Whether you want to launch a new product in California, get married on a private beach in the Caribbean, make a splash at a conference in Cannes, or create that magical event here in New York, JKS can manage all aspects, so you can enjoy yourself.
Whether you want to launch a new product in California, get married on a private beach in the Caribbean, make a splash at a conference in Cannes, or create that magical event here in New York, JKS can manage all aspects, so you can enjoy yourself.
JKS Events is a full-service event company. Our clients range from PR firms to Fortune 500 companies to individuals. We attend to every detail from concept creation, to marketing, to event production and press follow-up. We will make sure that your invitations support your brand and match the event theme, décor and catering creating a seamless marketing effort. Whether you want an intimate cocktail party for your nearest and dearest, a blowout bash that everyone will be talking about for years to come, or something in between, JKS Events can guide you in making the right choices, manage all the details, and make you look like you worked for months to put it all together. READ MORE
Founder & President
After graduating from New York University, Janeen Saltman started her career in real estate advertising and marketing. During her time in these fields, Janeen’s natural talent for planning and hosting events became her signature. Full of experience, knowledge, and party planning skills, Janeen launched JKS Events to share her passion.
Senior Vice President
Alden Levy joined JKS Events in 2001, after spending almost 15 years in consulting and project management. Alden holds an MBA from The Wharton School of Business of The University of Pennsylvania and served as chairman of The Wharton Club of New York’s Social and Special Events Committee.
Senior Event Producer
After receiving her Bachelor’s and Master’s Degrees from New York University, Samantha Sher worked in the not-for-profit world learning the ins and outs of fundraising, event planning, and production within the charity and museum spheres. Endowed with a strong work ethic and a passion for detail, Samantha joined the JKS Events team as an Event Producer in December of 2010.
Senior Event Producer
Katie has been working with JKS Events on a project basis since 2005 and is now a full-time member of the team! She has over 15 years of experience producing fundraising events for nonprofits. During 11 years as the event director at the American Folk Art Museum, she raised over $8 million through galas, art fairs, and corporate membership. As Director of Special Events at Pratt Institute, Katie raised over $2.5 million through high-profile events.
Event Producer
Amy has been working with JKS Events since 2011. She previously worked in higher education, producing and advising student events and campus-wide programming at Stony Brook University. Since joining JKS Events, she has produced a wide range of events including intimate birthday parties, corporate meetings & conferences, and large-scale fundraisers.
Associate Event Producer
Susan previously worked at in the nonprofit world for over five years supporting higher education institutes, leading community events, and executing strategic growth. She is a graduate of DePaul University and holds an MBA from St. John’s University. She joined the JKS Events team in December 2014.
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