A professional company opening typically lasts 1.5 to 2.5 hours. The schedule consists of six components. First a reception and welcome (15 min), then a formal ceremony with speeches (20-30 min). Next comes the symbolic opening with ribbon or key (5 min) and a tour of the office and building (20-30 min). To finish: networking with catering (45-60 min) and a brief closing (5 min). Shorter feels rushed; longer lets the energy drop. Evening openings (17:00-19:30) are popular for mixed audiences; morning openings (10:00-12:00) for a more business-focused crowd. Saturday openings (Saturday afternoon) also draw in the neighbourhood and families. Timing also depends on the availability of your audience. Live Impact can advise on the right timing based on your opening strategy.