Livents interviews Maria Aleman, owner and founder of The Sassy Shop Girl Events. The Sassy Shop Girl Events was created in 2009, to host and produce themed events in the name of women entrepreneurship and charity.
Livents: What is Sassy Shop Girl Events?
Maria Aleman: Sassy Shop Girl Events hosts events that encourage women entrepreneurs to be successful in the line of fashion. These women may be starting a fashion, accessory, or garment business and are looking for an opportunity to showcase their products. These events allow women to come together, network, and build relationships. Sassy Shop Girl Events are also a great way for buyers to find fashionable goods in one location at discounted rates. Above all, the admission to these events help raise money for charity.
Livents: What type of events will Sassy Shop Girl Events hosts in 2011?
Maria Aleman: There are three themed events that Sassy Shop Girl Events will host: "What Women Want" - Girls' Night Out, "The Mad Hatter" Fashion Show, and Havana Nights "A Night at the Tropicana" Gala.
- "What Women Want" - Girls' Night Out – There will fifty vendors with up-and-coming collections for the season. The event is age: 21 and up with open bar, music, shopping, hors d'oeuvres, and possible performers. Portions of the ticket proceeds will go towards finding a cure for autism.
- "The Mad Hatter" & Fashion Show – At this "Mad Hatter" event, guests must wear their most spectacular hats. The top four boutique stores of each county: Morristown, Bergan, Essex, and Passaic will walk the runway. Cesar Rosario, international designer from Puerto Rico, may be exhibiting his exclusive line and the sister company: Sassy Shop Girl, will be styling the runway models. A guest will have a chance to win an amazing prize through their "Best Hat" contest.
- Havana Nights "A Night at the Tropicana" Gala Event – The venue will be converted into the streets of Havana, Cuba, where guests will be encouraged to wear white linen shirts and dresses. An orchestra will be present playing Cuban music with served dinner, dancing, cigar rollers, domino tables, and much more. Portions of the proceeds will go towards the Make-A-Wish Foundation.
Livents: What is your favorite part about putting on Sassy Shop Girl Events?
Maria Aleman: I enjoy coordinating events with themes and gathering people together. The outcome of the events are absolutely rewarding.
Livents: What makes your company different?
Maria Aleman: My events are themed. My company brings in details that entices the guests to attend.
Livents: Where is the ultimate direction of your company?
Maria Aleman: The current focus is in New Jersey. But our ultimate goal is to move to different states and eventually to California. Our objective is to bring events where they are not currently held. These themed events bring people together and help raise money for various children and charities.
Livents: How do you think Sassy Shop Girl and Livents can work together?
Maria Aleman: Both companies have the opportunity to grow together with various target markets, experiences, knowledge, and followings.
