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Pilina Global Events & Sourcing

Bringing people
and ideas together

Achieve stress-free events with expert sourcing, AV solutions, and support.

20+ Years of Experience
Global Reach, Boutique Care
Independent Client-First Advocacy
Integrated Sourcing · Planning · AV

About Us

Bringing people and ideas together — creating meaningful connections and lasting impact

At Pilina, we specialize in creating meaningful connections through expert venue sourcing, AV solutions and event management for meetings and incentives. Founded in Hawaii in 2000, we now serve clients globally. We bring a personalized, boutique approach to every project. Our team leverages decades of industry expertise and deep relationships with hotels, resorts, and vendors worldwide to secure the best value for our clients.

We believe in going beyond the transactional — our mission is to form lasting partnerships by delivering exceptional service, strategic negotiation, and attention to detail. Our commitment to integrity, friendly collaboration, and supportive client satisfaction sets us apart. We're proud to offer the warmth and professionalism that's at the heart of everything we do.

Our Story

What We Do

Three disciplines. One integrated vision.

Strategic venue sourcing
01

Hotel & Venue Sourcing

Strategic sourcing for a changing world

We don't simply source hotels. We help organizations build smarter meeting strategies — with independent advocacy, global relationships, and expert negotiation that protects your budget and maximizes value.

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Event planning and management
02

Event Planning & Management

Beautifully orchestrated experiences

From intimate board retreats to global conferences, we craft seamless, high-impact events that bring your vision to life — with meticulous attention to every detail, and the warmth that makes it feel effortless.

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AV strategy and consulting
03

AV Strategy & Consulting

Technology in service of connection

An AV provider produces your event. An AV consultant advocates for it. Pilina saves clients an average of 25–40% on AV spend through strategic negotiation, right-sizing, and ensuring every technical decision serves your goals.

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Our Competitive Advantage

Everything works together — by design

While many firms offer one piece of the puzzle, Pilina delivers the whole picture. Our sourcing informs planning. Our planning informs AV. Our AV strategy informs the guest experience. Because these disciplines are managed by one integrated team, nothing falls through the cracks — and every decision is made in service of a singular, coherent vision.

Sourcing
The right venue shapes everything that follows — atmosphere, flow, technology possibilities, and guest experience.
Planning
Thoughtful program design translates venue potential into purposeful, human moments that move people.
AV Strategy
Technology, deployed intelligently, amplifies message, elevates atmosphere, and creates invisible excellence.
The Experience
What attendees feel, remember, and take home — the measure of everything we do.
Atmospheric landscape
Tropical destination
Mountain lake
Pilina — rooted in Hawaii, global in reach

Our Story

25 Years of Connection.
Reborn as Pilina.

Pilina — the Hawaiian word for relationship, connection, and bonding. It's about bringing people together, honoring our past and committing to the future.

Founded in Hawaii in 2000, Pilina is a boutique global events firm built on the belief that meaningful connection is the foundation of every extraordinary experience. We bring personalized service, deep industry expertise, and genuine care to every client — from first conversation to final moment.

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The People Behind the Work

You work with us directly.

No account managers, no handoffs. Every client works directly with a seasoned expert who is personally invested in your success. Our team brings decades of combined experience across hotel sourcing, event management, and AV strategy.

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Ari Shapiro
Emi
Young Weaver
Karen McConville

What Clients Say

Relationships built on results

"My needs were heard, expressed and understood — an outstanding range of experience and knowledge that is unparalleled. Received rave reviews — unsolicited — from every site that we worked with in the process. It would benefit your institution tremendously to use Pilina Global Events to meet your needs."

Samantha Westcott
Manager, Sponsored Projects

"They have been more than just an agency. They have truly been our partner and part of our team. Their creativity, resourcefulness and industry knowledge has been pivotal to the success of our incentives, both domestic & international. Their meeting management, budgeting, production capabilities and contracting skill have been transformational for our highest profile events."

Director of Global Events
Wiley

"Save time, money and avoid stress with our expertise. Expert negotiations securing lower costs and adding value. Savings up to 40% on AV costs — and peace of mind with seamless event execution. You don't have to do this alone."

Corporate Client
Global Events Program

Join Our Team

Find Your Freedom.
Build Your Future.

We offer flexible, commission-based roles for hospitality professionals who want to build their own book of business — with mentorship, no cold calling, and uncapped earning potential. Work on your terms, backed by a team that treats you like family.

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Cold calling required
100%
Flexible — work on your terms
Begin a conversation with Pilina

Let's Connect

Start a complimentary
discovery conversation.

Tell us about your event or program. We'll explore your goals together — no commitment, no pressure. Just an honest conversation about how we can help.

Or reach us directly: (808) 276-6968 · info@pilinaglobalevents.com