Samantha Corker
Conference Executive
Zoe Thomas
Conference Executive
Kirsty Jakulis
Conference Coordinator
We are excited to welcome you to the BDC, where our Conference team will be on hand to help bring your event to life. From floorplans and sustainability, to health and safety and more, this page will help with any initial queries you may have. Let’s get started by introducing you to the team…
Either Sam, Zoe or Kirsty will be assigned as your Project Manager for your conference and will be your first point of contact for any queries you may have.
First things first!
We have a few must-reads for you below. These highlight our Health and Safety practices and must be shared with your exhibitors so they can familiarise themselves with the venue.
We are proud members of the Association of Event Venues (AEV), who provide guidance, advice and insight through their e-guide, which we have adopted. From build-ups and breakdowns, to signage, crowd management and more, this guide has everything you need to know.
You can also have a chat with your Project Manager about our Online Ordering System, and they will get your event set up and ready to share. This system will allow your exhibitors to order our stand services easily and efficiently.
Your blank canvas...
It’s floorplanning time! Have a look at our floorplan templates to get an idea of the Mezzanine, Village Green, Gallery Bay, Gallery Hall and Conference Centre spaces to help you in planning your next steps. Your assigned Project Manager will help you create your personalised event floorplan.
Sustainability
The BDC is now proud to be B Corp Certified, as well as being a certified carbon neutral venue since 2010, now setting its sights on becoming net-zero before 2030 and we want to bring you on this journey with us.
From the provision of our onsite suppliers to signage suggestions, and attendee advice to charity donation pointers, it is vital that you have a read to ensure your event leaves less of an impact on the environment. Post-tenancy, you will be given your Environmental Impact Report which summarises your performance, covering waste levels, energy usage, catering data and more. To work to improve these numbers as much as possible, please see our Sustainability Guide for advice on all areas, or email us directly if you have any questions.
Similarly, you can head to our website to find out more on the BDC’s sustainability initiatives, and watch our video to see the most recent update on our progress…
Marketing your event
We’d love to get you listed on our What’s On page, so head to our website to create an organiser account with us, where our marketing team will activate it. You can include event open dates, times, descriptions, weblinks, imagery and more. If you would like assistance with this, please email our marketing team. Similarly, you can get in touch with her if you have any social media content that you’d like us to schedule in prior to your event.
Additionally, we have plenty of branding opportunities venue-wide, from billboards to branding the front facing windows; the options are endless here at the BDC. To find out more, you can request our branding pack by emailing the team, who can assist if you would like to book a branding slot in*, or if have any further questions.
*Branding and advertising slots are subject to date availability.
Preferred Suppliers
We have an array of suppliers who are based onsite, operating from offices right here at the BDC. From our signage experts at Onward Display, to our AV specialists at Aztec, and our caterers at the Good Eating Company (GEC); we have worked with them to deliver events to a world-class standard for many years. Please contact your Project Manager for more information.
Bespoke Catering Services
Large Format Signage
Standfitting Services
Internet & Networking
Audio Visual Services
Contracting Services
You can find some useful contacts below:
- Aztec – James james.robinson@aztecuk.com
- Onward Display – Michael/Luke events@onwarddisplay.com
- Good Eating Company – Galya galya@goodeatingcompany.com / operationsbdc@goodeatingcompany.com
Event extras
Let us help you accommodate your delegates, staff and exhibitors! Check out our list of facilities which can help you and your guests maximise their experience at the BDC.
Read about our Loading Bay facilities for deliveries and unloading.
Advice on travelling to the venue.
Everything you need to know about parking.
Have a multi-day event? Check out our map of hotels local to the BDC.
Check out our directory of restaurants, bars and more in the BDC’s home of Angel, Islington. Should you wish to set up potential partnerships with local businesses for your delegates, please email the team who can help you in setting this up.
It doesn't end there...
This is only the beginning of your experience at the venue, and from all of us here we wish you every success with your event. Your assigned Project Manager will be on hand to help you throughout your time here at the BDC, so let’s get started!
Talk to us today about hosting your event.
Call +44 (0)207 288 6424 or enquire online