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THOUGHTFIRE

Managing Member:
Pravina Coombs
www.thoughtfire.co.za

EVENTS WITH PERFECTION Association, IDC, Durban Film Office, ABSA, HBZ, Sita
GovTech and Edison Power.
What Should You Look for When Choosing an Event The team at thoughtFIRE spends every day organising
Management Company? events. Consequently, they have great knowledge
ƒ Hire professionals with a proven track record of the meticulous logistics required when planning
ƒ Look for a creative and innovative company an event and their attention to detail is impeccable.
ƒ Make sure they understand your budget and needs Event logistics includes managing complex and large
ƒ They are enthusiastic about your event as much as delegate databases covering travel, accommodation,
you are catering, registration, sourcing of guest speakers,
conference packs and event day logistics.
thoughtFIRE has established itself as one of the
leading event management companies in South Africa. Having the services of reliable vendors and suppliers is
thoughtFIRE works nationally and internationally crucial to the overall success of any event. thoughtFIRE
and prides itself in its administration, creativity and has a strong network of solid connections which includes
a variety of people and service providers ranging from
turnaround time. The company is owner-managed by the only the best, including audio-visual companies,
Pravina Coombs who has had many years of experience décor providers and musicians to the most unique or the
in the industry and is dedicated to running all types of biggest and most suitable venue in the city.
events to perfection. Coombs is supported by a team
of professional staff who all have much energy and “Our clients benefit from cost-saving, preferential
passion in ensuring that their clients’ expectations are rates and our strong relationships with our suppliers”,
exceeded. High quality client-centred service is at the says Coombs. The best rates will be negotiated to
heart of the business. assist the client with their budget and ensuring the
success of the event. Of note is that thoughtFIRE
Over the last 28 years, thoughtFIRE has managed will help you choose a venue that will not only
hundreds of events with skill and enthusiasm, including meet your budget but your goals for your event.
conferences, banquets, seminars, exhibitions, live Venue selection can affect attendance, sales, as
events, and specialised meetings to name a few. well as image and brand value, so careful selection
is required. thoughtFIRE understands the need for
thoughtFIRE is also a public relations consultancy so companies to reduce costs and you may leave the
the team can manage all marketing and media relations running around for detailed quotes to them. In order
as well as overall project management services. This to maximise on available resources, thoughtFIRE also
includes the design, print and production of logos, offers an advisory service.
announcements and media releases, invitations,
posters, programmes and other conference and event- The team at thoughtFIRE will brainstorm with you
related material. to develop a comprehensive project plan which is
continuously updated and used to manage and guide
“We are fortunate to have a loyal client base” says the event as it unfolds. thoughtFIRE thinks out the
Coombs, “and this is key to the strong foundation box and ensures that your event is designed to suit
we have built with our clients over the years”. The your every need. Project tasks will be identified
company’s client base ranges from private individuals and defined to ensure that they are executed within
to associations, NGOs, Government and corporate given timelines, while keeping your budget in mind.
entities. The number of attendees/delegates hosted Regular meetings with clients are scheduled in order
ranges from 10 to over 10 000. Recent clients to ensure that high quality outcomes are realised. A
include African Renaissance, SAICA, Businesswomen’s final closing report will be prepared after each event.
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