About our Company
Occasions Express is a luxury mobile event planning company serving the Chicagoland area. We have been executing fabulous events for over a decade. We specialize in weddings, birthday parties, baby showers, proms and so much more! Whatever you are planning, let Occasions Express create your dream event!
Our Team
Felita Calvin
Arlondria Jelks
Marvell Calvin
Meet Felita Calvin, she is the lead event planner and stylist for Occasions Express. Felita has been planning events part time for family and friends since 2007. As the party planning industry grew with new trends and designs so did Felita which lead her to begin styling events full time in 2016.
Planning weddings, showers and birthdays wa
Meet Felita Calvin, she is the lead event planner and stylist for Occasions Express. Felita has been planning events part time for family and friends since 2007. As the party planning industry grew with new trends and designs so did Felita which lead her to begin styling events full time in 2016.
Planning weddings, showers and birthdays was no longer just a hobby as it became a full time career move. Felita absolutely loves turning dreams into reality! Felita is fully invested in the success and growth of OE. She has attended training at KJacksons Design Academy, ATOE Master Academy, Brown Sugar Balloon Designs & Academy, and, HH-Creations to enhance her skills and event planning knowledge. She is READY and very capable of planning your next event.
If you want to know more about the woman behind Occasions Express contact us today!
Marvell Calvin
Arlondria Jelks
Marvell Calvin
Meet Ernest Calvin, also known as Marvell. He is the man behind the woman with the master plan, Felita's husband. Marvell is not only the manager, he is the backbone and muscle of Occasions Express! He assists with the loading, unloading, set up and breakdown at most events. Marvell brings so much to the team and has such as great persona
Meet Ernest Calvin, also known as Marvell. He is the man behind the woman with the master plan, Felita's husband. Marvell is not only the manager, he is the backbone and muscle of Occasions Express! He assists with the loading, unloading, set up and breakdown at most events. Marvell brings so much to the team and has such as great personality, He is often consulted about floor plans, color pallets, and themes. Marvell has a great eye for detail and is ready on event day to get the job done!
Arlondria Jelks
Arlondria Jelks
Arlondria Jelks
Meet Arlondria, known affectionally as Dria. Dria is the oldest daughter of Felita & Marvell and she is also Occasions Express HR consultant. She takes care of client questions, contracts, and invoices. On wedding day, Dria is Felita's co-pilot, she absolutely loves to assist with weddings, She will ensure your day goes off without a hit
Meet Arlondria, known affectionally as Dria. Dria is the oldest daughter of Felita & Marvell and she is also Occasions Express HR consultant. She takes care of client questions, contracts, and invoices. On wedding day, Dria is Felita's co-pilot, she absolutely loves to assist with weddings, She will ensure your day goes off without a hitch. No details are missed or forgotten, It's all about the Bride!
Tamia Calvin
LaDream Calvin
Arlondria Jelks
Meet Tamia, Tamia is the youngest daughter of Felita & Marvell. Tamia is definitely Felita's right hand on most of the smaller events. She has mastered the art of balloon décor for events. Tamia is excellent with children's parties! She has been working for the family business since the age of ten. She has assisted with countless event designs and is eager to work on your next event!
Tony Woodson
LaDream Calvin
LaDream Calvin
Meet Tony, Tony is the brother of Felita. Tony joined our team in early 2021. Tony brings his strengths and muscle power to OE. Being a mobile event planning company having strength is essential. We are pleased to welcome Tony on board, you will definitely be seeing him at your next event!
LaDream Calvin
LaDream Calvin
LaDream Calvin
Last but not least meet LaDream, she is our newest team member joining the OE family. She is our sister, and she brings to the team her eye for detail and that great camera lens. Ladream will be assisting with our fabulous set ups and capturing the beauty of it all. She is ready and excited to work on your next event.