Welcome to the House of M

Work With Me

Every great gathering starts with an idea. I transform those ideas into thoughtfully curated experiences, from intimate cocktail hours and private celebrations to fundraising events, art fairs, trivia nights, and immersive themed gatherings.

From creative direction and event design to logistics planning, and operational consulting, I bring together the creative vision and behind-the-scenes strategy needed to make every event distinctive, seamless, personal, and memorable.

Consider it gathering, elevated.

Meet Jen

Founder & Chief Experience Officer

Jen is a seasoned nonprofit executive, fundraiser, and writer with over two decades of experience in fundraising, event planning, and strategic communications. She brings people and ideas together to create meaningful experiences and lasting impact.

A lifelong learner and self-proclaimed world citizen, Jen grew up in a multicultural, multilingual home. An avid traveler and trivia enthusiast, she spent ten years running a travel blog and has explored more than 37 countries, finding inspiration in food, art, history, and local traditions.

Outside of work, she stays connected to Chicago’s arts and philanthropy communities as a board member and mentor to emerging women leaders, while indulging her love of the city’s food, drink, and cultural scene.