Our team is made up of six talented and passionate creators who specialize in curating unforgettable experiences. Our focus is not only on providing lively entertainment for you, but also on promoting diversity and inclusion.

  • Chris Thorns is a lifestyle influencer and serial entrepreneur. He has over 15 years experience in nightlife/hospitality. Chris has built a key niche to lifestyle marketing by creating memorable experiences for his clients. Chris has thrown over 500 events in the span of his 15-year career and is the definition of a cultural architect.

  • Charles Protege, affectionately known as Protégé, is not your ordinary Chicagoan. He's a creative powerhouse, transforming the city's nightlife and music scenes with his unique vision and impactful ideas. As the CEO and founder of the innovative marketing company, Evolved Chicago LLC, he has more than a decade of experience in curating unforgettable global events and fostering strong relationships.

    When he's not sending ripples through the creative industry or laying down beats as a celebrity DJ, he's either embracing quality family time or discovering Chicago's beauty on his bike. Simply put, Charles is a multifaceted dynamo, consistently pushing the envelope of innovation.

  • Introducing Adé Ajayi, a seasoned traveler and industry expert with over 20 years of experience. As a lifestyle connoisseur, Ade possesses a remarkable talent for curating personalized experiences for his clients. With a passion for event planning and curation, Ade aims to elevate the aesthetics of the industry by crafting unique and memorable occasions. Whether it's a grand celebration, a corporate function, or an intimate gathering, Ade's meticulous attention to detail and unparalleled creativity ensure that every event he plans is a truly extraordinary experience. From conceptualization to execution, Ade Ajayi is the go-to person for those seeking an elevated and tailor-made event that will leave a lasting impression.

  • Boasting over 15 years of entertainment marketing experience, Sigma Chris has been the leading force in many successful campaigns for brands such as Rémy Martin, the NBA Alumni association, pernod ricard, Beam Suntory and more. Getting his start in 2009 at Illinois State University, Sigma Chris found early success in the curation of events for ISU’s student population alongside his good friend. This success would be the catalyst in Sigma Chris’s decision to pursue a career in marketing post college.

    Since established Sigma Chris Events has served as a driving force in Chicago nightlife. Motivated by his desire to serve Sigma Chris continues to grow in name and influence. Constantly striving to provide the highest level in quality entertainment and customer service.

  • Gafar Sanyaolu is a Nigerian American event expert with over 10 years of industry experience. A smart and charismatic individual with an exceptional Financial Planning and Analysis background in Corporate Finance. He is the Financial Architect for Good Company Brand, as well as one of the most respected voices in the Chicago event space

    Hobbies:

    Traveling. Table Tennis. Spending time with Family.

    Favorite Quote:

    Do the best you can until you know better. Then when you know better, do better

    - Maya Angelou

  • An exhilarating and versatile talent, DJ Kid Clay has learned that being just good isn’t good enough. Putting in several hours a day, he understands that you can never stop practicing new blends, endless reshuffling of his music catalog, and deep study of the greats makes it no wonder bounds. Appreciating the art down to its most basic elements, Kid Clay recognizes that music is a gift. Sometimes, a nice blend can be all you need to make someone’s day special.