New York and Chicago’s Premier Event Staffing Agency

As the premier event staffing agency in New York and Chicago, HMG+ is dedicated to creating exemplary guest experiences.

New York and Chicago’s Premier Event Staffing Agency

As the premier event staffing agency in New York and Chicago, HMG+ is dedicated to creating exemplary guest experiences.

Trusted by Industry Leaders

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Trusted by Industry Leaders

A bold white "W" monogram inside a white circle on a transparent background.
The Hugh logo in white vertical typography on a transparent background.
Ryder Cup logo featuring a gold trophy on a shield with American and European flags and "Est. 1927" text.
Union Square Events wordmark logo in white bold sans-serif type on a transparent background.
Warner Bros. logo featuring the iconic gold and blue shield emblem above the Warner Bros. wordmark.
Citi bank logo in white with the signature arc above the wordmark on a transparent background.
Dior wordmark logo in white elegant serif type on a transparent background.
Disney wordmark logo in white signature script on a transparent background.
Emma's Torch logo featuring a spoon icon above the wordmark on a transparent background.
Fauchon Paris logo in white serif capital letters on a transparent background.
.P. Morgan wordmark logo in white serif type on a transparent background.
Goldman Sachs wordmark logo in white bold serif type on a transparent background.
Lazard wordmark logo in white serif capital letters on a transparent background.
Mediacom logo in white with a swoosh arc and star detail on a transparent background.
Morgan Stanley wordmark logo in white sans-serif type on a transparent background.
Moxy Hotels logo in white script and sans-serif type on a transparent background.
NYSE logo featuring vertical bars above the NYSE wordmark on a transparent background.
NYU logo featuring a torch icon inside a white square above the NYU wordmark on a transparent background.
Paramount Club wordmark logo in white serif and spaced sans-serif type on a transparent background.
People Inc. wordmark logo in white serif type on a transparent background.
Rockefeller Group wordmark logo in white sans-serif type with a vertical bar accent on a transparent background.
Savoys Club logo featuring a gold geometric diamond monogram above the wordmark on a transparent background.
Sony wordmark logo in white bold sans-serif capital letters on a transparent background.

About Us

Celebrating 30+ Years
of Elevated Hospitality

Celebrating 30+ Years of Elevated Hospitality

138k+

Events Staffed

30+

Years of Trusted Service

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Outdoor garden event with round tables, white linens, and clear chairs arranged on a green lawn for an upscale private gathering

HMG+ was founded with a simple belief. Great hospitality begins with people who feel valued, respected, and supported.

For three decades, we have built a community of service professionals who bring genuine warmth, expertise, and teamwork to every event. Our mission is to create moments that make clients and guests smile. Our commitment is to honor the employees who make those moments possible.

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Why Choose Us

A People First Approach to Exceptional Service

A People First Approach to Exceptional Service

For 30+ years, HMG+ has built a reputation for delivering warm, skilled, reliable hospitality professionals who care about creating exceptional guest experiences.

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trusted expertise

Three decades of industry knowledge allow us to staff events with precision and confidence.

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A Culture of Care

We invest in our staff through training, mentorship, and community, because exceptional service starts from within.

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Unmatched Service Standards

Our mission is to elevate hospitality at every touchpoint, from first impressions to final moments.

Hospitality Services Designed to Elevate Every Event.Hospitality Services Designed to Elevate Every Event.
Discover the staffing, recruitment, and training solutions that help venues, caterers, and hospitality teams deliver exceptional guest experiences. – Discover the staffing, recruitment, and training solutions that help venues, caterers, and hospitality teams deliver exceptional guest experiences.Discover the staffing, recruitment, and training solutions that help venues, caterers, and hospitality teams deliver exceptional guest experiences. – Discover the staffing, recruitment, and training solutions that help venues, caterers, and hospitality teams deliver exceptional guest experiences.

Our Services

We Partner With Clients To Fill Front of House Needs For

We Partner With Clients To Fill Front of House Needs For

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Captains
Waiters
Bartenders
Baristas
Coat check
Receptionist
Concierge
Ambassadors
Promotional
Registration
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138k+

Events Staffed

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3k

Staff Trained

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1k

Clients Served

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500k+

Shifts Filled

Shaping the future of hospitality

Three Decades of
Service Excellence

Three Decades of Service Excellence

  • Dedicated to exceptional service

  • Committed to people first culture

  • Built on 30+ years of experience

Our mission is to elevate hospitality by investing in people. We create opportunities for our staff to grow, develop confidence, and serve with genuine warmth. Every event is an opportunity to deliver excellence and make guests feel valued.

Teamwork, integrity, and respect guide our approach to hospitality. Through continuous learning and a commitment to professionalism, we deliver service with care, intention, and pride.

For over 30 years, HMG+ has served clients with trusted hospitality staffing. At the heart of our work is a community aligned by shared standards and a commitment to delivering events with care and consistency, no matter the scale.

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Grow your career in hospitality

Grow Your Career with HMG+

At HMG+ we believe great hospitality starts with people who feel supported, respected, and inspired. We offer flexible opportunities, professional training, and a community that helps you succeed. Whether you are building your skills or advancing your career, you will find a place to thrive here.

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Grow your career in hospitality

Grow Your Career with HMG+

At HMG+ we believe great hospitality starts with people who feel supported, respected, and inspired. We offer flexible opportunities, professional training, and a community that helps you succeed. Whether you are building your skills or advancing your career, you will find a place to thrive here.

giggo by HMG+

Hospitality Staffing,
Simplified With giggo

Hospitality Staffing,
Simplified With giggo

giggo by HMG+ puts scheduling, communication, and event staffing control in one intuitive platform. Designed for fast-paced hospitality teams, the app helps managers fill shifts faster, staff stay informed, and events run smoothly from start to finish.

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Our Team

The Team Behind Three Decades of Exceptional Hospitality

The Team Behind Three Decades of Exceptional Hospitality

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Michael DiPeri

Founder/CEO

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Karen DiPeri

President

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Amanda Beni, CSP

Vice President

Sam Euler, Senior Manager of Recruitment & Talent Acquisition
Sam Euler

Director of Talent Acquisition and Recruitment

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Olga Palusko

Director of Event Staffing

Monique Van Deelen-Lewis, Director of Finance And Accounting
Monique Van Deelen-Lewis

Director of Finance And Accounting

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything You
Need to Know

Everything You Need to Know

We provide a comprehensive suite of luxury-trained professionals, including expert waitstaff, bartenders, captains, baristas, and workplace ambassadors. Our team also features poised receptionists, registration and promotional staff, all meticulously vetted to deliver a seamless, high-end experience.

We currently serve New York and Chicago, partnering with venues, caterers, and corporate clients across both regions.

We recommend booking as early as possible, but we can often accommodate same day or short notice requests.

Yes. Our team completes professional hospitality training programs focused on service skills, safety, and guest experience. Along with ongoing training and development.

Yes. We provide ongoing staffing support for venues, corporate dining facilities, universities, and hospitality operations.

We focus on “The Art of Intuition,” hiring for both professional skill and an outgoing, friendly personality. Our professionals are trained to anticipate needs before they are articulated, blending technical precision with a genuine warmth that elevates the guest experience. A high-touch approach to clients needs is unrivaled.

You can start by submitting an inquiry through our website or contacting our regional offices directly to discuss your specific requirements. We work closely with you to curate a bespoke team that aligns perfectly with the tone and scale of your environment.

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