Awards

The Gala Award in the event industry is what an Oscar is to the movie industry. It’s the most prestigious award. Top events worldwide are honored at the Special Event Gala Awards. The nominees are chosen by members of Special Events Magazine’s Advisory Board from a pool of entries representing event experts from around the world. The Galas have been awarded since 1986 and represent the pinnacle in special events. Lori Parks Corporate Events is honored to have been awarded the following.
Gala Award Winner: Best Event Produced for a Corporation or Association: Budget under $100,000
Gala Award Winner: Best Event Produced for a Corporation
Gala Award Winner: Best Multi-Day Incentive Event
Gala Award Winner: Best Theme Décor
Gala Award Winner: Best Wedding: Budget Over $2000 Per Guest
Gala Award Nominee: Best Event for a Corporation or Association: Budget Under $100,000
Gala Award Nominee: Best Achievement in Logistics
Gala Award Nominee: Best Multiple-Day Incentive Event


Lori is an honored recipient of the Founders Award by AlixPartners, a longtime client. The AlixPartners Founders Award is given to the best and brightest talent inside and outside of the firm. Honorees have demonstrated vision, commitment and leadership that in part are responsible for propelling the firm in revenue growth and profitability. Her efforts have helped to establish AlixPartners as the recognized global leader in corporate turnarounds, restructurings and financial advisory services. In addition, AlixPartners is renowned for their customer events produced exclusively by Lori Parks Corporate Events.
Founders Award