Women-Owned Corporate Event Planning Agency Based in Chicago
Corporate Event Planning | Experiential Marketing | Executive Retreats | Incentive Travel | Nationwide Reach
Boutique attention with powerful full-service capabilities.
Gravel Experiential is where strategic thinking meets creative execution.
We partner with corporations and agencies to craft experiences that achieve business objectives while creating moments that make people forget to check their phones. As a women-owned event agency based in Chicago with national reach, we produce unforgettable: Corporate Events + Meetings, Brand + Product Activations, Retreats + Incentive Travel.
Our approach ensures you're never handed off to the B-team after the pitch, you benefit from our totally obsessive attention to detail, and you get solutions custom-crafted for your needs — because your company deserves more than a cookie-cutter event.
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Our Services
Gravel Experiential makes magic across three core service areas. Each offering combines our signature boutique approach with strategic thinking and meticulous execution to create events that achieve your business objectives while delighting attendees and deepening human connections.
Corporate
Meetings + Events
Strategic gatherings that inspire collaboration and deliver measurable results. From executive meetings and conferences to team building workshops and holiday celebrations.
Brand + Product
Activations
Immersive experiences that create authentic connections between brands and audiences. From product launches and pop-ups to trade shows and experiential marketing campaigns.
Retreats +
Incentive Travel
Transformative getaways that strengthen teams, reward performance, and revitalize company culture. From executive leadership retreats to sales incentive programs.
Working with Gravel has been a game-changer for Benchmark Analytics.
The Gravel team consistently ensures that each event is a true reflection of the Benchmark brand and values, delivering experiences that feel both seamless and authentically aligned with who we are. They have an impressive ability to anticipate needs before they arise, respond swiftly to evolving circumstances, and thoughtfully curate every touchpoint to uphold our brand standards while creating meaningful value for the internal Benchmark team and our partners at our annual customer conference.
Amy Vracar, Executive Director of Growth Marketing
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Featured Events
Tech Company's
Client Experience Event
in Chicago
Gravel Experiential produced an exceptional client experience event for a leading technology company at Chicago's prestigious Wellsley, featuring an elegant breakfast reception and keynote by baseball legend Joe Maddon. The event concluded with AI-generated smoothies and specialty coffees, positioning the client as both a trusted partner and innovation leader
Exec's Disco-Themed
50th Birthday Party
Gravel Experiential transformed a Chicago executive's 50th birthday at 167 Events into a spectacular Studio 54-inspired disco party with massive mirrored globes, casino tables, and live entertainment. The luxe celebration featured a sophisticated peach, black, and white palette with personal touches like custom cocktails and a Sweet Mandy B's cake.
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Event Inquiries
Interested in collaborating on your next corporate event? Don't be shy!
We'd love to hear from you and discuss how Gravel Experiential can bring your vision to life.