Mohawk College’s 29th Alumni of Distinction Celebration was nothing short of unforgettable! From heartfelt moments to joyful surprises, the evening captured the spirit of pride, connection, and community that defines The Mohawk College Alumni family! We caught up with the planning committee at Mohawk College to tell us all the details! 

Tell us a bit about your event you hosted at LiUNA Station!

The Alumni of Distinction Awards recognize graduates for their career achievements and community contributions. We recognized 10 new inductees at our 29th Alumni of Distinction event. This year’s event was reimagined from our sit-down dinner in the smaller King George Ballroom to an interactive lounge setting for over 200 people in the Grand Ballroom.

• What were some of the sources of inspiration behind the look and feel of your event?

  Fall, our branding colours, ability to network and move around! It turned out phenomenally and was an unforgettable evening.

  What is the one piece of advice you would give someone planning their big day!

  On the day of your event, be adaptable and ready to change course if needed. 

  What moment during your event will forever be etched into your memory?

  Seeing the furniture pieces come together, beautifully complemented by the soft glow of the lighting, brought the entire room to life with elegance and warmth.

Tell us all your secrets! Your event was so beautiful and we must know your vendor list!

Element Furniture Rentals connect by Instagram or Website

Glowmi Rentals connect by Website

Posy Events Flowers connect by Instagram or Website

Briscoe Music (DJ) connect by Instagram or Website

Photography JD Howell connect via Instagram or by Website

Please let us know who can we credit each of the photos to?

Photography by JD Howell connect via Instagram or by Website

OH HEY – we love celebrating (it’s kind of our thing) and we’re pretty darn good at it! Planning a Gala or Awards night, Holiday party or special event? Let us help make it a day to remember!

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Coroprate events don’t need to be –and frankly shouldn’t be boring! So get out of the office, and see what Liuna Station has to offer you and your colleagues, clients or customers. Our space is the perfect location for your next work event whether it be for seminars, team building, customer appreciation events or anything in between.

We are constantly staying on top of the latest trends in the event space and want to share some ideas with you as you plan your next corporate event with Liuna Station.

Get Social!

Get people talking about your event with a unique hashtag. Encourage participants to “check in” or live stream.

Trendy and Tasty!

Excellent food is always trending. Work with Liuna Station to perfect the ideal menu for your event.

Lighten up a Little!

Depending on the nature of your event, it might be appropriate to add some fun and interactive components to your agenda – perhaps a magician, dancers or live entertainment.

Capture the Moment!

Who doesn’t love a selfie? Encourage people to snap photos – it can be a great ice breaker to find someone in the room you don’t know, and say cheese!

Network, Network, Network!

Now, more than ever, people want to connect. Key-note speakers and panelists can be great additions to a corporate event, but consider including that interactive component that lets people meet, and learn from each other. When you give people the opportunity to connect, great things happen!

We’d love to host you at Luna Station, so when you think “corporate event”, think Liuna Station.

Be sure to head over to LIUNA Gardens blog to check out the latest baby shower trends.

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From all of us at LIUNA Station, thank you for following along!

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LS: Can you tell us a bit about AMV Weddings, and your role in the company?    

NK: AMV is not just a video, and photo company – we are a “Wedding Production House.” Our experienced team of Event Coordinators, DJs, Photographers and Videographers will help plan, produce and capture your wedding with the perfect balance of creativity and professionalism. AMV understands how important this day is to you – and our commitment to understanding the unique needs of your wedding ensures you’ll be able to remember and re-experience your wedding at the highest possible quality.

I am one of the event coordinators with the company, I have been with AMV for over 3 years and absolutely love my job! My role starts right at the beginning when I get to meet all  of our bride and grooms at the beginning of their wedding planning. At AMV every package can be customized to the bride and grooms personal needs and expectations. Once the package is created we schedule engagement shoots, bridal shower shoots, planner meetings and make sure our bride and grooms are completely ready for the big day! And then lights camera action and our team shows up ready to capture all of their wedding memories. LS: As technology continues to evolve, what do you foresee in the wedding photography, videography and entertainment industry?

