As the Chairman and CEO of Cross Atlantic Capital Partners, I place the highest value on allying the interests of our portfolio companies with our extensive network on both sides of the Atlantic. Time and again I see Maria making similar connections. She invests the required time and resources to enhance the networking opportunities for each and every attendee. In the 10 years that I have known Maria, I've never left one of her events without increasing my business and social network with valuable contacts and, at the same time, having thoroughly enjoyed the experience. Most event planning firms do not place networking among the top of their priority lists. But Devine Experience, LLC has learned that networking and innovative, challenging thinking are the two most important factors to a successful event--and they accomplish both flawlessly.
--Don Caldwell, Chairman and CEO, Cross Atlantic Capital Partners, Inc.
I’ve known and worked with Maria for 10 years at Diamond. Her commitment and passion for providing client service is unmatched. Our business has two critical components: clients and people. Our clients left each and every event more personally connected to the firm because of the attention they and their families received before, during, and after the session. Not only did our clients feel more connected, but our people felt more connected to our clients and, as importantly, our people felt better connected to the firm. Maria approachs every relationship as an opportunity, thinks through the appropriate strategy and then executes in an outstanding fashion. She understands that your event is not just an event. It’s an experience. When you need to take it to the next level, you can count on Devine Experience to exceed your expectations.
--Adam Gutstein, President and Chief Executive Officer, Diamond Management and Technology Consultants
I have worked with Maria on numerous events over the past five years and each experience has been exceptional. She demonstrates not only tremendous attention to detail, but also exhibits enormous dedication and creativity ensuring that every event is tremendously successful. I have confidence that whatever she manages will run smoothly and exceed my high expectations. I look forward to working with Devine Experience each and every time we have the opportunity.
--Murell Karsh, President, Windy City Fieldhouse
Events managed by Devine Experience are in a separate category from other events I have attended. They are the quintessential “it’s all about the details” event firm. This allows you to focus on the people you have invited. They treat your clients like you want them to be treated; as if they are the most important people you know. The atmosphere created by Maria and Barb is second to none. Distractions are minimized so you and your clients can focus on what’s important. Their events are ultra-high quality, error free, memorable, stress-free, and rewarding. When you want to guarantee your clients a memorable event, contact Devine Experience, LLC.
--Anthony Paoni, Clinical Professor of Technology, Managerial Economics and Decision Sciences, Kellogg School of Management, Northwestern University
I've worked with Maria as a guest speaker for client-facing events to senior executives of large organizations as well as internal events for top management. The level of detailed preparation and intense oversight she gave every event always impressed me. As a speaker I could also observe her commitment to client service and delivering premium quality events. As Chairman of EOS Airlines, I understand how difficult it is to create a truly personalized experience for your customers. Maria makes it look easy.
--David S. Pottruck, Chairman of the Board, EOS Airlines, Inc. and Red Eagle Ventures, Inc.
Quiet and unobtrusive but powerful and immensely competent, Maria makes meetings happen. Neither the sponsors nor the guests are particularly aware of her presence. That is the highest tribute to her professional and personal skills.
--Marvin Zonis, Professor, Graduate School of Business, The University of Chicago
