GIGGIO USER SPOTLIGHT
Janet Mapletree - Head Sleuth
(AKA Gavin Gordon from Perfect Murder)
Running a murder mystery entertainment business is no small feat. It requires seamless coordination, meticulous planning, and, of course, an engaging performance.
For Gavin Gordon—who steps into the role of Janet Maple Tree, mystery novelist and sleuth at Perfect Murder—the challenge was not just solving fictional crimes but also managing the extensive admin that came with running a successful event company.
Before adopting Giggio, Gavin found himself bogged down with time-consuming administrative tasks that took him away from what he loved most: performing. “The admin side of things was very time-consuming, very complicated, and frankly, very boring,” he admits.
The discovery of Giggio changed everything, streamlining his processes and allowing him to focus on delivering unforgettable experiences for his audience.
The Challenge: Too Much Admin, Not Enough Performance
Before integrating Giggio, Gavin faced a common challenge among entertainers—handling bookings, payments, contracts, and scheduling while trying to maintain a high level of performance. "I was delighted when I came across Giggio," he recalls. "It gave me a platform that was nice and easy to use and has revolutionised the business." His main hesitation before adopting Giggio? The setup time. "I was worried about how long it would take to set it up so it would work properly for me," he says. "But actually, it turned out to be much quicker than I expected. And when I think about the time it has saved me since, it’s been well worth it."
A Sleuth’s Search for the Right Solution
As someone who plays a detective for a living, it’s only fitting that Gavin found Giggio through his own investigative skills. “I discovered Giggio thanks to my top sleuthing skills,” he jokes. “A lot of searching finally pointed me in the right direction. I was very pleased to find something designed specifically for entertainers, actors, and event professionals.”
Immediate Impact: A Game-Changer for Perfect Murder
Once Gavin implemented Giggio, the impact was immediate. “The main benefit is the sheer amount of time it has given back to me,” he says. “Instead of drowning in paperwork, I can now focus on marketing, handling client interactions, and actually growing the business.”
He adds, “It keeps all my records straight, it’s easy to operate, and that’s really what I need. Because what I really want to focus on is performing—going out, making people laugh, and hopefully bringing the odd killer to justice along the way.”
Who Can Benefit from Giggio?
For Gavin, Giggio isn’t just for murder mystery actors—it’s a tool that can benefit a wide range of performers and event professionals. “I’d recommend Giggio to any performer or supplier of event services,” he says. “I know people using it for everything from Magic Mirror hire to Karaoke bookings and band management. It can be adapted for pretty much any entertainment or event-related business.”
Final Thoughts: The Key to Making Giggio Work
Gavin admits that it took a while to put his full trust in Giggio, but once he did, it became indispensable. “If you use it to its full potential, it’s an incredibly powerful tool,” he says. “Spend a little time getting your details in there—uploading email templates, documents, and invoices. Once it’s all set up, it does the hard work for you.”
“I’ve done admin everywhere—from the back of a car to the deck of a cruise ship, on a steam train, in a country castle, and even at 30,000 feet in the sky.”
With Giggio handling the admin, Gavin can now do what he does best—creating immersive and thrilling murder mystery events. Because at the end of the day, it’s not about who does the admin; it’s about who done it.
Thanks to Gavin for taking the time to talk to us. You can read more about his business at perfectmurder.co.uk And follow Perfect Murder business on Instagram: @perfect_murder_uk