NK: We see it getting better and better every year. At AMV we strive to keep learning and evolving with the technology. We have numerous seminars with our team to make sure we understand and know how to use the amazing new technology offered to us. We have been in the business for over 15 years and we cannot wait to see the new technology that comes with every year. You never know maybe one day instead of same day edits we will be doing bride and groom holographic images.

LS: For readers looking for entertainment /photography support, what do you suggest to look for prior to booking?

NK: We at AMV cannot stress this enough make sure that the vendor you are hiring has back up photographers/videographers/DJs on call for your big day and also back up equipment. We have heard horror stories where the team does not show up on the day of the wedding because of sickness or whatever it may be so that is why we always have on call staff and back up gear ready for every event. This is a one time event so better safe then sorry it was we always say.

LS: What are key features AMV Weddings provides for people who need your services for their wedding day?

NK:  We provide not only reliability and amazing quality but we also our known for our amazing Same Day Edits where we allow our bride and grooms to choose a song and we edit a glimpse of their mornings, ceremony, photo shoot and first dance and actually show it that day!! We also always have two photographers and two videographers for every couple so we do not miss a thing. Our event coordinators also help with the planning of your day and make sure we assign the best team for your unique wedding needs.

LS: With so many weddings companies in the GTHA, what sets AMV Weddings apart from others?

NK: Unlike other wedding companies we believe every bride and grooms has their own unique vision and look for their wedding day so we make sure we schedule the right photographers or videographers for the job. Most companies also do not have back up teams on call or back of gear ready to go at any time on your big day. The main difference is reliably and quality!

LS: Can you share with us your favourite event you supported at LIUNA Station?

NK: We have done so many events at LIUNA Station it would definitely be hard to pick only one! We would say every wedding/event at LIUNA Station is our favourite we love working with the amazing teams at LIUNA Station.

LS: With all your years of experience in the wedding industry, what is the biggest lesson AMV Weddings has learned?

NK: Since we have been in the industry for over 15 years we have seen a lot and learned even more. The most important thing that we have learned is you can never have enough people on call and that every wedding is unique and different so you should treat it as such.

We’d like to thank Nevada for taking the time to chat with us, check out AMV Weddings on Instagram and Facebook.

Be sure to head over to LIUNA Gardens blog to get the behind the scenes of preferred vendor Casablanca Inn.

Stay tuned for weekly blog updates and make sure to follow us on Facebook and Instagram as we deliver fresh content to inspire, excite and assist as you plan your dream event.

From all of us at LIUNA Station, thank you for following along!

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Party Décor – This year, like most, large foil balloon bouquets are a must! Whether spelling your name or noting the year 2018, this is a very popular choice and one that never goes out of style.  There are also various forms of flowers as bouquets or centerpieces, that you can get either in your favourite colour, or in traditional school branded colours. We LOVE handmade wood signs and chalkboards with “CONGRATULATIONS” written in big bold capital letters.  Some people opted for a memory wall showing your adorable life stages, and others had little cards put out for your peers and elders to write on and drop in a bowl with ‘words of wisdom’ or their loving wishes for your future ahead.

Food – Many like keeping it light and fresh with a plethora of snacks, appetizers along with a candy bar, or a new trendy donut bar! These beautiful spreads can accommodate numbers easily, fit outside or in, and can roll with the weather.  Some new trends are food trucks for super easy and convenient meals, you can just have a cool little truck pull up outside serving you Mexican, Italian, Asian cuisine – and the list goes on! And oh, don’t forget about the amazing sweets, because everyone loves cupcakes!  

Gifts – Gift cards for grocery stores, restaurants and big-box retailers are always big, but there are also frying pans, dish sets and vacuums (things you’ll need when you move out on your own), and some fun things like board or card games to play with your future roomies!

However you decided to celebrate your graduation, the one thing we hope you will walk away with, and always remember is how loved you truly are.  

“The beautiful thing about learning is that no one can take it away from you.”—B.B. King

Be sure to head over to LIUNA Gardens blog to find out what exciting things are trending for Prom 2018.

