the hunter foundation
Lux Events partnered with The Hunter Foundation to produce three huge fundraising dinners with high profile guest speakers – Barack Obama in 2017, Michelle Obama in 2018 and David Attenborough in 2020.
Lux undertook full event design for all three events including format, running order, ticket sales and guest management.
This case study looks at our first event with guest speaker, Barack Obama back in 2017.
Client: The Hunter Foundation
Location: EICC, Edinburgh
Attendees: 1,200
Format: Fundraising Dinner
Date: May 2017
services
we provided
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event planning & execution
Lux managed the design of the event, format, and curated the running order to create a unforgettable experience.
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guest & ticket management
We coordinated all ticket sales and ensured the smooth management of over 1,200 dinner guests.
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security & logistics
Our team worked closely with the Secret Service, police, and local council to implement security protocols, including road closures and guest security checks.
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world-class entertainment
Lux secured and managed performances for the event from Texas, Annie Lennox, Kevin Bridges, and Rob Brydon.
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charity auction
We organised both the live and silent auctions at the dinner with these raising a significant amount for the Hunter Foundation’s charities.
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supplier & venue coordination
We liaised with venues, caterers, and suppliers to ensure flawless execution in line with security protocol.
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event branding & collateral
Lux organised the design and production of all event materials.
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photocall management
We coordinated the photocall line up for over 100 guests within a 45 minute period pre-dinner.
what our clients said
“To you and all your team – fabulous, thank you so much! Professional, diligent, focused and completely dedicated to the task at hand; you made the event sing, so sincerely thanks from all of us at The Hunter Foundation.”
This fundraising dinner hosted by the Hunter Foundation raised £670,000 for Scottish charities.
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Lux Events is an Edinburgh-based event management agency working with brands, organisations and business across the UK, and beyond.
Delivering impactful experiences that exceed objectives, connect communities and inspire positive change. From conferences and gala dinners to intimate events and workshops, our team have over 50+ years experience in producing unforgettable events.