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Chief Experience Officer-KIS (cubed) Events

Regarded as one of the top Southeast Asian event marketing producers, Nirjary Desai is the Chief Experience Officer and Founder of KIS (cubed) Events, specializing in one-of-a-kind event experiences with serious wow factor for some of the top brands, celebrities and personalities across the US and globally. 

Born in Zambia, raised in South Carolina and educated in London, Nirjary’s polycultural upbringing instilled a passion for global travel, socially conscious businesses, and inclusive community building.

 “In the face of adversity, I want to ensure that all human beings have access to opportunities and a community that truly understands them. And I believe each one of us has the power to influence the world around us by creating our version of change.”

After earning her MBA in International Marketing & Management in London, Nirjary worked within the hospitality and travel sector with American Airlines, IHG Hotels, Starwood Hotels & Resort. Nirjary went on to found several brands and businesses designed to serve the travel and hospitality industry–including a S3 Catering, Glam Squad, Bridal Elements, KIS (cubed) Events, and Leave Her Mark, a conference series to help educate, elevate and inspire women to find their passion and achieve their goals. 

Nirjary has been featured in Harper’s Bazaar India, Grace Ormonde, Huffington Post, Mandala Weddings, and many others. She has worked with premier brands including Audible by Amazon, the Hillary Clinton campaign, The Ritz-Carlton, and Delta Airlines..

CEO/Founder D’Concierge Events

When Darryl Moore, founder of D’Concierge Weddings, was featured in Black Enterprise as a Modern Man in 2015, it was more than a magazine title; it was an introduction to the world.

This Modern Man, who also serves as Creative Director and Planner Extraordinaire is a man of the twenty-first century, having planned stylish weddings for brides across the United States. After beginning his business almost, a decade ago, Darryl Moore knew that he wanted to transform beautiful visions into bold realities. While based in Houston, the D’Concierge brand serves couples from East Saint Louis to the Eiffel Tower of Paris, France. Throughout his career, Darryl Moore has assisted in the preparation of celebrity weddings of entertainers, athletes as well as notable figures of the Michelle Obama Administration Staff.

In addition to weddings and events, Darryl Moore and his team has designed for the Real Housewives of Atlanta and Truly Original Productions for over three seasons. His work also includes set design and wedding planning for Vh1 in Los Angeles, California. He also has a massive catalogue of work that has been showcased on local Houston networks including ABC, Fox and TMZ.

When Darryl isn’t planning or serving the industry, he can be found spending time with his

husband, Jarod or enjoying quality time with his family and close friends. His love for planning is often seen celebrating those closest to him.

When Darryl Moore founded his company, he realized the need for more African American males in the wedding and events industry. He saw a need and sought to fill it. D’Concierge Weddings has made an indelible mark and Darryl Moore continues to prove that he is indeed a Black Modern Man, poised to serve the industry now and in the year ahead.

Chair International Live Events Association Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Task Force

Account Manager AFFAIRS to REMEMBER

Bringing nearly three decades of hospitality, business management and sales experience and expertise to AFFAIRS to REMEMBER, Steve M. Moore joined the AFFAIRS family in January 2019 as an Account Executive, responsible for sales and execution of full event productions.

With a steadfast commitment to exceeding client expectations and providing superior customer service, as well as being energized with the tenacity of a high-achiever, yet highly personable, Steve’s breadth of special events knowledge, at every level, continues to translate into nearly countless happy clients, as well as industry colleagues.

Steve has served on the International LIve Events Association Greater Atlanta Chapter Board in numerous roles including Director of Membership; Director of Programs and Education; VP of Communications; and, President. In 2020, Steve was asked to Chair the International Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Task Force dedicated to ensuring inclusion for all throughout ILEA’s membership and practices.

C.E.O- SGI Leadership

Tony combines his Human Resource professional experience with 15+ years of leadership experience both in business and military to elevate individuals and companies through performance management and tailored development plans.  As both an entrepreneur and leader for the largest Global Retail Pharmacy he has successfully implemented many change management initiatives that have sustained and adopted talent management and

succession planning curriculums. Launched organizational and Individual image and branding. Progressed the Corporate Social Responsibility Agenda as well as Implementation and Sustainability Programs. Named by Prince Charles in 2015 as The Global Ambassador for Business in The Community – Global Citizen. Provided ongoing mentorship in career building, mapping and structures to not only businesses but individuals as well through his personalized mentoring program. Supported and accelerated diversity and inclusion programs locally and globally. Created and maintained engagement and influence through social media presence and platforms with a cross generational audience.

There’s no surprise that Tony was named Black Enterprise Men of Distinction 40 under 40 in 2016.  Tony combines his passion of people and talent to deliver ultimate and long-term success.   He truly understands there is no way to add value to others without adding value to yourself. 

Currently he is charged with Field Operations and Communications with the largest organization in the world (Fortune 50) by ensuring they not only attract but maintain the best and top talent by bridging communications and execution with those closest to the work.