About

Sparkes Event Solutions is a Virginia-based event planning firm that blends project management precision with creative event design to deliver experiences that are both elevated and effective. Founded by Ebony M. Sparkes, a seasoned project and quality management professional turned event strategist, the firm is built on the belief that exceptional events don’t happen by accident—they’re the result of well-defined processes, clear communication, and meaningful collaboration.

With a background in IT project management and quality assurance, Sparkes Event Solutions brings a unique level of operational discipline to the event planning industry. Every event—whether a corporate retreat, multi-day conference, community celebration, or branded activation—is approached with the same care as a high-stakes project. From scoping to execution, Sparkes Event Solutions is known for its ability to deliver on-time, on-budget, and beyond expectations.

The firm specializes in three core areas:

Corporate Events: Executive offsites, team-building retreats, holiday parties, and client appreciation events—all designed to strengthen culture and connection.

Community Engagement: Festivals, seasonal celebrations, and HOA events that build local pride and increase participation.

Strategic Retreats & Leadership Summits: Multi-day experiences that blend intentional content with curated activities to drive alignment, innovation, and impact.

Sparkes Event Solutions was named one of the Top 10 Event Planners in the Washington, D.C. metro area by the Washington Business Journal and continues to be recognized for its innovation, consistency, and client-first mindset.

As a certified Women’s Business Enterprise (WBE) and Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) through WBENC and the SBA, Sparkes Event Solutions is proud to represent the future of supplier diversity. The firm actively seeks partnerships with corporations, agencies, and organizations that value inclusive procurement and purpose-driven results.

What sets Sparkes Event Solutions apart isn’t just the logistics—it’s the leadership. Ebony Sparkes and her team operate with a strong sense of integrity, thoughtfulness, and strategic foresight. Clients trust the firm not just to plan events, but to solve problems, anticipate needs, and deliver with excellence. Whether managing 50-person offsites or 5,000-attendee festivals, Sparkes Event Solutions provides a seamless and memorable experience for all stakeholders.