SASS Events is a premier event planning company serving clients in the Tri State area.  Specializing in social and corporate events, we offer full service Event Planning and Concierge solutions to both individual and corporate clients.

Our service includes customized concept design, flawless execution, and dedicated on-site management.  SASS Events will drive the success of your event, whether it’s promoting a social celebration, achieving corporate targets, or supporting non-profit initiatives.

The partners of SASS Events have over two decades of experience in all aspects of coordinating special events. This includes, but is not limited to, interfacing with catering to create menus, working with audiovisual companies to provide full production services, and collaborating with design professionals to achieve the best possible
results for the client.


Marcello Villani, Managing Partner

As creator of the high end exclusive European style brunch parties at Via Dei Mille, Per Lei and most recently The Collective, Marcello Villani has years of experience in designing successful event concepts and transforming the hospitality industry.  

Having appeared various times on Good Morning America, Marcello has opened restaurants such as Cipriani, Primavera, Mezzaluna, Per Lei, Canastel's and other famous NY trademarks.  He has planned events for celebrities such as Britney Spears, Pete Sampras, Andre Agassi, Jay-Z, Sylvester Stalone, Stevie Wonder, and more.  With an exception ability to develop branding, Marcello has also planned corporate events for clients such a Deloitte & Touche, Pepsi, and Mastercard, along with non-profit organizations including March of Dimes and Mothers of Aids.