As the Founder and Executive Director of the renowned Charleston Wine + Food Festival, I've orchestrated culinary celebrations that have put Charleston on the global gastronomy map. My expertise extends beyond food and wine, as demonstrated by founding and producing BevCon in both Charleston and Los Angeles—events that became cornerstones in the beverage industry.
These experiences have honed my skills in every aspect of event planning, from conceptualization to execution. Whether you're dreaming of an intimate gathering or a large-scale festival, I'm here to guide you through the process, ensuring your event not only meets but exceeds expectations. Let's work together to create experiences that leave a lasting impression and elevate your brand.
Ready to bring your event or community vision to life?
Fast forward to serving on the Host Committee for World Cup Soccer in Orlando in 1994, and boom – my career in events took off. Since then, I've been fortunate enough to create some seriously cool "firsts" and build world-class projects from the ground up.
Now? I'm all about helping you do the same. Let's team up and build the community of your dreams! Trust me, with your vision and my know-how, we'll create something truly unforgettable.
Ready to make some magic happen?
Event Fulfillment:
Partnership development
organization + logistics planning
event creation:
creative concepts and event or community development
event promotion:
marketing, branding + social media
Inspired by the enthusiastic interest from a few of Charleston's top chefs and restauranteurs, Angel assembled a team of the city's culinary elite to craft and oversee what has evolved into one of the nation's most celebrated food and wine festivals.
Recognizing a void in the national and international spotlight for artisanal beverages, Angel founded BevCon, a conference that quickly gained a reputation as one of the industry's most celebrated events. To this day, professionals eagerly anticipate its return, a testament to its enduring popularity.
The coolest, most challenging, and once-in-a-lifetime event Angel ever created and produced took place at Ft. Sumter National Monument. The dinner, which hosted 80 guests and featured James Beard award-winning chefs, required everything and everyone to be brought in by boat, with limited power and amenities available. It was an incredible experience. However, after its conclusion, the National Park Service made the decision to not allow similar events to happen again due to the overwhelming influx of requests they received after word spread about it.