Bedlam in the Big Easy,

About the event

Created by Grant & M.Dot, two womxn who met while students at the Johnson Graduate School of Management at Cornell University, The Weekend Soiree is a lifestyle company whose mission is to curate travel experiences for dope, Queer Womxn who are seeking physical, intellectual, and creative growth in a fun environment.

Grant and MDot frequently traveled together to LGBTQ events around the country to maintain their friendship. They quickly discovered that many of the events over indexed on one dimension. In 2017, they decided to create something that included all the things they liked to do - from art, working out, and partying, to enrichment workshops, sipping wine and drinking beer. 

Each year, a different city will host The Weekend Soiree. As the host city changes, so will the Weekend itinerary in order to incorporate the characteristics of the new location.

The Weekend Soiree for 2019 is going down in New Orleans!

Descending on New Orleans from October 31st – November 3rd, “Bedlam in the Big Easy” boasts 50 plus activities, 9 signature events, and countless surprises, all of which were mindfully designed to provide a 360-degree experience that couples daytime workshops with thoughtfully produced evening social experiences.

In addition to the workshops, activities such as a “Set It Off” Scavenger Hunt, Wellness and Workout Sessions, a group Psychic reading, Tantric Yoga, The “Queerly Wed Game”, a spin-off of the Classic TV Show The Newly Wed Game, a “Wicked and Wondrous Comedy Show” and the highly anticipated, “Sinners and Saints Weekender Masquerade Ball” await Weekenders.

Some activities will be held at Le Pavillon Hotel. Some events will be held at other locations. Check out the website for the full agenda: www.theweekendsoiree.com

Why should you sponsor?

Banner Sponsor

Title sponsor / underwriter for ”Bedlam in the Big Easy”. Includes: category exclusivity, brand integration at the event and throughout the year leading up to the event, brand placement in paid media, and press releases. Promotion by select notable guests. Investment: $30 - 40K.

Track Sponsor

Sponsor of one of the three daytime workshop tracks – Enrich, Experience, or Expand. Sponsorship includes: branding on program,  in app during event, website, social media postings, notable brand presence during all workshops within the track. Investment: $15 – 25K.

Theme / Activity Sponsor

Select group of specific activities. Themes include, but are not limited to, food, sensuality, spirituality, finance, family, wellness, and customized. Brand receives: on-site logo placement, social media postings in 2019, Notable Guest mention, website and social media placement. Investment: $2K – 10K.

Custom Package Sponsor

Designed based on the brands objectives and budget. Select a combination of activities; mix of fiscal and in-kind investments; pre-event and event day placement; and/or custom promotional events leading up to and at “Bedlam in the Big Easy”. Investment for Discussion.

In-Kind Sponsor

Weekender Bags, Promotional Items, Beer, Wine, Spirits for selected workshops, Food for cooking classes, art supplies, media, professional services, printing and shipping credits, discounts at local restaurants, giveaway items, etc. Inquire for Quantity Requirements.

Mary Fuller

Chief Weekender Imani "Grant" Grant

Grant is a roll with the punches type of woman who uses a mix of internal and external influences to shape her opinions and how she engages with people. She thrives on euphemisms, thinks in memes, and finds humor in almost everything. This former management consultant with AT Kearney’s Food and Beverage Practice,  is also the founder of Infinite Ag – an early stage food tech company.  She co-founded TWS because she values safety, individualism, emotional and physical health, and happiness.

“For me, The Weekend Soiree is diversity. Not diversity across us but the diversity within each of us. Our programming reflects our varied interests and our many facets. I strongly believe in having fun in whatever we endeavor to do, that’s reflected in The Weekend Soiree” – Grant

 

Chief Weekender Mary "Mdot" Fuller

A Worcester native, MDot is currently based in Detroit where she enjoys going to live concerts, producing music and traveling. MDot is a Licensing Executive for Microsoft’s Great Lakes Regional Commercial Enterprise sales team. Previously, MDot managed sales and support at SmartSign, a Brooklyn-based printing company. MDot holds a BA from Smith College and an MBA from Johnson School of Management at Cornell University.

"I felt there needed to be an opportunity for like-minded people to come together to not only connect and unwind, but also to learn and explore new cities while expanding their tribes." - MDot

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