The most important difference: a centenary is no longer just an internal corporate event. A 100-year anniversary has societal relevance and attracts a broader audience: media, government, the local community and the industry. The concept goes beyond connecting generations. It revolves around the legacy of the organisation and its role in society.
The production is also more complex: a centenary often has public dimensions (open day, exhibition, anniversary book) alongside the festive gathering. At 50 years you celebrate half a life; at 100 years you make a historic statement.
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