The Team
Jim Dimitriou - Managing Director
In 2000 Jim completed an honors degree is Economics at University of Sydney majoring in Accounting and Marketing. After being on a rigorous graduate program with American fund giant State Street, Jim quickly identified his entrepreneurial skills. Jim launched the Divine Events company with his partner Stacey in 2002 putting his finance acumen to excellent use. Divine Events quickly became one of Sydney's leading styling companies under the strong leadership and guidance of Jim. He has become among the most respected and commited identities in the events industry, while managing an excellent team of dedicated staff. His values of integrity, dedication and exceeding client expectations has gained him the respect of his colleagues, clients and peers alike. His excellent financial management of company budgets ensures the prosperous expansion of divine events.
Stacey Dimitriou - Sales and Marketing Director
Stacey completed a Bachelor of Economics degree at the University of Sydney in 2000 majoring in Marketing and Human Resource Management. Stacey gained entry to the Colonial First State Graduate program with secondments to the event and marketing teams. A strong interest in event styling emerged and thus Stacey joined Jim in the establishment of divine events. Her exceptional people skills has propelled divine events into the specialist event market, gaining among Sydney's leading companies as clients. Stacey's natural styling ability allows clients to be amazed with creative ideas and concepts. Her enthusiasm and passion for decor is contagious to her team and clients alike.
Chris Condron - Senior Project/Design Manager
Over the past 10 years Chris has worked in the hospitality, carpentry, design, performing arts and event industries. Chris joined the divine team in 2006 managing production and logistics. Chris' strong event background allowed him to contribute infinite events solutions for divine clients. Chris primarily concentrates on creating design solutions for divine clients and looks after all special projects within the company. He also has a strong focus on event execution and delivery ensuring a high level of quaility control. Working closely with the production crew allows Chris to ensure the transition from sales to delivery is seamless
Lauren Franks - Senior Event Stylist
We welcomed Lauren to our growing team in 2010 in position of Senior Event Stylist. Originally from the US Lauren brings a charismatic vibe to our team, and her professionalism and creativity have enabled our company to grow. Lauren's background is in event and fashion styling/design and has recently worked for a leading Sydney event management company. Lauren also has worked for celebrity US event stylist David Tutera, an amazing experience in itself. Having also completed a Degree in Communications & Media Studies, Lauren has a wealth of knowledge in event marketing as well as styling. Lauren has a wonderful creative flair that shows in all her event work, as well as being a natural leader in our sales team. We are very proud to have Lauren as part of our Sales Team and look forward to her development as a great mentor and salesperson.
Roy Simpson - Senior Production Manager
Roy has extensive production and logistic experience and having worked in various Sydney event companies specialising in roadshow operations. He joined divine events in 2008 in the capacity of production assistant and was soon promoted to production coordinator. Recently Roy has been further promoted to Production Manager managing a verstile and efficient internal crew. Roy ensures that all divine events are executed impeccably and effectively oversees our pre-production and supplier processes. His outstanding ability to ensure all pre-event logistics are looked after makes him a highly valued and respected senior manager.
John Nguyen - Event Production Assistant
John is in our Production Department and brings great enthusiasm and vibrance to all his responsibilites. he recently completed a Diploma of Event Management & Tourism and is a very capable and committed team member and has rapidly grown throughout his induction training period. His humor and quick wit ensures there is a never a dull moment and as a result approaches all his work with a brilliant attitude. We look forward to developing John into a strong event professional who upholds our company values and adds vibrance to our dynamic culture.
Leticia Simpson - Production Supervisor
Leticia has been a casual team member of our set up crew since 2006. She has tertiary qualification in architecture and design, and a very strong eye for detail. Tish is a highly versatile individual who supervises event set ups and manages new crew members. She is a valued member of our production team and her in depth knowledge of our business, values and processes enable her supervise high quality event set ups.
Jared Mayne - Production Supervisor
Jared is a student from the International College of Management, who is currently working in our production team. Jared has been with the divine team since 2008, in various capacities. He is a bright and promising member of our team who has a conscientious 'can do' attitude. He has been involved in warehouse, operations as well as exhibition sales and client liaison.
Paige Jones - Production Stylist
Paige is beginning a great career in event styling, assisting both Production and Sales departments in daily tasks as well as special projects. Her exceptional attention to detail and willingness to learn has made her a great addition to our rapidly growing team. Paige shows strong design and communication skills, currently assisting her in streamlining interdepartmental proceses. We welcome Paige and hope that she enjoys her multi- facteted role, and look forward to seeing her develop into a successful event stylist.