Team Phenomenon

Paul’s journey began immediately after he left high school when he attended the West Australian Academy of Performing Arts and studied Media Performance.  Paul went on to achieve a BA in Media Studies and then spent another year completing a Graduate Diploma of Education in English and Media.  

In 1989, Paul and his business partner, Steve Power, started Da Doo Ron Ron DJ Entertainment Services from a desk in their garage, later becoming the most reputable DJ providers in Perth.  

While juggling studies and the DJ business, Paul decided to travel.  He landed himself a job as Head of Videography at Stagedoor, Manor Performance Arts Camp in New York where he returned for four summers over 7 years.  

In 2000, “Phenomenon Creative Event Services” was born!   The business took a giant leap forward, expanding to include Photography, Videography and Theming.  In more recent years the DJ, Photography and Videography arms of the business were sold and the primary focus became event theming, styling, corporate branding, furniture and prop hire.

In 2009, Paul began the annual fundraising event Kathmandu Kids (kathmandukids.com.au) which funds the education of over 200 impoverished children in Nepal.  It fits well with Phenomenon’s continuing partnership with many local charities including Princess Margaret Hospital Foundation and Down Syndrome Association of WA.

In late 2011, Phenomenon realised a long term goal and moved into a custom, re-fitted office and adjoining warehouse.  Now with more than 26 years experience working in events, supported by an overflowing warehouse of furniture, styling elements and props, Phenomenon is recognised as Perth’s premier theming and styling company.

Paul now travels the globe in the name of expanding the knowledge base of the business in search of new ideas, trends, methods and styles.  He maintains it’s all about keeping it fresh and interesting and delivering an experience to every client.

AKA ‘ Head of Colouring In’!  Chris joined the Phenomenon team 2004 at a time when a conscious decision was made not to accumulate props and sets - that was two warehouses ago!  He is renowned for his hands on, personable approach with all clients and his creative, artistic flair that he injects into every project. 

Chris will create and oversee the visual elements of the event – props, sets, decorations, media boards, slideshows, print material, corporate branding and more.  He focuses on the event concept and then translates this into a consistent look and style that is applied to as many aspects of the event as possible, to make certain the greatest impact is delivered.

He is passionate about creating distinctive and characteristic pieces – he designs, paints, hammers and saws.  He carves enormous three-dimensional statues and other props starting with nothing more than a block of foam and a carving knife, not dissimilar to the one you used at dinner last night!

Chris holds a Certificate In Commercial Art (Graphic Design), tradesman qualifications in Sign Writing and Painting and was awarded Signwriting Apprentice of the Year. Chris also demonstrated Fine Art and Graphic materials at Curtin University and Central TAFE.  He has also lectured in Airbrushing at Central TAFE.

His belief is that event theming is at the heart of the event management process and a powerful driver of all other components of an event.  He strives to take each guest on an amazing journey, to connect with their emotions and create a much talked about event experience

While travelling around Australia for 12 months, Rhiannon began working for an upmarket events company based out of Byron Bay.  Rhiannon returned to Perth with her sights set on building a career in the Events Industry.

Before leaving for her travels, Rhiannon worked at Assured Ascot Quays where her fine dining skills were put into practice.  In 2009 she was employed by Crown Perth Conventions & Events and for the next 5 years worked her way up the ranks from waitperson to Banquet Service Manager, to then Rostering Manager and Event Manager.  Rhiannon managed some of Crown’s largest events from huge National Conferences, Charity Gala Dinners, Exhibitions and Trade Shows, Awards Nights, Weddings, Breakfasts, Cocktails – you name it, she did it!

Rhiannon then sought something more for her career, something that would embrace her creative mind and put her refined event management skills to good use.   Enter Phenomenon!  Rhiannon joined the Phenomenon team in 2014. 

Given her extensive experience working in Operations and Event Management, Rhiannon understands that the execution of a successful event requires meticulous precision and planning, and effective communication.  Rhiannon is a professional and talented Event Producer whose demeanour is vibrant and friendly.  She listens to what it is that’s important to you and believes that theming is the art of carefully selecting and arranging the elements of an event so that they will deliver the maximum effect.   

In 2000 Kellie left Perth and hit the bright lights of London.  In the four years she lived there she worked for Europe’s biggest prop hire company and got to work on some amazing events including Elton John’s White Tie and Tiara ball not to mention plenty of A, B, C and D list celebrity parties, engagements, launches and huge Global Corporate events. 

She got to see the inside of some of the most famous and exclusive hotels and clubs in the world.  During her time in London she also travelled extensively including most of Europe and numerous trips to Africa. 

On landing back in Perth in 2004 she was lucky enough to find a job in her field with a great company, Phenomenon.  During the next seven years Kellie worked as an event producer, styling and organizing some of Perth’s largest corporate and private events. In her time delivering events Kellie was passionate about ensuring her clients needs were met and exceeded every time.  She believes customer service and attention to detail are key in delivering a successful outcome for the client.

In 2011 she left to have her first child and returned in 2013 on a part time basis to assist Paul Cumming as a PA.

Kellie is back now in full swing working as one of our event stylists.

Over the past 13 years Kellie has seen Phenomenon change from a small wedding and events service provider to a large scale business that has won an Australian Event Award and is a finalist for International Event Company of the Year!  

In 2012 Olivia left London, to embark on her journey across the globe to Perth.

Olivia began her Event Management Career in London managing a wide variety of events from 5 to 500+ guests for team building days, private parties, conferences, products launches, incentives, gala dinners, corporate parties  - anything that she could event manage!

Olivia gained an in depth knowledge to many London, UK and Europe hotels and venues, however after several years in London, Olivia decided it was time for a new adventure…

Upon arriving in Perth Olivia secured an Event Management role managing events up to the Pilbara region. In 2013 Olivia moved into an Event Manager role for a global event management company. Here she managed and delivered a wide range of local and international events, travelling from South Africa to New Zealand, Byron Bay and many more locations. After 3 years in the role, Olivia wanted to focus more on her creative side. Having previously worked with Phenomenon Olivia knew this is exactly where she wanted to be.

2017 meant a New Year, New beginnings!

Olivia knows the theming and styling of every event is the first and last thing guests will always remember and will ensure all events have that WOW and creative factor!

Olivia understands each event is unique and her friendly and open personality ensures she listens to what is important to each client to provide advice and solutions for the successful execution of every event.