Eryne, DES, is the Founder and Lead Strategist of Tycoon Events, a multi-award-winning and published event planning company. Eryne has been in the event and marketing industry since 2003. Her experience extends into working with numerous local and international organizations, including a year spent in London, England working alongside Gordon Ramsay, as part of the…
Page Magen, the dynamic half of a twin duo, embodies boundless energy and creativity. As the co-founder of Magen Boys Entertainment (MBE), Canada’s premier entertainment company, Page’s commitment to his clients and craft shines through in every endeavour. Renowned for his attention to detail and ability to turn the impossible into reality, Page has collaborated…
Rose Timmerman Gitzi, CMM, a Partner in Experiential Experts Inc. is a Special Events and Conference Producer with over 25 years of experience. She began her career in the field of Industrial Psychology with a focus on developing programs to promote Employee Satisfaction and Retention. She employs that skill to guide clients in developing effective strategies…
Sebastien discovered his passion for the event business in the late 80s when he started a part-time job as an event coordinator. While completing his Political Science degree, he rapidly became an experienced planner and started extending to corporate events. In 1996, Sebastien opened his first event-producing company. Sénik Events was born a few years…
Debbie Arato has dedicated her professional life to the hospitality and events industry. For 23 years, she owned and managed Arato Entertainment & Events Inc. In 2021, Debbie collaborated with three senior event planners to establish Experiential Experts Inc., pooling their resources, skills, and creativity to serve clients in various event aspects. Debbie frequently speaks…
Evan Babins boasts nearly a decade of experience in corporate event production. Over his career, he has managed event logistics and technical production for esteemed clients like Nissan Canada, Equitable Bank, Kia Canada, Novartis, and TD Bank. Evan is well-versed in live, virtual, and hybrid event spaces, establishing himself as a trailblazer in the industry.…
Rita Plaskett, CMP, CMM, has been in the meeting industry for over 30 years. She is one of the few Canadians to hold both the CMP and CMM designations. Rita is the principal in her meeting management firm called “Agendum Inc.,” specializing in a strategic approach to flawless delivery of meetings and conferences from cradle…
David is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in hospitality and event management. As the General Manager of the Four Seasons Centre for Performing Arts, he spearheaded the relaunch of Toronto’s Opera House, implementing innovative business development strategies and enhancing digital and organizational solutions. Before this role, David held leadership positions at Forbes Five-Star hotels…
Michelle Planche, CMP, is an accomplished award-winning event specialist and entrepreneur with over 27 years of experience in the event industry. She is an active member of the event industry, dedicated to giving back and raising standards of excellence. With over 17 years of experience teaching event management in colleges and universities, Michelle is committed…
