André Anthony Wells
Founder and CEO of Events by André Wells (EAW)
A heightened gift of ingenuity, creativity, and vision has afforded André Anthony Wells recognition as one of the most talented and referenced event planners today. Recently named one of the Top 35 Event Designers in North America by leading event industry publication BizBash, Wells’ imprint as an innovator within the industry is unmistakable. With an exceptional knack for the harmony found within details, Wells has always had the keen ability to see the picture within the picture, whether it be a dream destination wedding, a glamorous social ball, or an over glamorous fundraising gala.
Wells is the Founder and CEO of Events by André Wells (EAW); a nationally recognized, full-service event planning firm with headquarters in Los Angeles and Washington, DC. EAW caters to a who’s who list of high society, executives, heads of state and celebrities throughout the country. Having coordinated 4,000-plus special events nationally and internationally and having celebrated a 10th anniversary in 2013, the EAW signature experience has graced presidential inaugural balls, red carpet premiers, celebrity tributes, Hollywood galas, congressional and senate affairs, societal weddings, and major political and charity fundraisers. Wells’ work has been cited in countless publications with numerous events featured and syndicated across major networks. His client list includes Walt Disney, CNN, BET, PBS, ABC, DELL, NBC, Vanessa Redgrave, Patti Labelle, Aretha Franklin, Stevie Wonder, Smokey Robinson, Robert Johnson, Charles Rangel, Debra Lee, and the President.
In addition to being an industry expert and resource for up and coming event professionals, Wells has devoted countless hours volunteering within inner city schools, serving as a mentor and panel speaker. He additionally lends his time and resources to raise funds and awareness in support of under-privileged youth in underserved communities throughout the nation. His passion for beauty and events is mirrored with a passion for community service.