Have you ever attended a wedding where you are sitting with
a bunch of people you have never met? You don’t know much about them except
maybe their name and where they are from so there is that awkward tension
around the table. That uncomfortable tension is about to become a thing of the
past. A new startup company in Washington, DC has created a social media
website called Social Tables. This new website allows your wedding guests to
learn about their fellow table members before actually attending your wedding.
This is how it works:
First, you name your event such as “Katie & Michael’s
Wedding”. Then you fill out the details about your event such as how many
tables, how many at each table, start and end times, venue and address. You can add guests from Gmail, Excel,
Facebook, and any other email site. There are separate instructions on how to
upload your wedding guests from Wedding Wire or The Knot’s websites. The
website also has a tool for engaging your guests by letting you create your own
custom questions. Social Tables is a great way for your guests to get involved
before and after your special day.
Seating is one of the most important aspects of planning a
wedding. Placement of your guests is
crucial for their enjoyment. Will his
cousins get along with your co-workers?
What if you have a bunch of singles at a table... who will break the ice
first? With Social Tables, you drag-and-drop your guest list into their
seats. The website auto saves as you complete your seating chart. You then have
the option to show or hide the guest’s name. Next, you invite your guests to
the event and an email will be sent to everyone. The email will let them know
who is attending, RSVPs and who is sitting at their table.
After the email blast, it is up to your guests to socialize
with one another. Adding that option of the custom question could help break
the ice between them. Check out this new website as they have a video to help
explain the setup process as well as how to use the drag-and-drop interface. Stop the awkward silences and have your guests
enjoying the party! Advantage # 2…
Money-Saver!! No more having to write
“and Guest” on those invitations; your guests will have a blast with their new
friends!
Written by: Elizabeth Timms
Assistant Events Coordinator
