A list for 25 people
Change anything before you share it.
Food
Appetizer or main dish
5 spots
Cake or dessert
1 spot
Drinks and supplies
Drinks
3 spots
Plates, cups and napkins
1 spot
Tribute
Group card
1 spot
Photo slideshow
1 spot
Short toast
1 spot
Setup
Decorations
1 spot
Help with setup and cleanup
2 spots
Tips for your retirement party
Start the card early
A digital or paper card needs time to reach every team, especially people on other shifts or in other offices.
Invite past colleagues
People who worked with the retiree years ago often love to be asked. Ask HR or longtime coworkers for names.
Keep the speeches short
Line up one or two short toasts, and leave time for people to talk.
Check with the guest of honor
Some people would love a big event, and others would prefer a quiet lunch. Ask someone close to them.
Common questions
Who organizes a retirement party?
Usually a coworker, manager or family member. Sharing the jobs on a list keeps it from falling to one person.
What should I include in a retirement party?
Food, a card, a gift, some photos and a short toast cover most send-offs.
Can we collect money for a gift here?
BringaList doesn't handle money. You can add a "shared gift" item and name a person to organize it.