Who We Are

EventScape, Inc.®, based in Barrington, IL, is a full-service consulting firm specializing in non-profit fund raising events, corporate events and public relations. With over 20 years of proven experience,
EventScape, Inc.® coordinates many of the City of Chicago's most prominent charity events, including the Rita Hayworth Gala and Shining Star Ball. In 2000, our firm was nationally nominated for "Best Fund Raising Event" at The Special Event Conference in New Orleans for our work on the 13th Annual Chicago Rita Hayworth Gala held at The Field Museum in Chicago.

Today, EventScape, Inc.® enjoys a 95% annual renewal rate
amongst its client base, with most renewing their annual contracts automatically
and foregoing the competitive bidding process.

Promise to Perform

EventScape, Inc.® prides itself in providing each client with personalized attention and professional service, every step of the way. Our organization, attention to detail and prompt follow-up provide consistent service.

About our President

Ann Marie Arzt
began her special events career at Glenkirk in 1989, where she served as Director of Special Events and Public Relations for the Northbrook, IL social service agency. In addition, she served as Public Relations Director for the Lake County Races, and also worked as Special Events Manager for the National Easter Seal Society in Chicago.

eginning in 1995, Ms. Arzt served as Director of Special Events for Bloomingdale's at Old Orchard Center. While in this position, she was responsible for the grand opening of the company's Skokie, IL location, including the development of a multi-faceted public relations campaign. In addition, she created "The Shopping Benefit," an annual event involving over 65 Chicagoland charity organizations. Now celebrating its seventh year, the Bloomingdale's event has raised over $750,000 for local charities. In addition, Ms. Arzt teaches public relations and marketing courses at Oakton Community College in Des Plaines, IL on a selective basis.

A 1985 graduate of the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater with a Degree in Journalism, Ms. Arzt is an active member in the Publicity Club of Chicago and North Shore Women in Development.