Events

EMERGE PALM SPRINGS - Thompson Palm Springs


When: 12/02/2024 - 12/04/2024
Where: 
Thompson Palm Springs
414 N Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs, CA 92262
Registration is Now Open! Members must sign in for member pricing!

We are partnering with Michelle Garibay Events and the Thompson Palm Springs for our first retreat-style luxury event in California. Please find details that will be updated as they are available on this page. 

Registration:
November 25th - Registration Ends (if not sold out)

Schedule:

December 2nd
8:00 PM Casual Welcome Party 

December 3rd
8:00 AM - Breakfast on your own
10:00 AM - Attendee Registration, Gifting, Networking, Coffee - Thompson Palm Springs
10:45 AM - Morning Education - Keynote Speaker - Thompson Palm Springs
11:50 AM - Shuttles to Lunch at Lulu's
2:00 PM - Afternoon Pool Party - Thompson Palm Springs
6:30 PM - Evening cocktail hour - Thompson Palm Springs
7:30 PM - Dinner & Gala - Thompson Palm Springs
11:00 PM - After Party - Thompson Palm Springs

December 4th
9:30 - Farewell Brunch at Boozehounds
11:30 - Departures or Enjoy Palm Springs

*Schedule subject to change

Pricing:
A portion of the proceeds go to The Trevor Project. 
Price of Registration: Price includes Registration, Gifting, Education, Pool Party, Lunch, Cocktail Hour, Gala Dinner, After Party, and farewell brunch! The only thing not included is libations at the pool party. 
The investment for this event is $449. Members receive a special member price of $100 off when they sign in to their portal.
An evening-only cocktail, gala, and after-party ticket for the 10th only is available for $249. Members receive a special member price of $50 off when they sign in to their portal.

Not a member? Click here to find out more and join. You can join our membership and register on the same day. 

Sponsors:
Host Property: Thompson Palm Springs @thompsonpalmsprings
Planning & Design: Michelle Garibay Events @michellegaribayevents
Photography: 
Ashley La Prade Photography @ashleylapradephotography
Video: 
The Siren & Co Films @thesirenandcofilms
Rentals: Folklore @adorefolklore
Floral: Luna Design Studios @luna_design_studios
Stationery, Signage, & Gifting: 
Whimsique @whimsiquedesign
Table Top Rentals: Casa De Perrin @casadeperrin
Linens: 
Zaffre Fine Linens @designwithzaffre
Entertainment: Downbeat Agency/Soultones @downbeat.agency
Photobooth: 
Desert Luna Photobooths @deserlunaphotobooth
Media Sponsor: 
California Wedding Day Magazine @californiaweddingday
Lunch Sponsor: Lulus 
Breakfast Sponsor: Boozehounds @boozehoundsps
AV: Exxell AV
Dance Floor: Trejo Dance Floor @trejodancefloors
Speaker: Nicole Benvenutti @nicolebenvenutti
Transportation: Magic Carpet Shuttles and Tours @ridemagicshuttle
Content Creation: San Diego Content Creator @sdcontentcreator 
Beauty: Aly Beauty @alyrosebeautyteam

Travel & Hotel:
Flights: Palm Springs International Airport is about a 10-minute drive from our host property. We recommend Lyft or Uber as all transportation for the event will be provided. 
Hotel: Thompson Palm Springs 

We have a room block set up at the Thompson, but we have limited rooms and the cutoff is October 14th for rooms. 
Please click here to make a reservation as soon as possible

Speaker: 
Nicole Benvenutti 



Nicole holds a Master of Science Degree in Hospitality Management and has had over 15 years of experience in the hospitality and event industry. As a Global Hospitality Trainer with Master Connection Associates, she brings a unique and creative perspective to her work drawing from her extensive background in the performing arts, luxury retail, and high-end hospitality.

Her innovative approach to team training focuses on the what, why, and how of clients and products, ensuring a comprehensive understanding and dynamic execution in her sessions. 
Nicole's experience and work span coast to coast and around the globe, allowing her to stay at the forefront of industry trends and developments in the ever-changing dynamic world of service. She strongly advocates for effective communication, adaptability, and a collaborative creative spirit. These principles underpin her ability to deliver exceptional and unparalleled experiences in every project she undertakes.

At home, she serves as the President of the Great Palm Springs Chapter of NACE (National Association of Catering and Events), as well as the Chair of the Education Committee for the national association.  She supports arts and music education in the Coachella Valley through the McCallum Theater, but, her most important title is Mom to two amazing boys. 

Attire:
Education/Morning Session - Iconic Palm Springs color/California Citrus chic







Cancellations and Refunds: 
All sales are final though your ticket is transferable to another guest. If you cannot attend this event, please email info@emergeeventcollective.com so we can potentially pull someone from our waitlist or you can find a friend to go in your place and copy us on the email. By registering for this event you understand that your image and likeness will be used in the photo and video from the event and you will be added to our mailing list (which you can unsubscribe to at any time).