
MEET THE EVENT ARCHITECT &
ceo


LACHELLE J. HARRISON is a trailblazer, visionary, and philanthropist with a fun personality, keen eye for aesthetics, and fierce “can-do” attitude. Her impact resonates throughout the event/tourism industry and caused local and national event organizations to recognize her as a fearless leader. Born and raised in Washington DC, Lachelle tenaciously walks in her passion and inspires others to believe in their dreams.
Lachelle followed her dream and courageously changed careers to become an event professional. Throughout her profession, she served in many capacities, from venue management, event operations, project management, general service contracting, and virtual/hybrid productions. Lachelle's tackled over 500 nationwide projects, from small to large high-profile and complex meetings, conferences, tradeshows conventions, festivals, brand activations to special event productions.
Her diverse skillset fostered many partnerships and accolades from the International Association of Venue Managers (IAVM), the Event Services Professional Association (ESPA), Successful Meetings Magazine, Events DC, Hargrove/Encore, and many more. Recently, during the beginning of the pandemic, Lachelle oversaw processes and led production for multiple COVID-19 testing centers during the 2020 Democratic National Convention in Milwaukee.
Changing careers and staying true to what she loves to do, Lachelle catapulted her career to new heights and business ownership. Not only is she passionate about events and education, she cares about the success of her community. With her altruistic spirit, Lachelle always finds time for service. Her philosophy is about Inspiring and cultivating others to become the best versions of themselves.



EVENTS
Lachelle’s diverse skill set afforded many partnerships and opportunities. Within six years, she managed over 450 nationwide, small to large high-profile and complex meetings, conferences, tradeshows conventions, experiential marketing events, and special events for Gold & Pink Ink, Events DC and Hargrove. Some notable events throughout her career:

Presidential Inaugural Balls
2020 Democratic Convention (DNC)
Events DC’s Entertainment & Sport Arena Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
National Museum of African America History & Culture Grand Opening (NMAAHC)
International Monetary Fund Meetings (IMF)
Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes – Norton Job Fairs
DC Mayor Muriel Bowser Maternal & Infant Health Summit
American Civil Liberties Union Conference (ACLU)
Mass Mutual Leadership Conference
Congressional Black Caucus Foundation Annual Legislative Conference (CBCF)
American Israel Public Affairs Committee Policy Conference (AIPAC)
Human Rights Campaign Dinner (HRC)
NBC 4 Health & Fitness Expo
Stay Solid Mental Health Youth Events
Puma Fitness Tour
Michelob Ultra Summer Tour
Sephora House of Beauty
The University of the District of Columbia Commencement (UDC)
H Street Festival
H Street Art All Night




EDUCATION:
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University of the District of Columbia, MPA: Concentration in Public Management 2012
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University of Maryland Eastern Shore, BA: Concentration in English 2006
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International Association Venue Managers (IAVM), Venue Management Certificate 2018
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George Washington University, Event Management Certificate 2016
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Event Leadership Institute, Event Fundamentals Certificate 2016
RECOGNITION:
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Hargrove’s Women in Business Recognition, 2020
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Events Services Professional Association (ESPA), Convention Service Manager of the Year, 2018
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Successful Meetings Magazine Recognition, 2018
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Events DC Convention Management High Performer, 2018
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Events DC Employee of the Year, 2018
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Events DC Employee of the Month, 2017
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Events DC Teamwork of the Year, 2017
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International Association of Venue Managers (IAVM), Student Representative 2017
CERTIFICATIONS:
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Certified Meeting Professional (CMP) Designee 2017
VOLUNTEERISM:
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Stay Solid Mental Health Board Member
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Safeway Feast of Sharing Advocate
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Karaoke 4 A Cause Member
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Homeless Children Playtime Project
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Hashtag Lunch Bag DC
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DC Central Kitchen
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Central Union Mission
MEDIA FEATURES:
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Events DC Press Release
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ESPA Press Release
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Successful Meetings Magazine
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Fox 5 – H Street Festival Highlight
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University of the District of Columbia Highlight
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University of Maryland Eastern Shore Highlight