Before the event
- Agree the introduction — "a friend" is true and needs no follow-up
- Brief her on two or three names and what they do
- Tell her the subjects to steer clear of
- Send the dress code and the timings
At the event
She talks easily with colleagues and their partners, gives you room when you need to work the room, and never discusses your business. If someone asks what she does, she answers simply and truthfully about herself.

What to avoid
- Inventing a long relationship colleagues will ask about
- Leaving her alone for long stretches in a room of strangers
- Staying past the agreed time
Frequently asked questions
Will colleagues know she is hired?
Only if you tell them. The introduction is agreed in advance.
Can she sign a confidentiality agreement?
Discretion is part of every booking. If your employer requires something specific, raise it in your request.
Is it still a full-day booking?
Yes. Every booking is one full day; for an evening event it covers meeting beforehand and the event itself.
