Our event services
Strategy
Whether you’re starting from scratch or need to mix things up with a legacy event, we'll analyze the data to see how a specific event, or series of events, can help you reach your fundraising and marketing goals.
Logistics
Having a smaller budget or staff doesn't mean you should have to cut corners when it comes to your event programs. Our years of experience and professional connections allow us to efficiently handle the prep work for you.
Management
Event day has arrived and it's time to shift the focus to your donors. We'll handle all of the back-of-the-house production details while you serve as host to your invited guests. We’re the first to arrive and the last to depart.
PERSONAL SERVICE
When you hire The Side Lobby, you get Sarah Cissna, CSEP. Every client receives Sarah's personal attention in addition to the support of our robust network of vendor partners and temporary event staff.
NON-PROFIT EXPERIENCE
Sarah has over 20 years experience with events and productions including 7 years on full-time staff at area arts organizations prior to starting TSL in 2013. She knows the obstacles you need to overcome and will be your ally and advocate while accomplishing your event goals.
LOCAL KNOWLEDGE
Sarah's a true local, born and raised in Fairfax before moving to Capitol Hill in 2002. She understands the Washington region: its culture, people, venues, and uniqueness.
My passion for productions began back in college in the world of theatre in the side lobby of Phi Beta Kappa Hall at the College of William & Mary. It was in that hall that I realized you can accomplish big goals, even without the staff and budget most think you need to make it happen.
That led me the world of event production with a specialty in the nonprofit and arts industries, where I spent more than 17 years proving my theory that a solid strategy, clear goal, and a ton of grit can make big things possible. (And you can do it all in a good pair of jeans and fun boots.)
No matter the size of your current staff, or lack thereof, The Side Lobby is your partner in creating and executing impactful events as part of your overall marketing strategy. I look forward to working with you!
– Sarah Cissna, CSEP
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