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PartySlate

Based in Chicago, Illinois
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About PartySlate

PartySlate is a platform that inspires people planning all types of events and connects them with the leading event professionals, vendors, and venues across the country and the world. People planning all types of events — from weddings and holiday parties to birthday parties and galas — come to PartySlate to find new and unique party ideas, discover the best local vendors and venues, and build their event teams. Event professionals, venues, and vendors use PartySlate to grow their businesses, connect with industry peers, and reach more clients. Companies can share photos and videos from all types of events, get recognized for their work with our unique crediting system, and use their content-rich profiles as portfolio-sharing tools. Since its founding in 2016, over 25,000 of the world’s top venues, planners and vendors have uploaded over 2,000,000 photos of real weddings, corporate events and celebrations to the platform.

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PartySlate offers a beautiful way to build your brand, grow your business and effortlessly build an engaging digital presence. As a premium member, you will also be invited to exclusive member-only networking events across the country. Learn More

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Meet the Team

Julie Roth Novack
CEO & Co-Founder
Julie Roth Novack is the CEO and Co-Founder of PartySlate. She brings over 20 years of digital experience overseeing global and national teams. Prior to PartySlate, Julie led the Sales & Service team at Vibes, a mobile marketing SAAS company. Julie proudly serves on the board of Lynn Sage Cancer Research Foundation, one of the nation’s leading breast cancer research and education charities. She also is on the board of Women Tech Founders and mentors female founders in the Chicago area.
John Haro
CTO & Co-Founder
John Haro is the CTO and Co-Founder of PartySlate, leading technology, product, and operations for the company. Prior to PartySlate, John was the Chief Technology Officer at Vibes, a mobile marketing SAAS company. Before Vibes, John grew iCrossing’s (ad-tech) product engineering and data services teams internationally up through the company’s exit to Hearst Media.
Phil Brown
COO
Phil joined PartySlate in 2023 and currently leads the company’s overall growth strategy and day-to-day operations. He has 15 years of experience in management consulting and operations strategy at tech companies like Uber and Sittercity. As a former performing musician and band leader, he loves solving problems event industry entrepreneurs face in the quickly changing digital world.
Tali Landau-Ofer
CFO
Tali Landau-Ofer joined PartySlate in 2019 as its Vice President of Finance and Operations. She brings over 15 years of financial and operations leadership in high-growth technology companies. Prior to joining the PartySlate team, Tali was the CFO at an early-stage venture capital fund. At the fund, Tali led all finance activities, including fundraising, financial reporting, financial due diligence, and management of portfolio companies.
Lauren Mandel
VP of Marketing
Lauren joined PartySlate with over 10 years of marketing, management, and leadership experience. As VP of Marketing, Lauren oversees the B2B, B2C, editorial, and event teams, with special attention on content strategy, digital marketing, and growth.
Chhavi Tiwari
VP of Product
Chhavi joined PartySlate with over 10 years of product, technology, and leadership experience. As the VP of Product, Chhavi helps oversee the mobile and desktop experience for PartySlate consumers and event companies.
Lilian Chen
VP of Operations
Lilian joined PartySlate in 2023, with 10 years of operations and strategy experience. As VP of Operations, Lilian leads PartySlate's Customer Success and Operations teams to ensure successful delivery of value to our customers. Prior to joining PartySlate, Lilian has a background as a tech investor and, most recently, was co-founder and COO of a virtual corporate events company.
Marlee Somerman
Customer Success Director
Marlee was born and raised in the event industry, and she is thrilled to bring over 10 years of hospitality, customer success, and leadership experience to PartySlate. As the Customer Success Director, Marlee oversees client relations and management for all regions across the country and the world.
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Frequently Asked Questions

  1. I'm planning a party and don't know where to start — how should I use PartySlate?
    2. We understand planning any type of event can be overwhelming, and PartySlate is here to help. We recommend starting by choosing your event date and looking for a venue. Browse our curated venue directory, then contact each directly to learn if they are available on your date.
  2. I’m planning an event that is not a wedding — can PartySlate still help me?
    3. Yes! PartySlate features thousands of real photos from all types of celebrations, including weddings, corporate events, birthday parties, baby showers, galas, and more. You can also contact and hire venues that can host all types of events, plus vendors with event experience you need.
  3. Can I use PartySlate to create a short list of venues or vendors?
    4. Absolutely. When you find a venue or vendor that you love, click the heart in the upper right corner to save it to an Idea Slate. You can share your short list with friends, family, planners, and more, then contact each to learn more.
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