Hostesses in Birmingham

1. How to select a hostesses agencies?

The best way to pick the best Hostess & Promo agency is to make sure the agency has positive feedback from previous clients and proof of previous work, such as images from shows...

2. What a hostess brings to a trade show stand?

Hostesses should always be professional, hard working and make sure the client is happy at all times. So this is what a hostess suppose to bring to your stand: professionalism and personal attention.

3. Three tips you would give to the entrepreneur when he has to choose a hostesses agency.

1. Check the agency feedback and previous work
2. Ensure they are local to your event
3. Never pay any upfront fees to hire staff from a Hostess agencies

4. Which basic knowledge you think a hostess needs to work on Hospitality Show? (languages, specific knowledges…)

A hostess should always be on time, prompt, polite and hard working. Using a mobile phone is a big no for any client as well as chewing a gum. These are the main things any client will look at and its a rather negative feedback for any agency, if their hostess is seen breaking the above rules. Additional languages always help, especially Spanish, German and French, for Technology Conferences and show, knowledge of technology is a big advantage.

5. Which are, on your own opinion, the most difficult part of working on a trade show? And the advantages?

I think the biggest difficulty for hostesses and promotional staff is always standing up all day, sometimes shows can go on for 7-10 days and the hours are long. Early 9am start with finish at 6pm.

Elpromotions is bringing you the most sought after Fashion event in the Midlands - Birmingham International Fashion Week and some of the most breathtaking runway shows held in the stunning Birmingham City Banqueting Suite. 

Having marked the successful launch in 2013 with over 12 Runway Shows showcasing designers from around the world, 2014 was even bigger and presented you with new fashion talent from around the globe! Visitors saw the latest Autumn/Winter 14 collections before hitting the designer showrooms for an option to browse & buy. 2014 also sees the launch of ”Show & Sell” Designer Showroom, introducing designers from around the world, selling accessories and fashion whilst presenting you with a ‘fashion installation’. 

Elpromotions Promotional Models worked hard over the 5-day event in Birmingham - Clothes Show Live 2014. Our girls had so much fun working at Pro-Voke Touch of Silver hair products.

What does a hostess bring to your exhibition stand?

Spark, hard work and big smile! Hostesses should always be professional, hard working and engage with customers at all times. After all thats what they are there for!

As an exhibitor, give me three reasons to hire a hostess agency.

The main reason for any client or company to hire an agency is to portray a better brand image, delegate some of their own staff and employees work to Hostesses and agency workers, whilst freeing up time to concentrate on sales, creating new client relationships and sourcing new business.

Give me three tips in order to select the right hostess agency.

The best way to pick the best Hostess & Promo agency is to make sure the agency has positive feedback from previous clients and proof of previous work, such as images from shows etc.

Be sure to always:

1. Check the agency feedback and previous work, using Google always helps if the website has very little or no information.
2. Ensure they are local to your event to avoid huge travel costs
3. Never pay any upfront fees to hire staff from Hostess agencies, unless its a deposit.

Tell me why I should choose your agency?

We have over 5 years of proven track record of happy clients and we supply girls all across the UK and beyond. Our fees are also 15% lower than our competitors.

What qualities are you looking for in a hostess?

A hostess should always be on time, prompt, polite and hard working. Using a mobile phone is a big no for any client as well as chewing a gum. These are the main things any client will look at and its a rather negative feedback for any agency, if their hostess is seen breaking the above rules. Additional languages always help, especially Spanish, German and French, for Technology Conferences and show, knowledge of technology is a big advantage.

Which are the 5 most relevant trade fairs in your city?

• The Beauty Show
• London Fashion Week
• Clothes Show Live
• Motor Show
• Bike Show