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The Spark Awards, ignited by The Greater Chicago Chapter of ILEA is an awards ceremony celebrating the achievements of our industry.

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The awards ceremony will put the spotlight on those who ignite creativity, innovation, inspiration through work in the areas of catering, event planning, entertainment, audio-visual, creative and support services, and DEI. 

 

Thank you to those that submitted nominations, to our winners, sponsors, and attendees. 

See you in 2025!

2024 WINNERS

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Ignite Award

Sommer Gay

Launch Marketing Co

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Best Chicago Event

Corporate Event

ETHOS Event Collective

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Best Chicago Event

Fair/Outdoor Event (non-wedding)

PC Events and Experiences

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Best Chicago Event

Social Event (Anniversary/Wedding/Birthday)

Wedicity

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Catering

Catered Outdoor Event

Blue Plate Catering

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Entertainment

Best Musical Entertainment

BeatMix Music

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Design & Décor

Corporate Event Décor

Next Level Event Design

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Design & Décor

Wedding Décor

Cavalier and Company

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Creative / Support Services

Use of Visual Media

akire productions

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Lifetime Achievement Award

Barb Campbell, CSEP, DMCP

CTC Destination Mangement, a DMC Network Company

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Best Chicago Event

Corporate Event

Next Level Event Design

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Best Chicago Event

Fundraiser/Non-Profit Event

GYM Events, LLC

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Catering

Catered Indoor Event

Blue Plate Catering

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Entertainment

Interactive Entertainment

akire productions

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Design & Décor

Corporate Event Décor

akire productions

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Design & Décor

Social Event (Non-wedding) Décor

TM Creative Consultants

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Creative / Support Services

Storytelling through Event Photography

Rick Aguilar Studios

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Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Initiative

akire productions

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2024 SPONSORS

Presenting

Diamond

Gold

Silver

Bronze

Bronze

Friend of ILEA

Annual Presenting

Diamond

Silver

Silver

Bronze

Friend of ILEA

Presenting

Platinum

Silver

Silver

Bronze

Friend of ILEA

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