Mary Hofstetter
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Heinz Aebi
Jet Aviation engaged the services of Blue Heron Productions (BHP) in Geneva, under the Direction of Mary Hofstetter for a period of 8 years. They undertook significant research, to organize a high quality event, not only in the location, catering, floral decoration and entertainment, but also that it be linked to the cultural and historical heritage of Geneva and its surrounding regions. We were entertained and wined and dined in the most amazing locations, from the Château de Coppet, where medieval costumes, maidens and minstrels, falcons and fire eaters, greeted our delighted guests upon arrival. The following year, we were escorted to the elegant Musée Ariana, where special permission is required to enter. In this amazing location, following a private tour, lively and humoristic entertainment by the Operatic Singing Waiters had everyone singing. The following year, we were invited into the doyen of arts in Geneva, the Grand Théâtre, where we were welcomed by their opera troupe in an especially improvised rendition of Romeo & Juliette. Last but not least, the launch of our newly renovated FBO at the Geneva Airport was a resounding success, where jazz met dining pleasure. We were delighted and very pleased to work with Blue Heron Productions. They made every effort to ensure that each year was a different experience of the highest quality. We now hold our events at EBACE, in our own local, but would not hesitate to recommend Mary Hofstetter and her team to anyone, who is looking for high quality, professional and creative expertise in entertaining one’s clients. Mary and her team also collaborated closely with our Jet Aviation team, ensuring smooth and coordinated events for Jet Aviation throughout the years 2005-2013.
Charles de Boissezon
I wish to highly recommend Mary and her team as we have had the benefit of working with them and can testify to their professionalism. We were one of the co-sponsors of the 2007 Swiss Red Cross Ball in Geneva and spent a considerable amount of time co-ordinating this event with them. we found them to be experienced, organised and fully professional. Great attention was always paid to detail. They were particularly sensitive to the needs and expectations of sponsors and guests and went out of their way to accomodate different requests. They were always open to ideas and suggestions and everyone was made to feel part of their team. In the end, the event was a tremendous success. I would be extremely glad to work with them again and have no hesitation in strongly recommending Mary to anyone looking to collaborate with her.
Heinz Aebi
Jet Aviation engaged the services of Blue Heron Productions (BHP) in Geneva, under the Direction of Mary Hofstetter for a period of 8 years. They undertook significant research, to organize a high quality event, not only in the location, catering, floral decoration and entertainment, but also that it be linked to the cultural and historical heritage of Geneva and its surrounding regions. We were entertained and wined and dined in the most amazing locations, from the Château de Coppet, where medieval costumes, maidens and minstrels, falcons and fire eaters, greeted our delighted guests upon arrival. The following year, we were escorted to the elegant Musée Ariana, where special permission is required to enter. In this amazing location, following a private tour, lively and humoristic entertainment by the Operatic Singing Waiters had everyone singing. The following year, we were invited into the doyen of arts in Geneva, the Grand Théâtre, where we were welcomed by their opera troupe in an especially improvised rendition of Romeo & Juliette. Last but not least, the launch of our newly renovated FBO at the Geneva Airport was a resounding success, where jazz met dining pleasure. We were delighted and very pleased to work with Blue Heron Productions. They made every effort to ensure that each year was a different experience of the highest quality. We now hold our events at EBACE, in our own local, but would not hesitate to recommend Mary Hofstetter and her team to anyone, who is looking for high quality, professional and creative expertise in entertaining one’s clients. Mary and her team also collaborated closely with our Jet Aviation team, ensuring smooth and coordinated events for Jet Aviation throughout the years 2005-2013.
Charles de Boissezon
I wish to highly recommend Mary and her team as we have had the benefit of working with them and can testify to their professionalism. We were one of the co-sponsors of the 2007 Swiss Red Cross Ball in Geneva and spent a considerable amount of time co-ordinating this event with them. we found them to be experienced, organised and fully professional. Great attention was always paid to detail. They were particularly sensitive to the needs and expectations of sponsors and guests and went out of their way to accomodate different requests. They were always open to ideas and suggestions and everyone was made to feel part of their team. In the end, the event was a tremendous success. I would be extremely glad to work with them again and have no hesitation in strongly recommending Mary to anyone looking to collaborate with her.
