Client: Vital Proteins
Agency: Yes Collective
PPG Role: Senior Creative Producer
Fabrication Partner: HudsonGray

Coming in as a 2025 Mixed Doubles Tournament sponsor and the first official collagen partner of the US Open, Vital Proteins aimed to make a splash during a sold-out Fan Week. The brand did so through entry and exit sampling on the grounds, a top-to-bottom redesign of its VIP hosting suite, and live podcast programming on Fountain Plaza at Arthur Ashe Stadium.

Client: ZenLEAF
PPG Role: EP
Fabricator: Stolatis

Brief: Concept and oversee the fabrication of custom fixtures deployed across the national ZenLEAF portfolio of stores for the launch of Cabbage Club, the brand’s loyalty program.

Client: Red Bull
PPG Role: Senior Creative Producer

As a finale to NRS, a premier annual foodservice and hospitality summit, Red Bull took over Chef Stephanie Izard’s Duck Duck Goat restaurant in Chicago. Red Bull treated VIPs to OOAK cocktails paired with an aura photo experience, high energy DJs, gifting, and a one-night-only special menu from Chef Izard.

Client: Starbucks
Agency: Number Project
PPG Role: EP

To celebrate Pumpkin Spice Latte’s 21st Birthday, we transformed Chicago’s Starbucks Roastery Reserve into a chic lounge and threw a killer private party. The evening featured legendary hip-hop icons, a boozy Starbucks menu and house-made bites.

Client: H Foundation
Agency: Yes Collective
PPG Role: Showcaller

For this very special benefit event for the H Foundation, produced by Yes Collective, the evening featured comedians Brian Hicks, Vince Carone and was headlined by Chelsea Handler who spoke on her new book, I’ll Have What She’s Having.

Client: Cancer for College
Agency: Number Project
PPG Role: EP

For this benefit show — hosted by Will Ferrell — we ran the VIP experience that included fast track entry, pre-event parties, an on-stage photo experience, private suites and dedicated platforms on the showfloor. Additional support was provided back of house to manage talent & hospitality.

Client: Breakout
PPG Role: Creative Producer

Breakout’s bread and butter is human connection. To celebrate their Chicago cohort, we produced an intimate dinner in Chinatown featuring light programming centered on togetherness.

Client: Mamitas Tequila Seltzer
Agency: Number Project
PPG Role: Creative Producer
Fabricator: HMR Designs

Brief: Create an immersive area of refuge and dedicated point of sale for Mamitas at Windy City Smokeout, a BBQ and Country music festival.

Client: Private
Agency: Yes Collective
PPG Role: VIP Support

On the final night of the 2024 Democratic National Convention, distinguished guests came together for a high-energy celebration, rallying momentum for the final stretch of election season—capped off by an unforgettable performance from T-Pain.

Client: Phusion
Agency: Number Project
PPG Role: EP

An annual holiday celebration and team appreciation dinner with live entertainment and event design dedicated to company storytelling.

Client: West Monroe
PPG Role: EP

Adding to the client’s itinerary while hosting VIPs, we curated a behind the scenes “tour and lore” of the famous Southern Ground recording studio in Nashville, featuring a live set from artist HAFFWAY.

Client: Marshall
Agency: AWE Creative
PPG Role: Senior Producer

In LA, stop one of three on their world tour, the Marshall product and sales team brought together an international roster of clients for a two-day immersive meeting of the minds. With product showcases, rooftop dinners, and late-night parties, Marshall proved that the spirit of Rock ‘N’ Roll is still very much alive in a format that can often feel routine.