Welcome to And Here's Lilly!

Event ManagementAnd Here's Lilly - Event Management Company was created 25 years ago by Liliana Wilkerson, who earned the respect and privilege to plan and manage events for presidents and government dignitaries of the US and other countries, including U.S. Presidents Bush and Reagan, Prime Minister of England Margaret Thatcher, and former USSR President Michail Gorbachev. Please scroll down the page to see more important information about And Here's Lilly!

Liliana & Charmaine Wilkerson
with their crew of competent servers.

Event ManagementAs a woman business owner, Liliana promotes and supports the success of others by being involved in several organizations in the community.  Her strong advocacy for education and proven business success has earned her the recognitions as “Business of the Year 2002” by the LBA (Latin Business Association), and “Entrepreneur of the Year Nomination” by Merryl Lynch, Ernst & Young and Inc. Magazine.  She was also an instructor in Extended Education at CSU, Northridge.

Liliana and her Awarded Chef's De Cuisine.

ManagementMs. Wilkerson managed the executive dining rooms of ARCO (Atlantic Richfield) for ten years under exclusive contract providing high-end French Continental cuisine to their guests who included world leaders, Presidents, foreign dignitaries, and celebrities. It was part of Liliana's job to ensure proper cultural protocol during all events.

Liliana, Charmaine, and two Captains -
ready for action.

Delicate plate of Hors D'oeuvres of grape
and Brie eadable spoon cracker.

Grilled Medallion of Tenderloin
topped with Au Poive Sauce.

Beautiful display of
fresh vegetables.

Endive, Arugula, sliced apples
& candied walnuts.
Charmaine Wilkerson
 is Awarded 
"Affiliate Business Woman 2001"
by NAWBO-LA
at their Annual Awards Luncheon.
Business of the Year!"And Here's Lilly" Event Management is honored as the Winner of "The Business of the Year 2000! Awarded by The Latin Business Association.
  Lilly & Charmaine in the news:  Get tips on entertaining, event planning and catering

"Lilly and Charmaine are instructors at 

a local University and Community College" 

Lilly is teaching at  California State University, Dominguez Hills.       

Martha Stewart, step aside! Whether you want to plan a simple dinner for six or 

an elaborate affair for 600, you will be given the inside scoop on how pull your

event off with grace and ease. 

NEXT CLASS:  Dining Etiquette

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Charmaine co-founded the new certificate program in Meeting and Event Planning at California State University, Dominguez Hills.  

Participants of this certificate program will get an overview of the exciting career in Meeting & Event Planning, tips from industry experts, and basic skills that will help improve your event's bottom line.                                                                                               

CLASSES CHARMAINE WILL BE TEACHING:

EVENT PLANNING FOR NON-PROFITS

SPECIAL EVENT MANAGEMENT

MARKETING FOR NON-PROFITS

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          New Course!  

             North Orange County Community College District

             School of Continuing Education

             1830 West Romneya Drive, Anaheim

             (714) 808-4673

             www.sce.cc.ca.us

            EVENT PLANNING FOR BEGINNERS

Private Entertaining

Shakespearean Tea

As the tradition of "Afternoon" Tea has developed over time, it has become an elegant affair.  And Here's Lilly will handle all of the details...

  "Lilly & Charmaine manage, for the fourth year in a row, major events for the Fosters"  More on the story...
 
And Here's Lilly was contracted to manage several private events in Los Angeles, at the Democratic National Convention.  Managing political events is nothing new to them.   
more of the story...

 

"And Here's Lilly contracted to manage Operation HOPE's Inner City Economic Summit in Los Angeles where Vice-President Al Gore was the guest speaker". 
Corporate Meetings & Conferences
Hotel, Convention Center, Restaurant and other venues

After 20 years of experience in the Corporate world, we have fine tuned and understand the strict importance of timing, protocol, and successful results.  Our clients are never concerned with the logistics and planning of their conference when the job is in our hands.

Non-Profit Galas & Fundraisers
For Corporate or Private Events

And Here's Lilly specializes in working with Not-for-Profit organizations to produce and manage their annual fundraisers and main events.  Lilly and Charmaine turn a regular event into a first class act.
Charmaine Wilkerson successfully produced and managed the Fourth Annual Presidential Scholarship & Awards Dinner hosted by CSU, Dominguez Hills

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  An Executive Luncheon for President and Mrs. George Bush. Pictured also are Charmaine and Lilly Wilkerson.
With one of those flawless California nights as a backdrop, And Here's Lilly staged a spectacular extravaganza which impressed the guests one more time.
more of the story...

 

Special Events
From Library Openings and Olympics to Presidential Inaugurals

There's a reason why they are called "Special".  Special means very unique, something to remember!  From President Clinton's two Inaugurals, to the Democratic National Convention, to the opening of the Reagan Library with all Five Presidents, we can boast our expertise to make your event "Special".

Catering
The Boardroom to the Beach - Mansions to Museums

We cover for you the whole spectrum of a first class Catering Department with Olympic Gold Medal Award winning Chefs at the helm of the creation of your delectable palate experience.  From simple but elegant small gatherings to receptions where the artistic display of foods have received notoriety from Heads of State and prominent socialites to healthy, well-presented menus for your everyday needs.

Our event management professionals and experienced servers will ensure that every one of your guests feels as special as they are.


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And Here's Lilly
Serving Ventura, Los Angeles, and Orange Counties

(805) 577-5997
2390 Graceland Street, Simi Valley, CA. 93065
lilly@andhereslilly.com
©1998 - 2002