Event Planning with Meaning

Purpose-driven, people-centered & boldly executed

We partner to plan meetings and events that build real connection and community. Thoughtful, high-touch, and rooted in sustainability.

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Executing your vision

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Meetings & events

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multi-city events

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Successful event planning goes beyond logistics. Our strength lies in understanding the core elements that will ensure a positive experience for your team, attendees, and stakeholders. For HiGather, this begins with building trust, actively listening to your goals, discerning the unspoken needs, and executing the plan with transparency and meticulous care.


our difference

Ensure impeccable outcomes through meticulous logistic management.

Streamline event planning to save time and resources while maximizing efficiency.

Enhance events by anticipating guest needs and exceeding expectations.

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Hi, Hello!

strategic event consultant & thought partner

mariela jiménez, CMP

As the founder of HiGather, I’ve spent decades as an event consultant shaping a vision rooted in project management precision, collaborative partnerships, and sustainability-first practices. Our work goes beyond logistics—we help organizations navigate the complexities of event planning with clarity, strategy, and heart.

Recognized as a strategic thought partner, I specialize in translating organizational goals into experiences that are both impactful and meticulously executed. Every event is a chance to tell your story, build community, and spark advocacy.

Alongside a team of experienced planners—and in partnership with a trusted network of event agencies and specialists—HiGather produces purpose-driven events and meetings that foster authentic connection locally and globally. Our mission is to curate experiences that transcend the agenda, creating space for people to belong, connect, and champion your vision.

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Event Planning, Incentives & Onsite Execution

Bold, full-service event management for corporate meetings, conferences, incentive programs, and education experiences. From venue scouting and contract wrangling to killer food & beverage, vendor orchestration, and on-site leadership that keeps it all moving flawlessly.

Event Consulting, Strategy & Team Upleveling

Smart, strategic event consulting for teams ready to elevate their programs. Whether you’re hosting high-touch incentives, educational events, or large-scale conferences — we help design sharp, intentional experiences and build internal capacity while we’re at it.

Operations & Attendee Experience Management

Operational precision meets high-touch hospitality. We handle risk, budgets, logistics, and those unexpected curveballs, so your attendees feel like VIPs and your team looks like pros.


Multi-Day Meetings

Board Meetings

Conferences

Conventions

Customer Events

Multi-Day Meetings — Board Meetings — Conferences — Conventions — Customer Events —

Hybrid Events

Galas & Awards

Inaugural Events

Incentive Programs

Hybrid Events — Galas & Awards — Inaugural Events — Incentive Programs —

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