Stay tuned for weekly blog updates and make sure to follow us on Facebook and Instagram as we deliver fresh content to inspire, excite and assist as you plan your dream event.

From all of us at LIUNA Station, thank you for following along!

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LS) What sets the Watering Can experience apart from other florists?

SD) The Watering Can’s design team is known for our curated designs and our originality to exceed expectations. Whether you seek a simple bouquet or show stopping event installations, our experienced and dedicated designers will craft your dreams into reality creating breath taking results.

LS) What is currently trending right now in wedding and/or corporate events?

SD) Blush tones are remaining strong in the wedding and event industry, but with the additions of burgundy and accents of champagne. Mixed metals in terms of vessels are very popular.  Ceremony arches in circular and hexagon shapes are making their debut.

SO) What inspires you to keep things new and fresh?

SD) We passionately believe that flowers bring joy and happiness to any event. Our designers have their masters in European design and we continue to send them around the world for inspiration.  Every designer has a niche and passion and we nurture that passion to allow full creativity.

LS) What is one thing a client should know when working with a florist?

SD) Be open and allow the designers some creative freedom- it’s all in the details.

LS) What was your most memorable event?

SD) Our most memorable event was honouring a bride and groom in hospice. We were able to bring joy and beauty at such a difficult time. We received a last minute call from hospice and every team member stopped in their tracks to be a part of this day. This memory, though simple, is still very dear to our hearts.

LS) What are your favourite pieces to work with at an event?

SD) Anything that allows us to showcase our creativity! Whether it be arbour installations, bridal bouquets or gala arrangements, we love it all!

We’d like to thank Sue for taking the time to chat with us, check out their beautiful pieces on Instagram @thewateringcan; @thewateringcanweddings; @thewateringcan_pastrymarket or on Facebook

Be sure to head over to LIUNA Gardens blog to learn how The D.J. Emporium works to creates lasting memories after the night is over.

Stay tuned for weekly blog updates and make sure to follow us on Facebook and Instagram as we deliver fresh content to inspire, excite and assist as you plan your dream event.

From all of us at LIUNA Station, thank you for following along!

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LS) What sets the Watering Can experience apart from other florists?

SD) The Watering Can’s design team is known for our curated designs and our originality to exceed expectations. Whether you seek a simple bouquet or show stopping event installations, our experienced and dedicated designers will craft your dreams into reality creating breath taking results.

LS) What is currently trending right now in wedding and/or corporate events?

SD) Blush tones are remaining strong in the wedding and event industry, but with the additions of burgundy and accents of champagne. Mixed metals in terms of vessels are very popular.  Ceremony arches in circular and hexagon shapes are making their debut.

SO) What inspires you to keep things new and fresh?

SD) We passionately believe that flowers bring joy and happiness to any event. Our designers have their masters in European design and we continue to send them around the world for inspiration.  Every designer has a niche and passion and we nurture that passion to allow full creativity.

LS) What is one thing a client should know when working with a florist?

SD) Be open and allow the designers some creative freedom- it’s all in the details.

LS) What was your most memorable event?

SD) Our most memorable event was honouring a bride and groom in hospice. We were able to bring joy and beauty at such a difficult time. We received a last minute call from hospice and every team member stopped in their tracks to be a part of this day. This memory, though simple, is still very dear to our hearts.

LS) What are your favourite pieces to work with at an event?

SD) Anything that allows us to showcase our creativity! Whether it be arbour installations, bridal bouquets or gala arrangements, we love it all!

We’d like to thank Sue for taking the time to chat with us, check out their beautiful pieces on Instagram @thewateringcan; @thewateringcanweddings; @thewateringcan_pastrymarket or on Facebook

Be sure to head over to LIUNA Gardens blog to learn how The D.J. Emporium works to creates lasting memories after the night is over.

Stay tuned for weekly blog updates and make sure to follow us on Facebook and Instagram as we deliver fresh content to inspire, excite and assist as you plan your dream event.

From all of us at LIUNA Station, thank you for following along!

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Pre- Event Checklist:

Day of Checklist:

✔ Ensure you have a schedule for all day/evening events so that you can prioritize.

