Reviews of Scottsdale Private Event Venues LLC (Event Planner)

Joanne O'Dea

Karen is the kind of person that remembers details during the process, embraces creativity, continues networking with professional contacts, recommends services that meet unique needs and is the unmitigated professional in presenting and delivering to the needs of the clients.

Shannon Baker

Karen is one of the most dynamic and energetic people in the industry. She has not only years of know-how but a passion for her work and any project she gets involved in. Karen is smart, tech-savvy and she always delivers what she sells.

Marla Vance

Scottsdale Private Event Venues offers great locations for any size of event. Venues held in North Scottsdale by the Airport make everything convenient for attendees flying in. Professional company that covers all the details to make the event a success!

Mike Trella

Spectacular venues for your events...Personal, honest and friendly staff!

Doris Miller

Excellent fresh food, super friendly service, huge portions and great prices. Perfect neighborhood spot.

Ryan Rabish

Karen is a detailed-oriented, experienced and thoughtful event planner. As her valet parking provider, we've witnessed her clients always being extremely satisfied with her services! We always look forward to working with her.

Anthony Rea

We have had the pleasure to work with Karen May and Scottsdale SPEVevents on several different occasions and at several different venues. Karen has been a leader in the event industry valley wide for several years. Her attention to detail, creativity and event management skills are a guarantee your event will be THE event of the season. SPEVevents offers a wide variety of venues each with a unique personality. Surround your guests with exquisite private jets or vintage car collections while enjoying creative cocktails and culinary creations, your biggest challenge maybe which venue to choose for your event because you will want to entertain in them all. SPEVevents partners with several allied venders and full service event planning his her specialty. Allow Karen to take care of the details and be a guest at your own event.

Brittany Tellez

Karen's venues are the best! Every event we host with her always turns out spectacular, guests can't stop raving about the out-of-this-world locations and spaces!

Kathleen Treger

Fabulous ~ what else can I say!!! Karen and her team have such talent that they keep bringing us back!!! What a creative, professional team that I highly recommend for any event that brings you to AZ!

Lori Partida

Karen and her team did a great job with our holiday party. Every detail was accounted for and she was super helpful during the planning process. I highly recommend her and her team for your next event

Steve Bader

I just wanted to say thank you to SPEV and all of your staff that we personally worked with through my client's event! Everyone was absolutely amazing, friendly and they made sure everything was perfect from the beginning of the day to the end of the night! We have had SO many comments from guests saying it was the most fun they have ever had at an event! Thank you again for making it seamless from start to finish!

Jane Gordon

Karen May rocks. She is the best in the business and goes above and beyond the call of duty for every event she produces, big or small. I highly recommend Karen and her fabulous venues if you want to ensure a successful event.

June Schmidt

I have worked with SPEV for the past few years and I have to say that they are a wonderful company, Karen May planned our events beautifully. She went above and beyond to make it perfect. I truly appreciate the extra effort that she makes to keep me informed. I will definitely use them again.

Alleson Dunaway

Scottsdale Private Event Venues is great to work with and leaves no detail forgotten. Karen has such great knowledge of her entire inventory of venues and can accommodate so many different group sizes that there is no reason not to consider one of her amazingly unique venues. I would highly recommend working with Scottsdale Private Event Venues.

Steve Laine

Outstanding service and the venues are amazing. Exactly what you would expect in Scottsdale!

Laura Kovacs

I am incredibly impressed with the unique spaces and imaginative decorations, attention to detail, entertainment and presentations. Always first class - one of a kind events.

Diana Phillips

Thrilled I chose SPEV! They did all the work and allowed me to not worry about any details that I may have missed. So easy to get along with Karen! She seeks out EXACTLY what you envision and devotes herself to making each guest happy! She is an absolute doll! I highly recommend Scottsdale Private Event Venues!

Mindy Zommick

Karen does a fantastic job of orchestrating fabulous events. She is the one to call if you want an extraordinary venue and an over the top party!

Sian Pill

We love working with Karen! She definitely has the perfect venue for everyone, regardless of group size or event type - and each option is AMAZING! We can't wait to host many more spectacular events with Scottsdale Private Event Venues!

Nancy Monaco

This was the first time we took our client appreciation party out to a vendor and we were extremely nervous. Karen and all the vendors she hired for the party were amazing!! We are looking forward to planning next years soon!

Michael Stubbs

Highest professionalism, awesome to work with, high energy and not to mention, puts on over the top events at a budget you can work with! Check them out.

