“Above the Clouds, We Don’t Host Events — We Build Moments That Outlast Them…” -Mr.Skies

Who are you? Tell us a bit about your background and where you got your start.

”My name is Glenn Skies — though many have known me as Mr.Skies… -

The Creative Visionary of Vanilla Skies, this new chapter aligns my name directly with the brand I built. I was born and raised in New York City. My journey started in the entertainment world, where I spent years immersed in music, live experiences, and cultural storytelling.

I began producing corporate seminars and brand activations early on, working with major partners and learning the rhythm of hospitality, timing, and emotional impact. But my story isn’t polished — it’s real. Losing my mother at a young age and entering the foster care system gave me grit, purpose, and a promise to myself: where I start won’t determine where I finish.”

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What inspired you to create Vanilla Skies?

”I created Vanilla Skies because I believe experiences have the power to transform people. I didn’t just want to work on events — I wanted to build a place where people felt something the moment they walked in…

The name “Vanilla Skies” reflects that vision: it’s about elevation, elegance, and limitless possibility…”

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What values or personal experiences shaped the company’s focus on service and hospitality?

”Growing up, I understood what it meant to feel invisible in a room. That’s why everything we do at Vanilla Skies is centered around warmth, care, and experience. We don’t just host events — we create spaces where both our clients and their guest feel seen, valued, and celebrated.

Service isn’t an act for us — it’s a promise.”

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What are your short-term goals for Vanilla Skies (this year)?

• Strengthen the operational backbone of the company.
• Invest in our team culture and hospitality training.
• Elevate the client experience through structure and precision.
• Expand film and production partnerships.
• Launch and grow new venue concepts like The Cloud Loft by Vanilla Skies.

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What are your long-term goals (three to five years)?

• Expand Vanilla Skies into a multi-location, national brand.
• Establish a lifestyle and hospitality empire under the “Skies” name.
• Partner with top-tier entertainment, fashion, and corporate brands.
• Develop signature in-house productions and events.
• Cement Vanilla Skies as a cultural landmark for creativity, luxury, and legacy.

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How do you define “success” for the Vanilla Skies team?

”Success is more than revenue. It’s when our team moves with alignment and intention — when every guest leaves saying, “I’ve never experienced anything like this.”

It’s when Vanilla Skies is known not just for its beauty, but for how it makes people feel.”

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What mindset or principles do you want every employee to carry into their daily work?

• Ownership: Every action reflects the brand. Move like it matters.
• Hospitality First: Make people feel like family, not transactions.
• Excellence Over Average: Details matter. Always.
• Energy Sets the Tone: How you show up shifts the entire guest experience.
• Legacy Thinking: We’re not just working in a venue — we’re building something that outlives us.

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What are some of the notable clients or organizations Vanilla Skies has partnered with so far?

• Netflix
• Procter & Gamble
• 20th Century Fox
• Moncler
• Various local political figures, fashion houses, artists, and production companies.

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A Message to the Team:

“Vanilla Skies isn’t just a venue — it’s a statement. It’s proof that where you start doesn’t define how high you can go. Every guest, every detail, every moment we create is a reflection of something bigger. We’re not just hosting events. We’re building a legacy that carries our name far beyond these walls.”

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Notable & Recurring Clients/Events:

• Netflix Productions
• Moncler Brand Activations
• Procter & Gamble Corporate Events
• 20th Century Fox Productions
• Local political and community events
• Major weddings, private celebrations & fashion activations


-Mr. Skies