A Christmas dinner for clients is not the same as a staff party. Guests are there partly as a courtesy, and every detail says something about your company. A venue known for personal service helps, but the hosting still has to come from you.
Decide early which clients to invite, who from your side will host them, and how many of your own colleagues should attend. Too few hosts and clients feel neglected. Too many and the evening feels like an internal event.
Seat each client table with a named host who knows the account. Mix clients who would value meeting each other, and avoid placing competitors side by side. Share the seating plan with hosts in advance so they can prepare.
A warm welcome from your most senior leader.
A short thank-you rather than a business presentation.
Entertainment that supports conversation, such as a quartet or a jazz set.
A thoughtful festive gift at departure.
Brief the hotel's events team on VIPs, dietary needs and anyone who needs special attention. Butler-led service is most effective when the team knows who the guests are and what matters to them.
Agree a photography policy before the night. Some clients prefer not to appear in social posts, so check before sharing images.
A personal note after the dinner, from the host who sat with each client, turns a pleasant evening into a stronger relationship going into the new year.
About this guide: Christmas Party at The St. Regis is written and maintained by Get Out! Events, a Singapore corporate event company at 14 Robinson Road #08-01A, Singapore 048545. It contains general planning guidance only; confirm current venue rules, permits and partner requirements before you book anything.