Meet The Team

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With over 20 years in corporate and wedding events, a dual degree in Management and Marketing, and a Certified Meeting Professional (CMP) credential, she brings a people-first approach to the work, rooted in inclusion and a genuine love of bringing people together.

Sholeh Events is named after its founder.

In Persian, Sholeh means “flame”, a reflection of how she works. Intentionally bringing warmth, energy, and light to every event.

Outside of work, she is an avid reader, a gardener, a community connector, and a traveler with 45 states and nine countries on her list, spending time with her husband and two daughters by exploring the world and being of service to their community.

To learn more about Sholeh, check out the blog post here!

Sholeh has planned everything from board meetings to conferences with thousands of attendees.

Lead Planners

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Sara

Lead Planner & Marketing Operations

Sara has over 20 years of event experience across healthcare, media, education, tech, and finance, from large-scale concerts to confidential investor meetings. She is analytical and warm in equal measure, which makes the planning process feel organized without ever feeling cold.

When she is not planning, she is singing, traveling, or spending time with her family.

To learn more about Sara, check out our blog post here!

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Chayla

Lead Planner & Business Operations

Chayla spent over a decade managing venue operations and events at the Newberry Library, leading teams through thousands of gatherings. She brings structure and calm to every event she touches, and she cares deeply about the people in the room. Her work is built on clear systems and the conviction that even the most complex events can feel easy to be part of.

Outside of work, you'll find her gardening, showing up for her local community, or enjoying time at home with her daughter and family.

To learn more about Chayla, check out our blog post here!

As Featured In

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Naperville Magazine,
Holiday Hosting Hacks

By Lisa Arnett
November 2025

“I learned how to entertain with my family,” says Sholeh Munion, event planner and owner of Sholeh Events in Naperville. “We would have 60 people over once a month. It would be so crowded that we would have people sitting on the stairs, but the point was to be together.”

A close-up of a couple holding hands, with a woman in a white dress holding a bouquet of pink roses, and a man wearing a black suit.

Positively Naperville,
Visit Naperville – Weddings Customized for You

By Julie Byrne
December 2025

We had the opportunity to connect with Sholeh Munion, CEO of Sholeh Events, a seasoned event planner with more than 20 years of experience crafting unforgettable weddings and corporate events, who shared some insights on current trends.