Heinz Aebi
Jet Aviation engaged the services of Blue Heron Productions (BHP) in Geneva, under the Direction of Mary Hofstetter for a period of 8 years. They undertook significant research, to organize a high quality event, not only in the location, catering, floral decoration and entertainment, but also that it be linked to the cultural and historical heritage of Geneva and its surrounding regions. We were entertained and wined and dined in the most amazing locations, from the Château de Coppet, where medieval costumes, maidens and minstrels, falcons and fire eaters, greeted our delighted guests upon arrival. The following year, we were escorted to the elegant Musée Ariana, where special permission is required to enter. In this amazing location, following a private tour, lively and humoristic entertainment by the Operatic Singing Waiters had everyone singing. The following year, we were invited into the doyen of arts in Geneva, the Grand Théâtre, where we were welcomed by their opera troupe in an especially improvised rendition of Romeo & Juliette. Last but not least, the launch of our newly renovated FBO at the Geneva Airport was a resounding success, where jazz met dining pleasure. We were delighted and very pleased to work with Blue Heron Productions. They made every effort to ensure that each year was a different experience of the highest quality. We now hold our events at EBACE, in our own local, but would not hesitate to recommend Mary Hofstetter and her team to anyone, who is looking for high quality, professional and creative expertise in entertaining one’s clients. Mary and her team also collaborated closely with our Jet Aviation team, ensuring smooth and coordinated events for Jet Aviation throughout the years 2005-2013.
Charles de Boissezon
I wish to highly recommend Mary and her team as we have had the benefit of working with them and can testify to their professionalism. We were one of the co-sponsors of the 2007 Swiss Red Cross Ball in Geneva and spent a considerable amount of time co-ordinating this event with them. we found them to be experienced, organised and fully professional. Great attention was always paid to detail. They were particularly sensitive to the needs and expectations of sponsors and guests and went out of their way to accomodate different requests. They were always open to ideas and suggestions and everyone was made to feel part of their team. In the end, the event was a tremendous success. I would be extremely glad to work with them again and have no hesitation in strongly recommending Mary to anyone looking to collaborate with her.
Heinz Aebi
Jet Aviation engaged the services of Blue Heron Productions (BHP) in Geneva, under the Direction of Mary Hofstetter for a period of 8 years. They undertook significant research, to organize a high quality event, not only in the location, catering, floral decoration and entertainment, but also that it be linked to the cultural and historical heritage of Geneva and its surrounding regions. We were entertained and wined and dined in the most amazing locations, from the Château de Coppet, where medieval costumes, maidens and minstrels, falcons and fire eaters, greeted our delighted guests upon arrival. The following year, we were escorted to the elegant Musée Ariana, where special permission is required to enter. In this amazing location, following a private tour, lively and humoristic entertainment by the Operatic Singing Waiters had everyone singing. The following year, we were invited into the doyen of arts in Geneva, the Grand Théâtre, where we were welcomed by their opera troupe in an especially improvised rendition of Romeo & Juliette. Last but not least, the launch of our newly renovated FBO at the Geneva Airport was a resounding success, where jazz met dining pleasure. We were delighted and very pleased to work with Blue Heron Productions. They made every effort to ensure that each year was a different experience of the highest quality. We now hold our events at EBACE, in our own local, but would not hesitate to recommend Mary Hofstetter and her team to anyone, who is looking for high quality, professional and creative expertise in entertaining one’s clients. Mary and her team also collaborated closely with our Jet Aviation team, ensuring smooth and coordinated events for Jet Aviation throughout the years 2005-2013.
Charles de Boissezon
I wish to highly recommend Mary and her team as we have had the benefit of working with them and can testify to their professionalism. We were one of the co-sponsors of the 2007 Swiss Red Cross Ball in Geneva and spent a considerable amount of time co-ordinating this event with them. we found them to be experienced, organised and fully professional. Great attention was always paid to detail. They were particularly sensitive to the needs and expectations of sponsors and guests and went out of their way to accomodate different requests. They were always open to ideas and suggestions and everyone was made to feel part of their team. In the end, the event was a tremendous success. I would be extremely glad to work with them again and have no hesitation in strongly recommending Mary to anyone looking to collaborate with her.
