About Vessel
We tie unforgettable experiences to brands.
/ˈves(ə)l/
[noun] a person who has a particular quality or who is used for a particular purpose.
[verb] method of action being used to funnel something for a greater purpose.
Vessel Experiential Agency is a black, female-led agency whose mission is to create a closer bond between brands and consumers through events, live experiences, and product sampling. We carry the responsibility of being used for a greater purpose — to bring your vision to life and manifest your goals through dynamic experiences.
"Fill your life with experiences, not things. Have stories to tell, not stuff to show."
Meet the founder
Chelsea Hannah
Vessel Experiential Agency is a female led, and black owned experiential marketing agency founded by Chelsea Hannah. Chelsea took charge of her career working in the entertainment industry with various brands, music labels and, wine & spirits.
Chelsea obtained her Master's Degree in Strategic Communications from Columbia University and her undergraduate degree from Hampton University. She is also a graduate of the esteemed WEEN (Women in Entertainment Empowerment Network) Academy.
Chelsea landed her first opportunity with EMVE Management Group, focusing on artist management, experiential activations, and brand partnerships. She simultaneously worked for several years at Universal Music Group (UMG) as a marketing representative at the center of the company working across all subsidiary labels of UMG. She introduced a company initiative where she then transitioned into a position as the Chair of the Youth Task Force for Meaningful Change. This department served as a driving force for equality and social justice within the music community at UMG.
Chelsea then began her journey as an entrepreneur, starting her own marketing agency, CHIC Agency. Through her company, she's worked with Rolling Stone and Billboard on projects and campaigns for award shows, music festivals, artists, and other clients. She then transitioned into the wine and spirits industry where she served as the head of events leading over 250+ experiential events and brand partnerships for Lobos 1707 Tequila & Mezcal.
Experiences have always been a big part of Chelsea's life. Creating everlasting memories and unique experiences is important to her which is one of the key values of Vessel Experiential. Entrepreneurship was always the end goal for Chelsea and she hopes to be used as a vessel for brands and individuals to bring their visions to life.
The team
For every project, we have a team made up of a Chief Commercial Officer, an Account Manager, a Production Manager, a Creative Director, and CEO support.
Chief Commercial Officer
Guides client partnerships and project strategy, aligning each experience with the brand’s goals and priorities.
Account Manager
Serves as the day-to-day client contact, coordinating communication, timelines, and the team to keep every project moving forward.
Production Manager
Manages production planning, budgets, vendors, and event logistics, bringing the experience to life on-site.
Creative Director
Leads the creative concept, design, and visual direction, ensuring every touchpoint reflects the brand and its story.
CEO Support
Provides leadership, strategic oversight, and guidance throughout the project, maintaining the agency’s vision and standards.
Our 5-step process
- 01
Solidify
Define your goals, establish the scope, and bring the project team together.
- 02
Strategy & Approach
Shape the creative concept and build a plan that connects your brand with its audience.
- 03
Approvals
Align on the creative direction, budget, and project details before bringing the experience to life.
- 04
Execution
Bring the plan to life through coordinated production, logistics, and on-site delivery.
- 05
Evaluation
Review the results, capture key learnings, and identify opportunities for future experiences.