WE ARE AN EXTENSION OF YOUR TEAM.

We have over 15 years’ experience planning, producing and managing meetings and events throughout the country. These diverse programs range from an intimate 20-person meeting to multi-day conferences hosting more than 400 attendees, from a 50-person baby shower to a milestone birthday party for 150 guests and from a small runway show to an elaborate theatrical fashion show production. It is our commitment to provide every client with highly skilled, personalized and professional service.

From strategic planning to event conception, logistics and execution, L’ Shanell Events, LLC offers full-service production and design services tailored to your brand, your goals and the overall guest experience. As award-winning, certified professionals, we create immersive experiences that are as impressive as they are intentional. We free your time so that you can focus on your program’s big picture, while we focus on the logistical and strategic event details. As an extension of your event team, we help you increase the quality of your programs, meet your sales and marketing goals, mitigate risk and reduce costs.

FULL-SERVICE PLANNING

Full-service meeting planning is our signature support service that is customizable to fit your needs. Our full-service option allows you to be a part of the planning and design, making decisions that you enjoy and are important to you, but without having to stress the daily details. We give careful consideration of the event concept, design flow, venue and attendee journey. We have developed a meticulous system for every phase of planning, which ensures the program’s success. Full-service planning can include the following services:

Strategic Planning - Objective Setting & Measurement, Overall Messaging & Communications, Theme Development, Timeline Creation, Budget Development, Location Analysis

Hotel & Venue Sourcing & Contracting - Hotel Research, RFP Creation, Site Visits, Contract Negotiation

Registration Management - Registration Website Build, Real-Time Reporting, Pre & Post Event Communication, Invitations, Save the Dates and Know-Before-You Go

Planning & Logistics - Food & Beverage Menu Planning, Audio Visual, Budget Development & Management, Group Air Travel, Ground Transportation, Floor Plans & Diagrams, Supplier Procurement & Management, Speaker Management, Group Activities, Off-Site Venue Research, Signage, Equipment & Supply Rental, Design & Styling, Contingency Plans and Project Management including customized check lists and production schedules 

Creative - Meeting Materials, Agenda Development and Design, Attendee Information Packets, Name Badges, Gifts & Amenities, Mobile Technology, Content Consultation

On-Site Support - Registration, Hospitality Desk, Speaker Rehearsals, Group Activities, Off-Site Functions, Entertainment Management and any other on-site needs

Post-Event Wrap Up (Accounting & Evaluation) - Budget Reconciliation, Cost Savings, Attendee Surveys, Program ROI, Debrief Meetings

Service Fee: Varies based on number of attendees and scope of the project.

A’ LA CARTE SERVICES

We offer premium event solutions services tailored to your brand, your goals and the overall guest experience.

HOTEL SOURCING & CONTRACTING

Site selection is often the most challenging part of the meeting planning process. Choosing the right venue and location is a decision that plays a critical role in having a successful, well-attended and cost-effective program. The right environment can facilitate learning, engagement and connection for your guests. With thousands of properties available to you, the search can be overwhelming. As seasoned professionals with key hotel brand relationships across the hotel industry, we help you find the hotel and meeting space that best fits your needs. We save you money by negotiating the best room rate and contract terms. Sourcing and contracting includes hotel site research, review of options and recommendation of the final selection. We present only the best-suited options for your consideration and provide you with a streamlined spreadsheet that allows you to evaluate and compare rates, available dates, amenities, food and beverage, in-house AV requirements and space. You may choose to conduct a site visit to get a first hand look at your top venue(s). We can provide assistance on-site to establish a level of comfort that you are making the right venue choice. When the venue is finalized, we negotiate favorable contract terms and clauses to ensure cost savings, offer you protection and mitigate risks.

PLANNING & LOGISTICS

Every detail matters. A laser-focused logistics plan covering all the details of the execution is what will truly determine a program’s success. We can help ensure you’ve got the right logistical foundation set and an event-day plan in place that will reduce potential pitfalls and increase your ROI. Planning and logistics management includes developing a customized check list, timeline and on-site production schedule as well as the budgeting, negotiations and planning of the following: Food & Beverage Menus, Audio Visual, Group Air Travel, Ground Transportation, Floor Plans & Diagrams, program Suppliers, Event Staffing, Speakers, Group Activities, Signage, Equipment & Supply Rental, Design & Styling and Contingency Plans. We take care of every detail so that you don’t have to.

DESIGN & STYLING

Our styling services focuses on the aesthetics, design and decor of your event. We begin by getting to know you, your goals and your overall vision. We take inspiration from you and design an event style board illustrating how your event will look and feel including all the details. Once we receive your approval, we get to work by sourcing and/or creating those custom details for you. Every detail is considered when creating your unique style and crafting the right atmosphere that will set the mood for your guests’ experience. We can accommodate a wide variety of event details, layout specifications and unique design requests. Our team will be onsite to set up and style the day of your event.

FASHION SHOW PRODUCTION

L’ Shanell has unrivaled knowledge of the creative, technical and backstage processes, impeccable choreography, obsessive attention to detail and production schedules covering everything to the last minute. We create unique, world-class shows that will ‘wow’ and entertain your audience. From promoting a new line of clothes from a specific designer to having it the center of a fundraising event, many organizations have benefited from our fashion show expertise. Our successful processes leaves you free to focus on other production details and most importantly, your guests. We take careful consideration of your objectives, ideas and budget to create a fashion event that will meet all of your goals. 

