Presence Health Foundation Events & Consulting

Presence Health Foundation Events & Consulting

“The folks at PWE were amazing!  They worked brilliantly with our team to plan an annual event that was better than the year before and was always on point with our brand and messaging.” — Amy Day (VP of Foundation, Presence Health)

OVERVIEW

The Presence Health Foundation is an Illinois non-profit corporation organized for charitable contributions that benefit all Presence Health entities. The Presence Health Annual Ball is their largest black-tie gala of the year and raises over $1 million for the foundation annually.

For many years PWE produced the annual gala for Presence Health, formerly Resurrection Health Care Foundation. This black-tie gala invited more than 600 of Presence Health’s top sponsors, donors and VIP’s.

From the high energy Mucca Pazza Parade to the Three Waiters and some of Chicago’s best known restaurants, Paulette Wolf Events each year allowed the foundations to raise more and more dollars. One of the most successful years was to craft an event around the theme of One Team. We were able to enlist the support of former notable Chicago Athletes to attend the gala such as Frank Thomas, Otis Wilson, Dan Hampton & Matt Forte as well as helping to secure Mike Ditka, who served as honorary chair that year.

We were also brought on to consult internally creating their blueprint for all fundraising events moving forward.

In more recent years, Presence celebrated the gala with entertainment such as The Temptations and a One Hit Wonder show including The Drifters, The Trammps, Tommy Tutone and Tone Loc.

Camp Kesem Magic Ball

Camp Kesem Magic Ball

“Thank you for all that you did to make our event a huge success. We raised $1.2 million! I always feel better knowing that PWE is part of the Kesem team.”

— Jim Higley (Chief Brand Officer, Camp Kesem)

 

OVERVIEW

Since 2015 PWE has produced the annual gala for Camp Kesem in the following cities: Chicago, Boston, San Francisco & Los Angeles. The gala invites more than 1,000 of Camp Kesem’s top sponsors, donors and supporters.

In addition to the Magic Ball, PWE produces a 3-day summit for 800 college students to learn how to fundraise and create messaging for their chapters at their respective Universities.

Camp Kesem Magic Galas have raised over $4 million across these four markets.

HMSHost Channel Your Inner Chef Event

HMSHost Channel Your Inner Chef Event

“Working with Paulette Wolf Events feels like you’re working with people who you’ve already known. It’s been so comfortable, there’s been a lot of trust, and a lot of expertise has been brought to the table.”

— Shayna Iglesias (Senior Marketing Manager, HMSHost)

 

OVERVIEW

On March 31, 2015 we produced the very first Channel Your Inner Chef event. Five chef applicants competed for thirty minutes in a friendly culinary battle. The winner would receive 2 VIP tickets to the James Beard Award Dinner held in Chicago as well as their winning dish featured at Goose Island Pub Restaurant at the airport.

Producing an event of this magnitude at an airport presented some challenges, including supplying knives and other sharp objects to the contestants and allowing VIP guests into the event space without an airplane ticket; while still adhering to TSA regulations and rules. We worked closely with airport staff, security and HMSHost to ensure that this event was flawless but safe for all guests, travelers and staff.

Following the competition, we held an event on July 16, 2015 where we introduced the winning dish, a blackened jerk chicken with a sweet potato puree, black bean and corn salsa and mango barbeque sauce. This dish, presented by winner Nikkia Stone, was served at Goose Island Pub for the remainder of the month. The VIP event featured speeches from the new Chicago Airport Commissioner, Ginger S. Evans, Alderman Michael Zalewski and CEO of HMSHost, Steve Johnson. We also highlighted the two custom videos that were created for this event; a trailer announcing the competition and a sizzle reel of the actual competition.

OKRP Holiday Bash

OKRP Holiday Bash

“Jodi / Adam – three parties in with you guys, and it just keeps getting better. Thanks for managing all the hustle, last minute changes and our ever evolving needs. The party last night was truly amazing. Feedback from employees, clients, partners, etc was just awesome. We couldn’t do something that special without your partnership. So, thanks for helping us put our best foot forward and always having fun while doing it.” 