✔ Make sure you have provided a shot list, for example from the front desk/registration, event signage (free advertising), host/speakers, organizers, VIP’s etc. Basically whoever you want pictures of make sure they make it on your shot list.  Also remind the photographer that it’s important to get the feeling of the event. After it’s all said and done capturing candid shots are a must!

✔ It’s a photographers job to ensure they have what they need (and then some) but don’t forget to save a place for setup, tear down and store extra gear. Also provide plenty of time to be able to get camera ready.

✔ Taking names is a must! Make sure your photographer grabs the names of people in single or group shots for social media purposes or for use later on in publication, websites, etc.  

Lastly, some cool and innovative ideas to set your photos apart from just any old corporate event could be to use a drone. This popular device captures dramatic angles and aerial views of large groups.  GoPro is another option, as it adds a personal touch with someone who knows the event better than anyone else!

Stay tuned for weekly blog updates and make sure to connect with LIUNA Station on Instagram and Facebook as we deliver fresh, new content to inspire, excite and assist as you plan your dream event.

Be sure to head over to LIUNA Garden’s blog to check out its photo checklist and unique concepts for your big day.

From all of us at LIUNA Stations, thank you for following along!

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#Theme

The first thing to remember is that each business or brand has a unique personality and your event must showcase that. The decor or type of menu you decide are important, but it’s the preparation and consistency of theme which allows the event personality to come through. Figure out what your theme is, stick to it, and ensure your company’s event goal doesn’t get lost.

Plan ahead for a smooth registration

First impressions are everything. To ensure a smooth registration, appoint a greeter to the door to direct foot traffic and have them keep an electronic copy of attendees to check off as they arrive. For an easy way to keep track of guest’s attendance, Evite is a website that creates, sends, and manages invitations. Set an RSVP date so that you have a confirmed number of guests. Excel is another tool you can use for registration, a simple control F for guests last name will ensure you capture all your attendance in a timely manner. If there will be guests with special needs, ensure the space is accessible and that everyone can be accommodated. Questions to keep in mind for those travelling, will there be parking or transportation available? Are there nearby hotels?

Food and Beverage

It’s an event planner’s job to ensure not only a successful program takes place, but a delicious meal is served. Provide a variety of choices, while keeping guest’s preferences in mind, and remember stick to your theme. Have guest’s notify you of any allergies upon confirming their attendance? Discuss with your caterer about alternatives for all dietary requirements.  Don’t forget to think of logistics around how the food will be served – is it buffet style or sit-down? Will there be wine tasting or appetizers? Don’t forget to include time for eating in your itinerary. If speakers are presenting, ensure guests don’t sit with dirty plates while listening!

Lighting and sound

When preparing for a corporate event, an event planner must consider audio visuals. How lighting and sound are employed will have a great effect on the outcome of your corporate event. Do speakers need AV requirements in their presentation? Possible equipment includes microphones, projectors, sound systems, screens, wifi, special lighting etc. Make an inventory– be sure you’re equipped with all the supplies needed to avoid potential problems with technical setup. Testing everything beforehand is never a bad idea. We also suggest to have a charging station for your guests. Outlets are often limited at venues, and your guests will love you.

Have we peaked your interest yet? We would love to host your upcoming corporate or social event! Get in touch with us today to book a site visit, and secure your desired date. Remember, dates do fill up fast.

Stay tuned for weekly blog updates and make sure to connect with LIUNA Station on Instagram and Facebook as we deliver fresh, new content to inspire, excite and assist as you plan your dream event.

Be sure to head over to LIUNA Garden’s blog to check out a mini interview with preferred vendor Staybridge Suites.

From all of us at LIUNA Stations, thank you for following along!

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LS: Tell us a little bit about Diletti Salon and Spa?

AD: Established in 2016, our main goal at Diletti Salon and Spa is to make you feel special and look great. When you walk through our doors we promise you will enjoy a fun and friendly atmosphere where you can take in every moment as you relax and take some time away from your busy day! We are confident that our staff will provide you with precision hair cutting, styling, detailed highlighting and many other personalized services for any age executed by stylists who are continually striving for excellence. With a team of seven stylists, some of which have 40 years of experience, each stylist contributes to form a dedicated team of professionals who continually update their education to serve your hair styling needs. As a salon team, each stylist specializes in cutting and colouring techniques with Schwarzkopf.

