Event Planning
Full-Service Meeting and Event Planning in Downers Grove, IL
Exceptional Event Planning in Downers Grove, IL
Immerse yourself in the world of extraordinary events with A La Carte Planners, your premier partner for event planning in Downers Grove, IL. We understand that each event is a unique tapestry of moments waiting to be woven into an unforgettable experience. At A La Carte Planners, we specialize in crafting events that transcend expectations and leave a lasting impression.
Our team of seasoned event planners is dedicated to transforming your vision into a seamless reality. Whether you are hosting a grand celebration, a milestone occasion, or a sophisticated gathering, we bring creativity, precision, and passion to every detail. A La Carte Planners takes pride in orchestrating events that reflect your style, capture your essence, and create cherished memories for you and your guests.
Partner with A La Carte Planners today and let us bring your vision to life. Elevate your events with distinction, style, and creativity. Contact us now to embark on the journey of creating memorable moments together.
Meet Our Owner
Catherine M. Griffin
Catherine M. Griffin has over 37 years of professional experience in the meeting planning industry. Her expertise is in negotiation, budget planning and creative theme program design. She has developed exciting meetings and events for a vast array of Fortune 500 companies nationwide.
She has extensive experience in producing a wide-range of meetings for large corporate and association clients . . . exhibit tradeshows, corporate board meetings, medical education meetings, pharmaceutical meetings, CME meetings, training seminars and incentive travel programs.
Overview of Our Events
From corporate events and dinners to theme parties and trade shows, we coordinate and plan for a vast variety of different types of events. To learn more, get in touch with us today!
What Services Do We Provide?
- Create innovative and cost-effective proposals for meetings and incentive travel programs as well as for corporate theme parties
- Program development
- Conduct client site inspection trips
- Develop marketing program and materials to support incentive travel program theme
- Site selection for meetings and incentive travel
- Venue selection for off-site theme parties
- Budget preparation and management
- Contract negotiations with vendors (i.e., air, hotel, car, cruise)
- Preparation of detailed meeting specifications
- Food and beverage management
- Audio visual set-up
- Prepare air and hotel manifests
- Coordinate ground transportation arrangements
- Prepare pre-trip materials for travel programs
- All pre- and post-show budget reconciliation for meetings and special events
- On-site Meeting and Event Manager
- On-site registration
- Oversight of all meeting logistics
- Dine-around coordination
- Airport meet and greet
- Coordination of conference registration
- Trade show booth sales
- Arrange corporate event sponsorships
- Handle all food and beverage arrangements for corporate dinners, special events and theme parties, as well as on-site event management
- Post event program evaluations
Why Should You Choose A La Carte Planners for my Event Planning Event?
Opt for A La Carte Planners for your next event planning
venture and immerse yourself in strategic curation that transforms ordinary occasions into extraordinary experiences. Our personalized approach ensures a tailored event strategy that resonates with the unique essence of your occasion. From the initial concept to the final moments, our commitment to meticulous execution guarantees a seamless and stress-free event. At A La Carte Planners, creativity is infused into every detail, transcending mere logistics and leaving an indelible mark on the memory of your guests. Drawing from our wealth of experience, our seasoned professionals bring a depth of knowledge to ensure your event planning
benefits from the best practices and industry insights. Elevate your event experience with A La Carte Planners – contact us now, and let's embark on creating an event that surpasses expectations.
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