Laser-focused on the details so you can keep your eyes on the big picture.
Catherine’s process is grounded in effective and open communication, methodical organization, and impeccable attention to detail. She has a distinctive ability to remain goal-oriented and analytical while always bringing creative and unique ideas to the table.
Start with your ‘why’.
Understanding your “Why” and specific event goals is integral to Catherine’s process. She’ll guide you through a kickoff brainstorm to uncover these pieces and then ensure you’re staying true to them throughout planning and execution.
Develop a plan.
Meticulous organization is the key to successfully planning an event. Comprehensive research, detailed timelines, monthly goals, and creative brainstorms ensure no stone goes unturned.
Finish with a memorable event.
With multiple checkpoints and a final run-through, Catherine makes sure every detail is considered - leaving both you and your attendees with a seamless and memorable event experience!
With more than 12 years of experience, Catherine has successfully supported more than 40 organizations in planning over 250 events.
Catherine Sontag is a detail-oriented event planner and project manager based out of Philadelphia. With an extensive history of both creating and planning events, Catherine works with a diverse clientele ranging from nonprofits to tech companies. Whether she’s working with personal clients or subcontracting with event agencies, her big-picture thinking and eye for the details ensure a smooth event-planning process that consistently exceeds expectations.
Having started her professional career at the Philadelphia Chamber of Commerce and further expanding her skills and experience as the Events Director at Technical.ly, Catherine is uniquely positioned to genuinely connect and effectively communicate with clients in nonprofit, corporate, and entrepreneurial environments. Her expertise spans the entire process of event production, from ideation to execution. Never turning down a challenge, she has successfully supported clients on everything from multi-day conferences and fundraising events to virtual gatherings and social events.
When not on client calls or managing an event, you can find Catherine checking out local festivals and restaurants, at home working on a puzzle with her cats Twitter and Leo, or hopping on a flight to explore a new corner of the world!
With 5+ years of experience as an independent contractor and an expansive portfolio of work, Catherine’s detail-oriented methodology ensures no stone goes unturned during the event production process. She doesn’t just help you execute your event, she becomes an extension of your team; ensuring timeline, budget, and your event goals are always top of mind.
