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IATA Accredited
Meet Your Planner
Keeley Shree
Corporate Event Planner & Experience Strategist  ·  Boutique DMC  ·  Houston, Texas
With 15+ years planning corporate events across the U.S. in oil & gas, real estate, healthcare, and professional services communities, I founded SOULESTA Co. on a single belief: your event's job isn't to run smoothly — it's to accomplish something. As an IATA-accredited travel agent and boutique destination management company, I serve both Houston corporate clients and the incentive houses and third-party planners who bring groups to our city.
15+ Years Experience
IATA Accredited
Award Winning
Boutique DMC
7 States Served
Houston BASED
Corporate Events & Boutique DMC Houston, Texas  ·  IATA Accredited

Where Elevated Experiences
Meet Flawless Execution

Houston's boutique corporate event planning and destination management company. Specializing in oil & gas, real estate, and corporate events — with the travel credentials to take your program anywhere.

Elegant corporate event
15+ Years in Event Planning
7 States Served
IATA Accredited Travel Agent
O&G Energy Specialist
DMC Boutique Destination Mgmt
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Our Practice

A Boutique Practice Built on Industry
Knowledge and Genuine Relationships

We are a Houston-based boutique event planning and destination management company with deep roots in the city's oil & gas, real estate, and corporate business communities. Over 15+ years, we've built a practice founded on trust, precision, and a genuine understanding of the industries we serve.

Unlike large agencies that treat corporate events as a production line, we work as a true extension of your team — bringing the attention, responsiveness, and accountability of a boutique practice to every engagement, regardless of scale.

Our IATA accreditation and incentive travel experience extend our capabilities beyond local event production. We coordinate group travel programs, hotel blocks, and full incentive trips for corporate clients worldwide — and serve as a destination management resource for organizations and travel industry professionals bringing groups to Houston.

Industry-Fluent Planning
We understand corporate culture and legal compliance across several industries — no learning curve, no hand-holding on industry basics.
Boutique by Design
Small enough to care deeply about every detail. Experienced enough to handle every complexity. You always have a direct line to your planner.
IATA-Accredited Travel
Full credentials to manage group travel — air, hotel blocks, ground — for corporate incentive programs departing or arriving in Houston.
Transparent & Accountable
Clear contracts, honest budgets, and consistent communication from first inquiry to final invoice. No surprises, no runarounds.
Corporate Event Planning

Full-Service Events for
Houston's Organizations

From executive retreats to company-wide celebrations, we manage every detail so your team can show up and lead — not manage logistics.

Corporate event
01
Meetings & Conferences
Board meetings, leadership summits, shareholder events, and multi-day conferences — professionally produced and flawlessly executed.
02
Fundraising & Recognition
Fundraising galas, awards dinners, milestone celebrations, and team appreciation events that raise funds and honor those in your organization.
03
Client Appreciation Events
Exclusive dinners, curated experiences, and hospitality programs designed to deepen client relationships and reflect your brand.
04
Team Building & Retreats
Offsite strategy sessions and experiences that balance productivity with genuine connection — planned to the last detail.
05
Holiday & Milestone Events
Year-end celebrations, company anniversaries, product launches, holiday parties and grand openings that reflect your culture at its best.
06
Vendor & Venue Management
Full sourcing, contract negotiation, and on-site management. One point of contact for every moving part of your event.

CORPORATE & DESTINATION EVENT RECAPS

By Keeley Shree April 5, 2026
Transforming the Auction Experience for Stages Theater When it comes to fundraising galas, design isn’t just about aesthetics—it’s about strategy. For the “Tiny Beautiful Things” Spring Fundraising Gala at Stages Theater in Houston, our goal was clear: create an immersive auction experience that would increase guest engagement and ultimately drive more bids. What resulted was an unforgettable Enchanted Garden–inspired auction environment that not only captivated guests—but kept them lingering longer, interacting more, and contributing at a higher level. 
By Keeley Shree October 18, 2025
Luxury Corporate Incentive Trip to Tucson
By Keeley Shree September 17, 2025
CORPORATE EVENT IN AUSTIN'S HILL COUNTRY
By Keeley Shree August 13, 2025
ARTAVIA Model Home Tour in Conroe Corporate Event Planning Houston
By Keeley Shree January 17, 2025
CORPORATE HOLIDAY PARTY IN HOUSTON 
Boutique DMC & Incentive Travel
Your Houston Ground Partner
for Incentive Programs & Group Travel

We serve as the Houston-based destination resource for incentive houses, third-party planners, and corporate travel managers who need experienced, credentialed local execution for incoming or outbound group programs.

