships with all of our clients, so it was extra special when one of our favorites, Nancy Haboush, asked for our help with another beautiful bridal shower – this time for her God-Daughter, Ashley!

Once again, set in her beautiful back-yard, Nancy chose to offer a variety of brunch treats, drinks, and delightful décor. The champagne was flowing, as were the Mimosas and Bloody Mary drinks! Fresh Plate Catering created a stunning and tasty display of delicious brunch offerings such as donut kabobs, egg pinwheels and potatoes, Bloody Mary Shooters with Shrimp, and a colorful fruit salad.

Starlight Dessert Bar brought back their magical assortments of finger desserts and treats. All of Nancy’s guests enjoyed brunch while visiting with each other and playing bridal shower games.

Nancy’s God-Daughter, Ashley, spent the late morning surrounded by women and family members who showered her with gifts, advice, and love. We were so excited to once again be part of such a special moment, and we wish Ashley and her fiancé all the best in their upcoming wedding!

Event Professionals:

Event Planners: My Big Day
Alcohol Delivery: Wilbur's Total Beverage
Event Rentals: Robin Rentals
Sweets: Starlight Dessert Bar
Catering: Fresh Plate Catering

Event Site Visit Review: Sweetheart City Winery

8/28/2017

The My Big Day team had the opportunity to tour the new Sweetheart City Winery in Loveland, CO with one of the owners, so that we could share all about this amazing venue in town with our clients!

There is so much to love about this winery!
We decided to make a top 10 list (in no particular order).

Reasons we love the Sweetheart City Winery Venue:

Location- Off of Hwy 34, which is easy to get to from all over! And it is a great stop on the way up to Estes Park!
Views- Beautiful views from every side... the river, the Rocky Mountains, Devil's backbone!
Ceremony Site- Stunning. Just stunning.
Options- Depending on your party side and the views you prefer, you can choose from a couple different sites/spaces.

5. Decor- We love the tasteful decor and warm wood finishes.
6. Family Owned- You are dealing with a true family business.
7. Bring Your Own Caterer- We love when our clients have choices!
8. It's New- We love the feel of new, the smell of new, and the excitement of new!
9. Perfect Combination- A big red barn with a rustic look outside, and a pristine, romantic inside.
10. Wine- They have wine! A wine tasting room, grapes growing, and a barrel room!

My Big Day Corn Shucking in Loveland

8/26/2017

"Best Shucking Event Planners!"

The My Big Day team participated in the legendary Loveland Corn Shucking contest. Thousands of people gathered around to celebrate corn!
The Corn Roast Festival is famous! We were lucky to score a slot. "Best Shucking Event Planners!"

My Big Day named BizWest Mercury 100 Fastest Growing Company

8/21/2017

Earlier this summer My Big Day was recognized at an awards ceremony hosted by BizWest as one of 2016’s fastest growing private companies. The event was attended by over 300 of northern Colorado’s business and company owners. Among the 20 honorees in the category, My Big Day ranked 5th in the Mercury 100 Flight V.
The Mercury 100 list is ranked by percentage revenue growth over a two-year period. The 100 companies are divided into five “flights” of 20, with the highest revenue earners in flight one. Those 20 companies are then ranked by their percentage revenue growth over a two-year period. The Mercury is compiled by BizWest’s research department and vetted by Anton Collins Mitchell. The top five in each flight were introduced during the event.

Great Meeting Spaces in Northern Colorado

8/11/2017

As event planners we get asked weekly - if not daily for recommendations on venues for weddings, business functions, bridal showers, baby showers, anniversary parties, birthday parties, and for meetings.
We have posted a number of blogs on favorite spaces in Northern Colorado. Here are a few to review:

Great Venues for Hosting a Birthday Party, Bridal or Baby Shower or any other private party in Northern Colorado!

Northern Colorado Venues for your Large Corporate Meeting/Event

Affordable Event/Venue Rentals in Northern Colorado

And here is our latest blog on Great Meeting Spaces in Northern Colorado!

Café Vino in Fort Collins:
Accommodates: 55 seated, 80 mingling
Extras: Arrange the room in a variety of fashions
Food: Your choice of style (tapas, seated dinner, buffet, breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Timing: 7 am – 12 am
Gadgets: Nothing extra.
This venue is more for eating and meeting than having a formal meeting.

Address: 1200 South College Avenue, Fort Collins, CO 80524
Phone: 970 – 212 - 3399

Link: CLICK HERE

The Ranch in Loveland:
Meeting Rooms:

Each room comes equipped with 7’ rectangular tables, chairs, wall mounted white board and projector screen
You may set the room any way you would like with the provided equipment
Additional tables and chairs are located in the storage closet in the hallway. If you need extras- these are available on a first-come first-serve basis.
Upon the completion of your event, the room must be reset according to the diagram posted in the room.
If your meeting requires moving the divider walls, specific rental items (stage, PA, etc.), or catering you must list your needs on the Thomas M. McKee Building Rental Request Form. Special requests will not available less than two weeks from the first day of the event. There will be a cost for the labor, as well as the rental costs for these needs.

