Green Earth Fuels Grand Opening

Overview

The grand opening of the Green Earth Fuels new Biodiesel Facility took place on November 15, 2007 at the plant in the ship channel.  The highlight of this event was having Governor Rick Perry as the guest of honor.  Following speeches by the dignitaries, guests were treated to a tour of the “green” facility.

Coordination Effort Included: concept development and creative design site and vendor coordination logistical management including set up tent and flooring on-site logistics and operations coordination with governor’s office

Indulge Party

Overview

When Reliant Park and the Houston Chapter of the International Special Events Society got together to throw a party, only one would could describe it – INDULGE.  Upon entering the red carpet guest were treated to a living fountain, with models dressed up as gold statues with water springing from their fingers.  Once inside, guests indulged themselves on chocolate bars, martinis and enjoyed the oxygen and cigar bars, spray on tattoos and henna.

Coordination Effort Included: concept development and creative design site and vendor coordination logistical management on-site logistics and operations

Client Remarks

"What a fun night and a great way to INDULGE."
- Jennifer Lindsay, Reliant Park

Baccarat/Dos Lunas Product Launch

Overview

To launch the a unique pairing of 10 year old aged Dos Lunas Tequila and a sleek new Baccarat bottle, the companies decided to throw an amazing unveiling.  During the evening guests were treated to a number of unique libations, all made from Tequila, then following a great reveal, enjoyed a sampling of the aged tequila.  The reveal consisted of a box filled with smoke, which hid the bottle and its case and then upon a flip of a switch, which pulled out the smoke, the bottle was revealed. 

Coordination Effort Included: concept development and creative design site and vendor coordination entertainment and décor design and management logistical management on-site logistics and operations Client Remarks "The reveal was perfect, we loved it." – Bruce Padilla, Baccarat

Galleria Fashion Show

Overview

The Galleria Fall Fabulous was a weekend long event, which started with an amazing fashion show on the floor of the skating rink, which was attended by 350 guests and celebrated the 1st Anniversary of Gloss Magazine. The modern feel of the décor was seen in the stage décor, the fun bars and the elaborate cover to hide the rinks ticket station. The criss-cross of steel truss, the color purple and the modern banquettes were a great addition to enhance the feel of the event. Over the next three days, guests were greeted by a Joan Rivers look-a-like standing in front of papparazi machines, demonstrations at the side stage including Macy’s Fashion Show and models wearing the latest fashions standing on unique stands.

Coordination Effort Included:

• concept development and creative design
• site and vendor coordination
• logistical management including late night installations
• on-site logistics and operations

Client Remarks

"We are very pleased with the success of the fashion show. We loved the model boxes you helped coordinate."
- Connie Carey, Director of Marketing, The Galleria

Bacardi Product Launch

Overview

To launch the new pear-flavored (La Poire) vodka for Grey Goose, we produced an amazing event for 350 bartenders and bar owners. The Garden of Eden theme incorporated pears instead of apples and was displayed throughout the Art Gallery. Upon entering the venue, guests were greeted by two pear topiaries and an amazing wall of candles and pears. Once inside, the branding of the Grey Goose logo was seen on the wall with gobo lighting, on the dance floor, on two ice sculptures, on the bar and perhaps the most fun airbrushed on the back on a model, who was the centerpiece for a rolling table. The DJ kept the guests dancing in the lounge area, decorated with plush banquettes. A pear flambé station delighted the guests, as did the menu of flavored drinks.

Coordination Effort Included:

• concept development and creative design
• site and vendor coordination
• entertainment and décor design and management
• logistical management
• on-site logistics and operations

Client Remarks

"Debbie did a great job capturing the look and feel of Grey Goose Vodka without going overboard. We loved it."
- Jaime Rohlich, Bacardi

Intuit Trade Show Opening Night Party

Overview

The opening night party for the SBDC Conference was sponsored by Intuit. The party was held at the Hilton-Americas downtown and had a country western theme. After a ribbon cutting, the guests walked thru the saloon style entrance, which had the Intuit Logo posted on it. Once inside they were greeted by and the fun décor consisting of wagon buffets, and saloon-style bars were fun additions to the theme. Guests played Texas Holdem’ at the Poker Tables and took fun pictures that placed them on different backgrounds.

