Texas Women's Foundation Events

Beyond Ballroom Walls

Dallas has a hefty list of must-attend philanthropic luncheons each fall and Texas Women’s Foundation’s annual luncheon has reigned supreme on that list for advocates of women and girls. Formerly Dallas Women’s Foundation, Texas Women’s Foundation (TXWF) invited Ensemble to produce the luncheon for the first time in 2016.

Our challenge? Buck the norm. Get outside of the traditional way of thinking about a rubber chicken luncheon and drive impact and connection.

Since 2016, we have worked closely with the TXWF team to explore themes and messages inherent in the keynote speakers’ messages and we’ve found ways to further those messages to reach beyond the in-the-room audience.

2016 saw New Orleans artist Candy Chang speaking on her community-based art practice, featuring her “Before I Die…” walls. In response, we built and installed “A Better World Is…” walls in the lobby outside the luncheon ballroom and in malls around town.

2017 featured botanist and STEM advocate Hope Jaren. We complimented her talk with limited-edition custom trading cards (inspired by baseball cards) featuring fierce women in STEM fields.

As the years have progressed, we have continued to evolve and push boundaries with TXWF, including helping the organization launch its new statewide brand at its 35th Annual Luncheon, and in the past year, pushing to reach audiences across Texas through a virtual luncheon and supportive content like podcasts.

SCOPE OF WORK

Event Concept and Execution

Stage and Production Management

Video Production

Graphic Design Management

Exhibit/Special Project Management