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Todd Fiscus

Todd Fiscus is the fearless leader and creative director behind all Todd brand companies – Todd Events, Party! Dallas, and Avant Garden. His 30+ years of experience in the industry include full scale event production, floral design, hospitality sales and management, culinary art, interior design and consulting, restaurant design and ownership, event space and logistical consulting, and more. At the heart of each of his endeavors is the desire to make others feel the joy and zest for life that he does – through beautiful experiences that thoughtfully bring people together. No one has the ability like Todd to pair “personal” with “pretty” in a way that makes everyone feel special, seen, and celebrated!

Randi Ray

Randi Ray has been producing events around the world with Todd Events for over 18 years. She came to Todd Events armed with a Bachelor’s in Floral Design and a Master’s in Hospitality Management, and quickly developed the skills to oversee large scale event productions and specialize in destination event management. In addition to her role as an Event Producer, she led the Todd Events team as Todd’s #2, Executive Director overseeing event production, sales and development, hiring and training, and financial management.

Laura Franks

Armed with an MBA and a background in retail management and consulting, with a side hustle assisting wedding planners, Laura joined Todd Fiscus over 25 years ago to help solidify and grow his first event production business. Since then, she has continued to develop and help manage multiple businesses with Todd, including retail, restaurants, hospitality & event consulting, luxury furniture rentals, and floral & event production. Laura’s focus is operational, financial, analytics, and team support, ensuring the structure is sound so that businesses and their people can create and flourish.

Rishi Patel

Named one of the top Wedding and Event Designers in the world by Harper’s Bazaar, VOGUE, Brides and Martha Stewart Weddings, along with being recognized as Top 40 under 40, Rishi remains one of the most highly coveted event designers among discerning clientele and notable figures alike. An advocate for fully transformative design, he specializes in celebrations of all kinds – all while adhering to the firm belief that service and guest experience are the cornerstone to great events and the definition of true luxury. From galas, to weddings, to milestone celebrations, any event is in his wheelhouse. An educational background in Finance and an MBA from Indiana University has afforded him the ability to lead the HMR team from a fiscal perspective – though it’s his artistic passion that allows him to design the fantastical events he is known for. As much of a creative visionary as an astute business leader, Rishi’s insistence on unconventionality has continuously transformed the landscape of event design while granting him the honor of designing events for some of the most notable figures, families and organizations in the world.

Lisa Vorce

Lisa Vorce is a world-renowned celebrity event planner and the creative director of Lisa Vorce CO (LVCO). Recognized for her unmatched ability to design and produce flawless celebrations for the most discerning clientele, Lisa and her team have produced some of the most iconic celebrations of our era, including the weddings of Olivia Culpo & Christian McCaffrey, John Legend & Chrissy Teigen, Kate Upton & Justin Verlander and Lea Michele and Zandy Reich. Her travels and events throughout the world – from Italy to St Barth’s to Vietnam – fuel Lisa’s creative work, providing her with the opportunity to marry distinct cultural aesthetics with inventive design wherever she goes. As an industry tastemaker with 25 years of experience, Lisa has been named a top wedding planner by Vogue, Over the Moon, Harper’s Bazaar, Biz Bash, Brides, Martha Stewart, Party Slate and DWP.

David Beahm

David Beahm, founder of David Beahm Experiences, is based in New York City and is known for his inventive work and trademark lavish flower creations. He has designed countless weddings for society, high profile, and discerning clients, as well as a host of celebrity and Fortune 500 corporate events. Included amongst their diverse corporate client base are such well-known names as: Champagne Perrier-Jouët, Van Cleef & Arpels, Victoria’s Secret Beauty, Christian Dior, Chanel, Target, McDonald’s, and Louis Vuitton. He has also designed some of the most talked-about parties for New York’s top non-profit institutions, including major universities and financial institutions, The Met, MoMA, The Whitney, The Juilliard School, Lincoln Center, and Jazz at Lincoln Center, to name a few. David’s design of The “Wedding of the Century”—that of Catherine Zeta-Jones and Michael Douglas—established him as a founding contributor within the special event world. David’s insights and designs have been featured in The New York Times, New York Magazine, Style, Bazaar, The Wall Street Journal, Architectural Digest, Town & Country, People, Brides, as well as a number of appearances on television and on the web. He is a well-known speaker in the field of luxury events, and maintains a witty and entertaining repartee on social media.

