Where Moments Become Magic: SMJ Events & Experiences

We create seamless, stress-free event experiences for schools, nonprofits, and organizations that leave a lasting impact on attendees and communities.

Hosting an event without the right strategy can lead to poor engagement, logistical nightmares, and missed opportunities for impact. Without expert support, you may face challenges like:

  • Disorganized timelines and vendor miscommunication

  • Lackluster event branding that fails to make an impression

  • Missed connections with key stakeholders, media, and attendees

  • Unclear and inconsistent event communications and marketing 

But you don’t have to navigate this alone. SMJ Events & Experiences provides the expertise, creativity, and planning support you need to ensure every detail is executed flawlessly.

From concept to execution, we turn your events into unforgettable experiences.

Who is this for?

  • Nonprofits, schools, and educational institutions needing strategic event planning

  • Organizations looking to create impactful fundraising galas, conferences, or engagement events

  • Teams seeking to elevate their events with expert planning, creative design, and communications

Together, we will help you

  • Deliver unforgettable, high-impact events that connect with your audience

  • Achieve seamless planning, from logistics to media outreach

  • Save time and reduce the stress of managing your own event

  • Elevate your event branding with cohesive, professional design and strategy

How We Work Together

Working with SMJ Events & Experiences is simple:

    • Vision Discovery: We start by learning about your goals, audience, and vision for the event.

    • Event Planning & Logistics: We take care of everything from securing venues and coordinating vendors to managing timelines and budgets.

    • Design & Communications: We develop your event’s branding and communications strategy to create buzz and excitement.

    • Seamless Execution: On event day, we ensure everything runs smoothly, while you focus on connecting with your guests.

Event Services

Full-Service Event Planning

We offer comprehensive event planning that includes everything from venue selection to program development, vendor coordination, event marketing and communications, and day-of event management.

Fundraising Events & Galas

Host a meaningful and successful fundraising event with our strategic support. We help you engage donors, create compelling narratives, and design experiences that inspire giving.

Event Branding & Design

Elevate your event with cohesive branding, from invitations to social media graphics, stage design, and presentation templates, all tailored to your theme and audience.

Communications for Events

From pre-event press releases and media outreach to live social media updates and stakeholder engagement, we amplify your event’s reach and impact. Our team develops and implements a comprehensive event communications plan, strategic messaging, coordinates media relations, and engages key audiences, ensuring your event is not only well-attended but also leaves a lasting impression. We handle every aspect of event communications, so your event gets the spotlight it deserves.

Who Am I?

Sharise M. Johnson, the visionary behind SMJ Events & Experiences, is a passionate event strategist with over a decade of experience creating unforgettable events for schools, nonprofits, and organizations. From planning conferences to managing galas, Sharise’s expertise ensures every event is executed flawlessly. She leads a dynamic team of creatives and logistics experts dedicated to turning your event vision into a reality.

What Drives Us

  • Creativity & Excellence: Every event deserves a fresh, innovative approach that leaves an impression.

  • Collaboration: We believe in working closely with our clients to ensure every detail reflects your vision.

  • Impact-Driven: Our goal is to create experiences that resonate, inspire, and leave a lasting impact on your audience.

Meet the Magic Makers

We understand what it takes to make your event unforgettable. Here’s why you’ll love working with us:

  • SMJ Events & Experiences is led by seasoned event strategists who have spent years perfecting the art of planning and communications. We bring creative vision and meticulous attention to detail to every event we produce, ensuring each one reflects your organization’s unique mission and goals.

Experience 

  • Nonprofit conferences

  • Nonprofit galas

  • High school graduations

  • Donor events 

  • College Signing Days

  • State of the District Events 

  • Professional Development Conferences 

  • District Conferences

  • Back to School Bashes 

  • Enrollment or community engagement events 

  • Ribbon-cutting ceremonies

  • College + Career Fairs 

  • Hiring Fairs

Don’t let event planning overwhelm you.