LAPORTE & COMPANY'S trademark is designing and producing premier event experiences for discerning clientele and forward-thinking brands in Arizona, California, Hawaii and exclusive destinations worldwide. We seamlessly blend the art of guest psychology and storytelling to provide an exquisite sensory journey steeped in luxury like no other.
What We Do
EVENT services
Designing inimitable experiences that leave guests in awe requires a nuanced approach and keen understanding of elements that make each moment extraordinary. With over 13 years in the planning industry, we know what it takes to deliver world class events.
Whether it’s creating a signature custom gift for your guests or planning a luxurious excursion that delights the senses, this exclusive, white glove level of service provides the perfect book end to your extraordinary celebration.
Concierge Style planning with a sophisticated approach and keen understanding of what truly inspires connection.
When producing our events, we look at the entire chess board - not just the pieces. We expertly blend event design, lighting, texture details, succulent cuisine, and entertainment – all leading to an event experience unlike any other.
the curated lens
We give you one-on-one personalized attention and invaluable insider’s advice throughout every phase of the planning process so that nothing about your event or the experience that your guests have are ever left to chance.
insider advice
Our two-fold approach, expertly combining logistical precision with incomparable design and guest experience expertise, ensures that you’re able to rest easy knowing that everything is being handled.
our approach
here'S HOW WE CAN HELP
We handle the details so you can be a guest at your own event.
When it comes to your event experience, we believe that you should be a guest at your own event. The point of luxury is to indulge and enjoy the fruits of the vision we've just helped you bring to life. Our concierge level service ensures that all of the details are expertly handled so it's one less thing you need to worry about.
Expertly executing on all the details...
Our Philosophy
To do our best work and ensure we do not compromise the caliber of concierge-level service we provide to our clientele, we only take on a select number of full-service clients each year.
Our approach to the planning of your event means that we are intimately involved in the design and curation of each component and detail, so the result is an experience unlike any other. We are with you every step of the way – from concept to completion.
That being said, we understand that one of the primary questions you likely have is, 'What is the investment?' While it's impossible to know what your event will ultimately cost, you can expect our total planning fee to range between 15% to 17% of your event's overall budget (depending on scope of work) with a required minimum planning fee of $18,000 to contract our services.
Additional answers to your most pressing questions are available on the FAQ page.
OUR PROCESS
Corporate Events
Consumers are more attuned than ever before, and the services provided by companies needs to match the market’s elevated level of awareness.
Let us help you envision and create an innovative experience that's designed to promote authentic engagement with and loyalty to your brand.
the breakdown:
Philanthropic Events
In the changed global landscape, immersive experiences that tell a captivating story are the new currency in the world of nonprofit fundraising and donor engagement.
With our expertise in donor giving psychology, we work to understand the generational landscape of your donor base and use that intel to inform the direction and design of your event.
Get at the heart of what donors truly care about and increase your capacity for social impact.
- Venue Selection & Contract Negotiation
- Vendor Management
- Food & Beverage Planning
- Specialty Gifting
- Budget Creation & Management
- Multimedia Production
- Custom Installations
- Audio Visual & Lighting Design
- Agenda Development & Meeting Coordination
- Stage Program Mapping, Design and Production
The LAPORTE & COMPANY production team works in tandem with the contracted creative partners and becomes an extension of those teams. This ensures that the integrity of all timetables, scope of work, installations and breakdown for your event are executed as prescribed by the planning team.
We are prepared to service all of your event planning needs which includes but is not limited to:
Our pre-planning and design stages, coupled with the various systems and processes we utilize to bring your event to life are what create a seamless experience.
So what does it really mean?
Event Production Experts
- DONOR ENGAGEMENT SUPPORT
- Process & Timeline Management
- Talent or Speaker Procurement & Management
- Attendee List Management – Event Registration
- Entertainment & Rider Management
- Sensory Detailing & Curation
- Site Visits & Destination Location Scouting
- Travel & Accommodations
- Event Sponsorship Offerings & Packaging
- Generational Landscaping of Donor Base
Your event by stages... a process that works for you.
everything begins with your initial consultation.
This is where we’ll discuss our capabilities, learn more about the details of your event and share our step by step planning process. During this meeting, if both sides feel we are a good fit, we'll chart a path forward to begin our work together. The flawless execution of your event is as much the overall vision you hold for it as it is the creative partners that come together to bring it to life.
Once you’ve determined if your needs are aligned to our services, we’ll require a retainer to begin work on your event. This retainer covers the time necessary to complete the initial discovery work. At that time, we’ll create the comprehensive strategy map we’ll follow to guide you through the planning process of your marvelous event.
"Bennell’s work to strategize, plan and execute a key stakeholder event, was a critical move in capturing this year’s successes in our community’s heart. Every detail went off without a hitch and our team is better set up to keep the momentum going and think through future events with the same great playbook."
"Bennell is uniquely gifted in “thinking big” and envisioning participant experiences that are truly memorable, all while giving the necessary time and attention to the many, many details that are important to hold to see an event carried out successfully."
"Bennell led our team to exceed our fundraising revenue target by over 30%. She is a fearless leader who leads with both a sharp mind and a big heart."
Go to Guide for Elevated Events
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