LS: What kinds of services do you offer for bridal parties?

AD: Our salon is well known to accommodate weddings with bridal parties of any size. Our staff will use their expertise and creativity to make your wedding day that much more special with the perfect creation. We also offer make-up services, along with manicure and pedicures for bridal parties.

LS: What kinds of trends are you seeing in the wedding industry right now in terms of hair and makeup?

AD: As of right now, 2018 is a year of romantic, effortless luxe hair. A touch of elegance and sophistication paired with what makes you – you.

Tousled, textured and perfectly imperfect messy hair is the perfect way to showcase modern and fresh visions of hair glamour. Whether you have long or short hair, there’s a wedding look for you. Your hairstylist can always add extensions to your hair if you’d prefer a fuller look. Our stylists will also work with you to pair your hairstyle with what will work perfectly to truly set your wedding look. Whether it be a wedding comb or bridal hair pins, with or without a blusher, a veil with or without embellishments we are ready to give you picture perfect hair!

LS: Hair stylists and makeup artists are up close and personal with the bride and wedding party on the big day. How do you keep the Bride calm – and keep the makeup on?!

AD: Our friendly staff always make each customer who walks in to our salon and sits in our chairs feel right at home. Our mobile services also gives the bride and her crew the ease of being in their own space. At Diletti Salon and Spa we offer Bridal Trials, where the bride along with the mother of the bride can come in and experience a glimpse of what to expect on their big day. Our staff really takes the time to understand exactly what the bride wants and will execute it to perfection. This will give the bride one less worry on her big day!

LS: What is one of the proudest moments Diletti Salon and Spa has had?

AD: Diletti Salon and Spa has had many proud moments. Our clients always leave with a big smile on their face and we have grown very close to many of our clients and feel like they are a part of our family. Opening Diletti Salon and Spa was a proud moment for me, as I have been a hair stylist in Stoney Creek for over 19 years. Diletti Salon and Spa earned top 10 best hair salon for the Hamilton region in the Readers’ Choice award for 2017. As the proud owner of Diletti Salon and Spa, I am a very passionate Hair Stylist, who runs a successful business and who loves giving back to the community. I dedicate my time every February to perfectly execute a Fashion Show, which raises money for the Jurvinski Cancer Centre and McMaster Sick Kids. These two organizations are very near and dear to my heart. At the salon, every October we raise money for Breast Cancer. We also donate care packages to the Jurvinski Cancer centre to patients who are undergoing cancer treatments.

LS: What is the most rewarding part about working in this industry?

AD: The most rewarding part about working in this industry is the satisfaction and joy in making people feel good. The feeling of having a client who is sitting in your chair, trusting you to make them look beautiful, and the moment they turn and look in the mirror and are at a loss for words is truly the most rewarding experience. It’s extremely gratifying to realize we are responsible for making someone feel better about themselves. As hairstylists we often build a friendship connection with clients, and clients use appointments to relax and unwind. Our staff loves building relationships and giving advice, we make every experience a positive one!

We’d like to thank Anthony of Diletti Salon and Spa for sharing his expertise and passion and for his wonderful efforts to give back to the community. Be sure to follow Diletti Salon on Instagram @dilettisalonandspa and Facebook to check out more of their gorgeous work!

Stay tuned for weekly blog updates and make sure to connect with Liuna Station on Instagram and Facebook as we deliver fresh, new content to inspire, excite and assist as you plan your dream event. Be sure to check out our recent interview with The Wedding Depot over on the Liuna Gardens blog!

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No need to stress on your big day, let our trusted wedding and event design experts make your dream a reality! Check out:

Ettridges The Studio
Luxury Wedding and Event Design Company located in Burlington, Ontario. We “Bring the Bling” to one-of-a-kind weddings, special occasions and creative endeavors of all kinds. Our passion for design, exquisite styling, unique décor selection and uncompromising service will ensure that each breathtaking event sparkles with sophistication and energy.