Services can include: Concept/Artistic Direction, Venue Sourcing, Model Casting, Full Show Choreography, Fittings, Hair and Make Up, Photography and Video Direction, Music Selection, Rehearsal Management, Brand Visual Presentations, Production and Show Schedules, Talent Booking, Budget Management, Day of Production Management, Coordination of Audio Visual, Lighting and Sound, Runway Training and Development and Full Back of House Staff.

VENUE SOURCING

Finding the perfect location for your special event is essential to its success. Benefit from our experience with working with many types of venues across the country, knowing the precise questions to ask and what to look out for. Instead of wasting hours of your time blindly searching the Internet, let L’ Shanell streamline the entire search process for you. We will research venues that match your needs, check availability, review their submitted proposal and handle all necessary communication. You will receive a curated list of recommended venues that fit your specific event style, budget and special requirements. We can schedule, and attend, a tour of your top venue options that will aid in your final decision.

REGISTRATION MANAGEMENT

A crucial piece of planning an unforgettable event is the website where your guests will sign up. The site not only has to grab their attention; it needs to function smoothly while offering the invitees access to pertinent information. It should also meet your needs for gathering and organizing attendee data that will help you better manage the event. Our agency delivers premium expertise in registration website builds with our technical knowhow and graphic design skill. We will develop an online portal that matches perfectly with the event’s theme and branding. Your invitees will receive the greatest possible registration experience.

Registration management includes: Registration Website Build, Customized Real-Time Reporting, Pre & Post Event Attendee Communication Including Distribution Of Electronic Save The Date, Program Invitation, Know-Before-You Go and Attendee Surveys. We are experienced with the following platforms: Cvent, Reg Online, eTouches, SignUp 4, Splash, Eventbrite and Constant Contact

ON-SITE SUPPORT

Your time is best spent focused on entertaining your sponsors, speakers and invited guests, not coordinating registration, programming or training staffers. Our on-site support services ensure accurate setup and logistics management. We help you determine your program staffing needs and secure the appropriate team members to bring your program to life. Staffing may include support at your registration desks, hospitality greeters, technical support, signage placement, welcome bag delivery, off-site function support, transportation coordination and/or supplemental assistance with your existing meeting team. We ensure flawless execution and communication with all partners.

MODEL & TALENT BOOKING

Elevate your event experience by booking skilled talent through L’ Shanell Events. We are true subject matter experts when it comes to researching, booking and producing talent and entertainment. We have an extensive network of professional, creative partners who we have developed great alliances. We perform proper vetting and training to ensure that the selected talent represents your brand with the utmost professionalism.

We are experienced at booking and managing the following types of talent: Photographers, Fashion Designers, Entertainers, Videographers, Makeup Artists, Hair Stylists, Choreographers, Master of Ceremonies, Dancers, D.J.’s, Musicians and Models (Trade Show, Fashion, Hair, Print Runway and Commercial)

BRAND SHOOT COORDINATION 

We offer photo and video shoot coordination services for business, personal and fashion brands. Partner with us to take custom photos for your website, social media, print collateral, event promotion or portfolio building. We provide you with all the necessary tools for a creative, unique promotional styled shoot that fully captures your brand’s style and message you want conveyed. With an extensive background and education in marketing, we work with you to understand your brand’s unique personality and your goals so we can capture video or images that grow your brand and promote your business.

Services can include coordination of a professional photographer or videographer, location sourcing and booking, prop rentals, make-up, hair, wardrobe, on-site wardrobe styling, set design, décor design and promotional model booking.

Here’s how to get started.

1. Click the “Invest in Your Social Media Freedom” button to submit your payment.
2. After you submit your payment, you’ll receive your welcome packet and client agreement from me within 1 business day.
3. Once your agreement has been signed, you’ll be given access to your Discovery Questionnaire.

4. When your prep work is complete, you’ll be given a link to schedule your session with me. Then, we’ll have our session!

Please select a time for your call. If you are unable to find a suitable time please email me at reinet@thetalkingfox.com and we can find the perfect time for you.

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DISCOVERY CONSULTATION

Here’s how to get started.

Step 1. Schedule a complimentary, no-obligation consult. You can do that right here.

Step 2. Watch your email for questions from me. Before we hop on the phone, I’d like to know a bit about you and what you’d like to get out of working with me.

Step 3. Hit “reply” to that email and answer the questions.

Step 4. At the scheduled time of your consult, we’ll consult! We’ll use the opportunity to make sure we’re the perfect fit before you commit.

Step 5. Then we’ll get started! If you decide to work with me, I’ll tell you the exact steps for getting started. If you decide not to work with me or if we aren’t a perfect fit, I’m happy to share other resources to help you get what you need.

INQUIRE

After we learn about your vision, the amount of assistance required and how far along you are in the planning process, we will develop the perfect solution to meet your needs and provide you with a customized quote. Schedule your complimentary discovery call today! Call us at (312) 380-5946 or complete the contact form by clicking here.