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November 17, 2018
Company party

Calco 2018

Tonight, 600 IT professionals found themselves transported into the world of showbiz. The young organization’s annual company party was entirely themed around television shows. It all started on the red carpet, where a film crew surprised the guests. Before entering Calco Studios, guests could even get a quick touch-up. And then? Showtime!

ABOUT CALCO

Calco is a young and ambitious organization specializing in training, secondment, and coaching for both entry-level and experienced IT professionals. Since 2004, Calco has helped more than 1,400 (young) professionals launch successful careers in IT.

The World of TV

It was as if the TV guide had come to life: that’s what the Kalvermelkfabriek looked like. In every room, you stepped into a new TV show complete with its own entertainment. There was no need to drool over 24Kitchen tonight. From paella to poke bowls: guests could sample to their heart’s content at the various food stations. Then it was time to take part in your favorite show! Sports fans tried out racing, soccer, cycling, and bobsled simulators at NOS Sport. At AstroTV, a tarot reader predicted your future; Bennie Solo threw a party full of conga lines and confetti during the Ik Hou Van Holland Show; and the thinkers at Calco ventured into an exciting game of poker or exposed illusionists in the Mindf*ckbar. Could you use a touch-up after all that dancing and thinking? Masters of Entertainment fixed your makeup and hairstyle in a flash.

Calco's Got Talent

The employees themselves also provided plenty of entertainment. At eight o’clock, two life-size clocks announced that it was time for Calco’s Got Talent—a talent show for and by Calco. Eleven colleagues, spread across six acts, competed for the title of “Calco Talent.” While one could sing beautifully, another had formed a boy band and written a humorous Calco song. The audience decided who would take home the prize. In the end, Jim won. He managed to balance large objects, such as a garden chair, on his nose. After the award ceremony, the victory was celebrated to the festive beats of White Vision.

Photography by: DeFabrique – Aimée Mooiman Videography by: White Vision
Martijn Smouter
Marketing & Communications Calco

This is the second year we’ve held our annual party at DeFabrique, and what a party it was! Together with DeFabrique, we managed to give the party a full “Television” theme. From a live camera crew at the entrance to an “I Love Holland Show” and our own talent show, “Calco’s Got Talent.” DeFabrique proves once again that they know how to throw the perfect party!

The location
made for an unforgettable experience.
Client
Calco
Theme
Television shows
About the client
Calco is a young and ambitious organization specializing in training, secondment, and coaching for both entry-level and experienced IT professionals. Since 2004, Calco has helped more than 1,400 (young) professionals launch successful careers in IT.
Kim van Leeuwen
Event Producer DeFabrique

Calco really knows how to throw a party. The television theme, complete with plenty of decorations and entertainment, put smiles on everyone’s faces. The “Calco’s Got Talent” show was definitely the highlight of the evening. It was so much fun to see employees showcasing their talents—both familiar and unexpected. This really brings everyone together!

Facts & Figures

8
TV shows
11
Calco Talents
6
Kitchenettes
1
Talent Show
2
Living clocks
5
Simulators
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