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Birchwood Business Class - Coming Soon!

Birchwood is soon the Launch it's newest offering - the Birchwood Business Class.

This new initiative is just another effort we are making to ensure that your stay with us is the standard we set to maintain, and one that will exceed your expections. 

Keep checking our Website for More Information! 

The Soil - Back by Popular Demand!

On Friday, 10 February at our Oude Meester "Ekurhuleni Comes Alive" Jazz Evening - we had three fantastic live acts who made it a night to remember.

Our Opening Act, The Soil, were so loved by the audience that we have decided to bring them back for Next Month's Jazz Evening. Keep checking our Facebook Page (under Events) for updates. 

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Something BIG is coming

Watch this space

2011: Looking back

2011: Looking Back
It is unbelievable to think that 2011 is almost behind us. With very little days remaining, this time of year always prompts one to look back on the previous twelve months. Saying this, we at Birchwood feel satisfied with 2011 and how it turned out. In these current harsh financial times, we have managed to run at occupancy rates that given the circumstances, are positive and give us confidence that 2012 will only improve them. 
In light of the above, we thank each and every delegate that walked through our doors for staying with us and it is your loyalty that keeps this ship very much, on top of the water. Birchwood continually strives to add that personal touch and flexibility unheard of at other venues and we hope that you feel that you were treated with that "Birchwood Attitude" that you deserve. Naturally, all the efforts can always be improved and it is your feedback that assists in keeping us on our toes. Our clients' feedback is invaluable. 
It is our promise that we will continue to look for ways to exceed your expectations. We wish all our client's a very Merry Christmas and a Fantastic New Year! We are counting the days until we welcome you back in 2012! 
Sincerely,
Birchwood Management

Zahara Ends 2011 off in Style!

The long awaited ZAHARA will be performing at the Birchwood Hotel & OR Tambo Conference Centre on the
09th December 2011.
“Ntando will also be performing on the night, and as usual Patrons should expect nothing less than a blazing performance !!!”
Our last Oude Meester "Ekurhuleni Comes Alive" Jazz Evening of 2011 ended off a fantastic year in Style! With almost 900 Guests in attendance, there was certainly no shortage of fun and excitement. 
Be sure to Log On to our Facebook Page for all the Photos taken on the night.
http://www.facebook.com/birchwoodhotel 

"Gauteng's Best Kept Secret"

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‘‘GAUTENG’S BEST KEPT SECRET’’  

                    
Date: 27/10/2011 

     
                                                                  MEDIA RELEASE


             The Birchwood Hotel & OR Tambo Conference Centre appoints Black Female MD  


After 13 years of successful operation in the heart of Ekurhuleni, The Birchwood Hotel & OR Tambo Conference Centre has finally got their woman to steer the ship into another exciting year’s hotel and conference business. Situated 7km from OR Tambo International Airport, the hotel sits on 50 acres of a land with 665 accommodations Hotel with 60 conference facilities and two big lapas. Having been in existence since 1998, The Birchwood Hotel is to date arguably the biggest Hotel & Conference Centre in Gauteng.

The appointment of the stalwart hotelier Lindiwe Sangweni-Siddo as the hotel’s Managing Director comes after months of long discussions and it has finally come to an end.   Sangweni-Siddo needs no introduction to Hospitality; she has been part of the big groups in hotel industry such as the Southern Sun Group and HYATT International just to mention but.  We are serious about transformation in our company and we would like our clients and guests to recognize our commitment towards Black Economic Empowerment (BEE) within the structures of our management as well as our ownership profile”. Her recent appointment as Managing Director of the Birchwood Hotel and O R Tambo Conference Centre, by the Birchwood Management Company (BMC), is further indication of the recognition of Sangweni-Siddo’s calibre in the industry.  Her role in the hospitality industry as a stalwart hotelier for over 20 years further credence to Chief Executive Officer, Kevin Clarence’s statement. “As a credible and significant player in the hospitality industry, the Birchwood Management Company is in need of additional senior management and my first encounter with Lindiwe when she ran the Intercontinental Sandton Towers was enough to make this appointment.


