Martin A.J. van Keken, Jr. is the founder and CEO of MVKA, a Vancouver-based consulting firm specializing in experiential event design, creative content development, and venue atmospherics. Operating internationally, MVKA directly advises public and private sector companies, providing effective branding concepts, location expertise, and program strategies designed to engage colleagues and clients. Formerly the full-service production company MVKA Productions (est. 1989), the firm became one of North America’s most successful event specialists, producing events in Europe, Asia, The Middle East, and across the Americas. Under Martin’s leadership, MVKA Productions remained committed to providing creative, inspiring, and professionally managed event experiences enjoyed by hundreds of clients and literally hundreds of thousands of guests. The company developed new production methods, embraced the latest advances in event technology, and established a new standard of award-winning excellence. MVKA offers over three decades of international experience in event design and production, construction consultation, public speaking, and program development. A fresh, new focus on advisory services provides an integrated, client-facing perspective with the flexibility and expertise to consult globally.