Design, Logistics
Non-traditional centerpieces have a lot of added value for events that involve themes, networking, fundraising, or ones that just need a general refresh. However, while there is added value, there are also added logistical considerations. 1. Cost The price estimate for floral centerpieces can make non-floral centerpieces seem like the cheaper option, this is not ... Read more
Logistics
What Are Non-Cash Rewards? Rewards for employees exist in all forms. Whether it’s a gift card, tickets to a concert, or a corporate incentive trip, these non-cash items are alternative ways of rewarding employees for achieving a certain goal. Non-cash rewards are not always free, but can allow the company to make better use of ... Read more
Entertainment, Logistics
Regardless of if an event has an alternate intended purpose, any gathering of a group of people can present the opportunity for them to network. Why is Networking Important? Despite its sometimes dreadful connotation, the working world is fueled by networking. Personal connections can lead to meaningful business and career opportunities. Additionally, attendees like to ... Read more
Event Marketing, Logistics
A grand opening isn’t just an event – it’s a marketing tool. Timeless traditions include giant scissors, red ribbon, and a guest list full of photographers and journalists. In order to receive the best coverage of your ribbon cutting, and ultimately the best ROI, you’ll need the media’s help. Despite what it seems like, giant scissors don’t ... Read more
Logistics
. As event planners, our focus is centered around the event attendees. What they will eat, what music they will hear, how they will arrive, how they will exit. Millions of scenarios go through our head as we run through the event from an attendee perspective, finding and filling any logistical holes. From weather to ... Read more
Logistics
Buyer Beware: Be sure to find a real corporate event planner You’re hosting a corporate event and just realized you need help. Whether it’s a board meeting, large sales conference, golf outing, upscale fundraising gala, employee recognition party, grand opening or product launch, how do you confidently choose an event planner that will ensure it’s ... Read more
Logistics
Attending an annual corporate event is standard practice for many professionals. Year after year, the experience becomes familiar and predictable, taking place at the same time each year, in the same venue, with the same sponsors, content, and presenters. BORING! But it doesn’t have to be this way. With a little innovation, great planning, and ... Read more
Logistics
Planning A Hotel Event Hotels can be wonderful places to hold an event. Many are designed to meet every conceivable guest’s need, and come with a bevy of resources and staff. However, as with any venue, a hotel event requires thorough planning with an eye on costs. Knowing what to look for before you sign ... Read more
Logistics
You’ve done all of the in-advance work, planned your corporate or non-profit event down to the minute, gotten everyone seated, and dimmed the lights. It’s time for the speeches to begin. What’s the worst that could happen? How about a seemingly never-ending cavalcade of VIPs, honorees and speakers, all taking too long to say what ... Read more
Logistics
Planning a fundraising event, but stuck trying to figure out how to make it not stodgy/same-old/just-plain-boring? We have some proven tips for you to meet the challenge! Try these ideas and watch your attendance grow and your audience open their hearts to your cause – and their wallets: Make the “ask” early, make it once, ... Read more
TCG Events, Inc.
P.O. Box 32751
Charlotte, NC 28232
(704) 376-1943
email@tcgevents.com
TCG Events is a trusted partner in the planning, design, and execution of events that demand lasting impact.
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Time-lapse video: Setting up the big dinner tent.
If you are wondering about the green patch - flooring a NFL football field isn't cheap, and this area couldn't be seen by guests so we opted to save the money and not floor it.
Events like these demand a quick turnaround and a coordinated vendor arrangement:
The floor goes down on Monday,
Tuesday, one tent goes up,
On Wednesday, the second tent goes up and the carpet goes down.
Thursday, the tech gets installed.
Friday, all the rentals/decor are set.
Detailing and rehearsals/sound check on Saturday.
Event Saturday night. It all is gone by 6pm Sunday night.
With over two decades of experience, Cassie is a recognized authority who has expertly guided numerous high-profile events for Fortune 500 companies, professional sports teams, and influential national associations. Her passion lies in truly understanding each client’s unique vision and thoughtfully translating it into memorable, impactful experiences, always with the utmost care and a keen eye for the smallest (and most important) details.
Cassie’s strategic expertise is grounded in a strong academic foundation, including a bachelor’s degree in hotel, restaurant, and tourism administration from the University of South Carolina, and a master’s degree in tourism administration and event management from The George Washington University.
Cassie joined TCG Events in 2002 as a Project Manager, where her impact was immediate; she played a pivotal role in the firm’s national growth, earning her appointment as Director of Events in 2006, and in 2011, her dedication and vision culminated in the acquisition of TCG Events, where she now serves as President and CEO.
Under Cassie’s thoughtful leadership, TCG Events has earned numerous industry awards, a testament to the team’s innovative spirit, meticulous planning, and unwavering commitment to exceeding client expectations. Known for her ability to navigate complex logistics and develop robust contingency plans (because life happens), Cassie ensures seamless event productions that leave a lasting positive impression. She has also shared her expertise as an adjunct professor at Johnson & Wales University and Central Piedmont Community College, inspiring the next generation of event innovators.
Beyond her professional pursuits, Cassie remains deeply engaged in her community, serving as a Board Member and Board Chair for the McColl Center for Art + Innovation and Clayworks, championing the power of arts and culture while remaining deeply committed to her clients.