Sangweni-Siddo graduated from Waterford School in Swaziland, and then studied at the renowned Les Roches School of Hotel Management in Switzerland.  Her passion for the industry compelled her to complete a BSC in Hotel, Restaurant and Institutional Management at Pennsylvania State University (USA) from where she joined the Global Hyatt Corporation in Washington DC.  She returned to South Africa in 1995 remaining with the Hyatt group.

Sangweni-Siddo has plenty of hotel experience.  She has travelled extensively, has lived and worked in hotels in Africa, Europe and America and she’s climbed the corporate ladder from Assistant Front Office Manager to the point where her understanding of what’s required in the hotel and tourism industry is acute. 

In 2000, Sangweni-Siddo joined the Department of Environmental Affairs and Tourism as Chief Director, Tourism Support.  This position broadened her horizons and gave her insight into the hospitality industry from a different angle.  Sangweni-Siddo’s first love, however, is hotels and although providing valuable experience, she was headhunted to the General Manager, Sandton Sun Towers Inter-Continental position.

Four years ago on 27th October 2007, Sangweni-Siddo opened the doors of the Soweto Hotel, the first black owned, black female managed, four-star graded, boutique hotel, located on the historic site where South Africa’s Freedom Charter was adopted and signed.  Sangweni-Siddo is a co-owner and founder member of the Freedom Square Hotel (Pty) Ltd alongside the Industrial Development Corporation (IDC) and the Mus’kulinda


For more information please contact:
Jazzman Mahlakgane
Marketing Director
Birchwood Management Company
T: (011) 897 0027
F: (086) 6368616  
C: 082 864 9442

 

 

 

 

 

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October Jazz Press Release

RE: BRINGING THE LAUGHTER SIDE OF THE OUDE MEESTER EKURHULENI COMES ALIVE JAZZ!

 

OPENING: – MALATJI  2nd Act: - NDUMISO  Before Main Artist: PULE – The Whiteman with Black Humor (Strictly Vernac Comedian)  CLOSING: BHUDAZA

 

After 10 years of a successful Oude Meester Ekurhuleni Comes Alive jazz evening with great music, great audience and fantastic atmosphere, the concept is now brining on young talented comedians to spice up the event. As the Oude meester brandy’s new positioning of Old Master and Young Master in their new TV add, we will be bringing both seasonal comedians and up and coming comedians to create a new environment within the concept.  Our line-up for October 7th  speaks volume for what we want to offer our patrons who have been loyal to us for the past 10 years. Malatji who needs no introduction will lead the pack on that evening followed by Nudmiso Nyovane, the trumpeter of high quality. Just like we did in our last show, we will be bringing PULE the young white comedian who left our patrons in stitches and begging for more with his material on ‘Umuntu o mnyama aka funi umuntu o mnyama a ya phezulu’ referring to himself as a black man trying to make a living. As part of our quest to promote comedy in our monthly shows, Pule will be back by popular demand and will be ushering BHUDAZA on stage after his 15 minutes performance. Malatji who was produced by the jazz maestro Selaelo Selota will be making his 2nd appearance after releasing his previous album. The former Labantu jazz band leader became an automatic fit to the concept and always well received by patrons.

Our main artist Bhudaza who will come after Ndumiso, will be offering some of his old songs in his performance. Bhudaza who is also not new to the concept and to our patrons, will be making his 4th appearance since the concept inception and one always looks forward to his energetic performance with deep Sesotho songs.  Patrons can look forward to yet another sizzling evening of both great music and unbelievable comedy.  

We believe the concept has done well in creating a relaxed atmosphere for our patrons after a long month of hard work. The comedy element has proven to be fitting like a glove in making sure that our patrons get their money worth every month. Patrons can look forward to more hot line ups and great standup comedy every month to turn their blues away. One is particularly proud and excited that our patrons received the idea with an open mind and we are looking forward to more nights of dance and laughter.
We would like encourage our loyal patrons to book their tables and seats as soon as possible to avoid last minute rush.

