The challenge

In cooperation with Mindsetting Creative a challenging and creative concept was realised by ACS for the Gala Award Dinner on Thursday evening. This year an impressive video mapping on tables was done. No less than 43 tables were individually mapped, with dedicated projectors and a Watchout-feed. (Watchout is a production and display system that easily combines foto’s, animations, live video etc. into an impressive show)

A blacktrax tracking system was used as an extra gimmick, enabling effortless tracking of speakers walking around, or used for an act following a BMX-biker with several moving heads, providing a spectacular light effect.

All in all the result was enormously impressive and the creative content contributed to an awe inspiring show, surpassing the expectations of the audience once again.

The challenge

Like other years, we wanted to give our guests ‘ something ‘ to think about. This year our guests were hopefully inspired by means of an interactive workshop of Else Kramer.

Else Kramer advises companies and organisations about Visual marketing, communication and identity. She taken us into the online world we are constantly watching and being watched and showed us how we both personal and business wise deal with social media. In addition Else gave us practical tips for making the right profile picture, which created lots of fun interaction.

As a surprise we had invited Jan Andreae, Jan is change and development professional and motivational speaker. Jan has recently written a book on Leadership and gave us a short pitch of the high lights of his book, which was very interesting. Afterwards we surprised all guests with a copy of his book.

As icing on the cake we had a Green Room on location where the craziest photos were taken. We have completed the afternoon with a cozy networking reception. All in all, we enjoyed the successful afternoon!

The challenge

ACS facilitated the integrated AV for no less than 14 rooms, in cooperation with the venue The Bella Center. ACS also facilitated the decor and AV facilities of the plenary room. The content for the opening ceremony was very impressive and was developed and conducted in cooperation with Mindsettig Creative. Together we also developed and implemented the content for the regular sessions, creating a very professional look and feel.

IT partner Eventresult took care of the integrated IT solutions, including the presentation management solution, an onsite Speaker Service Center, Digital Signage, Overflow and a ePoster area.

The challenge

ACS constructed 13 temporary rooms and a plenary hall which accommodated 3,000 delegates. Moreover, ACS supplied all AV facilities for the temporary conference rooms, as well as the seven fixed conference rooms of the congress center. ACS flew in about 80 man staff for the build of the congress plus 50 additional staff from suppliers.

New were the innovative room entrances branded in the look and feel of the conference and with an overflow screen to visualize outside what was presented inside the rooms.

For the spectacular inaugural session the creative company Live Legends produced the concept and content and ACS supplied the hardware.

The challenge

A circus atmosphere was produced through creative use of fabrics and lighting, and the materials ensured that all areas were soundproof. The Village consisted of a central square, leading to three lecture and workshop theaters, each decorated to fit the theme, plus a Speaker Service Center and the inspiration hub with live news and update feeds to TV’s on the show floor.

Big Top was the biggest of the three theaters, equipped with cutting-edge technology, including 12m wide screen and an IT system that included presentation management, digital chairtables and a digital lectern. Lions’ Den allowed learning in an informal bistro setting and Circus School provided workshops in an open, stimulating environment.

All theaters were integrated with Eventresult’s presentation management system, session recording and overflow.

The challenge

As the Krasnapolsky’s audio-visual partner, ACS took care of all the audio-visual requirements across several different rooms for the opening. ACS built a stage for a DJ, singer and saxophonist in the Wintertuin using LED tiles. The content was specially made to complement the hotel’s particular lay-out. A countdown timer brought the public to the Grand Ballroom for the opening ceremony.

ACS also used rear projection spanning the entire stage opening. The result was stunning as the frame around the stage opening made it look as though the public were looking through an enormous flat screen. The special film with light and other special effects was followed by a celebratory toast that included the CEO of the NH Hotel Group, Federico Gonzáles Tejera, and the Managing Director of the Krasnapolsky, Herman Klok.

Then there was an optional tour of some of the hotel’s venues and rooms. We also had a surprise in store for those visiting the Royal Suite – the visitors could direct a group of musicians on Dam Square from the suite. At twilight a group of musicians were lit up to create a magical atmosphere. These lights ran on LEDs and batteries. After that, there was special lighting for the inevitable press wall and sound for the after party.

All in all, it was a highly enjoyable event that came about through good collaboration. We would like to congratulate the NH Collection Grand Hotel Krasnapolsky with its fabulous new appearance!