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Alasdair Henderson

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Master of Ceremonies and Wedding Day Manager View More

Toastmasters based in Glasgow

Book directly with Alasdair Henderson member since 02/01/2020

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Master of Ceremonies and Wedding Day Manager
Act Introduction
No person or organisation does 'Ceremony' quite like 'The Guards' and after a 14-year career in The Scots Guards the word ceremony is ingrained in my DNA. Couple that with several years spent managing functions and events in the officer’s mess, often hosting royalty and other VIPs, and you are provided with the consummate professional. Many venues tell you that they provide a master of ceremonies within their packages. At most venues of course you don’t actually get a free Master of Ceremonies, what you get is a member of staff (usually the Duty Manager) who is tasked with making your announcements – also whilst ensuring food service is on time, the bar is running properly and several other jobs. This means that they are not fully focused on you – the happy couple – especially in a busy hotel where they might be the only manager on duty. Unobtrusive, well versed in all forms of etiquette and protocol, I am always on hand to deal with any issues or hiccups that may arise leaving you with the freedom and confidence to relax, mingle with your guests and enjoy your big day. I don’t plan your wedding, you do that. I manage it on the day though alongside making your announcements - liaising with your venue and other suppliers to ensure that everything goes according to your plans allowing you to relax and mingle you’re your guests safe in the knowledge that the day is being steered and guided according to your wishes.
What to expect
Master of Ceremony Duties  Advice on etiquette and customs  Greet your guests to the ceremony and reception  Advise and assist ushers  Liaise with the celebrant/minister/priest etc  Liaise with the photographer  Liaise with the videographer  Liaise with the caterers/chef/venue management  Organize the receiving line, announce guests  Co-ordinate acceptance of gifts  Call attention to the seating plan  Announce the top table in to the reception  Announce the happy couple in to the reception  Organize and announce the cutting of the cake  Use of my full size Claymore sword to cut your cake  Skirls Aloud unique Quaich ceremony  Announce the toasts and the speakers  Assist in the presenting of special gifts or bouquets  Say grace, if required  Read cards and other messages, if required  Announce and arrange the retiring of the couple from the table  Ensure the arrangements for the evening/liaise with the band/disco  Organize the Grand March (bridal party in to ballroom for first dance)  Announce the first dance  Plus many other unseen tasks that go to make the day perfect
FAQ
Q: How long does setup take? A: 20 to 30 minutes
Q: What are your space and power requirements? A: Nil
Q: Do you take requests? A: Yes

Master of Ceremonies and Wedding Day Manager

No person or organisation does 'Ceremony' quite like 'The Guards' and after a 14-year career in The Scots Guards the word ceremony is ingrained in my DNA. Couple that with several years spent managing functions and events in the officer’s mess, often hosting royalty and other VIPs, and you are provided with the consummate professional. Many venues tell you that they provide a master of ceremonies within their packages. At most venues of course you don’t actually get a free Master of Ceremonies, what you get is a member of staff (usually the Duty Manager) who is tasked with making your announcements – also whilst ensuring food service is on time, the bar is running properly and several other jobs. This means that they are not fully focused on you – the happy couple – especially in a busy hotel where they might be the only manager on duty. Unobtrusive, well versed in all forms of etiquette and protocol, I am always on hand to deal with any issues or hiccups that may arise leaving you with the freedom and confidence to relax, mingle with your guests and enjoy your big day. I don’t plan your wedding, you do that. I manage it on the day though alongside making your announcements - liaising with your venue and other suppliers to ensure that everything goes according to your plans allowing you to relax and mingle you’re your guests safe in the knowledge that the day is being steered and guided according to your wishes.

Master of Ceremony Duties  Advice on etiquette and customs  Greet your guests to the ceremony and reception  Advise and assist ushers  Liaise with the celebrant/minister/priest etc  Liaise with the photographer  Liaise with the videographer  Liaise with the caterers/chef/venue management  Organize the receiving line, announce guests  Co-ordinate acceptance of gifts  Call attention to the seating plan  Announce the top table in to the reception  Announce the happy couple in to the reception  Organize and announce the cutting of the cake  Use of my full size Claymore sword to cut your cake  Skirls Aloud unique Quaich ceremony  Announce the toasts and the speakers  Assist in the presenting of special gifts or bouquets  Say grace, if required  Read cards and other messages, if required  Announce and arrange the retiring of the couple from the table  Ensure the arrangements for the evening/liaise with the band/disco  Organize the Grand March (bridal party in to ballroom for first dance)  Announce the first dance  Plus many other unseen tasks that go to make the day perfect
Q: How long does setup take?

A: 20 to 30 minutes


Q: What are your space and power requirements?

A: Nil


Q: Do you take requests?

A: Yes


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