Ensuring a Seamless Event Experience for 20 Esteemed Fellows in NYC

The Challenge


At Life.Beautiful, the challenge was clear: orchestrating an annual leadership event for 20 Fellows from different corners of the United States to NYC. Managing flights, hotel accommodations, training venues, and connecting with training facilitators were only the beginning. There was also the intricate task of planning meals and coordinating evening dinners with invited funders and stakeholders of the leadership program.

The Direct Result


The post-event surveys told the story. The annual leadership event was a success. Fellows praised the seamless coordination, appreciated constant communication, and offered glowing feedback on the meals and restaurant choices. The positive reception extended to hotel arrangements and transportation logistics. Due to its success, Life.Beautiful continues to engage Valrie and Vested Beyond on future projects.

The Service We Offered

The Solution

Vested Beyond stepped in with a comprehensive list of solutions:

  • Project management overseeing flight and accommodations for Fellows.

  • Conduct site visits to potential training venues, presenting options and assisting with the final selection.

  • Support the confirmation of training facilitators.

  • Source restaurants to host funders and stakeholders.

The Bigger Picture

Beyond the immediate success, this event marked a crucial turning point for Life.Beautiful. The strengthened bond among Fellows and the positive experiences with funders and stakeholders set the stage for deeper relationships and greater impact. It was not just an event; it was a strategic step towards connecting with more influential community leaders.

In Their Own Words…


"During the time I worked with Valrie, she was instrumental in establishing and growing our nonprofit organization. With her support, our organization increased its staff, implemented critical systems, and strategic plans for sustainability. Valrie is a true professional who brings a versatile set of skills – business acumen, analytical thinking, and project management – to produce stellar results. She flexes her creativity, organizational skills, and deep understanding of the nonprofit industry to find practical solutions to institutional challenges. She is a true team player, comfortable working with boards, executive leadership teams, and staff at all levels. Valrie is a pleasure to work with and is passionate about seeing nonprofits thrive."

— Jamillah Burgin, Life.Beautiful

Ensuring a Seamless Event Experience for 20 Esteemed Fellows in NYC

The Challenge

At Life.Beautiful, the challenge was clear: orchestrating an annual leadership event for 20 Fellows from different corners of the United States to NYC. Managing flights, hotel accommodations, training venues, and connecting with training facilitators were only the beginning. There was also the intricate task of planning meals and coordinating evening dinners with invited funders and stakeholders of the leadership program.

The Solution

Vested Beyond stepped in with a comprehensive list of solutions:

  • Project management overseeing flight and accommodations for Fellows.

  • Conduct site visits to potential training venues, presenting options and assisting with the final selection.

  • Support the confirmation of training facilitators.

  • Source restaurants to host funders and stakeholders.

The Direct Result

The post-event surveys told the story. The annual leadership event was a success. Fellows praised the seamless coordination, appreciated constant communication, and offered glowing feedback on the meals and restaurant choices. The positive reception extended to hotel arrangements and transportation logistics. Due to its success, Life.Beautiful continues to engage Valrie and Vested Beyond on future projects.

The Bigger Picture

Beyond the immediate success, this event marked a crucial turning point for Life.Beautiful. The strengthened bond among Fellows and the positive experiences with funders and stakeholders set the stage for deeper relationships and greater impact. It was not just an event; it was a strategic step towards connecting with more influential community leaders.

In Their Own Words…

"During the time I worked with Valrie, she was instrumental in establishing and growing our nonprofit organization. With her support, our organization increased its staff, implemented critical systems, and strategic plans for sustainability. Valrie is a true professional who brings a versatile set of skills – business acumen, analytical thinking, and project management – to produce stellar results. She flexes her creativity, organizational skills, and deep understanding of the nonprofit industry to find practical solutions to institutional challenges. She is a true team player, comfortable working with boards, executive leadership teams, and staff at all levels. Valrie is a pleasure to work with and is passionate about seeing nonprofits thrive."

— Jamillah Burgin, Life.Beautiful

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