• There's a misconception that corporate functions are bland and boring affairs. Some companies are hoping to remedy this by using new ideas and even themes for their function, which turns it into a party rather than just another corporate get together. Breakfast events are just one example of new corporate function ideas.
  
  

Breakfast Events

• One corporate function idea involves hosting a breakfast event rather than a traditional party or function. This lets your guests get to know each other in a less formal environment. A breakfast doesn't have to be fancy, they can be as simple as a pancake breakfast. Offer guests pancakes and their choice of toppings including whipped cream, hot maple syrup and sliced fruit. Omelet bars are also popular and let guests pick the items they want in their omelets. Add as many other items to the breakfast bar as you can, based on your budget, such as sausage, toast, bacon and a selection of cold cereal.
  
  

Theme Parties

• Another corporate function idea is to host a theme party, which also lets guests have fun in an informal setting. Holiday parties are only one type of corporate party with a theme, but you'll find a variety of others. A disco party, luau party, '60s party or casino party are other examples. Another corporate function idea is to host an outdoor party such as a company picnic or barbeque party. If your company is on a limited budget, an outdoor party is a good choice because you don't need to spend as much on decorations or facility rental.
  
  

Party Games

• With corporate parties, some people disregard party games, but there are a few that work well for these functions. Trust falls and other types of leadership or team building games are one example. In trust falls, one member of the group falls back and it's up to the other members to catch that person. For outdoor parties, pairing up employees in a three-legged race also forces employees to get to know one another and work together.
  
  

Gifts

• At the end of the corporate party, treat all guests to a gift of some kind. It doesn't have to be much, or even expensive, but it's a little something that lets everyone who attended know that they were appreciated. If the corporation is on a budget, try a company pen or notepad. For larger parties, give one large item away as a door prize or host a raffle and sell tickets to win the big prize. Other gift ideas with the company logo include glasses, flashlights, travel mugs or key chains.