— OKRP – Brenda Donahue, COO

OVERVIEW

Festive glamour came to life at OKRP’s 10th Anniversary Celebration and Holiday Bash, expertly planned by Paulette Wolf Events. From the vibrant decor to the high-energy beats of DJ Maurice Joshua, every detail was thoughtfully curated to create an unforgettable evening at Park West Chicago

Ferrara Halloween Celebrations

Ferrara Halloween Celebrations

“Jodi + Adam,
Can’t say it enough – you are Rockstars!!!
Thank you for helping us pull off an event better than we ever could’ve imagined and in such a short amount of time.
We’ve enjoyed working with you and your incredible vendors + hope to do it again soon! ” 

— Dominique, Amanda & The Ferrara Workplace Team

 

 

 

OVERVIEW

Ferrara Candy Company contracted Paulette Wolf Events to design and produce their annual Halloween Celebration. This event brings together candy lovers and Halloween enthusiasts for an unforgettable night of spooky fun. Each year, the celebration aims to be more thrilling, imaginative, and immersive than the last. We focus on showcasing Ferrara’s signature candies through enchanting displays and interactive experiences that capture the true spirit of the holiday. The result is an evening filled with hauntingly sweet surprises, creative themed décor, and magical moments.

Anthony Rizzo Family Foundation Laugh-Off For Cancer

Anthony Rizzo Family Foundation ~ Laugh-Off For Cancer

 

Thank you Adam & Jodi for all that you do for us & for being part of the ARFF family! When PWE joined our team, we were looking to take our events to the next level & you did not disappoint. Your attention to detail is unmatched and your commitment to our organization has gone above and beyond. We could not be happier with our partnership.

— Abby Suarez – Anthony Rizzo Family Foundation Executive Director

 

OVERVIEW

Held at Tao Chicago, the 8th Annual Gala Laugh-Off For Cancer. The Anthony Rizzo Family Foundation raises money for cancer research to provide support to children and their families battling the disease. The foundation engaged PWE to produce the 2020 Laugh Off For Cancer fundraising event. The 250-person event was held at Tao Chicago where guests mingled with the Chicago Cubs players and enjoyed Tao’s signature cuisine. The fundraising event continued with an improv comedy show featuring Cubs players and performers from The Second City as well as a stand up set by comedian Megan Gailey. The night concluded with a presentation, raffle and fundraising portion that raised nearly $500,000 for the Anthony Rizzo Family Foundation.

Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana Grand Opening

Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana Grand Opening

“I’ve had the pleasure of working with Paulette Wolf Events for over 20 years. The professionalism, strategic vision, and level of talent provided by their team is best in class. Hard Rock Casino has quickly become the #1 revenue generating casino in the market, supported by the programing from Paulette Wolf Events. The team has gone above and beyond to help build our brand image and provide direction to cement our position in a hyper-competitive market. ” 

— Joe Branchik (Vice President Marketing, Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana)

 

 

OVERVIEW

Beginning in May 2021, PWE produced a large-scale Grand Opening weekend of events and entertainment for HRCNI, consisting of a VIP Event and a Public Grand Opening Media Event.

The VIP guests were welcomed to the one-of-a-kind casino by rock-n -roll clad showgirls, and treated to an exclusive performance by blues legend Buddy Guy (with special guest Rick Nielsen from Cheap Trick), as well as a late-night DJ performance by Pete Wentz from Fall Out Boy.

The following morning, in front of the casino’s iconic Hard Rock Guitar, casino executives, dignitaries and celebrities christened the new casino with a public Grand Opening Media Event.  Rather than a traditional ribbon-cutting, special guests Tito and Marlon Jackson of the Jackson Five, Pete Wentz from Fall Out Boy and Mark McGrath from Sugar Ray joined other dignitaries to count down and smash their custom Hard Rock guitars officially opening this new Casino.  Later that evening Mark McGrath joined local band 7th Heaven in singing Sugar Ray hits along with officially kicking off the entertainment that would be performing every weekend at the Café Stage.

