The Advance Group has set the standard for the production of special events and is widely recognized as a leader in the industry. Over the past 20 years, we have produced gala dinners, charity concerts, interstate caravans, parades, house parties and press conferences. The events we produce often aim to merge social consciousness, logistical challenges and media opportunities with a desire for a positive participant experience.

Our team works under pressure and within budget constraints to achieve maximum impact and create flawless productions. Our broad experience and creative solutions have generated a long list of memorable and successful events. The Advance Group works with our clients to plan each element of the event, from initial theme development to the last logistical detail.

Our event planning services include:

• Planning the creative content and theme of the event
• Finding and selecting an appropriate venue
• Designing and producing all printed materials
• Planning and managing all production and design needs
• Overseeing day-of logistics

Project Highlights

• Immigrant Workers Freedom Ride

  In 2003, The Advance Group worked with the New York State AFL-CIO to produce the Immigrant Workers Freedom Ride Rally in Flushing Meadows Park. The rally drew more than 125,000 immigrants, workers and community members in support of the rights of immigrants in our country. The concert included performances by more than ten international bands and featured a special performance by Wyclef Jean.

• National Prostate Cancer Coalition, Drive Against Prostate Cancer

  Approximately one in six men will develop prostate cancer, but if caught early nearly 100% will survive. The Advance Group partnered with the National Prostate Cancer Coalition in a citywide effort to expand outreach to highrisk populations and provide free testing for early prostate cancer detection. Over the course of several days, The Advance Group organized multiple units requiring the staffing of dozens of staff and volunteers in order to deliver free services in each of the sites.

• London Review of Books, The Israel Lobby Debate

  In 2006, The Advance Group produced an event at Cooper Union sponsored by the London Review of Books. The event, a forum on the Israel lobby, featured six world-renowned panelists including Martin Indyk, Shlomo Ben Ami and Dennis Ross. The successful event was standing room only and widely viewed on the Bravo network.

• Legacy Tour '94, World Cup

  When the World Cup came to the United States, The Advance Group worked with the non-profit arm of World Cup Soccer, Legacy Tour '94. The Advance Group organized dozens of soccer clinics for youth neighborhoods across the five boroughs. Our efforts culminated in a Soccer Extravaganza in Central Park. This event was headlined by international soccer star Pele and television star Andrew Shue.