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Franny Starkey

Denver Event Planners & Entertainment Booking » Starkey Productions — Fri, 09 Mar 2012 20:28:09 +0000

Michelle Obama (above, right) working with Franny Starkey (above, left).

Franny Starkey left the White House as Senior Advisor & Director of Scheduling & Advance for First Lady Michelle Obama in 2011 to open Starkey Planning & Meetings and provide her vast knowledge, experience and connections for private clients across the country and abroad. Starkey Planning & Meetings specializes in large-scale events and strategic planning from convention & large meeting planning; scheduling & event consulting; tour & advance production; and creative event & message concepts.

In her capacity at the White House, Starkey designed and implemented trips by the First Lady to more than 20 states and a dozen countries overseeing everything from event design and execution; message look and delivery; transportation & security logistics; and political outreach. Starkey oversaw the launch of the First Lady’s three signature platforms – Let’s Move!; Joining Forces; and her international agenda focused on youth empowerment and community engagement abroad launched in Haiti and Mexico and later in her groundbreaking trip to Africa in June 2011. Additionally, during her tenure at the WH Starkey oversaw all of the First Lady’s international hosting obligations planning spousal programs in Pittsburgh for the 2009 G-20 and in New York City for the 2010 United Nations General Assembly.

Prior to her work at the White House, Franny designed and implemented various events and schedules for numerous political campaigns. Additionally, in 2008, she served as the Director of the Colorado Convention Center, headquarters for the 2008 Democratic National Convention in her hometown of Denver, Colorado, where she managed more than 50,000 square feet of meeting space, more than 100 events, and the overall logistics, security and transportation needs for the facility during the convention.

Concerts at the Crescent 2012

Denver Event Planners & Entertainment Booking » Starkey Productions — Wed, 22 Feb 2012 14:37:12 +0000

It just wouldn’t be summer without the annual FREE Concerts at the Crescent series!

Location:

Concerts at the Crescent Amphiteatheatre
East Belleview Avenue & DTC Blvd.
Englewood, CO 80111

In its 16th year, this series is presented by the Goldsmith Metropolitan District for the enjoyment of the surrounding community. The 2012 series will kick-off on June 5th with Boom Boom Pow and will conclude with Soul X on July 31st.

Concerts at the Crescent is a series of FREE concerts that take place on Tuesday evenings beginning June 5th and going through July 31st. Concerts – starting at 7:00 p.m. and ending around 8:30 p.m. – will take place at the Crescent Amphitheater located at DTC Boulevard and Belleview Avenue (just east of Yia Yia’s Euro Café).

All concerts are open to the public and suitable for all ages. Free parking is available in surface lots of office buildings surrounding Crescent Amphitheater. Event staff will be directing patrons to concert parking.

Bring your friends, family and a picnic dinner and enjoy 9 exciting nights of fun and entertainment. Please plan to leave your pets at home.

LINEUP:

TUESDAY, JUNE 5, 2012 - BOOM BOOM POW - 7:00 to 8:30 PM

TUESDAY, JUNE 12, 2012 - OPIE GONE BAD - 7:00 to 8:30 PM

TUESDAY, JUNE 19, 2012 - MCRAE BAND - 7:00 to 8:30 PM

TUESDAY, JUNE 26, 2012 - BOOGIELICIOUS - 7:00 to 8:30 PM

TUESDAY, JULY 3, 2012 - FOREVER IN BLUE JEANS - 7:00 to 8:30 PM

TUESDAY, JULY 10, 2012 - JILL CARR & THE FUNKOLOGY - 7:00 to 8:30 PM

TUESDAY, JULY 17, 2012 - BOOGIE MACHINE - 7:00 to 8:30 PM

TUESDAY, JULY 24, 2012 - THE CHAMPIONS - 7:00 to 8:30 PM

TUESDAY, JULY 31, 2012 - SOUL X - 7:00 to 8:30 PM

RAIN DATES: TUESDAY, AUGUST 7 AND 14, 2012

Concerts at the Crescent is produced by Kelli Kindel Events, Inc. with entertainment produced by Starkey Productions. For band booking information please contact Starkey Productions by clicking here.

Concerts are subject to rescheduling in the event of rain. Rain dates are August 7th and August 14th. For updated information regarding cancellation due to weather, please call 303-750-6111.

Team Building Events

Starkey Productions » Starkey Productions — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 00:16:26 +0000

This past week we had three teambuilding events for small groups that were extremely successful.

The first event we produced was an Iron Chef challenge! All of the guests made a specialty pasta and had to produce a commercial based around that Pasta.

The next was a Chili Cook Off for 25 people. For this even, we incorporated western line dancing as part of our activities.

