Chad
He/Him/His
Meet Chad Stalbaum, Founding Director of Method Event Productions. Armed with a degree in Hospitality and Tourism Management from Purdue University and PR and Advertising from Columbia College of Chicago, Chad knows how to make things happen. Hailing from the heartland of the mid-west, he started his career in the hospitality industry in Chicago alongside the legendary Wolfgang Puck. Chad’s journey took him to opening and managing multiple Gold Coast Cinema locations — the first dine-in movie theater concept. Chad then moved back to Evanston, IL, where he was the General Manager for The Stained Glass and The Cellar at The Stained Glass. He oversaw operations at both restaurants and tripled the number of private events booked within his first of seven years at the restaurants! It was here that Chad proudly produced the very first LGBTQIA+ wedding on Northwestern University’s campus.
Seeking new horizons and a chance to shake up the event production world, Chad packed his bags and headed to the vibrant city of LA to accept a position as Director of Sales and Operations for a high-end catering company. After a great year planning events all over LA, he recognized a need for a more hands-on approach and originality from all levels of management in the industry. Chad’s talents soon caught the attention and hearts of many of his clients today, including a major movie studio that he has been creating memorable events for regularly over the past few years. With attention to detail and a foundation of hospitality fundamentals, Chad consistently dazzles with his epic parties, multiple festivals, and unforgettable corporate and personal celebrations of all kinds.
