H.E.R.O. is... Hospitality. Engaged in the Community. Reliable. Organized.

H.E.R.O. is HOSPITALITY

H.E.R.O. is ENGAGED IN THE COMMUNITY

H.E.R.O. is RELIABLE

H.E.R.O. is ORGANIZED

H.E.R.O. is... Hospitality. Engaged in the Community. Reliable. Organized. H.E.R.O. is HOSPITALITY H.E.R.O. is ENGAGED IN THE COMMUNITY H.E.R.O. is RELIABLE H.E.R.O. is ORGANIZED

Stephanie Calica, CMP

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Stephanie Calica, CMP, is a lifelong local of the Monterey Peninsula and offers over 20 years of experience in the Hospitality Industry, of which over a decade has been focused on the Events Industry.

Steph has held various positions across several hotel departments, restaurants, and special event venues, in addition to working with the area's Destination Management Organization. Her expertise encompasses a broad range of areas including meeting and event planning, group sales, conference services, catering, tradeshow logistics, marketing, reservations, and guest relations.

Throughout her career, Steph has collaborated with clients across the corporate, non-profit, educational, association, and government sectors, as well as countless wedding couples and social groups. She holds a degree in Hospitality Management as well as a current Responsible Beverage Service Certification. In addition, Steph has achieved the globally recognized credentials of Certified Meeting Professional and the IATAN travel agent accreditation, demonstrating her credibility and expertise in the Hospitality, Events, and Travel Industries.

Here’s What H.E.R.O. is Really About…

  • "Stephanie was my right (and often left!) hand throughout the planning process and execution of the Jewish Food Festival. She is literally the most organized person I know. She is an excellent communicator and consistently offered up great ideas which not only increased efficiency but also guest and volunteer satisfaction as well. I could not have done it without her!"

    -Lisa Averbuch, Event Chair, Carmel Jewish Food Festival

  • "Stephanie & H.E.R.O. Event Services are professional, efficient, creative, and trustworthy. I've worked with them in multiple contexts over several months and highly recommend their services."

    -Danny Bernstein, Managing General Partner, HawkTower

  • "H.E.R.O events brilliantly combines precision and creativity! Working with them was an absolute pleasure; their remarkable organizational skills paired with their innovative approach made our event a phenomenal success."

    -Julie Chase, Executive Director, Congregation Beth Israel

  • “I want to thank Stephanie for helping me put together my event! I have not stressed one bit thanks to her taking over. She is extremely professional but mostly passionate about what she does. I couldn't have done this event if it wasn't for her. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND HER!!! She will be from now on my every event planner.”

    -Loty McClain, Owner, SkinCare by Loty