About Us
Throughout history the muses were the personification of knowledge, and the arts. Our clients can count on muse as the personification of experience and creative solutions.
Muse started as a haven for quality work, aligning the objectives and strategic momentum all the way down the process. Started as a small group of industry professionals, we know the issues and needs of the client. With over 35 years of experience providing event planning and conference management services, national and internationally and have extremely satisfying records in meeting the needs of our clients. We utilize our strategic partner relations allowing us to provide the necessary resources, manpower and equipment.
Helping to build the correct strategy and momentum for our clients. Our objective is to seek the larger meaning and strategic outcome of the program and built downstream from that. Thus being able to seek true return on investment on the program.
We engage the inspiration process, we have in depth dialogue that absorbs your event needs, regardless size, target or location, to insure that your message is effectively delivered.
Who is Muse
While Muse is based in Utah, we work both, national and internationally. What makes us unique is that our event planning services are comprehensive, as we work with our clients from event design to program delivery and beyond. Our services are in-house, partnering with approved vendors for international meetings.
Will Davies / Managing Director
Will worked for over 20 years as production manager and as a tour manager. Will then brought that experience in corporate events. Before coming to Muse, Will worked for 6 years with MonaVie, a direct selling company that has been recognized by Inc. 500 Magazine as No. 1 Company in Food & Beverage category.
“Solutions are readily available and can be maximized. I want to be a part of that solution for you and your company, as we aren’t just a vendor, but a long term partner.”
Derek Christensen / Event Sales Director
Derek brings vast experience as a certified mediator, professional speaker, former GM in Australia, and of course his passion for events over the past 15 years. This previous experience blended with his peer described trait as a "servant leader" help Derek build lasting relationships and create events that truly make a difference.
Heather Archuleta / Meeting Planner
Heather has over 20 years of comprehensive event planning experience and continues to grow with her leadership, passion, creativity, integrity, kindness and inspiration. She brings value to her clients by overseeing the entire event process from conception through close out and excels at managing risks and finding creating solutions that deliver quality at an affordable cost. Throughout the years, Heather has established connections with an extensive network of trusted professionals to customize the best team for each event. Her experience includes managing events of all sizes from corporate meetings, conventions and incentive trips, contracts, contract negotiating, décor, transportation, team building , selecting the venue, menus and entertainment.. With her adaptability and calmness, Heather has a unique skill in bringing the teams together to create a seamlessly collaborative environment.
Kay Hansen / Meeting Planner
With extensive knowledge and experience with design and drafting Kay is an important addition to the team. She came to us from MonaVie where she worked since 2009 as Event Manager. Her professional experience in the industry allows her to possess excellent contract negotiation and strong communication skills, approaching them with a client-first mentality. Kay is passionate about the event industry and strives to provide each of our clients with a customized and unique experience.
Karen Barney / Meeting Planner
Karen works to effectively plan and implement the client’s vision and message through all aspects of meetings and events. She enjoys working closely with clients and vendors to design and manage various types of meetings and events.
Nancy Wood / Meeting Planner
Nancy is very nice.
Eric Munoz / Production Event Planner
He is a great guy, but hasnt filled out his bio.
eric@museem.com
Hailey Capili / Meeting Planner
With many years of experience and gaining knowledge in rebuilding or revamping recognition and incentive programs, starting her events career in 2007, Hailey is passionate about events and enjoys working with clients and vendors connecting with every person and the reward that comes along with recognizing those for a job well done. With great attention to detail, and strong communication Hailey is eager to continue to grow and learn in the industry.
Pam Coombs / Stage Manager / Accounts Payable
Pam comes to us from the United Kingdom, with background in finance and touring experience she is the perfect blend of direct talk and politeness.
Services
Event Strategy & Marketing:
- Overall Event Strategy Implementation
- Including pre & post event meeting strategy
- Marketing campaign targeting possible attendees
- Create schedule/Project timeline
- Theme Creation
- Venue layout
- Pre-registration site management and registration boots onsite
- Signage and venue branding
Venue Contracting:
- Determine venue requirements
- Evaluate pricing, quality and service-level
- Ensure best cost-benefit on selected venue, vendors and services
- Assess and control room blocks
- Venue setup and banquets coordination
- Contract temporary staff as needed
Audio Visual Production Management:
- Stage Management, Show Calling, Minute by Minute creation/execution
- Define creative/Design requirements
- RFP creation
- Style Guide/Branding
- Design requirements
- Search & evaluation / product company selection
- Room layout drawings / renderings
- AV Supervision, including production, local labor, set-up, and take-down
VIP services & Destination Coordination:
- Priority air travel booking
- Local ground transportation arrangements
- Expedited hotel registration
- In Room and/or onsite Amenities (Company branded)
- VIP Lounge / Green Room hostess
Onsite Decor:
- Design of green room / speaker ready room / lounge
- Search & evaluation / product company selection
- Room layout drawings / renderings
- AV Supervision, including production, local labor, set-up, and take-down
Incentive & Reward Trips:
- Global execution and expertise providing the best experience at any destination
- Inside knowledge of recognition promotions
- Multi country coordination assuring global standards
Talent Management:
- Keynotes speakers
- Large concerts / Festivals
- Small party night bands/entertainment
- Entertainment services, including talent buying,
- Show management and music license (ASCAP & BMI)
Clients
Some of our past and present clients:
Blake Schroeder
C.E.O. of Kannaway
Jeff Pincock
Sr Director LifeVantage Europe Sales and Events
Josh McKell
General Manager of North America Synergy Worldwide
Elisa Garn
President of Utah SHRM
Sara Osborne
Director of External Affairs Seattle Division, Safeway/Albertson