Ray Grace

I have had the pleasure of working with Karen May for decades! Karen is a true leader in the hospitality industry. Karen simply gets the job done right & helps elevate each event to it's highest level of success & fun :-) I am very much looking forward to our next event together!

Monica Kelly

Karen is a Rockstar! She creates the most amazing events with her team at Scottsdale Private Event Venues if your looking for a unique, different venue to hold your event - no need to look any further!

Darrell Conover

We have worked as a vendor for Scottsdale Private Event Venues for over 2 years. We love working with them! They have amazing venues and are always well organized. Simply a pleasure doing business with wonderful people!

Taylor Sachse

Amazing Venue! Had a blast! Felt like a celebrity here! Karen was a great host and the layout of the event was perfection. Organized and on point!

Divinity Event Lighting Llc

In the event and production world we meet a lot of professionals. Karen May is definitely one! We love working with her and her planning skills and venues are on point. We have personally seen how she can take her clients vision and translate it to an amazing event at her venues. We highly recommend her and her venues. She had a lot of venues under her wings!

Lea Haben-Woodford

Love working with Karen May. She was initially referred to me by one of the top PR companies in town. I have been working with her since. I can't say enough about her talent and attention to detail...

Whitney Thistle

Great space with a great team!

HER Certified

Scottsdale Private Event Venues has the most unique venues of any planner in the Southwest. I've been to their parties where the best in catering, bar tending, music and decor are displayed. Karen May is so creative and professional. I recommend this business for meetings, weddings or a corporate launch party. Large or small Karen has the venue.

Kate Montague

Karen has a high level of experience with both live and experiential marketing events, and seamlessly brings it all together as a planner, project manager and producer. She has an amazing ability to bridge the gap between interfacing with C-Level execs and the technical side of production. I look forward to working with her anytime.

Persia Tatar

Karen was so amazing to work with and the Heli Hangar was a truly unique and perfect venue for a party. Karen always went the extra mile to source the perfect furniture and decor to compliment the look and feel of our brands. She found a stellar cigar roller for me and even ice sculptures to match my vision for the event activation. I’ve been working on events for many years and this event thanks to Karen was the absolute best. She really thinks of it all and is a true partner in making a vision and event come to life.

Steve Ziomek

I've seen Karen and her team in action at several events. They did a phenominal job and clearly addressed every detail....a pleasure to work with. Karen does a first class event and really takes care of every detail from start to finish.

Melissa Weihert

SPEV is amazing! Karen is absolutely fantastic to work with. Taking care of her clients and other event professionals comes natural for her. She has an amazing team, and her ability to bring a vision to life is always on point! SPEV has a venue to fit the needs of any type of event. If you can dream it she can make it happen!

Hayley Young

Working with Karen was such a joy! The whole team made things so easy and the event went so smoothly! They had so many options and so many ideas to help us to plan the perfect Christmas Party. It was a truly wonderful evening!

Ang B

Karen is a true professional, her response time and commitment to being a dedicated partner is impeccable. Scottsdale Private Event Venues seems to have a venue for most group types and sizes. All of my events with SPEV and Karen May have been flawless!

Mitch Kelldorf

Karen May and her Team at Scottsdale Private Event Venues have set the bar for the Event industry. Her professionalisms, hard work, kindness and dedication to pleasing the customer truly represents the core values of SPEV.

Cynthia Kotfila

Great venue! Great staff! Great food! What an amazing event experience. From planning to execution, every step was handled professionally. Thank you Karen and the team at Scottsdale Private Event Venues for making my vision happen. Will definitely be back for the next one. FIVE STARS!

Fumar Sent

I have known Karen May for about 20 years, her skills are unmatched! Attention to detail, prompt prepayment, unparalleled service and amazing production quality is superior to everyone. Use her. On top of that, she is cool! And Kind!

Diane Valenzuela

Karen May Is friendly and very critical to detail and the wants of her clients! I highly recommend Karen May!

Niki Jorgensen

SPEV - WOW! Karen and her team are just incredible. Between all her venues she really has a space for anyone. It has been such a pleasure working with her over the last few years, creating absolutely incredible events time and time again. If you're looking for a unique experience and want your guests leaving your event in awe - hire SPEV & their incredible vendor team for your next celebration!

Susan Langley

Any company, organization or individual that wants everything done expertly, under one umbrella, need look no further than SPEV! I have such high regard for all that Karen brings to the table. An outstanding business professional that makes her customers’ dreams come true. She has a uniqueness… excellent communication skills coupled with powerful insights and resources… no matter what, Karen is committed and she WILL get the job done right!

