Esprit Awards
The ILEA Esprit® Awards program is a globally recognized awards competition that honors the exceptional professional achievements of individuals and organizations from across the ILEA membership, representing all facets of the event. For over 20 years, the ILEA Esprit® Awards program has been one of the most dynamic multi-disciplinary events industry awards programs, attracting an exceptional range, depth, and quality of entries.
The Esprit Awards program is guided by the International ILEA Esprit® Awards Committee to ensure the current awards reflect the ever-evolving events industry and represents the talented individuals who provide the services. Each year, ILEA leaders fine-tune the program to reflect the most relevant advancements in the creative events industry.
2022 ILEA-MSP ESPRIT AWARD WINNERS
Best Public Event
Unveiled - The Ultimate Wedding Planning Event
Matthew Trettel, The Wedding Guys
Best Event Design/Décor (Over $75,000 USD)
Curtain Call Ball
Ryan Hanson, CSEP, BeEvents
Katie Nelsen, CFRE, Children's Theatre Company
2021 ILEA-MSP ESPRIT AWARD WINNERS
Best Corporate Event (Over $100,000 USD)
Surescripts Winter Gala
Hana Chunghtai, Hana April Inc.
Best Entertainment Production (Under $25,000 USD)
Illuminated
Justen Pohl, Enticing Entertainment
Best Public Event Entry
UNVEILED - The Ultimate Wedding Planning Event
The Wedding Guys
Best ILEA Team Effort (Over $150,000 USD)
Home Sweet Home
Gretchen Culver, Rocket Science Events
Après Party and Tent Rental
Elizabeth Partyka, Avant Décor
Josh Reitan, AV For You
Carly Van Veldhuizen, Girl Friday
Michelle Smith, Rudy's Event Rentals