Stephanie Cove

With over 20 years of experience, Stefanie Cove founded Stefanie Cove and Co. specializing in worldwide event production for the most discerning and high-profile clientele. Based in Los Angeles and known for her discretion and refined taste, Stefanie Cove produces singular, full-service events around the world, organized and designed from concept to completion. Stefanie and her team’s unique ability to incorporate a client’s personal aesthetics, while delivering seamless production and cutting-edge design, is further reflected in an effortless guest experience with memorable details. She also has an extensive background within the 5-star hospitality industry which enables her to consult and advise hotels and restaurants around the world. In addition to her own personal expertise, Stefanie has curated a multi-faceted, in-house team of design, production and catering professionals, allowing for limitless support and insight tailored to each event and client.

John Hingeley

John founded Skyline Tent Company at age twenty-four with his twin brother, Miles. He was then joined by a third brother, Jay, and a core team in sales and operations that still works together today. John has grown Skyline into a national brand working with top Planners, Event Designers, and Corporate Partners across the US. He is committed to elevating the newest tent trends yet always maintains a relentless focus on technical details and overall execution. Staying true to these core principles has led to enduring partnerships, meaningful friendships, and deep understanding of the tent industry. In addition to tenting John has expanded his focus to include commercial louvered roof pergola systems and consulting for international projects.

Marianna Idirin

Owner and Creative Director Marianna Idirin’s intuitive and artful approach to design was shaped by her decades-long career in interiors, where she cultivates unique and beautiful environments for a chic and diverse clientele. Her love of fast-paced challenges and ever-changing settings led her to event planning and design, and after arriving in Cabo in 2009, Marianna quickly fell in love with the destination locale and decided to make it home. A true student of her surroundings, Marianna draws inspiration from all art forms — including ceramics, nature, furnishings, and fine art — and she relishes the opportunity to serve her clients through beautiful and inventive design during their lives’ most significant moments. A true tastemaker and passionate creative, Marianna is never satisfied with the status quo and is always looking to reinvent the traditional event experience. Now in her second decade of celebration design and production, Marianna and her team have become known for their elegant event installations and their ability to transform any space into a magnificent and unforgettable retreat for the senses.

Patrick Theriot

As the founder of See-Hear Productions, Patrick has 20+ years of experience designing technical solutions for special events including A-List weddings, parties, and galas across the U.S. Patrick has a unique knack for creatively integrating the most demanding technical needs into challenging and intimate environments. He enjoys collaborating with event designers, producers, and entertainers to create the most impactful overall guest experience for each and every opportunity.

David Denney

David is the founder of Denney Law Group, a law firm that counsels startups and growing companies. David and his team focus the majority of their practice on matters including the formation of new businesses, the purchase and sale of existing businesses; private equity transactions; commercial leases and other real estate transactions; corporate matters; trademark protection; employment matters; franchising; beverage alcohol licensing (TTB/TABC); and general contract negotiation. When all else fails, the firm also represents its clients in various types of civil litigation.

In addition to representing small businesses in all walks of life, the firm has a well-established niche practice representing independent restaurants, bars, brewpubs, caterers, chefs, breweries, distilleries, wineries, food trucks, ghost kitchens, chuckwagons, and just about every other member of the ever-growing hospitality community.

Kathleen Deery

As Partner and Chief Creative Officer at Paula LeDuc Fine Catering & Events, as well as the Owner and Designer of Kathleen Deery Design, Kathleen Deery is a distinguished leader in the event and hospitality industry, leaving an indelible mark on the evolution of event design. With over three decades of experience, Kathleen has developed an exceptional eye for design, aesthetics, and logistics.

What sets her apart is her remarkable ability to capture the essence of a client’s personality, crafting a sensory experience that is uniquely tailored to them.

Using an array of elements like fresh flowers, hand-crafted ceramics, custom textiles, lighting, and her signature furniture line, Kathleen goes beyond traditional event design. She curates and creates immersive environments from the ground up, transforming venues into spaces where every detail tells a story, and each moment becomes a work of art.

Nancy Parragué Barclay

As a Partner and Vice President of Client Relations at Paula LeDuc Fine Catering & Events, Nancy Parrague Barclay has witnessed and contributed to the remarkable evolution of the brand over her extensive tenure. With a strong belief that relationships are the foundation of the business, Nancy has earned the trust of her clients, consistently meeting or exceeding their expectations. Her network of industry elites values her deep expertise, proactive approach, and unwavering commitment to every project she oversees. Today, Nancy leads high-level business and sales initiatives, guiding the company’s strategic direction and ensuring its continued success.