Patrons can look forward to winning fantastic prizes courtesy of DSTV, OUDE MEESTER BRANDY, City of Ekurhuleni, KAYA FM & BIRCHWOOD HOTEL & OR TAMBO CONFERENCE CENTRE.


Booking lines are open now and patrons can book online or call Patience Moeketsi on (011) 897 0024 0r or email: patiencem@birchwoodhotel.co.za

Kind Regards,


Jazzman Mahlakgane
Marketing Director
Tel:  (011) 897 0027 (direct)
Fax 2 mail:  (086) 636 8616
Cell:  082 864 9442
Email:  jazzmanm@birchwoodhotel.co.za

Your safety is our concern

Your safety is our concern

BIRCHWOOD MANAGEMENT IS 100% COMMITTED TO HEALTH & SAFETY

Over the past 13 years the Birchwood Hotel & OR Tambo Conference Centre settled for nothing less than striving for excellence, as our facilities bear witness too that process. So, when it was ascertained that our compliance with Occupational Health & Safety Act and relevant regulations was not meeting our high standards of excellence, something had to be done.

As the Birchwood team we don’t settle for anything less than the best when it comes to providing a safe environment for our employees, visitors and contract workers. It therefore then goes without saying that Birchwood top management were 100% committed to deliver. ESHETTI Safety Services were contacted in April 2011 to put the ball in motion, and they would aid us to comply with Occupational Health & Safety Act and meet our own high standards we set ourselves here at the Birchwood.

Our progress and remarkable improvement during the past 3 months under the watchful eye of ESHETTI, speaks for and visualises the commitment we have to reach our goal.

The Birchwood knows that progress and achieving our goal would not be possible without our committed and driven staff at the Birchwood. Part of the reason we have such great staff here at the Birchwood is because we have cultivated a belief in motivating and acknowledging staff who strive to go the extra mile.

Continuing our instilled culture, we instituted Quarterly trophy awards for individuals and departments striving for excellence in the Health & Safety arena. The awards are structured in 3 categories, Best Health and Safety Rep, Best Manager and Best Department 

The Birchwood are proud to announce the winners of the quarterly trophy awards for the quarter April to June 2011 and they are…….

  • Hilda Mwachande - Best Health and Safety Rep
  • Johannes Makgae – Best Manager
  • Main Kitchen - Best Department

Congratulations to the respective winners and department!

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Contact: Natalie Faulds

Tel: (011) 897 0112 (Direct)

Cell Phone: 082 493 3528

Email: deidrej@birchwoodhotel.co.za

 

Young women take the lead

Young Women taking the lead

YOUNG WOMEN IN BUSINESS NETWORK 2nd ANNUAL SUMMIT  

In association with Birchwood Hotel & OR Tambo Conference Centre we present the second annual Young Women in Business Network summit. The summit is an annual business summit that aims to harness the potential of young business women by empowering them to make informed life and business choices.

 The summit aims to encourage women to see themselves as more than just competitive business role players, but empower them to understand their role and direct contribution to help maintain and strengthen the overall economy of the country.

 The 2011 annual delegates have the honour of former President Thabo Mbeki addressing them. The formerstates man will share his insights and advice on the in’s and out’s of BBBEE Investments, and the national economic challenges and opportunities facing the youth in general and young women in particular.

 Along with former president Mbeki, will be the former Land Affairs and Public Works Minister Thoko Didiza. She will address the gathered young women in business on Access to Government business opportunities.

 Further topics for discussion will be:

  • Access to corporate BBBEE Investments presented by Elizabeth Sangion , founder of AWEVEST & WIFAH)
  • Young business women and BEE opportunities presented by Israel Noko, BEE executive of BEESA
  • Access to corporate enterprise development funding presented by Reggie Nxumalo, CEO of Brevity Management Services (Pty) Ltd
  • Self and corporate branding presented by Donna Rachelson, best selling author of Branding and Marketing YOU

 

 This exciting gathering, designed to cater for the needs and concerns of young women interested in business will be held on Friday 26 & Saturday 27 August 2011 at the Birchwood Hotel & OR Tambo Conference Centre cost is R1800 per person payable in two instalments.