Coordination Effort Included:

• concept development and creative design
• site and vendor coordination
• entertainment and décor design and management
• logistical management
• on-site logistics and operations

Client Remarks

"Thank you so much for your help planning the event. The guests had a great time as did all the representatives from Intuit."
- Amy Ball, Intuit

Grand Opening

Overview

This two-day event launched the grand opening of Southern Trails subdivison and included Ashton Woods homes, Trendmaker Homes and David Weekley Homes. The rodeo theme was visible throughout the grounds as guests enjoyed BBQ, and various entertainment including photos with a longhorn steer, a trickroper and rodeo magician on stilts. Guests also participated in raffle giveaway drawing where they had to tour homes to look Texas Trivia Questions. Guests also received a music download card, which had the event logo, as part of the branding material.

Coordination Effort Included:

• concept development and creative design for the event
• budget development and maintenance
• vendor selection and contract negotiations
• all menu planning
• on-site logistics and operations
• all vendor coordination
• transportation coordination
• raffle giveaway coordination
• collateral material and signage coordination
• cranding material selection and coordination

Client Remarks

"Thanks again for your help in organizing this fun event.."
- Shannon Martinez, Marketing Coordinator, Ashton Woods Homes

Corporate Launch

Overview

The launch party for the 2006 Social Book was a grand affair attended by 700 of the best in event community. The amazing stage presentation included a 30 piece orchestra and a dynamic audiovisiual production. Throughout the room over 25 different participating vendors strutted their stuff with models on lighted pedestools, luxury cars and furniture vignettes placed throughout the room. The guests enjoyed signature martinis, and food from 20 different caterers. The spectacular evening was a unique showcase for all vendors involved.

Coordination Effort Included:

• concept development and creative design
• site and vendor coordination
• logistical management
• on-site logistics and operations
• all vendor coordination

Client Remarks

"Thank you for all your help and creativity with this amazing event. We could not have done it without your dedication and attention to detail."
- Scott Evans, Editor, The Social Book

Ground Breaking

Overview

The Cinco Ranch Village Square celebrated their groundbreaking of a four phase construction project. In addition, to the invitations and coordination of the event, the client wanted to have media present at the event. The local business trade magazine was contacted and after attending wrote a wonderful press release regarding the event. The client then invited the attendees for lunch at a local restaurant

Coordination Effort Included:

• concept development and creative design for all events
• budget development and maintenance
• vendor selection and contract negotiations
• rentals
• all menu planning
• on-site logistics and operations
• all vendor coordination
• off site venue selection
• invitation and press release packet design
• marketing supervisor

Client Remarks

"Thank you for organizing a successful groundbreaking. The partners and I were delighted that you were able to help us achieve great press coverage for the event. The press release and article for the Houston Business Journal were great."
- Shible Simon, President, Simon Investments

 

Incentive Trip

Overview

Over the course of three days, AIM invited 150 of their most valuable clients and their spouses to participate in their annual incentive trip in Toronto, Canada. The guests stayed at the luxurious Four Seasons hotel in the heart of Toronto. Each night the guests were treated to a spectacular dinner and entertainment. During the day, guests could take in a game of golf, shopping or spa treatments. The entire group spent one day traveling to the various wineries in the Niagara Falls area and the next day they traveled via Motor buses to tour the falls.

Coordination Effort Included:

• concept development and creative design for all events
• budget development and maintenance
• hotel contract negotiations
• vendor selection and contract negotiations
• floral, linen and décor design
• all menu planning, on and off site
• on-site logistics and operations
• scheduling of spa, golf and tours
• all vendor coordination
• transportation liaison, ground and air
• off-site venue selection
• hotel liaison
• marketing supervisor

Client Remarks

"Thanks for the help at the Incentive Marketing and Sales Meeting. Everything went great. I know the effort that goes into pulling something this big off well. You succeeded."
- Jim Stueve, VP, IIDD Division