Experience
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Le livre sur les quais
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Artists and Writers
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1 - 100 Employee
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Consultant
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Aug 2020 - Present
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Blue Heron Productions
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Switzerland
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Events Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Consultant, Caribaea Initiative
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Aug 2020 - Present
Consultant since August, 2020 to create awareness and fundraise for Caribaea Initiative, an association founded by Vera Michalski-Hoffmann, Honorary President and the President Frank Cézilly. The mission of Caribaea Initiative is capacity building for biodiversity conservation in the insular Caribbean. The Caribbean Islands are one of the most biodiverse sites in the world but are also among the areas most exposed to the consequences of climate change. Caribaea Initiative’s primary mission is to help Caribbean Island countries to optimally manage shared natural heritage, in particular by reinforcing and promoting local scientific expertise. Caribaea Initiative is the only international organisation dedicated to the scientific study and conservation of Caribbean biodiversity.Since 2015, Caribaea Initiative (www.caribaea.org/en/our-history) has been developing research projects and educational initiatives focusing on the study and protection of Caribbean biodiversity. These projects have ensured the training of a growing number of Caribbean students to primary degree, Master’s and doctorate level. Major advances have already been made, such as the discovery of a new species or the protection of sites that are home to exceptional biodiversity.Visit https://www.caribaea.org/en/
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Director
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Feb 2005 - Present
Director of company specializing in high profile events, public relations and press.
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Director & Founder, Swiss Red Cross Ball, Geneva, Switzerland
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Feb 2001 - Jun 2013
At the request of a main sponsor from London, to create the first major international fundaising gala for the Red Cross in Geneva, Switzerland, I accomplished this in 2002, launching it with the Italian star, Zucchero. The event was an instant success with over 800 guests in attendance. Sponsors were from the top luxury jewelers, private banking, private jets. I went on to create the first Red Cross Gala in Zurich, in 2003, with a top fashion show by Dior each two years, and then Basel. Each year, we ensured the success with top sponsors, top entertainment from the Buena Vista Social Club to the Jersey Boys. Fashion shows were produced each year featuring top jewelers such as Chopard, themed to the country we were doing the tribute to. Honorary Patrons, the Maharaja of Jodphur, HRH Princess Ulboratana of Thailand, Michelle Yeoh, Queen Rania of Jordan and Prince Albert of Monaco all lent their support to the events. For the Red Cross Ball alone, 7.8 million CHF was raised for important charitable causes for overseas humanitarian aid.
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American International Club of Geneva
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Switzerland
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Non-profit Organizations
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1 - 100 Employee
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Director of Development
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Sep 2014 - Dec 2016
I am delighted to work for the American International Club as their Development Director & COO. I have known the AIC for many years. Their high profile conferences by global leaders in business, government and international organizations have always been at a top level and highly interesting.We will be expanding their events under Blue Heron Productions. I am delighted to work for the American International Club as their Development Director & COO. I have known the AIC for many years. Their high profile conferences by global leaders in business, government and international organizations have always been at a top level and highly interesting.We will be expanding their events under Blue Heron Productions.
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British Red Cross
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United Kingdom
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Civic and Social Organizations
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700 & Above Employee
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Director Fundraising Events
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Jan 1995 - Jan 2004
I was Director of Fundraising Events for the Capital of London. The most important event that I organised and was responsible for all aspects, entertainment, event management, catering, budgets, press, invitation and programme design, was the British Red Cross London Ball. Each year we created an astounding theme with artists from all over the world, which kept our guests coming back every year. From a private version of the musical Chicago, to Zucchero, the 500 Years of Brazil with Daniela Mercury and the Battucada with stunning decoration. Our sponsors were luxury jewelry and watch companies, private jet & car industry, private banking & champagne houses, I also founded and managed each year a high fashion event most often in collaboration with British Vogue, featuring Valentino, Escada Haute Couture with Harry Winston, Ralph Lauren, Dior and many others. An annual polo match was held each year, with creative themes such as "A Thousand and One Nights" with royal tents, camels and falcons. Press was generated through prime time with the BBC and Sky News as well as features in Vogue, Tatler and Hello as well as the dailies.
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Education
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1976 - 1979
Graduate Institute of International and Development Studies
Masters Degree, International Relations and Affairs
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