The Aleit Group

ABOUT US

The Aleit Group is South Africa’s leading authority in event management. The business has been paramount in setting incredibly high standards in the events industry by its founding member, Aleit Henry Swanepoel since 2002. Aleit is synonymous with bespoke events with meticulous attention to detail. His trend-setting concepts have garnered him great acclaim both locally and abroad. Over the past decade the business has grown exponentially and today the Aleit Group has an array of support offerings. These include Event Management, Décor hire, Catering and staffing solutions, ensuring that every detail is taken care of by industry-leading experts. Aleit Events will take care of all the planning and event management, ensuring your event is not only distinctive, but within budget. From major corporate events to tailor-made private occasions, our highly skilled project managers run each event seamlessly. Our handpicked suppliers have worked with us for many years, guaranteeing quality is never compromised.

SERVICES

Aleit Wedding Coordination

There might be a million different ways in which to host weddings in today’s age, but the sentiment remains: There is something existentially sincere in the uniquely human experience of celebrating “I want to grow old with you.” And it has to be said, this is our forte – from the nitty-gritties, to keeping the in-laws happy, from the not-so-fun-logistics, to the intrinsically extravagant wish-list, we will plan and pave the rose-petal-way to your perfect wedding. From the moment you walk in till the moment you walk out, every step of the way.

Your wedding day is about you – your style, your favourite things, your beauty and your joy. This day is your turn, and Aleit Wedding Coordination will conceptualise a celebration that is tailored to fit your personal style and created from your dreams. We provide assistance with every facet – from stationery design to flowers and décor, from champagne fountains to Chantilly lace veils. Our connoisseur coordinators (aka stylists, over-achievers, trend-junkies, producers of the spectacular and all-round lovers of celebrating life) provide continuous liaison between the client and the preferred service providers and ensure that every imaginable aspect is covered.

Aleit Event Projects

Aleit Event Management Projects has a broad service offering to ensure a superior and perfectly handcrafted event that embodies sophistication and simplicity.We have an unwavering devotion to quality and trendsetting benchmarks. From product launches, year-end functions, fashion shows and gala dinners – our fine-tuned standards remain our one golden rule. To this end, we only collaborate with high-end service professionals and like-minded individuals, aka creators of lasting impressions.

The Aleit Academy

“No matter what anybody tells you, words and ideas can change the world.” What a cool and fearsome declaration. At The Aleit Academy we believe in encouraging, above all else, the power of an idea. The Aleit Academy is South Africa’s leading specialised training programme for the events industry. Presented in partnership with The Aleit Group, The Aleit Academy is a private tertiary institution offering a three-year diploma course, which is fully registered and accredited by CATHSSETA Accreditation. The comprehensive curriculum equips ambitious, young event managers to become qualified and savvy professionals in the industry.

STIRfood

From humble beginnings Stir Food has become one of the most popular and widely used catering companies in South Africa. Our food is inspired by fresh, seasonal produce. We support local suppliers and are committed to creating a sustainable future within the hospitality industry. Executive Chef, Gustaaf Boshoff has become quite the talk of the culinary town – particularly within the corporate events and high-end weddings sector. His cooking showcases subtlety, carefully selected flavour combinations and delicate expression.

a|CREATE

a|CREATE is an exclusive décor, floral and styling company within the wedding and events industry, expanding to set design for shoots, editorials and any creative setup. Our décor specialists uphold an unmatched standard by hand-selecting furniture pieces and offering customised décor accessories to suit your specific space. Our main prerogative is to display the individual style of every client and we pride ourselves on bringing beauty into every room.

AME - Aleit Music & Entertainment

As an AME client, the musical options at your disposal are endless. An elegant string quartet will add an air of refinement to your event, while an upbeat jazz or marimba band will kick off festivities in just the right tone. AME will connect you with a wide array of talented music professionals and will assist you in selecting the most suited artists to tailor-make the event you envision.

Shake and Serve

We are proud to offer a mobile bar service and a full range of staff for any event across the Western Cape. Delivering high class service, setting a new standard in the quality of service offered in the industry. Shake and Serve supplies our clients with professional staff that are always willing to give the best possible service to your guests, as well as a superior and trendy bar service. From expert barmen to barbacks, cocktails to mocktails, waitrons to wine stewards, we aim to exceed your expectations in all ways possible.

Laurent Venue

The Laurent venue is situated in the Western Cape’s Winelands. Lourensford's 2011 renovated venue, Laurent, boasts one of the most celebrated views in South Africa, where the exquisite vineyards and mountains form a picture perfect backdrop. Laurent plays host to all manner of merriments, from elegant weddings to large international events. With seating for 250 guests inside, the venue's frameless sliding glass doors are able to open up completely to a large veranda to double the event area and ensure an uninterrupted space, overlooking the estate, its vineyards and mountains. With its carefully considered architecture, clean lines and incredible view; Laurent indisputably deserves its title as one of the most beautiful function venues in Southern Africa.