Event Planning & Coordination

Leading Edge offers full production and promotions for any type of special event. Christy can be involved as much or as little as needed to ensure all aspects of event coordination are handled such as:

• Event management, securing venue, permitting, general operations, logistics, talent buying, artist relations
• Marketing, promotions, advertising, print/web design, PR, merchandising and production
• Coordination and communications with musicians, presenters, sponsors, vendors, volunteers, media and attendees
• Staff & volunteer recruitment, scheduling, planning, contracts, registration, hospitality, and day-of execution

Music Festival Production

Christy Grace is the Founder, Producer and Director of Resonate Music, Art & Yoga Festival. She also produced Serenity Festival, Sangha Yoga Festival, and co-producing Bluegrass Festival, Sunfire Festival, Unison Fest and many more! She’s also been on staff for dozens of music festivals in Colorado, New Mexico, Arizona, Utah and California.

Starseed Kid’s Camp is also one of Christy’s personal projects, as she has created and hosted several eco-minded week-long summer camps for kids.

Christy can help you coordinate your next conference, festival, wedding, fundraiser, concert, race, or any type of special event. Together, we will develop a compelling concept and plan that will dazzle your guests, and exceed your expectations.

WEDDINGS & PARTIES!

Christy has coordinated and hosted numerous events and celebrations at various venues. She can organize all details relating to event planning including website, registration, vendor & venue coordination, catering, room set-up, decor, agenda, activities and guest relations.

What is the secret to creating a successful event?  Personable service, integrity, efficiency, resourcefulness are all key to success with event production. It is all about the feeling someone has when they attend your special event. Was it entertaining, educational or worth their time and money? What unexpected delights did they walk away with? It’s the little things and special details that make all the difference.

Whether it is a private or public event, Christy will help create a magical and memorable experience for you and your guests. Contact Christy to discuss your ideas.

CONFERENCES

In addition to being on staff for dozens of large conferences, Christy produced two of her own Green Living Conferences at the Phoenix Zoo Pavilion. Over 500 attendees came to hear well-known authors and speakers present valuable information on permaculture and sustainable living. Dozens of eco-minded vendors and organizations supported the sold-out events, which also included a fully catered lunch by a local vegan restaurant.

WOMEN’S EVENTS

Christy has produced several retreats each year since 2003, as well as larger events for hundreds of women at a time. In 2007, she held a day-long women’s conference in Phoenix, AZ, which was a highly successful sold out event! Dozens of vendors and speakers entertained and inspired 180 women at this unique event focused on women’s empowerment.

Christy enjoys creating opportunities and specialized programs to empower others – especially women and youth – to recognize their gifts, talents and abilities, and to share with their community.

COMPETITIVE RACING EVENTS

Christy was the Event Coordinator and Marketing Director for the Rocky Mountain Endurance Mountain Bike Race Series, organizing all aspects of these high-energy weekend events. From permitting, staffing, sponsorship, course mapping and logistics – to graphic design, media, marketing, ad placement and promotions, Christy can manage it all!

She designed the event logos, custom apparel and all advertisements for print and web – always negotiating the best deals and industry trade to get the best bang for your advertising buck!

Christy also produced the inaugural Malt Monster 5K RUN for Fort Collins Brewery, which was a huge success and gained a tremendous amount of media attention within the community. Runners were encouraged to dress up in costumes and received a sports backpack, drink tickets and enjoyed post-race shenanigans at the brewery with Halloween inspired games and activities.