About Aston Events
Since 2003 we’ve helped our clients to plan and deliver event programs that showcase their organization and contribute to their long-term success.
Aston Events & Communications is a full-service, conference and event management company. We provide high-quality business event planning services for not-for-profits, associations, government and business.
A comprehensive range of events
We’ve planned, managed and delivered hundreds of events: large-scale conferences and trade shows, AGMs, galas, appreciation events, government lobby days, product launches, B2B meeting programs and small intimate receptions.
Core services include: strategic event planning; conference, event and trade show management; communications and promotion; sponsorship; program planning; virtual and hybrid events; abstract management, logistics; B2B meeting management; registration; and on-site delivery.
Always at your side
We work hard to understand your specific needs and long-term vision – a collaborative and strategic approach that ensures your event goals align with your business strategy.
By designing, delivering and managing a flawless event, we support your success for the present and the long-term.
Our senior-level planners share an unparalleled wealth of experience and expertise. Whether you’re looking to host a meeting, conference or event, your organization is in safe hands.
Caroline Aston DES
Principal
Caroline has been planning conferences and events for associations, government, not-for-profits and business for 25 years.
Before launching Aston Events, Caroline was the Senior Manager of Communications for the Ontario Ministry of Tourism and Recreation and the Director of Communications for the YMCA of Greater Toronto. Her career includes award-winning work for BBC Television, as well as the Advertising & Design Club of Canada.
A graduate of Nottingham University, England, Caroline is an active member of the Canadian Society of Professional Event Planners (CanSPEP) where she sits on the Past-Presidents Council, and is a certified Digital Event Strategist (DES).
Caroline is the recipient of the 2022 Excellence in Leadership Award presented by the Canadian Society of Professional Event Planner (CanSPEP).
Janet Victor CMP
Program Manager
Janet is an award-winning planner (MPI Toronto’s Planner of the Year award) who has managed events for the association, corporate and government sectors for 30 years. She specializes in health-related conferences – a legacy of her professional background.
Janet also taught event planning at Ryherson University. She is an active member of Meeting Professionals International (MPI) and the Canadian Society of Professional Event Planners (CanSPEP). She has served as MPI Toronto Chapter’s President, as well as V.P Education for MPI Foundation Canada.
Kate Hendry
Registration Manager and Program Coordinator
Kate joined the team in 2017 as a student volunteer and quickly moved into the role of Registration Manager and Program Coordinator. Her strong organizational skills and attention to detail allows her to anticipate and solve problems before they occur. She creates a warm and welcoming registration process to ensure a great first impression for your event.
Kate is an active member of the Canadian Society of Professional Event Planners (CanSPEP) as part of the Event Committee and a member of Meeting Professionals International (MPI). She brings industry knowledge and best current practices as a Dean’s List graduate from George Brown College’s Special Event Management program.
