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The CTC Events team is a group of like-minded experts, with proven dedication to our craft and beyond-expectations service.
Managing Partner and President
Chris Soto is the driving force and guiding hand behind CTC Events. He’s a proven leader specializing in strategic planning, theme development, branding, event logistics, productions and overall client satisfaction. Chris’ infectious enthusiasm brings a positive, can-do approach to all projects. He lights up during creative brainstorming and thrives on the challenge of transforming client’s concepts into successful conclusions.
With over 20 years in the hospitality industry – and career growth from Hotel Sales Director, to Food & Beverage Director, to General Manager of a #1 occupancy performing Marriott – his passion for creating unique and memorable experiences ultimately led to the launching of CTC Events along with co-founding partner Matthew Brown. Chris and Matthew’s combined strengths, experiences and passion to succeed have made CTC Events the success it is today, with more than 30,000 attendees at over 100 produced events.
Chris holds a B.S. in Hotel and Restaurant Management from East Stroudsburg University.
CSEP, CMP
Managing Partner and President
Matthew Brown has built a sterling reputation on trust, consistently delivering results beyond expectations for his corporate and pharmaceutical clients, no matter the scale or the complexity of the event. Matthew’s tried, tested and deeply rooted logistical skills, coupled with his results-oriented nature, help direct a client’s raw concept into a smoothly coordinated masterpiece.
Matthew’s roots run deep in hospitality, with diverse experiences in hotels, which began as a doorman at a large convention hotel followed by banquets, front office, sales and then convention services, which sparked his passion for the events and productions. As an event planner, Matthew has produced hundreds of high-end events throughout the US, Latin America, Caribbean, and Europe. His talents and creativity have earned him recognition, including nominations for awards from Special Events magazine. In 2008, Matt launched CTC Events along with his partner Chris Soto, and together they have been successfully Motivating, Educating, and Celebrating audiences worldwide.
Matthew holds a B.S. in Hotel and Restaurant Management from East Stroudsburg University and is a Certified Special Events Professional (CSEP) & Certified Meeting Planner (CMP).
The work starts here, grounded in the core values that support our process from concept to conclusion. These are the key ingredients to a successful CTC-produced event. But of course we can’t divulge all of our secrets here… Check out our Concepts to Conclusions page to peek “behind the curtain” and see how we take an event from the birth of the idea and nurture it to its full-blown glory.
“Fun” is a critical component to effective learning. We create innovative ways for you to connect with your audience in the most meaningful – and memorable – ways possible.
We’ll lead the way with excitement and a sense of fun. We create events that leave you and your team invigorated and ready to take your business to the next level.
Running an honest and trustworthy business is ingrained in everything we do. We commit to honest, ethical business practices at every stage of event planning.
Anyone can host an event. CTC Events has the insight to make it have a lasting effect. Inspire your audience with positive messages delivered in signature CTC Events style.
Yes, it may sound trite. But it’s true: we love the work we do and that passion reflects in the attention we pay to every detail to make your event live up to your highest expectations.
We plan and prepare for every possible worst case scenario, and expect for the best. We know how to navigate potential obstacles so your guests only experience an event that’s flawless.
Flexibility is an absolute must in our business. Our experienced staff change tack throughout the planning phase to correct any problems that could blow an event off course.
We make it a priority to stay on the cutting edge of time- and problem-saving advancements so we optimize efficiency to deliver a fair bottom line.
We start by listening. We develop a plan that fits your goals and objectives and then adapt our services to honor your needs and those of your audience – all at a fair, reasonable cost.
