With more than four decades of experience in marketing, promotions, event leadership, and nonprofit management, I’ve built a career rooted in connecting people with purpose and community. My work spans corporate marketing, large-scale public events, franchise leadership, and mission-driven organizations—each role shaped by thoughtful strategy, creative execution, and a deep belief in the power of relationships.
I have worked with Yvette for several years and collaborated with her for several events throughout those years including Thunder on the Lot. She is extremely detail-oriented, organized, and likes to be way in front of deadlines. She has a keen eye for creative spaces for events and tries to maximize exposure of all elements of an event. She is a pleasure to work with.
Efrain Carrera Jr.
Recreation Manager
City of Lancaster
I have worked with Yvette for the past 20 years, and throughout that time her dedication, commitment, and attention to detail have consistently helped her achieve her goals. I have always admired her passion when taking on new projects, and I truly believe there is nothing she cannot accomplish once she sets her mind to a task. I look forward to continuing to watch all that she will achieve in the years to come.
Scott Cummings
General Manager
Mershops Antelope Valley Mall
With over 20 years experience managing special events for the City of Palmdale, I can confidently say I have seldom encountered an event promoter as knowledgeable as Yvette Emard. From GraceFest’s humble beginnings to its rise as a first-rate, festival style event, Yvette Emard was the driving force behind it all—year after year, thoughtfully orchestrating every detail.
Annie Pagliaro
City of Palmdale, Supervisor
Palmdale Amphitheater & Special Events
Palmdale Playhouse, 2000-2021
