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Our Story

Twelve Years of
Extraordinary Evenings

We started with one poker table and a vision. Today, we're Manitoba's most trusted name in casino entertainment — but the mission has never changed: help people create nights they'll never forget.

Founded 2013

Built on a Belief That Events Should Be Extraordinary

Event Night Experts was founded in Winnipeg in 2013 by event industry veterans who kept watching corporate functions and celebrations fall flat — not for lack of effort, but for lack of engagement. A sit-down dinner, a speech, and a dance floor just isn't enough anymore.

They had seen casino nights transform events in Las Vegas and London, but the prop hire market in Manitoba was thin, expensive, and unreliable. So they built something better: a prop hire company that prioritises hospitality as much as logistics, and quality as much as cost.

Today, Event Night Experts has delivered over 500 events across Manitoba, serving Fortune 500 companies, charities, wedding planners, and private individuals who share one thing in common: they want their guests to leave with a genuine smile.

2013

Founded in Winnipeg

Event Night Experts launches with two poker tables and a single roulette wheel, serving local corporate clients.

2015

Expanded to Full Floor

Added blackjack and craps to the fleet. First large-scale gala — 280 guests, complete casino floor setup.

2018

Manitoba's #1 Provider

Named Winnipeg's top entertainment prop hire company following 100+ five-star client reviews.

2021

Branding Services Launched

Introduced full custom branding packages — branded chips, dealer apparel, and custom felt layouts.

2024

500+ Events Milestone

Celebrated our 500th event and continued expansion to serve communities across all of Manitoba.

The People

Meet the Team

Our team brings together expertise in event management, hospitality, logistics, and entertainment — all united by a passion for great experiences.

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James Marchetti

Founder & CEO

Former hospitality director with 18 years in event management. James built Event Night Experts on the principle that every guest deserves a memorable experience.

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Karen Petrov

Head of Operations

Karen oversees every delivery, setup, and teardown with military precision. If it's on the floor, Karen made sure it got there on time and in perfect condition.

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Daniel Larsson

Senior Event Manager

With a background in live entertainment, Daniel brings a showman's instinct to every event briefing — ensuring the energy matches the client's vision.

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Aisha Morrow

Client Experience Lead

Aisha is your first point of contact and your biggest advocate. She ensures every client journey — from first call to final review — exceeds expectations.

What Drives Us

Our Core Values

01

Guest Experience First

Everything we do is measured against a single question: will the guests have an extraordinary time? If the answer isn't a clear yes, we redesign the approach.

02

Uncompromising Quality

We source only hotel-casino grade equipment. Our props are inspected before every event and replaced the moment they show wear. Your event deserves the best.

03

Absolute Reliability

We have never cancelled an event. We maintain redundant equipment for every table type and our logistics team builds in buffer time for every delivery.

04

Responsible Entertainment

Our events are strictly entertainment-only. No real money, no wagering, no pressure. We ensure every guest has fun safely and responsibly.

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Join the 500+ Events We've Brought to Life

Tell us about your vision and we'll make it happen.

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