Client Testimonials
Harry Whitehorse International Wood Sculpture Festival
“Jane Schroeder was an exceptional event organizer for the Harry Whitehorse International Wood Sculpture Festival. Jane's detail-oriented approach and hands-on attitude made a significant impact on the success of our event. Whenever she noticed something that needed attention, she didn’t hesitate to jump in and take care of it. Her proactive and dedicated work ethic was invaluable. I highly recommend Jane for any future events.”
Deb Whitehorse,
Festival Co-Founder
Retirement Gatherings
“We had the pleasure of working with Jane for my husband’s retirement party planning. She was a delight to work with. She not only approached the event with her professional hat on, but also with personal caring and interest in making the event something very special. She was easy to communicate with, kept in touch with us throughout the process, was open to everyone’s thoughts, ideas and input. On the night of the party, our guests had an excellent and heartwarming experience. Jane was able to go with the flow, be open to changes, and respected our family’s input, involvement, and leadership for this very special event.”
Kathy Martinson
Retirement Gatherings
“The party was outstanding. The turnout was terrific, and our guests were impressed and moved. The room was beautiful, and Kaleidoscope Event Design with Upstairs/Downstairs Catering did an excellent job. It has taken a few days to recover from the overwhelming emotion of the event. Thank you, Jane, for your help making the party a success.”
Lester Pines & Roberta Gassman
Wisconsin Film Festival
“Jane and Kaleidoscope stepped in at the last minute as we were prepping the 2022 Wisconsin Film Festival (our first in-person Festival in three years) and literally made magic happen. We had a venue cancel our after-hours events at basically the last second; Jane miraculously found us new venues, creating events that were exponentially better than the ones we had planned. We booked her for our 2023 Festival before the lights went out on our 2022 Fest and she’s been with our team ever since!”
Ben Reiser,
Director of Operations
Wisconsin Film Festival
Weddings
“Jane was an absolute pleasure to work with, we couldn’t have pulled off our beautiful wedding day without her help! She assisted us every step of the way providing support, solutions, and anticipating problems before they arose. When we had no idea how to plan a rehearsal, Jane was right there helping us create the perfect event. She was always friendly and professional, making us feel completely comfortable in her capable hands. Jane’s attention to detail was essential in the days leading up to our wedding, and I’m so grateful I got to focus on the fun parts of the day while she took on the direction of our vendors and event staff. I can’t express how grateful we were to have her help and I would highly recommend Kaleidoscope Event Design for Jane’s outstanding wedding coordination services. I can’t say enough good things about our experience!”
Grace & John
Community Events
“For many years Jane has helped make the Urban Cabaret at Monona Terrace a dynamic and successful event that builds community, showcases local urban artists, and raises funds to support Urban League of Greater Madison’s programming. Additionally, Jane event managed the annual Madison-Dane County MLK Day Observance at the Overture Center for the Arts many times. Most recently, we hired Jane to manage the ribbon-cutting event at the new Black Business HUB and have her back as the event lead for the Urban Cabaret as we emerge post-pandemic. Jane routinely brings fresh and exciting ideas, rich production values, and excellent organizational skills that ensure our multi-faceted programs run smoothly.”
Ruben L. Anthony, President & CEO
Urban League of Greater Madison
and
Edward Lee, Senior Vice President
Urban League of Greater Madison
Community Fundraisers
“As a long-time board member of Children’s Theater of Madison, I’ve attended many fundraisers for CTM and many local non-profits. I was blown away by the “Septacular” event Jane Schroeder arranged recently for CTM at the new Madison Youth Arts Center. The food, specialty beverages, music, decorations, and flow of the evening was magical. This was all conducted in a safe and friendly environment. Jane Schroeder and Kaleidoscope Event Design put the “fun” back in “fundraiser” for me, and I highly recommend her services!”
Kathleen Ricci
Children’s Theater of Madison
Board of Directors
Intimate Gatherings
“I have had the great pleasure of working with Jane on several occasions. She is organized, thorough, and always adds special touches to make every event feel personalized and unique. Jane genuinely cares about each client she works with and is a wonderful, personable presence at each event she hosts.”
Lauren Montelbano
Executive Chef and Owner, The Vibrant Veg
Celebrations of Life
“Hiring Jane at Kaleidoscope Event Design to help with my husband Ed’s Celebration of Life event was one of the smartest things I’ve ever done. It took no time for her to be in sync with the look, the vibe, and the sense of hospitality I envisioned to help our family and friends truly celebrate Ed’s life and legacy. I worried that an event planner would not be into an event that wasn’t a high-end wedding, but from day one, Jane was on board to not only help me create a memorable event, she also jumped at the chance to take any tasks off my to-do list understanding I was deeply grieving while trying to organize an event for 300 people. She was pure pleasure to work with — warm, open, organized, resourceful, and creative. It was also brilliant to have Jane managing the bazillion day-of details, so I could be present for all the people who came from near and far out of respect for Ed. In the end, the event was simply magical. And that’s not an exaggeration — friends and family raved about the event. Guests who planned to just drop in, stayed. And more than a few people told their partners, “I want a party like that when I die.’”
Kristin Groth
Corporate Events
“I’ve worked many events, and I must admit, the ones designed by Jane have been nothing short of magical! Everything is thoughtfully prepared down to the smallest embellishment. She has a keen eye for detail, a holistic understanding of the aura each event projects, and a very calming personality that makes working with her, well, not work! Her knowledge of seasonality and her commitment to supporting local purveyors shine through from the flowers on the table to the cocktails in your glass. Prepare to be blown away!”
Logan Morrow
Farm Specialist, Exact Sciences & Former Culinary Gardener, Promega Corporation
And a note from Jane, “Logan is also a visionary & mixologist extraordinaire.”
Neighborhood Celebrations
“Jane has a flair for the original and a talent for crafting tailored events for clients, friends, and her neighborhood. From the Eclectica Market that brought together small business vendors, area artists, and neighbors enjoying food, beverages, and local dancers and musicians, to the D-Street Porch Sessions featuring local bands and enjoyed by approximately 150 friends and neighbors. Jane’s events are unique, creative, community-building, and fun for all. She is an asset to have on any event team!”
Diana Wheeler
East Madison
