ABOUT
US
Hi!
We're SLAY Events.
Pleased to meet you.
We're SLAY Events.
Pleased to meet you.
SLAY Events was founded in 1999 by Principal, Missy Slay. SLAY Events has experience producing award-winning events including national sporting events, concerts with GRAMMY award-winning artists, musical and lifestyle events ranging in size from community walks/runs and corporate and charitable meetings and galas.
We are a proud woman-owned and LGBTQ+ business. We are a team of passionate and committed individuals dedicated to delivering exceptional client experiences. We’d love to partner with you to SLAY your next event.
At SLAY Events, we're not just producing events, we're curating experiences that awe guests, thrill clients and create lasting memories. As a proud woman-owned and LGBTQ+ company, we are proud to partner with projects that leave a lasting, positive impact. We believe in the power of compassion and service to transform lives.
Our dedication to flawless execution and world-class client service recently earned us a coveted spot in the Los Angeles Sports & Entertainment Commission (LASEC) Business Connect program. This strategic honor positions us to bring our passion and expertise to the region's largest events.
Over our 26 years SLAYing the event industry, we have built strong partnerships with several corporate and non-profit organizations including the Los Angeles Rams, Cedars-Sinai, NCAA, St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, Dignity Health, United Way of Greater Los Angeles, Make-A-Wish, and The Annenberg Foundation to name a few. With our extensive industry knowledge combined with an eye for design and detail, we deliver events that unite, inspire and celebrate.
With over 26 years of experience, we’ve learned that real connections are the heart of everything we do. Our long-standing client relationships are built on authenticity, trust, and a shared commitment to excellence.
Since founding Slay Events in 1999, Missy has produced everything from Final Fours and presidential inaugurations to music festivals, marathons, and nonprofit galas—always with unmatched precision and style. Known for her creativity, calm leadership, and client-first mindset, she’s built a reputation for events that don’t just run smoothly—they slay. Missy lives in Playa Vista with her wife Molly and their two adorable Frenchies, Mare + Mia Bella.
Missy Slay
Principal
With over two decades of experience, TV appearances, and a passion for making moments meaningful, Kevin Covey is the creative force you want leading your event. From big-budget weddings to heartfelt nonprofit celebrations, he brings heart, vision, and polished execution to every detail. At home, he’s a proud husband and dad to twins Dakota and Austin—his most cherished role yet.
Kevin Covey
Senior Event Producer
With roots on both coasts and a passion for creating moments that wow, Lucy Chao brings a fresh, bold energy to every event she touches. Whether she’s managing a corporate activation or curating an immersive guest experience, Lucy’s creativity and attention to detail shine through. Her background in project management, international marketing events, and the DMC world means she’s got the strategy, the style, and the hustle to make every event unforgettable.
Lucy Chao
Director of Events + Strategic Projects
Samira Bashout is a visionary event producer and creative architect who transforms bold ideas into immersive, intentional experiences. With over a decade of national-scale production experience, she specializes in concept development, spatial design, and seamless execution.
Grounded in her background in architecture and certified as a CMP, Samira approaches every event as an environment to be thoughtfully shaped — considering flow, energy, and guest experience at every touchpoint. She partners closely with clients and teams to translate vision into beautifully executed moments that feel elevated, purposeful, and uniquely aligned with the SLAY Events brand.
Samira Bashout
Event Producer
Isaiah is a dynamic event coordinator with a strong background in partnerships, people operations, and purpose-driven planning. With six years at Giphy under his belt, he managed top-tier media relationships while leading impactful internal events and charitable initiatives that strengthened company culture. Passionate about bringing visions to life, Isaiah finds joy in helping others shine—whether it’s guiding a client through a milestone celebration or playing second player in childhood video games just to support someone else’s win.
Isaiah Lawrence
on-site event coordinator
Mare
Chief Development Dog
Wozzy
Intern
Mia Bella
Chief Marketing Dog
