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Testimonials
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testimonials from over the years written by clients, team members, and friends.
Cisco Systems Client Testimonials
“Madison – I can’t say enough about your outstanding communication and organization. You were on top of every single detail and handled every twist and turn with such professionalism. Thank you for stepping in and delivering so flawlessly.
To all of you, thank you for making this such a wonderful experience from start to finish. Your dedication and partnership made all the difference, and I truly appreciate the opportunity to work with such a capable and kind group.”
Laura Morales
Program Manager | Chief of Staff, Americas Sales
- Event: 700 Attendees at VIP & Executive Level Two Day Leadership Conference at Hilton Atlanta
- Services: Full Logistics, Sourcing, Housing Management, & Registration Management
- Final Budget: $1,100,600
“Thank YOU Madison for being on this wild ride with me, this was not a smooth planning process, and you jumped right in which I very much appreciate! Thank you for all your hard work and partnership!”
Johannah Baccaglio
Sr. Global Events Manager, Design & Events | Security
- Event: Global Security Customer Advisory Executive Board Retreat
- Services: Full Logistics, Sourcing & Contracting, Registration Management
- Final Budget: $160,000
“I wanted to take a moment to recognize Madison for her outstanding support in helping us find the perfect venue for our recent Irvine event. She was incredibly organized, responsive, and detail-oriented throughout the entire process as we changed venues several times but she was always ready to support. Her professionalism and positive attitude made everything run smoothly, and it was truly a pleasure working with her.
Just wanted to make sure her efforts didn’t go unnoticed—she was a huge help!”
Kiarra Smothers
Cisco Program Manager (AMR)
- Event: Team Department Educational & Social Event
- Services: Full Logistics, Sourcing & Contracting
- Final Budget: $4,000
"I am writing to share some positive feedback regarding Madison Allen and her support from GES on our recent LIFT Academy #4 - Strategic Finance training week last month that she helped plan events for.
Madison went above and beyond for our team by her great communication and proactively working with the hotel to secure a refund for some of the nights following A/C complaints from our participants. Her dedication, responsiveness, and willingness to advocate on our behalf made a significant difference and made working together a great experience.
Thank you for having such a fantastic team member!"
Davina Nguyen
LIFT Program Lead & Career Program Manager
- Event: Strategic Finance Training & Team Build
- Services: Full Logistics, Sourcing & Contracting, Transportation, Room Block Management
- Final Budget: $85,000
“Hi Madison, Christian and Betsy,
I just wanted to take a moment to thank you for all your support for our recent DCN Global offsite whether it was budget, hotel, website, or venue related. Your timely responses, clear communication, and proactive approach made a big difference throughout the planning as well as execution phases.
I especially appreciated how each of you kept me informed every step of the way, offered thoughtful solutions when challenges came up, and took the time to explain current company policies clearly. The planning and sync-up calls organized were incredibly helpful in keeping everything on track.
Your attention to detail and partnership were truly appreciated — thank you again for helping to make everything run so smoothly and helping us deliver a fantastic event.
The DCN team is truly grateful. Look forward to working with each of you again.”
Monique Rossman (EO)
Executive Assistant to: Lukas Krattiger, Fellow/CTO, Data Center Networking
- Event: Team-Building and Department Social
- Services: Full Logistics, Sourcing, Housing Management, & Registration Management
- Final Budget: $106,000
Grand Events of Florida Client Testimonials
“Always a pleasure. Thanks for helping Team Tampa Bay elevate our game with these major events.”
-Claire Lessinger, Director of Special Events at Tampa Bay Sports Commission
Event: National Hockey League’s All Star Week 2018 in Tampa, Florida
Budget: $350,000
“It was an absolute pleasure working with you and your team! Our overall experience was a 5 out of 5 for sure and we would absolutely recommend you to others as well as use you again in the area. Hope to work together again.”
- Callie Erickson, Account Director at Wellington
Event: Corporate Meeting at Steinbrenner Field, Tampa Yankee Stadium
Budget: $60,000
“Madison – As I mentioned, I was very impressed with your planning and execution of the party. Carlos and I did have a specific vision for the event, and you saw that and made it happen. We wanted elegant, but fun. The balloons and napkins were personal and did help people find us. The flowers were just the right color and added such a nice touch. I really appreciated your work to get the TV setup and video to play. Thank you so much. We will work together again.”
- Nancy Dalence
Event: Carlo’s 60th Birthday at Bulla Rooftop in Tampa, Florida
Budget: $7,000
“Everything looked terrific on Saturday. The event was so fun, and everyone loved the additions from Grand Events. It has been great working with you. Thanks so much!”
- Deena Cimino Agliano, Administrative Director at CEO Council of Tampa Bay
Event: Night at the Museum Fall Social Party
Budget: $18,000