we're here to ease the stress and help ensure your event comes together as smoothly as possible
Planning a corporate or nonprofit event doesn't have to feel overwhelming. The Gala Co. helps you create organized, well-executed events with thoughtful planning, trusted vendor coordination, and calm support from start to finish.
With 15+ years of experience in corporate and nonprofit events, we help you manage the details, protect the budget, and create an experience that feels seamless for both hosts and guests.
maybe you're worried that …
you won’t have the time to plan
You may be short on time, unsure where to start, or simply too busy to manage every moving part. We step in to bring structure to the process, guide the next steps, and keep your event moving forward with confidence.
you don't know where to begin
Planning an event can feel overwhelming when you’re making important decisions without a clear roadmap. We help you organize the process, clarify priorities, and move forward with a plan that feels manageable and strategic.
you'll go over budget
We help you make thoughtful decisions early, communicate clearly with vendors, and stay aligned with the budget you’re comfortable with. Our goal is to help your event come together beautifully without unnecessary financial stress.
Ready to leave overwhelm and stress behind?
personalize your planning experience
Our goal is to be your planning partner from the early stages through execution, helping you stay organized, make informed decisions, and enjoy the process along the way.
We bring thoughtful planning, trusted vendor coordination, and a steady hand to every event so you can feel confident in each next step.
Whether you need full planning support or help pulling the final pieces together, we tailor our services to your event’s scope, timeline, and priorities. We can support virtual, hybrid, and in-person events.
Are you ready?
NORTHSTAR EXPERIENCE | starting at $6,500*
Best for:
- Clients starting from the ground up
- Teams that want expert guidance on venues, vendors, logistics, and guest experience
- Events that require a strong planning partner from concept to completion
Includes:
- A planning portal with timelines, to-do lists, budget guidance, and guest management tools
- Regular check-ins throughout the planning process, with increased support as the event approaches
- Venue research and site visits
- Vendor research and recommendations across needed categories
- RSVP tracking and follow-up
- Hotel room block coordination
- Transportation coordination, when needed
- Event-day timeline and run-of-show management
*Each package is tailored to your event's scope, timeline, and priorities, with support customized to what you need most.*
COMPASS COORDINATION | starting at $3,500*
Best for:
- Clients who have already booked a few vendors
- Teams that need support with logistics, planning structure, and final coordination
- Events that are already underway but need an experienced planner to bring everything together
Includes:
- A planning portal with key tools, timelines, and checklists
- Biweekly planning calls for ongoing support and decision-making
- Additional check-ins in the final six weeks before the event
- Guidance on filling vendor gaps and strengthening your event team
*Each package is tailored to your event's scope, timeline, and priorities, with support customized to what you need most.*
examples of events:
Nonprofit events
- Galas
- Conferences
- Meetings, small or large
- Festivals
- Golf outings
Corporate events
- Conferences
- Meetings
- Golf outings
- Galas
- Holiday parties
Looking for wedding planning services?
Check out our sister company, The Aisle Agency.
ADDITIONAL SERVICES
- Volunteer management
- Guest list management
- Curated gifting and swag for guests and VIPs (check out our sister company, Poppy Gift Co.)
- And so much more!
For clients who want a relaxed planning process, a unique eye for design, and an elevated guest experience, The Gala Co. is here to help bring everything together seamlessly.
what people say
kind words
For the past several years, I've worked with Elise Luddy by providing speakers for a major event she's been heavily involved in the planning and production of. Elise is savvy, smart, a delight to work with, and always on top of things, all while creating a memorable experience for the attendees. I highly recommend utilizing Elise for planning any event, be it an intimate affair or a massive gathering.
Nancy Vogl
Elise goes to great lengths for her clients and I was so grateful to be one at the Ann Arbor Summer Festival. At the time, my company's conference deliberately coincided with the festival so attendees could experience this great downtown event. Unfortunately, when I contacted her to book the tent they had historically rented, it was already sold. Since our CEO was adamant about having this premiere location; it left me in a terrible predicament. I explained this to Elise and she assured me she would find a solution. Elise worked to relocate another scheduled event so we could have the ideal location. It was fantastic and I so appreciated her efforts.
Jaclyn Lebert,CTSM,CTA
Elise is truly a "Jill of all trades", able to handle any situation with enthusiasm and a smile. During our time together at the Ann Arbor Summer Festival, she organized a high profile fundraising dinner, diligently researched films (and licensing) for Top of the Park, deftly managed credentials for all festival employees, and stepped up to assist wherever and whenever she was needed. I would happily endorse Elise to anyone!