Hartley Consulting & Events Services
At Hartley Consulting & Events, we are dedicated to supporting venue owners, event organisers, tourism boards and the wider tourism and hospitality community in various ways. We recognise that the tourism and hospitality sector face unique challenges and opportunities, and our expertise spans across multiple areas to ensure comprehensive assistance for your business.
Here are some of the key ways we collaborate with our clients:
Business Development Strategy
We partner with businesses in the hospitality and tourism sector to develop tailored business development strategies. Through careful analysis of market trends, competitor assessment, and customer insights, we identify growth opportunities and devise strategies to capitalise on them. Our goal is to help business expand their market presence, attract new customers, and optimise revenue generation.
To find out how our Business Development Strategy helped a real-life business read this case study from Warwickshire College Group.
“After the COVID pandemic we felt that we were starting from the beginning! Hartley Consulting & Events has helped with all aspects of the conferencing and events business.
Chris has been on hand at all stages, nothing has been too much trouble.
Hartley Consulting & Events has helped us become more aware of the market, introduced us to agencies and the platforms available to help move the business forward.
I would definitely recommend Hartley Consulting & Events to other businesses, his support, contacts and knowledge of the events and meetings industry has been invaluable.”
Sarah Butterfield – Warwickshire College Group – Director of Adult Learning and Commercial Development
Business Consultancy
Hartley Consulting & Events offers professional consultancy services to businesses in the hospitality and tourism sector. We provide expert guidance on various aspects of operations, such as membership strategies, customer experience enhancement, new business opportunities and process improvement. Our consultancy services aim to drive operational efficiency, improve profitability, and create a competitive advantage in the industry.
Our case study from Destination Coventry is here and you can read about how we worked with this newly formed tourism board on a consultancy basis during their formation.
Event Planning and Management
Our team at Hartley Consulting & Events have over 30 years’ experience in the events industry and specialise in planning and managing events. Whether it’s organising conferences, corporate meetings, trade shows or exhibitions, we can handle all aspects of your event planning. From conceptualisation and budgeting to venue selection, logistics coordination, and on-site management, we ensure flawless execution to deliver memorable and impactful events.
Find out how we supported the Association of Drainage Authorities with their recent event, read the full case study here.
Business Advisor in Tourism and Hospitality
With our deep understanding of the tourism and hospitality industry, we serve as trusted advisors to businesses seeking guidance in this sector. We provide advice on behalf of bodies including local authorities and chambers of commerce to help support businesses in this sector. Our aim is to help businesses navigate the complex landscape of the industry and its external factors to capitalise on emerging trends and make informed decisions that drive growth and sustainability.
Find out how we worked with Coventry City Council and Coventry & Warwickshire Chamber of Commerce to support businesses post-pandemic – read the full case study here.
“Since working with Chris on this project we have continued our close working relationship and have since retained Chris on further projects including the Community Renewal Fund where an additional 13 businesses were supported and in 2022 Creative Coventry which supported 15 businesses in accessing social media workshops and masterclasses, as well as an in-person Recruitment and Skills Summit.
Chris’s knowledge of the tourism, leisure, events and hospitality sector and business experience make Hartley Consulting and Events the natural choice for these projects. We’re delighted to have Chris as a Business Advisor – Tourism, Leisure and Hospitality.
Keely Hancox – Coventry & Warwickshire Chamber of Commerce – Operations Manager
Through our comprehensive range of services, we strive to be a reliable partner for businesses in the hospitality and tourism sector. We combine industry knowledge, innovative thinking, and a client-centred approach to deliver tailored solutions that address your businesses needs and objectives. Our goal is to empower our clients with the expertise, insights, and strategies they need to thrive in a competitive market, elevate customer experiences, and achieve long-term success.
Partner with Hartley Consulting & Events to unlock the full potential of your business in the hospitality and tourism sector. Get in touch with Chris today on 07736107770 or email chris@hartley.events to discuss your requirements.