NATURALLY APART OF AN DIVERSE, OPEN-MINED, CREATIVE INDUSTRY...and LOVING EVERY MINUTE OF IT.
Visuwil (vis-u-wil) Creative Concepts = Innovative Events
What wine is so sparkling, so fragrant, so intoxicating, as possibility! - Kierkegaard
CHECK-OUT MY CREATIVE WORK ON CBS NEWS under "TELEVISION" BELOWABOUT MY BUSINESS & ME
Artist, visionary, extrovert, and perfectionist, that's me, all rolled and enveloped into one. When it comes to orchestrating fun times and initiating creative ideas, with the utmost of enthusiasm, I insist on meeting the challenge. I have vision and on occasion I’ve had the most inspirational visions, which have propelled me to create new and innovative material. I am often motivated to think outside of the box of the mundane and ordinary.
I’ve worked at some of Chicago’s finest establishments and have been centered in the limelight of some of the grandest and the most elegant catered events.
While working with some of Chicago’s most prestigious restaurants and high-volume catering establishments, I was instrumental in increasing these businesses' revenues by developing unique marketing strategies for their special events.
Also, I was able to produce hands-on formal and informal, elegant and extravagant dining experiences for various clienteles.
Thus, they prospered and expanded, and I prospered, gained even broader knowledge and experience of event planning, plus had a splendid time working each and every event. I am considered to have the vision for developing the most elaborate, detailed, innovative, and enjoyable events.
I SUPPORT:
charitable organizations, local business, sports teams, the arts-performers, musicians, models, actors, djs, community events, both corporate and social.
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ABOUT THE VISIONARY:
"visuwil" - Will Harrison a native of Chicago. Owner of the creative design firm VISUWIL (www.visuwil.com), and may in fact be the most recognizable face in Chicago these days. Harrison is ever present along the North Halsted strip promoting and marketing various ventures he's involved in and throughout the city.
THE VISION:
The process for inventing any event or for the development of a theme can be challenging or simple depending on the theme. Either way the process to plan the event takes months of work & creative thought on details – THIS ENSURES A SUCCESSFUL EVENT!!
I always start with a "consistent formula". Appealing to ALL of the human senses...focusing on SIGHT. SOUND. TASTE. and TOUCH.
I really love combining ideas to create something different & innovative. Creating that “WOW†effect for all who attend! It's ALWAYS sure to be a night to remember!!!!!
The events are ALL quite colorful & whimsical. I can’t really say which one is my favorite.
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ABOUT NITRO:
The most notably of events include the successful monthly NITRO theme parties at Circuit Nightclub for which he promotes & creates all the visual concepts with owners (thank you Mike & Patrick) and staff (special thank you to: Tommy, Smokey & Jorge) of Nightlife Unlimited.
NITRO reflects the unique style, dance music and ambience of Chicago's BOOM BOOM Room (Mondays @ Green Dolphin Street) with mesmerizing visuals and creative theatrics of the nationally known Cirque du Soleil.
The NITRO events always tend to come off BIG & BOLD because of the support & details which go into the event. I love to create “over the top†& “out-of-the-box†type of artistic work.
NITRO delivers an explosive entertainment experience monthly.
MARKETING THE CONCEPT:
I have marketed this event to inspire ALL Chicagoans (str8, gay or indifferent) to enjoy their lives by supporting the arts & local nightlife! It's about having FUN!
Normally, the event attracts a very large and diverse...not necessarily a complete gay/lesbian crowd; various cultures, races and genders ranging from 500 to over a 1000 per night!
The cost to produce theme events range high & low. I really can work any budget. But, sometimes it means spending a bit more $$$$ to maximize the overall effect. I believe that it is ALL worth it in the end for businesses who are striving to market their establishments or a product. It is simply an INVESTMENT FOR LIFE!
I want to get people's ATTENTION! And, when you get people's attention...you can gather their support towards almost anything worthwhile.
There has been an enormous amount of support for the NITRO event…and I thank everyone for believing in my ideas.
MY OUT LOOK ON SOCIAL LIFE IN CHICAGO:
Chicago has developed a non-liberal/conservative and “small town†mentality; which prevents events like this from being produced.
I believe that anyone can stay at home or go to a local dive to have a quiet drink but having this sort of event monthly provides a new arena to explore and to remember for months ahead.
I thank those who attend the event and who enjoy themselves.
The PHOTOS & REVIEWS speak highly of our efforts!
NOTE: PHOTOGRAPHY/IMAGES BY visuwil & chosen CREATIVE PHOTOGRAPHERS:
*MATTHEW MARK RHODES
*MATT HARPER
*CHRIS KNIGHT
*RYAN
*MEDIA PHOTOGRAPHY by DAVE OUANO
CORPORATE & SOCIAL REVIEWS:
• “We heard noting but rave reviews.†– City of Chicago, Mayor’s Office of Special Events
• “…thank you so very much for hosting one of the best opening night parties ever!†- Steppenwolf Theatre Company
• “what an outstanding young man…it would be nice if everyone in the hospitality industry understood the true meaning of that word and was able to act accordingly.†– L. Mindel, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer - Il Fornaio
• “Thank you so much for your tremendous service and attention to detail.†– Megean Coldwells, Publisher – Unique Homes Magazine
• …it was your excellent service and attention to detail that prompted me to re-book again this year.†- Fiona Collin, Director of Operations – Conference and Travel Management, Inc.
• “Everybody was crazy about the food, the presentation, the table settings, everything!†“It was simply superb.†- Lincoln Park Zoo, Zoo Ball Committee
• “Your flexibility during the planning process and positive attitude throughout was greatly appreciated.†- Proactive, Inc.
• “…thanks for providing us an affordable, elegant party.†– Deidre Noll, Perkins & Will
• “The event was beautiful…maybe a little too nice for the guest.†– Diversity Committee – Peggy Notebart Nature Museum
• “Thank you for the wonderful work you did to make our Gala the success that it was.†– Alliance Francaise de Chicago
• “Thank you again for all your help and guidance in helping me with this very special but stressful time. I just want you to know how impressed I am by your professionalism and demeanor. I really do appreciate your ability to stay clam, reasonable and creative when dealing with a crazed bride like me.†– L. Kramer, Another Satisfied Bride
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NITRO REVIEWS
"VisuWil"
a multi-talented company devoted to innovative and creative concepts, brings together fascinating elements for each monthly NITRO theme events.
VISUWIL KUDOS and AMAZING WORK...THANK YOU!!!
This guy, Will Harrison is SUPERMAN... No, for real! I have been blown away by what this man can put together and the talent he has at his finger tips. Vegas meets Chicago. Chicago Meet Will. I have not the time or words to do Justice to what this one man can do. I find myself typing and bowing in utter amazement. Give this man a call or check out his sight and go from there.
You want LARGE, he brings HUGE!
