The creative genius behind the company is Wallie Sharpe, who along with extraordinary talent exudes style, charisma, and charm. In 1993, Wallie started as a part-time florist working mainly with churches. His talent combined with an effervescent personality opened many doors for him. Eventually, he expanded his offering to include other services: stage design and décor, window treatments, and even
t planning. The range of services contributed to the exponential growth of the business; Wallie has coordinated events in New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Atlanta. Sharpe Events and Designs was born when the demand for Wallie’s services exceeded his ability to function efficiently as a “one man show”. He currently adds management and supervision of staff to his roles. Sharpe Events includes four full-time event coordinators, six part-time staff, and several contracted wait-staff members. The business operates from a 1,200 square foot facility that includes a showroom. The team at Sharpe Events has distinguished themselves in planning, producing, and coordinating a variety of events across cultural and organizational boundaries:
• Weddings
• Anniversaries
• Birthdays
• Graduations
• Bar and bat mitzvahs
• Corporate events
• Pastor appreciation celebrations
A full range of services is available for clients to select from when planning their special event; this makes Sharpe Events a convenient, affordable, and efficient choice. The following options are available:
• Floral arrangements
• Room layout and design
• Pipe and drape installation
• Ceiling drapery
• Servers for meals
• Party rentals
In addition, Wallie assists his clients by offering a select group of preferred vendors for additional services such as catering, video production, photography, graphic design, and printing. A testimony to the excellent service provided, Sharpe Events and Designs produces annual events for several organizations:
• Golden Crust
• The Jamaican Bar Association
• Dinthill Alumni Association
• Holmwood Technical Alumni Association
• All County Health Care
Wallie Sharpe and his company have also been associated with international events held in South Florida; among them are a gala for the Prime Minister of Trinidad and Tobago, Independence celebrations for The Bahamas and Saint Lucia, The Barbados Governor’s Ball, and Jamaica’s 50 years of Independence Gala. Creativity, experience, and professionalism are the hallmark of Sharpe Events and Designs. Wallie Sharpe, the event-planning guru, takes the dreams of his clients and creates unforgettable memories.