We also sent 32 people to a race way and strategized unique race courses for them to compete in.

We produced a line dancing challenge where we learned four different line dances from around the world and taught a globally diverse group all of the dances, while preaching, although we are different, we all can learn each other’s cultures through interactive activities.

No matter what, Starkey Productions can tailor any type of team building event to suit your company’s unique needs and character. Please contact us by clicking here to start speaking with one of our custom event producers!

Event Management

Starkey Productions » Starkey Productions — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 18:05:09 +0000

Do you need an event manager? If you’re planning a large-scale event, we understand how difficult managing the details can be. At Starkey Productions, we strive to remain at the top of the Event Management industry in order to help you achieve your event goals!

So, what is event management exactly? Managing an event is simply applying the project management process into the creation and development of festivals, events, conferences and meetings. Our event planners are the best in the business and dedicate themselves to ensuring the success of your event, whether it’s as big as the Olympics, or as small as a luncheon with a few key clients.

Click here to contact us and discuss you event management needs!

Live Wedding Bands

Starkey Productions » Starkey Productions — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 20:02:52 +0000

Having live music at your wedding can really make a statement. It’s one thing to have a string quartet play during your ceremony, which we offer and book regularly, but having a band that can really rock your reception takes your wedding to the next level!

Of course, when you book a band as opposed to a DJ, there are a couple of minor trade-offs. Bands can’t play absolutely any song, and they may need a 10 minute break or two throughout the night. What we recommend is booking both a band AND and DJ. Why not get the best of both worlds and REALLY make a statement at your wedding reception?

Starkey’s roster of DJs and live wedding bands are second to none. Over the past 15 years we have recruited, developed and produced the finest wedding entertainment options that Denver and the US have to offer. The time is now to start booking your wedding entertainment because we’re already booking events well into 2013!

Corporate Event Production Idea…

Starkey Productions » Starkey Productions — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 21:37:56 +0000

A lot of corporate events and meetings can be boring. Here at Starkey, we offer a multitude of unique products and services that can and will take your company’s event to the next level! One of our favorites is the Briefcase Drill Team. Check out the video below from and event for Hunter Douglas… talk about spicing up a corporate presentation! Contact a Starkey event producer now by clicking here to book your next act.

Drill Team Video from Gene Jone on Vimeo.

Ian Kleinman the Molecular Chef

Starkey Productions » Starkey Productions — Mon, 09 Jan 2012 18:23:23 +0000

Today we had our unique personal chef, Ian Kleinman, join us at the office to float some food and serve up some amazing molecular cuisine. Yes, I said “float food” and “molecular cuisine”. Ian’s cooking style is far more advanced and entertaining than most catering products. It’s a must have if you’re looking to add a wow factor to your event. Whether you’re hosting a team building event, corporate party, wedding, award show, or any other type of gathering, we strongly recommend booking Ian Kleinman.

This type of food entertainment must be seen to be understood, so check out this great video that the Denver Post did put together on Ian:

Brenna Thistle

Starkey Productions » Starkey Productions — Fri, 06 Jan 2012 22:31:41 +0000

Born in Florida and now in Denver, Brenna has over 15 years of dance and theatre experience which has made her more than suitable for her position at Starkey Productions. She has a B.A. in Theatre Arts from the University of Northern Colorado and is a part of a professional dance company in Denver. Brenna’s drive, organization, and passion for the industry are just a few reasons why she is going to be a great fit with Starkey Productions for years to come!

Packing our bags for China!

Starkey Productions » Starkey Productions — Tue, 03 Jan 2012 23:04:25 +0000

Starkey Productions performed our Deca Dance show in Cabo San Lucas over the New Year Break. Deca Dance is a 30 minute show that dances your guests through the best songs of the past 100 years. The client was so happy that we have now booked our first Asia trip in Shanghai, China in March 2012!

If you would like to book Deca Dance, contact us now by clicking here!

The little things…

Starkey Productions » Starkey Productions — Tue, 03 Jan 2012 22:39:00 +0000

Starkey Productions strives to remain at the pinnacle of the event production world by innovating, fostering creativity, and taking care of people. We realize that socially alert companies don’t have to be economic giants to make a gigantic impact. That is why we focus on the little things, both with our clients, as well as our vendors.

Just recently our SEO vendor was referred by us to another large client. Now he has more income to help his thriving young business grow even more. In turn, we trust that he will remain dedicated and loyal to our company – as he grows we grow. This is just one small example of how we conduct business.

We believe in the truth that doing good is good for business. The small things matter. What goes around comes around and we don’t mind getting the ball rolling!

Click here to contact us and see how we might be able to help each other out on future endeavors.