Corporate Drinks Reception
A good drinks reception feels relaxed and welcoming. The music sits at just the right level, the lighting makes the room feel warm and there is space to talk. We take care of that backdrop so your reception runs smoothly on its own.
A reception that runs on its own
A drinks reception does not have to be grand to be a success. It is all about the feeling: people chatting in a relaxed way, music that carries the mood and a room that invites people to linger. That balance does not happen by itself. If the music is too loud, everyone has to shout. Too soft, and the room feels empty. We make sure that balance is exactly right.
HuurAV.nl provides the technical side for Friday afternoon socials, networking receptions and client drinks in Amsterdam and the surrounding area. We deliberately keep it understated and polished, because a drinks reception calls for a backdrop that supports the moment rather than a production that demands attention. You need no technical knowledge yourself.
Sound that carries conversations
The biggest difference between a successful and an awkward reception comes down to the sound. We tune the music and the set-up so the sound travels evenly through the room, with no loud spot near the bar or dead corner further along. The music sits at a level that carries the atmosphere and lets conversations continue. Want to give a short toast or a welcome message halfway through? We make sure it comes across clearly, after which the background music smoothly returns.
Ambience with warm light
Light shapes how a room feels. An office or hall that looks businesslike during the day becomes warm and inviting with the right lighting. We work with calm, warm accents that make the reception feel cosy and give the room a polished look, even once it gets dark outside. That way your reception feels welcoming from the very first drink.
The Friday afternoon social
A Friday afternoon social is there to round off the week and bring colleagues together in a relaxed way. That calls for a compact, tidy set-up that goes up quickly and stays out of sight. We keep it light and approachable, so the reception feels like a natural moment rather than an event.
A networking reception with a little extra
At a networking reception, first impressions count. A screen showing a short recap, a welcome message or a few figures gives your reception a touch more substance without making it formal. Does the reception flow on afterwards into a fuller programme or a party? Then this connects seamlessly with our approach for company parties, so the evening runs as one continuous whole.
Handled from set-up to collection
We start with a short review of the room, the crowd and the atmosphere you are after. From that comes a clear proposal. On the day itself we set up and install everything well before the first guest arrives, test the sound and lighting, and make sure it is all just right. Afterwards we collect everything again. If you would rather pick up a small set yourself for a modest reception, you can also visit the webshop of SpeakerVerhuur.
Calm and experience in the background
Our routine comes from hundreds of events through SpeakerVerhuur, with a Google score of 5.0 from over 130 reviews. At a reception you notice that experience most in what you do not notice: the equipment is ready on time, stays out of the way and does exactly what it should. In case of urgency we are also directly reachable.
Would you like a reception where your guests feel at ease straight away and that runs on its own? Let us know what you have in mind and we will put together a proposal that fits the atmosphere you are looking for.
Tidy sound set-up
A neat and compact set-up that fills the room evenly with background music, without guests having to shout to hear one another.
Tailored background music
Music that suits the moment and the crowd, set at a level that carries conversations rather than drowning them out.
Atmospheric lighting
Warm lighting that makes the room feel cosy and gives the reception a polished look, even as the evening draws in.
A screen if you want one
A screen for a short recap, some figures or a welcome message, so you can easily give the reception a little more substance.
Frequently asked questions
Can you set the music so conversations remain possible?
Yes, that is exactly the starting point at a drinks reception. We set the volume so the music carries the atmosphere and sounds evenly throughout the room, while your guests can still hear one another without effort.
Is this also suitable for a small Friday afternoon social?
Certainly. We have compact set-ups that suit a smaller room and a limited crowd, tidied away neatly so the equipment stays out of sight.
Can we give a short speech or announcement?
You can. We provide a microphone and make sure a welcome message or announcement comes across clearly, after which the background music returns.
Do you also arrange a screen for a networking reception?
If you would like one, yes. A screen is handy for a short recap, mentioning the names of guests or showing a few figures, so a networking reception gains a little more substance.
Where do you provide corporate drinks receptions?
We are mainly active in Amsterdam and also provide receptions in Amstelveen, Diemen, Hoofddorp, Haarlem, Zaandam and the wider area.
Ready to organise your corporate drinks?
Tell us what you are organising. We translate your programme, venue and wishes into a clear technical proposal.