Throughout the rest of the year, PWE continued to produce weekly musical entertainment on the casino’s Café & Council Oak Bar Stages, including Freddy Jones Band, Matt Stell, Josh Abbott, Sister Hazel, Ronnie Baker Brooks, Robert Randolph, Shemekia Copeland, Collin Raye and Jo Dee Messina to name a few.

PWE also produced talent for various VIP special events for HRCNI including the following:

    • Christone “Kingfish” Ingram Record Release Event
    • Film screening of “Mad Mac” documentary about former Chicago Bears QB Jim McMahon
    • Halloween Event featuring Medium Allison DuBois and custom “Thriller” dance production
    • RuPaul’s Drag Race

The year of entertainment culminated with an exclusive New Year’s Event featuring Smash Mouth, Grandmaster Flash and Rick Springfield.

PWE continues to produce weekly entertainment, as well as ticketed comedy shows including Wanda Sykes, Tracy Morgan, Jay Leno, Jo Koy & Trevor Noah. Musical Highlights include CeeLo Green, Everclear, Sugar Ray, LIT, The Dan Band and many more…

Morongo Casino 20th Anniversary Events

Morongo Casino 20th Anniversary Events

OVERVIEW

Morongo Casino’s 20th Anniversary celebration was a dazzling three-day extravaganza brought to life by the creative brilliance of Paulette Wolf Events. Featuring living statues, candy sculptures, disco couch rides, fireworks, and an unforgettable performance by Mark McGrath, this vibrant event seamlessly blended whimsy and sophistication, leaving guests enchanted.

Net App & CDW Launch Events

Net App & CDW Launch Events

“They bring a different attitude to events – you get that flare and excitement that comes with even the most boring of industries. I would recommend PWE to anyone who wants to make sure they get a brand out there. I don’t think there is a company too large or too small for them to work with.”

— Layne Kipp (Senior Channel Sales Manager, NetApp)

OVERVIEW

For multiple product launches, we’ve helped NetApp celebrate the release of its newest products and technology as well as generate excitement among its channel partners, who would soon be charged with selling it.  The branding-driven campaigns began with overtaking the channel partner offices with NetApp leadership, colors, products and messaging, essentially turning the offices into NetApp headquarters for the day. At the end of the workday, employees move to an evening event location where the celebration of the new product continues.  The evening event features elaborate branding, themed food, specialty cocktails and name entertainment, i.e. Grace Potter and Parmalee for all of the different teams to enjoy.

In addition to the product launches, we have also been charged with producing various incentive trips & meeting summits for NetApp and its channel partners which focus on selling the new products and technology.  We create custom, destination-specific websites to coordinate attendee registration as well as share pre-trip correspondence and information. We manage all travel logistics and implement extensive branding throughout, as well as develop unique experiences for each location that are representative of the destination and culture with exclusive elements not available to the general public. Locations have included Napa, CA, Charleston, SC, New Orleans, LA, Key West, FL and Coeur d’Alene, ID.

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PopSugar Pop Up Installation

PopSugar Pop Up Installation

“I was so excited to work with PWE after meeting the team – they just get it!  They understood my needs and our brand from the beginning and the event was absolutely perfect.”

—Deirdre Kennedy (Vice President of Marketing, POPSUGAR)

OVERVIEW

POPSUGAR is a global women’s lifestyle brand at the intersection of content and commerce. The event took place at The Roof at the Wit Hotel and showcased the summer’s must haves which included custom gift bags, delicious food and drink as well as entertainment. The focus was not only to entertain top trendsetters, but to deliver décor and live entertainment that would define the summer. Over 300 media and local corporate sales personnel as well as key executives attended.