ESP Presents

EXPERIENCE | STRATEGY | PURPOSE

We are an event production firm that creates purpose-driven and experiential programs.

We are proud to work alongside brands, creative agencies, and nonprofit organizations, both big and small.

09/30/2026

What an unforgettable experience producing the inaugural RISE Maui Summit, Hua Momona Farms Gala, and the 3rd Annual Maui Music & Food Experience! 🌺✨

When tropical storm “Lala” hit Maui right before launch, our team quickly pivoted, moving events and logistics to keep everyone safe while moving the mission forward.

Despite the last-minute shift, the week was filled with incredible moments, from inspiring conversations on regeneration, innovation, and sustainability to unbelievable food and live music overlooking the ocean. Huge thank you to our incredible speakers, artists, chefs, partners, and the resilient Maui community who made this week so special!

Mahalo to everyone who joined us and supported the Hua Momona Foundation. We can’t wait for next year! 📍🌴

09/25/2026

We were so honored when The Scout Guide North Shore and Allison Grenesko Stecko trusted our team to bring their launch party to life at Juniper. It was a beautiful evening and we could not be prouder of how it all came together!

To our incredible vendor partners who made the magic happen, thank you.

Entertainment | NewMoon Chicago  Artist | Kristine 영주 Steiner / Lindsay Rae TOTARO Doyle  Fabrication & Decor | Kehoe Designs | Event Design & Décor  Florals | Evanston, Chicago, + North Shore Florist | Same-Day Delivery / Mark Jones Photo & Video | Christopher Andrew

We cannot wait to see everything The Scout Guide North Shore does next!

09/16/2026

In Sarah’s words, “we always have a rain plan, but we don’t talk about the rain plan.” The Maui Rise Summit put that to the test, and we were ready! What started out rainy ended in perfect sunshine.

Follow along with the ESP crew through August. From Chicago to Maui and back it was an amazing way to close out summer.

09/02/2026

At ESP Presents, every producer heads into an event with everything they need and then some. We even hosted a dedicated day just for building and restocking our kits, because showing up ready is non-negotiable.

From standard event must-haves to personal items and first aid, nothing falls through the cracks. We probably have a few things in there you didn’t even know you needed!

Prepared for your next event? So are we. Send us a message to get started.

08/17/2026

July in Review, better late than never!

Summer means festivals, outings, and everything in between, and July delivered. From attending to activating, we had the best time doing what we love alongside some of our favorite friends, old and new.

What was your favorite July moment?

08/13/2026

The The National Museum of Puerto Rican Arts and Culture hosted their 26th Annual Barrio Arts Fest on July 11-12 on the grounds of the museum in Humboldt Park, featuring headlining performers, local artisans, delicious food, hands-on workshops, a classic car show, and more! The weekend was action packed, and a true showing of community and cultural pride.

Team ESP was on the scene to help execute the fest, working alongside the The National Museum of Puerto Rican Arts and Culture team to advance talent, stage manage, and coordinate vendors. Shout out to losxcastillo!!

The line-up included:
* DJ Lite on the Beat
* Charlisse Gomez “Boricua’s Got Talent” CHARLISSE
* The Chicago Cuatro Orchestra Project The Chicago Cuatro Orchestra
* La Zafra Steel Drums Jafet Murguia
* Noa Garcia “La Borinqueña” Noa Garcia
* Caribe Project Carlos C-lo
* Sentido at Barrio
* Flaco Navaja & The Razor Blades ᖴᒪᗩᑕO ᑎᗩᐯᗩᒍᗩ 🇵🇷
* Piraguas y Piropos Piraguas Y Piropos
* Junior Rivera y su Orquesta
* El Boricua - Lunes de Plena Tito Matos
* PJ Sin Suela PJ Sin Suela

Try to spot Billy Ocasio, President & CEO of The National Museum of Puerto Rican Arts and Culture, doing his favorite thing: handing out Puerto Rican flags!

Here is to many more years of Barrio Arts Fest 🇵🇷

05/12/2026

That’s right - we’re hiring! Join our team as our next Event Producer.

Details in bio. 🔗

04/28/2026

Behind the scenes at a tasting for the 32nd Annual Chicago Neighborhood Development Awards, a fun perk of the job!

We visited with our friends at to sample the menu for the big night. Our biggest issue now is how to narrow down the choices. Every plate was SO good. Attendees are in for a real treat!

The CNDA’s will return to on June 25 for an evening dedicated to celebrating the individuals and organizations that are building stronger, more vibrant neighborhoods across Chicago.

We’re very proud to help bring this event to life year after year.

04/22/2026

Sustainability in events isn’t about doing everything perfectly. It’s about making more intentional choices, one event at a time.

Sourcing locally, building a reusable inventory, rethinking what actually needs to be printed, small shifts that add up over time and hurt the earth a little less.

Swipe for a few of the ways we are thinking about this at ESP Presents.

04/21/2026

20 hours, two cities, a corporate event in Phoenix, a flight to Maui, and a little rain that wasn’t going to stop us…✈️

Event life isn’t always the easiest life, but we wouldn’t have it any other way!

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