Signature Event Management

Event Strategies For Success partners with organizations that have mastered their fundraising campaigns but require expert special event management to execute an exceptional, high-impact event. Our team is dedicated to ensuring every detail aligns with your organization’s goals and reflects the prestige and importance of your mission.

While this service does not include our fundraising management, it offers a comprehensive approach to event execution, ensuring your vision is brought to life with precision and professionalism.

Although completion of our Signature Leadership Roundtable and Strategic Leadership Consulting are not prerequisites, our minimum two-month planning period is essential for a seamless, high-impact event.

We specialize in overseeing every critical element of your event to deliver an elegant, transformative experience for your guests. Our process ensures a cohesive, well-executed event that reflects the excellence of your organization.

What You Can Expect From Us to Ensure An Elegant Presentation

Our service includes:

1. Budget Alignment: A detailed review of your event budget, ensuring alignment with your event production goals and maximizing impact.
2. Signature Themes: Presentation of up to three distinctive event themes, curated to elevate your brand and captivate your audience. Each theme undergoes a collaborative approval process to ensure it aligns with your organization’s objectives.
3. Comprehensive Liaison Services: We act as the principal point of contact, working with your emcee(s), award presenters, entertainers, on-site fundraisers, and volunteers to ensure smooth, seamless coordination.
4. Custom Event Script: Creation of a detailed, custom event script. Our process includes three drafts and a final, ensuring that every moment of your event is thoughtfully crafted.
5. Brand Consistency: Collaboration with your graphic designer to guarantee timely delivery of all event collateral, from invitations to signage, that aligns with your organization’s brand and message.
6. Venue Management: Full liaison with your venue’s team to guarantee flawless event execution, ensuring every logistical aspect is managed.
7. Event Director Coordination: We hire and oversee an experienced event director* to handle live event logistics, so you can focus on engaging with your guests and stakeholders.
8. Pre-Event Rehearsals: Coordination and facilitation of three pre-event rehearsals** to ensure every detail is perfect and each participant is prepared.
9. Honoree and VIP Engagement: Assistance with managing the acknowledgment process for honorees, presenters, VIPs, and key stakeholders, ensuring a personalized, prestigious experience.
10. Media & Press: Creation of pre- and post-event press releases and media updates to maximize visibility and extend the reach of your event beyond its conclusion.

Please note:

*Fees for vendors, service providers and the event director are not included in the fee for professional event fundraising and management services.
**Rehearsals may be on and/or off site and may include key vendors and team members.  All costs associated with pre-Gala rehearsals are the responsibility of the organization. 

INVESTMENT & ENGAGEMENT

We offer a tailored approach to Signature Event Management based on guest count to ensure we meet the specific needs of your event:

When planning a signature event, for a minimum of (4) hours
For 100 and to 250 guests = $5,000
For 250 to 1,000 guests = $7,500

This investment covers a minimum of four hours on the day of your event, with the preparation and oversight of all essential elements to guarantee an impactful, memorable experience.

We provide two convenient payment options to accommodate your preferences:

Option #1 – Check Payment
A formal contract will be drafted, followed by a down payment, with subsequent payments made via check until the completion of your event. 

Option #2 – Credit Card Payment
A formal contract will be drafted, with a down payment, followed by scheduled payments made via credit card throughout the event planning and execution process.

Next Step: Begin with Purpose

Curious how this signature experience could support your mission? All engagements begin with a complimentary discovery conversation, where your vision and voice take center stage.  Together, we’ll explore how strategic intentionality and connection can elevate your impact.

Contact us to learn more about how this service can be tailored to your needs.