1. Start by tracking down former members
The history of a club lives in its people. Use the club's archives to find names of former board members, championship teams and volunteers. LinkedIn and the local newspaper are perfect channels to reach these people and invite them to the anniversary celebration.
2. Digitalise the club's history
Nothing works as well at an anniversary as old team photos and newspaper clippings. Scan them and add them to the photo albums on your reunion website. Guests can browse them before the evening and get in the mood.
3. Set up online ticket sales
For a large anniversary you don't want to be dealing with lists and cash at the door. With Mijn Reünie you sell tickets via iDEAL. The system tracks exactly how many people are coming, and with the check-in app you scan everyone at the entrance to the clubhouse or marquee.
4. The LiveWall as an interactive museum
On the evening, set up a screen with the LiveWall. Ask members to upload photos of their best goals, championship moments or great nights out from years gone by. It becomes a live museum that keeps generating interaction all evening long.
5. Create a lasting memory
After the anniversary you want to keep the connection alive. Share the evening's shared photo album with all attendees. It's the perfect ending to a milestone in the club's history.
Celebrate your success!
Organising an anniversary is a big job, but with the right tools you can keep it organised and professional. Here's to the next 50 years!