Accommodates: any number of guests. They have other facilities on the property. They truly can accommodate any size or type of meeting. The facilities have the technology needed for any type of presentation or speaking event.

Address: 5280 Arena Cir, Loveland, CO 80538
Phone: (970) 619-4000

Link: CLICK HERE

Parks, Recreation & Culture Facilities in Windsor:
Looking for a place to host your special event? Windsor Parks and Recreation offers a variety of venues for weddings or corporate parties, birthday parties, reunions or any occasion. Facilities include banquet and meeting rooms, park shelters, fields and gyms for sporting events, an outdoor pool for private parties as well as a Show Stage.
The Windsor facilities have a full list of AV options, affordable room rentals, and catering onsite!

Address: 250 11th St, Windsor, CO 80550
Phone: (970) 674-3500

Link: CLICK HERE

The Summit in Windsor:
Great corporate event and meeting space. Need a professional, yet entertainment-style venue for a corporate meeting? Want to pep up your multi-day event by adding in a little fun? The Summit rents meeting space that offers everything you need in an upscale event venue. With a modern and comfortable feel, The Summit creates memorable corporate events, meetings, and parties for groups of all types.

The meeting space includes four rooms separated by soundproof partition walls that can be arranged and combined for small gatherings of 10 up to lectures for 90.

They can arrange seating to accommodate interactive discussions, receptions with stand-up tables, banquet meals, small breakout sessions, and more. Each meeting room has a built-in screen, wireless Internet, and power sources.

Enjoy a catered breakfast, lunch, dinner, and break food options available so you can be productive all day. Get your team in sync by focusing on business first thing in the morning, then take a break for a game of bowling or laser tag before your afternoon session. Keep the brain waves flowing while you balance the combination of meetings and fun.

Address: 4455 N Fairgrounds Ave, Windsor, CO 80550
Phone: (970) 663-6363

Link: CLICK HERE

Front Range Business Centers in Loveland:

A professional business atmosphere for meetings of 2 to 25 people and include internet access, beverages, and receptionist services. All of our rooms are available at hourly rates on a "per use, pay-as-you-go" basis.
Room Options Include:

Training Room - seats up to 25 (Loveland@Centerra location only)
Board Room - seats up to 8
Small Conference Room - seats up to 4
Day Office - seats up to 4
Counseling Office - seats up to 4 with loveseat and lounge chairs for more casual conversations

Each room includes:

Wireless Internet
Coffee, tea and water
Phone Access (unlimited local and toll free calling)
White Board (small conference room, board room, and training room)

Also available onsite:

LCD projector rental
Photocopies and printing
Scanning
Incoming and outgoing faxing

Address: 1635 Foxtrail Dr, Loveland, CO 80538
Phone: (970) 776-3300

Link: CLICK HERE

The Chilson Center in Loveland:

The Hatfield Chilson Recreation/Senior Center is one of Northern Colorado's most complete facilities for special events, meetings, socials, birthdays, conferences, fundraisers, luncheons, banquets, wedding receptions, quinceañeras, and other activities both social and recreational. Close to downtown Loveland, the Chilson Center is easily accessible from I-25, Highway 34, and Highway 287. The professional, experienced staff is happy to assist you in planning your event and is committed to ensuring a memorable experience for you and your guests.

In our experience, the Chilson Center offers a variety of options at affordable rates!

Address: 700 East Fourth Street Loveland, CO 80537
Phone: (970) 962-2503

Link: CLICK HERE

The Greeley Guest House in Greeley:

This classic venue is a boutique hotel with historic charm. They offer a conference room, board room and event center. Greeley Guest House & Suites is an exclusive luxury property in Greeley, Colorado perfect for business travelers and vacationers alike.

Address: 5401 W 9th St, Greeley, CO 80634
Phone: (970) 353-9373

Link: CLICK HERE

The Union Colony Civic Center in Greeley:

The Union Colony Civic Center is the premiere site to hold your event; rental and staffing rates are among the most competitive in the Rocky Mountain region. The equipment selection is the best and most affordable, and the staff is trained to deliver high standards of excellence. Our experienced team will meet with you before your event and help you determine all your needs well in advance of your performance or event, then provide you with an estimate of the costs.

Address: 701 10th Ave, Greeley, CO 80631
Phone: (970) 356-5000

Link: CLICK HERE

Sloshball 2107 Success!

8/8/2017

It was a perfect day for adult superheros, kickball and beer.
Our 9th year of hosting the annual NoCo Sloshball Tournament was better than ever! This year's theme clearly was "Sloshball Superheros." Thank you to all who came out to play!

Jen West Photography captured all the fun again - and there are even more photos to come!

See the gallery by clicking below.

2017 Photos