Special D Events

06/12/2024

Thank you to The Kresge Foundation for engaging us to plan this incredible event!

The former president celebrated Detroit's comeback but acknowledged that there's "more progress to be done" in his surprise visit.

04/16/2024

Welcome Emily Haan! In the time it took to take this headshot and create this post, it already feels as if you have been part of our team for months! We are excited to support you in your role.

Special D Events provides meeting and special event planning services to businesses, associations, foundations, and non-profits across the nation.

02/22/2024

Yesterday our CEO Carol Wolfe Galle had an opportunity to moderate a panel discussion on the topics of workforce development, innovation and branding as they relate to the events industry. It was a sold out event and 1/3 of the 160 registrants arrived within the first three minutes after the doors opened! The energy, excitement and camaraderie in the Detroit Events industry is second to none.

02/09/2024

Join us! https://www.specialdevents.com/about-us/careers/

02/08/2024

Hey Detroit, we think we know your answer.

02/07/2024

Thanks to Meetings + Events Magazine for featuring Sherri Sitkauskas and our event industry predictions! We can't wait to see how they play out in 2024. To download a copy, visit https://www.specialdevents.com/free-resources/2024-event-trends/

https://meetingsmags.com/national/ntl_blogs/2024-event-trends-predictions-from-special-d-events/

Special D Events provides meeting and special event planning services to businesses, associations, foundations, and non-profits across the nation.

01/21/2024

Whether you are waiting tables, tending bar or cooking up delicious food, we see you! .

01/21/2024

Whether you are waiting tables, tending bar or cooking up delicious food, we see you! Grateful for Detroit's amazing hospitality community hustling to serve Detroit Lions fans. .

01/17/2024

99 days until the NFL Draft in Detroit! Roger Goodell is in town today talking about the excitement around Detroit as a destination.

01/10/2024

Let's talk trends! https://www.specialdevents.com/free-resources/2024-event-trends/

01/04/2024

"The world is starving for new ideas and great leaders who will champion those ideas." - Lisa Su. Lindsay Krause is one of those leaders.

12/15/2023

We may have started out calm and cozy last night, but we definitely took the Monarch by storm.

11/09/2023

When your job description includes "Other duties as assigned," and you end up on the floor of a ballroom assembling a Barbie house.

11/07/2023

Imagine if every employer gave even a little PTO time for employees to vote? When you are a working parent, working two jobs, or just plain busy, it's not easy to find time to vote.

11/06/2023

Welcome to our swag free zone.

10/25/2023

"You matter" are the two most valuable words you can say to a team member. But make sure your actions reflect your words. Check out our free resource: https://www.specialdevents.com/free-resources/seven-budget-friendly-employee-appreciation-ideas/

Special D Events provides meeting and special event planning services to businesses, associations, foundations, and non-profits across the nation.

10/24/2023

Working coast to coast today, and loving it!

10/02/2023

Thanks to Ev Hazlett for our latest blog. Stay safe!

Special D Events provides meeting and special event planning services to businesses, associations, foundations, and non-profits across the nation.

09/28/2023

Thanks Meeting Professionals International Michigan Chapter for inviting Carol Galle and Lindsay Krause to serve as your Symposium moderators this week! A great time was had by all.

09/20/2023

Big news! Are you interested in or currently working for Special D Events as a freelance meeting/event planner? We have a new way to connect with us and each other!

Join us!

https://www.facebook.com/groups/771270738129930

09/08/2023

Congratulations Detroit Lions!!!

08/18/2023

So excited about this private event space!

08/17/2023

Our thoughtleader Lindsay Krause is in the news today!

Lindsay Krause, of Special D Events, Inc., discusses how she honed her skills over the pandemic to now be in position to overcome the challenges that the new meetings/events landscape brings.

07/26/2023

Not our typical meeting attendee today.

07/25/2023

Good morning Detroit! Did you know that Viking ships cruise our waterways?

07/19/2023

Thank you Creative Day Technologies and Lesley Harding for today's tour and making our team feel so welcome!

07/11/2023

Congratulations Ev Hazlett! Can't believe it's been a year since you joined us. Thank you for all you do.

06/20/2023

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06/13/2023

Introducing Gobo - here to represent the four-legged's perspective in our event design process. https://www.specialdevents.com/staff/gobo/

06/12/2023