About GatherPointe
GatherPointe is a full service event agency. We provide not only comprehensive anticipation of client needs but also tremendous flexibility in meeting them as they evolve in real time.
We plan everything possible as early as possible with painstaking attention to detail, yet never stop expecting the unexpected.
Our Team

Nicole LaPointe - CEO
Nicole LaPointe is the founder and CEO of GatherPointe, a woman-owned corporate event company that offers clients high quality business gatherings. She has the expertise, commitment to excellence and natural ability to lead her team to create events that exceed expectations with unforgettable experiences for all stakeholders.
With 20 years experience planning memorable events throughout the US, in Asia, and in Europe, Nicole has worked hard to cultivate connections and create a company that is based on her diverse experience in business conferences, award ceremonies, black tie galas, non-profit events, and international trade shows.
An enthusiastic Detroit advocate, Nicole is always entertaining friends, finding a good read and thinking up the next great adventure!

Jonathan Hillman - COO
Jonathan is the COO for GatherPointe. He has the mind and drive to move forward by building from the ground up.
With nearly 40 years of work experience, GatherPointe is his fourth venture. He takes on providing the event team with the infrastructure and tools they need to exercise their talents.
Jonathan enjoys cooking, tennis, photography, audio, and woodworking.

Brianne Hagaman - Event Coordinator
Brianne Hagaman is an Event Coordinator at GatherPointe. She brings unflagging alacrity and organization to all of the disciplines required to produce professional and memorable events.
With 3 years experience working on events throughout the US, Brianne has brought her unique, cheerful efficiency especially to Strategic Conference Management and Registration Management.
Brianne lives in the Detroit Metro area with her husband and twins. She enjoys reading, walking, and traveling.