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JOHN BARRY

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

As a seasoned event organizer, John believes that meaningful change always begins at the grassroots level and that engaged citizens working together can accomplish extraordinary things. As a festival expert with over twenty years experience, he knows how to maximize revenue opportunities and consistently achieve his clients’ objectives.

 

 

I love to entertain… and drumming is one of my lifelong passions. It is actually the reason StarEvents and Chicago Entertainment Agency were both developed. 

Q&A WITH JOHN

How long have you worked for StarEvents?

I dreamed up StarEvents in the fall of 1996… and have been creating, producing, and managing festivals ever since. Almost a quarter of a century later… and I’m still lovin’ this career choice!

What’s your passion outside of the workplace?

I love to entertain… and drumming is one of my lifelong passions. It is actually the reason StarEvents and Chicago Entertainment Agency were both developed.

What’s your favorite event outside of Chicago?

Anything with my kids. I have two amazing children and truly enjoy seeing them pursue their passions. My daughter is an amazing dancer and my son is a world-class percussionist. I love watching them create, perform, and develop their passions.

What is your favorite restaurant in Chicago?

My favorite Chicago restaurant would have to be Portillo’s. I know it’s not fancy… but, I come from a blue-collar world and love hot dogs, burgers, cheese fries… and especially their chocolate cake!

WHERE’s the coolest place a project has taken you?

I was sent over to Abu Dhabi a few years back to help them develop a festival. It was an incredible experience and really cool to see their culture first hand.

What’s the best part about working at StarEvents?

My favorite thing about StarEvents is creating neighborhood celebrations that give people a reason to unite, celebrate, and experience all of the diverse communities throughout Chicago.

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Looking for some extra support for your event team Looking for some extra support for your event team? StarEvents offers consulting services for clients to offer counsel on experience design & strategy, audience engagement, compliance, marketing & promotion, and analytics.

We offer supplement client teams solely on execution, lending a hand with a variety of tasks from vendor management to timelines and permits. We’re happy to provide a set number of hours to review your event and make recommendations on budgeting, marketing, selecting vendors, event layout, and sponsorship.

Call us today and ask about a consultation!

Love, @starevents ⭐️
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Just rollin' in to say hi and happy Monday! We hop Just rollin' in to say hi and happy Monday! We hope you have a wonderful week 😁

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A pic of us hitting up our friends to hang—it's A pic of us hitting up our friends to hang—it's weekend time! ☎️🤩

Have a great weekend! 💙

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Happy #ThrowbackThursday! This week, we're throwin Happy #ThrowbackThursday! This week, we're throwing it back to the Roscoe Village 5K, an all-day celebration of Halloween and the Roscoe Village community with @roscoevillageneighbors. 🏃‍♂️ 

This all-ages race features the streets of Roscoe Village, and all proceeds are given to the community and its neighborhood programs. Costumes, food, music, beer, a parade—what better way to celebrate Halloween? 🎃

This year's Roscoe Village 5K will be on October 17, 2021. Mark your calendars now!

Bonus: Swipe to see a banana run 🍌👉

Love, @starevents ⭐️
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It's #NationalBeerDay! 🍺 We're celebrating by s It's #NationalBeerDay! 🍺 We're celebrating by sharing some photos from past Rocktober Beerfests. Tag your beer buddy below to celebrate today! 👇🍻

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Did you know? StarEvents has completed a number of Did you know? StarEvents has completed a number of COVID safety certifications to provide our clients and attendees the safest event experience. We go the extra mile so that you and your attendees can feel comfortable and safely enjoy your event. 🧼🤗

You need a certified professional to mitigate risk and liability, keep your attendees and staff healthy, and keep your venue clean. StarEvents can help you! 

Visit our website for more info—link in our bio! 💙

Love, @starevents ⭐️
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Happy Monday everyone! Stay cool this week 😎 L Happy Monday everyone! Stay cool this week 😎

Love, @starevents ⭐️
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Cue the fanfare—it's Friday! 🎺🎉 Enjoy you Cue the fanfare—it's Friday! 🎺🎉

Enjoy your weekend! 😁

Love, @starevents ⭐️
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It's #ThrowbackThursday! This week, we're revisiti It's #ThrowbackThursday! This week, we're revisiting the grand opening of Michael Jordan's Restaurant in Oak Brook! Back in 2011, StarEvents helped His Airness open a new restaurant with the Michael Jordan's Restaurant ribbon cutting. From the red carpet to the red ribbon, sound and audio, we handled the opening event with grace and ease. 🏀✨

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