IATA-Accredited Travel Agent  ·  Group Incentive Travel Specialist
Incentive travel group event
Houston destination
01
Venue Sourcing & Management
Houston venue sourcing, site inspections, contract negotiation, and full F&B logistics management for incoming groups.
02
Ground Transportation
Airport transfers, motor coach coordination, shuttle logistics, and private car services for groups of any size.
03
Hotel Block Management
Room block negotiation, rooming list management, and accommodations coordination with Houston's major hotel properties.
04
Group Activity Programming
Curated Houston experiences — culinary tours, cultural excursions, and private events tailored to your group's profile.
05
Outbound Incentive Travel
Full travel coordination for Houston-based corporate groups departing on incentive programs — air, hotel, ground, and destination production.
06
On-Site Program Management
Full on-site staffing and vendor management for multi-day programs. On the ground from first arrival to final departure.
Why Houston Delivers
World-Class Dining
One of the most diverse culinary cities in the US, with James Beard-recognized chefs and private dining that rivals any major market.
Major Venue Inventory
Marriott Marquis, Hilton Americas, the George R. Brown Convention Center, and dozens of distinctive private venues.
Strong Air Access
Two major airports with direct service nationwide and internationally — highly accessible for groups from any origin city.
Unique Experiences
NASA, the Museum District, the Energy Corridor, the Ship Channel — distinctive, only-in-Houston programming that leaves an impression.

Destination Events

We are based in Houston, Texas but we can plan an event wherever your organization needs us.


Types of Destination events we plan:

  • Incentive trips
  • Wellness Retreats
  • Conference events

Planned destination events and trip locations include:

  • Arizona
  • Tucson - The Ritz-Carlton (2025)
  • California
  • Laguna Niguel - The Ritz-Carlton 
  • San Diego - Hotel Del Coronado
  • Florida 
  • Florida Keys - Isla Bella
  • Rosemary Beach - The Pearl 
  • West Palm Beach - The Breakers 
  • New York
  • New York City - The Ritz-Carlton
  • North Carolina 
  •  Asheville - The Biltmore
  • South Carolina 
  • Charleston - The Vendue  
  • + International
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How We Work

A Clear Process for Both Services

Corporate Event Planning
1
Discovery Call
A focused 30-minute conversation to understand your event goals, budget, audience, and timeline. Real conversation, not a generic questionnaire.
2
Custom Proposal
Within 1 week: detailed concept, budget breakdown, venue recommendations, and timeline milestones.
3
Planning & Coordination
Every vendor, contract, and logistics detail managed with regular updates. One point of contact throughout.
4
Flawless Execution
On the day, we handle everything. Post-event, a full summary sets up future planning.
DMC & Incentive Travel
1
RFP or Program Brief
Send your program brief — group size, dates, objectives, and budget. We respond with a detailed proposal within 1 week.
2
Program Development
Collaborative refinement, site inspections, vendor selection, and detailed logistics planning with full visibility for your team.
3
Contracting & Logistics
All local vendor contracts, hotel blocks, and transportation managed — with consolidated reporting throughout.
4
On-Site & Post-Program
Full on-the-ground execution followed by financial reconciliation and a complete program summary.
Who We Work With

Two Distinct Audiences.
One Trusted Partner.

Our corporate event planning services are designed for Houston-area companies — their Executive Assistants, HR Leaders, Office Managers, and Marketing teams who need a planner they can trust completely.

Our DMC and incentive travel services are designed for organizations and travel and events industry professionals — incentive houses, third-party planners, hotel convention services teams, and corporate travel managers who need a credible Houston ground operator.

Most people who find us are looking for one or the other. A meaningful number discover they need both. Either way — we're the same point of contact, with the same standard of care.

1
EAs, Office Managers & HR Directors
Houston corporate professionals who manage vendor relationships and coordinate internal events for their organizations.
2
Incentive Houses & ITCs
Firms who need a reliable, credentialed Houston destination operator for client incentive programs — inbound or outbound.
3
Third-Party Meeting Planners
Independent and agency planners managing Houston programs who need a trusted local partner for sourcing, logistics, and execution.
4
Corporate Travel Managers
In-house travel managers at Houston energy and corporate companies coordinating group travel or incentive programs.
5
Hotel Convention Services & CVB Referrals
Houston hotel properties and Visit Houston referrals seeking a trusted DMC resource for incoming group business.
Industries Served
Oil & Gas Energy Education Food Services Healthcare Professional Services Finance & Banking Law Firms Technology Real Estate Non-Profit Associations

Testimonials

Our Testimonials

“Thank you for all of the coordinating that went into getting us all organized and ready for the event. The event was perfection and a true production!”

Corporate Celebration of 350+ people

“As usual you outdid yourself again. Thank you for all the hard work you do to make nights like last night happen!” -

Corporate Celebration of 100 people

For Houston Organizations
Ready to Plan Your Next Corporate Event?
2026 and 2027 dates are filling. Whether you have a fully formed concept or just a date and a headcount, let's start the conversation this week.
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For Industry Professionals
Have a Houston Program or RFP?
We respond to all professional program inquiries within one business day and can accommodate rush RFP timelines when needed.
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