  For further information /interview requests/photographs and bookings please contact Nthabeleng Likotsi on 082 363 4607alternatively via email, nplikotsi@gmail.com.

  

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 Contact: Natalie Faulds

Tel: (011) 897 0112 (Direct)

Cell Phone: 082 493 3528

Email: deidrej@birchwoodhotel.co.za

Networking with speed

‘Networking with speed’

 

INAUGURAL ENGNET SPEED NETWORKING EVENT AT BIRCHWOOD  

EngNet provides the networking platform to aid all networkers to follow the correct path to success with the first EngNet Network event to be held at the Birchwood Hotel & OR Tambo Conference Centre on Tuesday 11 October 2011 from 07h00 to 11h00

 

EngNet a portmanteau of “Engineering Network” which endeavours to connect networkers in Engineering, Mining, Petrochemical, Construction, Manufacturing, Materials Handling, Steel, Water Treatment, Instrumentation & Control, Mechanical and Industrial Sectors

 

Registration opens with refreshments at 07h00 leading networkers into an empowering programme for the morning.

The morning programme starts at 08h00 with delegates taking part in a “’Speed” Networking session armed with a speed networking toolkit to ensure every potential networking opportunity is mined to its maximised capacity. Weary networkers can refill the energy levels with a Full Breakfast at 09h30 before a presentation by Mike Fairon entitled “Mining for Human Talent” scheduled at 10h15 .

 

Mike Fairon is a specialist in emotional engagement, talent management and leadership development. Mike will blend the latest brain science research with “best of breed” business practices to get the best from one’s self and others; and unveil a five step process to boost performance, which is simple but not simplistic. The address will contain elements on Neuro-science, leadership techniques, business methodologies and principles for managers to engage themselves, their staff and their customers more effectively.

 

If you book before the 31 August 2011 your seat will cost R290 excl. VAT, thereafter R350 excl. VAT per person applies, bookings close 30 September 2011. Contact Ingrid on 011 792 1311 to book your seat or alternatively send her an email to Ingrid@engnet.co.za .

    

  

Contact: Natalie Faulds

Tel: (011) 897 0112 (Direct)

Cell Phone: 082 493 3528

Email: deidrej@birchwoodhotel.co.za

 

TWO BILLS AND TWO BRONZE FOR BIRCHWOOD ATHLETICS CLUB

4 members of the Birchwood Athletics Club took part in this year’s uphill 89.9 km Comrades Marathon. Johannes Phoko, Thomas Makgoba, Sidney Ngobeno and Johannes Maskgae did the club proud.

Out of 19617 entries, the 4 Birchwood Athletic Club runners did exceptionally well with the following results:
Name and Surname                              Position over roll                                       Time finished
Johannes Makgae                                     2019                                                     8:54.54 sec
Sidney Ngobeni                                        1256                                                     8:27.26 sec
Thomas Makgoba                                     2726                                                     9:24.05 sec
Johannes Phoku                                       2332                                                     9:08.25 sec

Thomas Makgoba reports, “The race was fun and we enjoyed and we encourage Birchwood Employees to take a part in such even as we were running with many people from other countries like Australia, Russia, Zimbabwe, Brazil USA, UK and many more.

We also would like to thank our Big Boss Kevin, his wife and Derri, Salzina for arranging everything for us travelling and accommodations, Kevin and wife all the way from Jo burg  to Durban to give us support and encouragement that was a big deal Kevin, we are all still motivated as you did it for us and lead as an example.

Other supports through SMS from Birchwood employees and management were received and replied that was really Birchwood spirit that we needed.  Go Birchwood Go I liked it.

That’s all coming from the Comrades Marathon Birchwood runners. Thanks,Seyabonga, Re a leboga, Dankie.

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