based in st. charles, illinois

event strategist

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experience

communications

celebrations & gatherings

expertise in action.

“There are some people who live in a dream world, and there are some who face reality; and then there are those who turn one into the other.”

– Douglas H. Everett

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the event strategist.

I focus on reaching key audiences, driving tangible business outcomes, and optimizing marketing spend. With over 20 years’ experience in event management, I’ve produced “outside-the-box” fundraisers, galas, technology shows, sporting events, animal extravaganzas, client conferences and customer showcases.

Whether your objective is to increase market share, fundraise, extend reach, spread brand awareness or build community, there’s always a story to tell and a way to tell it that’s bold.

-Cheryl S.

“The creativity poured into Kimberly’s experiential events is unmatched! Ridiculously efficient is the phrase that comes to mind when I think of her events. I had the pleasure of working with Kimberly for two years at Anderson Humane, collaborating on several projects. I was particularly impressed by her ability to showcase Anderson Humane as a whole but yet showcase each and every aspect of what the organization is comprised of during the Pets-A-Palooza event and had the public buzzing with excitement. No matter how busy events made her, she always made sure each and every department felt they were represented well, as if Kimberly’s sole job was to make us all look wonderful, and she did.”

-Matt L.

"We all had a great time! Enjoyed the laughter.."

-Devin B.

"What a great time. We had so much fun!"

-Nancy M.

"Great event last night. We had a really fun time! Hope it was a success for Anderson."

-Maria M.

"It was a blast. Great evening for sure!!"

-Kate H.

“Kimberly Gifford is the most talented and successful events specialist I've worked with - and I've worked with many! She plans every detail, considering those who work behind the scenes as well as those who will be impacted by the event. That impact, both from the insiders and the participants, leads to positive results through experience and financial gain. If you are ever lucky enough to attend one of her events, you will remember it forever.”

-Traci W.

“Kimberly is an accomplished Marketing Events professional who excels in shaping the overall strategy and executing against it to optimize results. She is equally adept at interacting with executive leadership, sales, industry analysts, customers and prospects. I had the opportunity to work alongside Kimberly on many large events and projects, her creativity, attention to detail and enthusiasm are hard to beat.”

event strategist

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corporate

Festivals & Fairs

galas

sports

communications

Fundraisers & Cultivation

celebrations & gatherings

expertise in action.

“There are some people who live in a dream world, and there are some who face reality; and then there are those who turn one into the other.”

– Douglas H. Everett

the event strategist.

-Cheryl S.

-Matt L.

-Devin B.

-Nancy M.

-Maria M.

-Kate H.

-Traci W.

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