Zorina Kalia

This Company made my event 100 percent stress free for me! Karen and her team handled every little detail from the food, to the decor, the lighting, DJ etc....I told them what I envisioned for my event and got exactly what I wanted and then some as they made suggestions and added on creative touches I wouldn't have ever thought about! They were extremely professional and easy to communicate with! I will DEFINITELY be using them for future events!

Rhonda Mackenzie

I've work with Karen on several different events and have known her for many years. Karen takes pride in her work and goes above and beyond for her clients to make it a fun and memorable event. I would highly recommend her for all your event needs if you want it done right. 5 Stars from me more if would allow.

kristen iwuc

I love these event spaces, so many different options for different size groups!

Tami Walker

Exceptional venue with impeccable planning. Karen and her staff were so professional and took care of every detail. Everything went off without a hitch and Karen's suggestions and help in planning were right on. Thank you Karen for everything. I will not plan another event without you!

Christi Duke

If you want the best, go with Karen and Scottsdale Private Event Venues! There are so many unique options that create memorable events for our clients. Everything is handled with perfection that comes from years of experience! I would recommend them to anyone who wants to plan a perfect event in Scottsdale!

Stacy Nupoff

Karen and her team at SPEV leave no stone unturned when it comes to the planning of an event. They think of EVERYTHING! Every detail was perfect and all guests had an amazing time. I highly recommend Karen and her team if you want the event done right!

Denise Holliday

There is no question that Karen May & SPEV are the absolute best in the business. Karen is highly professional, innovative and hits the mark every time. You know you have the right team when vendors sing her praises. If you want a remarkable and memorable experience for your group, rest easy and go with Karen.

Kendra Norton

I highly recommend working with the Scottsdale Private Event Venues team. Having recently partnered with SPEV, I can easily say that their attention to detail, responsiveness and innovative ideas made this corporate event a tremendous success! Look no further if you are interested in an elite and memorable experience.

Kyle Kuo

Karen makes dreams happen and is an absolute pleasure to work with! She knows all of the right people and all of the right vendors to make her clients so happy! Not to mention, the amazing hangars her events are held in are to die for. No boring meetings here. Over the top, exciting, and memorable!

Dana Gibbons

I highly recommend using SPEV! Karen and her team are always on top of their game and go above and beyond. I cannot say enough about how supportive Karen is. She is very knowledgeable and gathers the right team to get the job done. If you want a fun and unique experience for your event, look no further, Karen's got you covered

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This is such an awesome place to have your event! Karen is easy to work with and gives excellent customer service! I highly recommend!

Jennifer Gage

Karen and her team are awesome to work with! Our event was amazing and super successful and we would absolutely use them again for events!

Nate Jaehnig

Karen is amazing and throws awesome parties in very unique spaces! I have worked with her on several parties and it's always a great time!!!

Ashley Oakes

I love using the team at Scottsdale Private Event Venues for any events that I host! There are so many options and the venues are so cool! I love that you can create any feel inside the spaces. We have had clients that have taken helicopter rides from some of the venues which gives us a unique activity for the event. We can't say enough about Scottsdale Private Event Venues!

Dennis Sortino

The hangars at SPEV are amazing venues!

The Panozzo Team

This is the 2nd time using Karen and WOW, does she ever over deliver. Our client appreciation event went off without a hitch. The venue was more than prepared for us and upon the evenings end everyone told us what a great time they had. All of this is truly a testimate to her work ethic. Not one detail was missed. It was a 10+ experience!! We are excited about working with her again next year.

F.R.

Karen May and team are the ULTIMATE, CREATIVE & FUN professionals! I realized I picked the perfect team for my event; when I witnessed, from the very first meeting, that ‘SPEV’ had MY best interest and vision in mind. Karen has amazingly fun and unique ideas and thoughtfully expresses them while actively listening to your needs, wants and desires. She is a no-nonsense, get it done, kind of person. She ALWAYS made me feel special and I felt nothing was out of her wheelhouse. Day of event- I stood back, just watching the evening unfold, with a big smile and sense of calm. Thank you Karen and staff for creating an incredible evening! SPEV will be my ‘go to’ special event planning company from now on! Thanks Karen! P.S. She’s super fun to work with!

Elayne Beyer

I recently did an event with Karen for my family and as someone in the industry for 20+ years, all I can say is it was amazing all around and I can't say enough about everything from start to end. I'd give ten stars if I could!

Tarvis Hughes

Always a spectacular event! Great staff and easy to work with. Highly recommend SPEV for any future events big or small! ❤️