Meet the Team.
Rebecca Shaw
Founding Director.
Rebecca founded Little Umbrella Events in June 2023 to offer freelance event management and coordination services after moving to Liverpool. With 15 years of experience, she has planned everything from conferences, dinners, and virtual events at the University of Cambridge to public outreach activities and sporting events for Europe’s largest wildlife conservation charity, the RSPB. Rebecca is an award-winning business consultant and holds a first-class degree in Events Management, which complements her extensive hands-on experience. Her passion for organising events started at 15 with a school fashion show, and since then, she has honed her skills creating seamless and memorable experiences. Little Umbrella Events was born from her love of helping others plan stress-free weddings, celebrations, and professional events, ensuring every detail is taken care of so clients can truly enjoy their day.
📞07765 170425
Rose Kallenberg-Pierce
Director.
Rose is an experienced project and event manager with over eight years of expertise in delivering impactful events across heritage, charity, and higher education sectors. Her accomplishments include managing bespoke "once-in-a-lifetime" experiences for seriously ill children, as well as coordinating large-scale university conferences and bespoke creative community workshops. Rose has a proven track record of handling complex logistics, fostering meaningful partnerships, and creating memorable, high-quality events. Rose joined Little Umbrella Events in January 2025, bringing creativity, precision, and a passion for making a positive impact through every event she delivers.
📞07376 659212
Our values.
Sustainability.
We are committed to reducing our environmental impact by prioritising eco-friendly practices wherever possible. From sourcing sustainable materials to working with local suppliers, we aim to create beautiful events that are both thoughtful and responsible. We are proud to have signed up to Carbon Neutral Britain, an initiative that helps businesses measure, reduce, and offset their carbon emissions to achieve certified carbon neutrality. This commitment reflects our dedication to sustainability and tackling climate change.
Relationships.
Building genuine relationships with our clients, suppliers, and partners is at the core of everything we do. We take the time to get to know each client’s vision and needs, making sure every detail feels personal and true to them. By working closely with trusted suppliers and partners, we keep things smooth and stress-free. With open communication and a collaborative approach, we create events that feel meaningful.
Inclusivity.
We believe events should be for everyone. With extensive experience organising inclusive events across the heritage, charity, and education sectors, we prioritise inclusivity and accessibility at every stage of planning and design. While we may not always have all the answers, we are conscientiously curious and committed to finding solutions—whether through our own expertise or by connecting with someone who does. From collaborating with diverse communities to creating accessible materials and spaces, we ensure all attendees feel welcome, valued, and able to fully participate.
Community.
We've made Liverpool our home, and we're passionate about its community, arts, and culture. We collaborate with local talent and venues to craft experiences that feel personal and authentic, using the creativity the region is known for. From supporting the Local Visitor Economy Partnership’s efforts to make the city more welcoming for all, to backing the region’s goal of reaching net zero carbon by 2040, we’re committed to helping build a greener, more inclusive future for everyone.
Get in touch.
If you share these values and want to make your next event more inclusive and sustainable, or you’re a venue looking for ways to welcome more guests and be kinder to the planet, we’d love to hear from you!