OUR WORK
OUR CLIENTS
We have been fortunate to work with a plethora of incredible clients who have inspired us through each and every event.
From publicly traded companies with unforgettable and cutting-edge branding, to grassroots nonprofit organizations with mission forward and impactful messaging, to proud families celebrating their cultures and special milestones with their communities, relatives and friends, with each client and experience I learn and grow as a planner, and gain personal insight into how to treat others with kindness, patience and empathy.
OUR CLIENTS
FEATURED PROJECTS
Vivian on Tour
A Multi Day, Multi Event Celebration
THE BRIEF
Remote planning for a coastal family celebrating their daughter’s Bat Mitzvah in multiple cities over multiple weekends .
THE STRATEGY
When the guest of honor moves across the country you “bring the party”- literally. 4 events in 3 days kicked off “Vivian on Tour!” The tour includes 3 distinct weekend events in 3 different cities, that each held significance, for this lovely bat mitzvah girl and family.
THE EXECUTION
Abeles & Company worked remotely with the family who relocated to the West Coast on ideation, venue selection, vendor management, hotel blocks, out of town guest amenities and more for 2 legs of Vivian’s 3 city “tour” experience.
The St. Louis leg of the tour included: a traditional Shabbat dinner on Friday, a luncheon and party for close friends and family on Saturday and a brunch Sunday morning.
A private night club served as the venue for the Asian themed Saturday night party complete with onsite sushi rolling, an interactive hibachi dinner experience, specialty boba tea station, pick up desserts, indoor/outdoor space for games and dancing.
The Lake of the Ozarks leg of the tour included: a St. Louis based DJ, emcee and dancers traveled in to party the night away with the 500+ campers/staff. We also brought in (2) photo booths, customized swag and glo in the dark everything for a magical night under the stars.
The Motorcycle and The Meeting
Interactive, Engaging, User Experience
THE BRIEF
When an industry leader in software solutions engages you in providing their vendors and clients in an interactive event focused on innovation and engagement you got to DELIVER.
THE STRATEGY
Our client was hosting their first vendor/client appreciation event at a “Driving Innovation” themed conference. We literally “hit the road” with the theme and centered our concept, event design and keynote speaker around that theme. We secured the former CEO of a luxury motorcycle brand who had recently authored a book about his experience at the helm of the storied company, secured space at one their local dealership where guests could test drive their vehicles and decided to theme decor around innovative interventions.
THE EXECUTION
Guests and our client alike were blown away by the speaker and the experience. The keynote was phenomenal and the guests remarked how organic it felt to be alongside the products/and company he (the former CEO) was responsible for overseeing and turning around during his tenure. Plus the test rides were so unexpected and fun for the guests, it was truly a joy to see everyone let loose and immerse in the experience.
Happily Ever After
Beautiful, Intimate and Mission Focused
THE BRIEF
Our nonprofit ballet client was moving their annual gala back "home" to the performing arts center where their ballet was performed. There was some concern that a new date pattern, pricing model and intimate space would hinder the flow of the evening and negatively impact fundraising.
THE STRATEGY
Like it’s counterpart in NYC, the ballet modified the format of its annual gala to include a full-length performance with a live musical accompaniment prior to its formal gala program. After a magical performance of The Sleeping Beauty guests enjoyed cocktails, dinner, a loving tribute to longtime supporters, a triumphant fund the need paddle raise and exciting auction to close the evening. The audience was invested and enthusiastic in supporting the ballet!
THE EXECUTION
Abeles & Company provided event and fundraising strategy, as well as production services to help guide SLB as the organization introduced a new event model and pricing structure in a more intimate venue. The enchanted evening featured romantic, storybook like florals, linens and décor as an ode to the ballet performance of The Sleeping Beauty. Mission moments and stories of impact were choreographed into the evening’s program and script to keep the audience engaged and invested. Similarly a live “thermometer” was introduced during fund the need to help guests keep track of the fundraising progress throughout the evening.
Awards Ceremonies, B’nai Mitzvahs, Celebrations/ Milestone Parties, Celebrity Engagement/Endorsements, Conference/Meeting, Destination Management, Dine-Arounds, Employee Appreciation, Golf, Walk, Bike Ride, Gala, Graduations, Food Tasting, Trade Show/Exhibits, Fundraising/Political Rallies, Opening Ceremonies, Baby/Bridal Showers, Sporting/Shooting Events, Professional Athlete/Mascot Photo Shoots, Speaker Series/Panel Discussions, Team Building, Rehearsal Dinner/Weddings, Zoom Meetings/Virtual Experiences
Awards Ceremonies, B’nai Mitzvahs, Celebrations/ Milestone Parties, Celebrity Engagement/Endorsements, Conference/Meeting, Destination Management, Dine-Arounds, Employee Appreciation, Golf, Walk, Bike Ride, Gala, Graduations, Food Tasting, Trade Show/Exhibits, Fundraising/Political Rallies, Opening Ceremonies, Baby/Bridal Showers, Sporting/Shooting Events, Professional Athlete/Mascot Photo Shoots, Speaker Series/Panel Discussions, Team Building, Zoom Meetings/Virtual Experiences
100 +
EVENTS
COORDINATED
$10 M +
FUNDS RAISED
1000s
OF VOLUNTEERS
RECRUITED & TRAINED
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