Karen "G" has a background in recreation leadership and began her planning career working on community events and programs. Karen was on board at Canada's Wonderland as part of the groundbreaking team. Her role was in Human Resources where she was responsible for recruitment and staff motivation. Following her Wonderland experience Karen began her own consulting business planning weddings. Her business continued to grow which led to the expansion and creation of Up & Coming Events as we know it today.

Karen has excellent organizational and leadership skills and makes things happen. Not only is Karen creative and fun-loving, but her enthusiasm is contagious. Her ability to communicate well enables her to build solid relationships with both colleagues and clients.

Karen has an Honors Degree in Physical Education, which launched her career as an executive in the health training and fitness counselling field. From there she moved into Government Recreation Programming and then branched into planning large-scale events for the City of North York. It was through this experience that the "two Karens" met and combined their resources to create Up & Coming Events.

Karen thrives on new challenges and is highly motivated. She uses innovative approaches and strategies in coordinating special events. Her patient, friendly and professional approach in dealing with clients has drawn an incredible amount of return business. Karen loves what she does, and it shows!

Judy Steiner, Event Coordinator

Judy comes to Up & Coming Events with a background in client services and many years of event planning in the Wedding, Bar and Bat Mitzvah industry. Her experience has brought her to many of Toronto's prime venues and she has established a great working relationship with many professionals in the industry. Her caring manner and sensitivity, as well as attention to detail makes her an exceptional event coordinator.

Mona Ng, Event Coordinator

Mona earned her Bachelor's Degree in Commerce at the University of Toronto. Her innate people skills makes her a natural in the event industry. Mona's organization, resourcefulness and eye to detail ensures that events run smoothly and efficiently. Mona's friendly and outgoing personality makes all our clients and vendors feel comfortable.

Murielle Bloomberg, Event Coordinator

Murielle came to Up & Coming Events with experience in the financial industry where she worked in administration, management and sales. Murielle is resourceful, creative and very hands on.  She is truly the magic behind the scenes that makes things happen.  Her excellent organizational skills and friendly personality are the foundation of her hospitality skills.

Debi Archinoff, Finance Department

Debi makes sure everything adds up! She has been on board with Up & Coming Events from its conception and has watched the company grow. It is thanks to Debi that we have built a solid reputation with our suppliers, knowing that if they deliver, so will we! In an effort to keep the creativity flowing, Debi makes sure that the numbers are on track.