50+ Years Of Combined Experience

Our creative team is the best in the area. We have over 50 years of combined experience. Our experts know the area and know the best ways to showcase all it has to offer to your group.

Events & Logistics, Inc. is recognized for innovative and imaginative thinking, strategic planning and record-breaking performance. We also understand that budgetary concerns are as vital to the overall event as the performance of the team. Therefore we have researched the ways to tightly control the operations of programs and events while still keeping the integrity and exceptional service in tact.

At Events & Logistics we excel in full service production and destination management. Events & Logistics offers a wealth of area and industry expertise, vendor contacts, creativity and resources that enables us to produce only the highest quality services.

We create exquisite events for corporate and social events, conferences and conventions. Our team is comprised of well-versed, full-time employees and many highly experienced freelance specialists that are transportation, decor and production experts.

Events & Logistics, Inc. welcomes the opportunity to put our expertise to work for you. We are a team of partners who devote the time to listen to our clients, to come up with solutions and deliver solid results.

Our strengths

Knowledge of the Marketplace
Extensive Vendor Repertoire
Building Key Strategic Partnerships
Creative / Artistic / Imaginative
Strategic Planning and Organizing

Problem-solving
Client Support
Budgeting / Compliance
Problem-solving
Detail-oriented

Karen McKenna
Founder

Karen founded Events & Logistics in 2008. After an extensive career in the DMC/Hospitality business, she saw a need for a “different model” in the world of DMC’s. Her experience includes PGI/Kuoni for 9 years as Operations Manager & Senior Account Manager. Karen co-founded GEP South Florida and functioned as President & CEO for 3 years. Events & Logistics was founded in 2008 with Karen McKenna as the sole owner & proprietor since inception.

Alvin Young
Director of Sales

Alvin brings over 20 years of experience to the Events & Logistics team, including USA Hosts & GEP South Florida. His accomplishments include Presidential Inaugurals, World Cup & Super Bowl. Alvin is an expert in Transportation within our industry.

Testimonials

“It is always a joy to work with Events & Logistics, Inc. It is so refreshing to work with a company with professionalism, grace, and of course, a sense of humor!! They have such a fabulous staff, and such a wonderful relationship with their vendors. Their incredible attention to detail, and their constant communication and follow up throughout the planning process as well as on-site is the reason I come back year after year.”

Stacy Gaskins, CEO

National Council of Real Estate Investors Fiduciaries

“As the Advertising Manager for Exxon Mobil Fuels Marketing, I worked with Karen McKenna on several projects. Karen and her talented production team including Kristina Gafanha assisted us with production, staging and branding for our meetings. They exemplified multi-facetted talents by creating fresh and innovative ideas. They were there every step of the way to ensure that everything ran like clock work and each conference was a success. Their reputation with the local suppliers was outstanding. We had great comfort in the knowledge that we were in good hands.”

Carlos Robles, Managing Partner BEYOND Total Branding

Beyond Hispanic Communications Group

“DIageo is in the world’s premium drinks business. We have worked with Karen McKenna and her fine team of professionals with our promotions and events. One our programs at the Gaylord Palms in Orlando they not only executed a solid general session but put together a memorable event. From the pre-planning to the execution every detail was flawless.They portrayed seamless coordination with creativity and style. The overall effect was incredible and raised the bar for all other events. I would recommend Karen McKenna for her unparalleled level of service and look forward to working with her in the future.”

Frank Mendez, Events Manager

DIAGEO

“Karen McKenna and her team to assisted me with the broadcast for the CART Awards Banquet that was broadcast by ESPN on a continual basis. She and her Producer, along with a myriad of other talented staff coordinated a seamless event with a refreshing and dedicated approach. Her creativity, professionalism and constant ownership of the budget perimeters are all part of the key element of the success we continue to achieve with her team. At one point, when all the other aspects of the race was taking up every spare second of my time, I thought how great it was not to worry or even think about the Awards Banquet. I knew it was 100% under control, and in the most capable hands possible. It’s a blessing to find a team to trust with an event that had massive reputation implications for my company and myself.”

Chuck Martinez, President

Aldelfi Group

“Karen McKenna, is one of the most detailed, gracious, knowledgeable and honest oriented meeting planners I have ever worked with in Miami Beach since my (7) years of returning to Florida. I would like to express deep appreciation for the excellent service, patience, follow through and utmost respect that Ms. McKenna had for our property/venue in collaborating with The City of Miami Beach’s Special Events process. She made a point to stay within our Concession Agreement Guidelines. Karen is absolutely wonderful to work with and I cannot say enough about the level of service and passion she provides for all her clients and the vendors she uses as well.”

Director of Catering & Special Events

Nikki Beach Restaurant & Bar/Club Nikki

“I had the distinct pleasure of working with Alvin Young and the Events & Logistics team during my company’s Elite Americas East Conference in Miami Beach. Alvin was an invaluable partner, creating a truly unique event that wowed our attendees and staff. From décor to off-site activities, to sourcing the best vendors, and ensuring every detail was perfect, Alvin & the Events & Logistics team was the perfect DMC for this conference.I recommend Events & Logistics as the best of the best DMC in South Florida. Attention to detail is their specialty, and knowing everything was taken care of gave me peace of mind prior to and during my event. Events & Logistics successfully created a once and a lifetime experience for all conference attendees and staff. I look forward to contacting Alvin and the Events & Logistics team for future DMC assistance.

Lacey was also a star Events & Logistics team member who ensured the smooth flow of our event on-site. Lacey’s demeanor was ideal as she was the perfect link between vendors, attendees, and staff. She anticipated our participant’s needs and many attendees (and our own staff) asked if she was a new employee, as Lacey fit into our group so effortlessly.”

Leah Winstead, Event Specialist & Marketing Coordinator

APEX Analytix, Inc.

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