“Seeing the emotions on a client's face upon first walking into their event makes all the hard work worth it.”
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Melissa Shaw is the founder and owner of Gather with Melissa Shaw - a boutique event firm based in New York. A daughter of immigrants and native of Northern California, Melissa graduated from the University of California, Santa Barbara.
Upon graduation, Melissa was drawn to the energy of New York City and moved with a suitcase and a dream. She immersed herself in the hustle of the big city and gained extensive experience executing corporate and non-profit events. Producing social events for the most influential of NYC, most recently as Director of Events at David Monn LLC, a luxury event production company, she obtained 14 years of experience and knowledge needed to succeed in this prestigious industry.
With an impressive portfolio executing seamless destination celebrations around the globe at any scale, Melissa brings her unique and creative aesthetic to the table. Her style is bringing in the latest trends while still making your event elegant and timeless.
From Bali to Tenerife to the Hamptons, Melissa has been the visionary behind her clients' gatherings including, weddings, distinguished fundraising galas, and milestone celebrations. Gather with Melissa Shaw creates stylish environments with personal touches for the ultimate event experience.
Melissa is a proud bilingual Latina, dedicated mother to her 6 month old son and loving wife that resides in New York Metropolitan area.