Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
At GEP Philly, we specialize in the design and management of group events. Our services include airport meet & greet, group tours, spouse programs, entertainment, themed receptions and dinners, team building programs and complete VIP services for corporations, associations, incentive travel and non-profit institutions.
As a professional DMC and member of ADME - the Association of Destination Management Executives we possess extensive local knowledge and resources, and are experts in the venues and services available for group activities. We partner with our clients to achieve their business objectives by incorporating the most exciting locations and elements that reflect the distinct character of Philadelphia.
GEP Philly is actively involved in both the Philadelphia community and the hospitality industry. Members of GEP Philly's staff serve on numerous association and CVB boards, and participate in other industry-related organizations, keeping us up-to-date on the latest trends in event planning, new technologies, and the most efficient administration of event design and execution.
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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Open Since: 2002
Staff: 8
Destinations Served: Philadelphia, PA Atlantic City, NJ Wilmington, DE Atlantic City, NJ Princeton, NJ Wilmington, DE
Liability Insurance: GEP Philly maintains liability insurance at appropriate levels for all events that they manage including obtaining insurance certificates from all sub contractors.
We Belong To: ADME, MPI, PCMA, HSMAI, ISES, Philadelphia Convention & Visitors Bureau (PCVB), Greater Philadelphia Chamber of Commerce
We Participate In: MPI, ISES, PCVB, PCMA, ADME, HSMAI
Certifications: Michael J. Lyons, DMCP (Destination Management Certified Professional). GEP Philly has earned the highly-coveted accreditation certification of ADMC (Accredited Destination Management Company) from the Association of Destination Management Executives (ADME). The ADMC designation assists the meeting planning community by identifying and qualifying standards and criteria that are indicative of the highest quality destination management service providers. “We are extremely honored to be the only accredited Destination Management Company in the states of Pennsylvania and Delaware, and one of only 42 companies world-wide to carry this distinction”, said PCVB Board Member and GEP Philly president & CEO, Michael J. Lyons, DMCP.
Awards: Three time winner (in a row) of the Greater Philadelphia Chapter of ISES (International Special Events Society) Liberty Award for "Best Corporate Event" in 2007, 2008 and 2009. Michael J. Lyons - Philadelphia Chapter of MPI Supplier of the Year 2005/2006. Philly 100 Winner as one of the Fastest Growing Private Companies in the Philadelphia Region.
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
GEP Philly brings world-class destination management services to your meeting or event. We utilize our vendor leverage to negotiate the best prices for our clients and ensure that all event services are coordinated and executed flawlessly. We custom-design programs that reward, entertain or inspire with style - and we work closely with you to produce results that perfectly match your requirements, expectations and budget. Our passionate team of event professionals has more than 65 years of combined experience creating memorable events. Whether your group size is 20 or 3,000, we treat each program with the same level of care and attention to detail that you expect and deserve. If you already have themes and activities in mind, excellent! If not, let us inspire you. Here are a few of the many services we provide: Customized Event Concepts & Proposal Development, Customized VIP & Spouse Activities including Tours, Team Building Programs, Décor & Floral, Catering Management, Room Gifts, Philadelphia Souvenirs, Convention Giveaways, Staging & Production of Events, Registration Desk Staffing, Transportation Management, Off-Site Venue Recommendations, On Site Management - either at the Hotel or Venue, Local and National Entertainment, Bands, Impersonators, Dancers, DJ/MC, etc. Speakers, Dine Around Coordination and Themed Receptions in the Hotel
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
The birthplace of American independence, Philadelphia offers a unique and diverse list of activities that continues to draw its visitors back time after time. Renowned museums and attractions, beautiful gardens, world-class restaurants and accommodations, endless shopping (with no tax on clothing), and more American history than any other city in the United States . The Liberty Bell, Independence Hall, the Betsy Ross house, Christ Church, they're all here in Philadelphia.
The sixth-largest city in the United States and the second-largest on the East Coast, Philadelphia offers a full agenda for every group and any interest. From the magnificent festivals surrounding the Fourth of July to the elegance of the Philadelphia Flower Show to the pageantry of the New Year's Mummers Parade, the excitement never ends. Add in the beauty of the surrounding countryside ' including historic homes and landscapes that inspired famous paintings of the Wyeths ' and a plentitude of ready-made itineraries are at your disposal.
'Philly' also offers renowned performing arts, professional and collegiate sports, awe-inspiring architecture and fabulous restaurant choices. Philadelphia was recently named the "number one restaurant city," "America 's friendliest city," and "the safest large city." National Geographic Magazine reports, 'Philadelphia's density and sheer walkability insure that people will keep mixing it up - and all that debating, flirting, and bargaining generates ideas. Maybe that's why they wrote the Declaration of Independence here. The city was once, and is again, a place for creative solutions and big pictures.
