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| Artistic way of decorating a hall, adding a touch African masterpieces |
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| Mrs Uche Majekodunmi, Executive Director - Newton & David Events |
Nigeria’s
leading events and decoration company, Newton & David usually transforms
any event to a world class one by adding artistic touch to it.
During an interactive session
with the press last Thursday, the Chief Executive Officer of the company, Mrs.
Uche Majekodunmi announced the unveiling of its new store at the Elpina Plaza, Victoria Island,
Lagos, which took place on Friday, June 14, 2013.
Speaking further, she said that
the events management company, which is an arm of the Newton & David Group,
based in Lagos, Nigeria, had earned renowned accolades for delivering of out of
this world concept and world class standards, that is why it set up a new branch
after operating at GRA, Ikeja,
Lagos, for over 20 years.
“Apart from events management,
brand orchestration, window display, floral design and décor, it produces
exceptionally creative concepts and delivers exquisite, unforgettable and
seamless events, stunning designs, awesome décor and remarkable floral
displays.
Explaining further about the
company, she said: “As pioneers in the Events industry, Newton &
David is renowned for their consistent delivery of world class standards in
Management, Design and Décor; they produce exceptional event setting, stunning
design, soothing décor, and remarkable floral company that is second to none.
Regardless of the type of event, Newton &
David Events consistently contributes a high level of attention to detail and
creativity to produce a seamless stress-free event for clients. With two
exceptional event management packages; full event management package and event advisory,
Newton & David continues to make bold statements with their event from
small intimate dinner parties to large corporate function.
“While the full event management package is almost
the ‘easy process’ which includes free initial consultation to discuss concept
(theme, style, mood, feel of event), design and décor, the event advisory is
quite the opposite; it involves initial consultation session and concept
brainstorming session with a detailed event timeline brief, here client pays
for the professional service offered but handles the management on their own.
It is committed to offering impeccable services, using its wealth of experience
and resources in the industry to make any Event truly spectacular and
memorable. All Newton & David creations are distinct, elegant and always
unforgettable.”
“One of the
most exciting things we also do is building false walls for art exhibition. “Nigeria, being a member of Committee of Nations
and standing tall, I am passionate about Nigeria that is why I promote its cultural
heritage by decorating the stage with artworks from Nigerian artists, where
necessary. I also use sculptures from Nigerian artists to decorate lounge.” Majekodunmi
said.
The 53-year-old entrepreneur
also added that Newton & David's creations are always about making bold and
pre-agreed statements with each outing - from small intimate dinner parties to
large corporate functions.
She shared the rudiments of
managing events and said: “First thing we do is to take a brief and listen to
what our client wants to say. You don’t just manage event but must make a
statement through how you manage an event.
“In terms of technicalities, you
have to take into cognizance the number of guests that will attend the event,
does religion come into play? What colours will be suitable for the occasion? “
She showed a picture of a
venue they built false walls and incorporated it into a design from the
entrance of the venue.
Majekodunmi said colours are
very exotic and include: strawberry, avocado and has to be selected according
to the time of the event –gala, dinner or breakfast. “Props, setting and
accessories must be put into cognisance. Choose the right fabrics and
chandeliers. We put details to what ushers will and ensure that it blends with the
decoration. It would be difficult for one person to handle an event. Flowers
have to be clean and tidy and cutlery sets must be placed at the right place.”
She does not discriminate
clientele but always welcomes everybody.
In terms of economic aspect
of her business, she stressed that event management and decoration has kept
Nigeria’s economy alive. “In fact, an event can positively touch about 1, 000
lives, including the carpenter, rug man and so on. All these people tax so it
is boosting our country’s economic development.”
She attributed
the success of her company to team work “because the business is beyond me as a
person.”
She advised
whoever wants to go into her type of business to be bold. “My late mother said
“Do the best in whatever you do.”
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