• Call to book: 905-319-5665

It’s all about customization, from social events to social boards to corporate branding materials, check out:

Exotik Wrapz

Specialize in car/fleet graphic design, vinyl color change, custom dance floor design, social board and more!

• Call: 647-971-2971

What makes the memories of a fantastic event last a lifetime? Photos and videos of course! Capture your special day and relive it over and over again! Check out:

David + Kara Wedding Imagery  

We are a husband + wife team of wedding specialists. We choose to focus exclusively on weddings because they are significant, and the pictures that we create will matter years down the road. Our ideal clients are incredible, inspiring couples who believe – like we do – that marriage is the most powerful union on the planet. We believe that marriage is worth celebrating and we want to transform your wedding into a legacy for future generations. We hope that you are our next David + Kara couple! Photographer + Wedding Cinematographers, serving Toronto, Kitchener, Waterloo, Hamilton, London, Cambridge, Guelph, Milton, Mississauga, Brampton, Burlington, Niagara, and the rest of Southern Ontario.

• Call to inquire and book: 519-635-5135

Make your special event even sweeter with some delicious delicacies! Wow your guests and feed your sweet tooth in style with the help of trusted masters of treats! Check out:

Criveller Cakes

Criveller’s is known far and wide as the Chocolate Craft Store. A tour through this elegant European style patisserie is both a feast for the eyes as well as delight to the senses. The visitor is greeted by row upon row of mouth watering temptations such as truffles, pastries, cookies, bignole, strawberries dipped in chocolate, caramelized fruit, gift baskets and other assorted chocolate goodies, each a unique handmade creation.

• Call to inquire and book:(905) 356-9441

Create an unforgettable experience with your family and friends with some live entertainment. Check out:

Wildcard

Since our humble beginning in the mid 90’s, Wildcard has been delivering unforgettable moments that bond people through unique event experiences. Be it a bachelor stag party, a themed birthday gathering, a corporate holiday function, or a community fundraiser, Wildcard is poised to make any event seamlessly organized and flawlessly executed, ultimately bringing peace of mind and joys to the entire process. Every detail that matters is accounted for, so that both the guests and the hosts enjoy a time of their life. 

• Call to inquire and book: 905-856-4166

Give the full 5 Star experience! At the end of the night, you and your guests should rest your dancing feet and relax. Check out a nearby hotel and valet service!

Staybridge Suites  

A stay at Staybridge Suites Hamilton Downtown places you in the heart of Hamilton, walking distance from FirstOntario Centre and Art Gallery of Hamilton. This hotel is within close proximity of Hamilton City Hall and Hamilton Place Theater.

• Call to inquire and book: (905)-527-1001

Northern Valet

A customer service oriented parking solutions company. As an industry leader in expertise, our Toronto based team provides valet and other services for venues and events across Southern Ontario. Our goal is to maximize customer experience by providing top quality service from start to finish. In order to accomplish this we focus on the development of our recruiting, training and management processes. As a result, our entire team (from the office to the curb) operates in a professional and customer-centric manner. Dynamic and highly adaptable, all services are designed specifically with the needs of the client in mind. Wherever your venue, whatever your event, Northern Valet has the service for you.

• Call to inquire and book: (416)-615-2493

With any event, it’s best to get some R&R time. Preferably before AND after the big day! Check out:

Dilletti Salon and Spa

Maintaining customer satisfaction is our top priority. We strive to meet the needs of our clients, providing quality hair and spa services in a state of the art facility, which boasts a friendly and relaxing atmosphere.

• Call to inquire and book: 905-662-7300

Thank you to all of our preferred vendors for the work they do to help make our events so extraordinary! Be sure to head over to LIUNA Garden’s blog to check out preferred vendors that help ensure guests leave with a memorable experience!  

Stay tuned for weekly blog updates and make sure to connect with LIUNA Station on Instagram and Facebook as we deliver fresh, new content to inspire, excite and assist as you plan your dream event.

From all of us at LIUNA Station, thank you for following along!

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