Shananiganz is an interactive event company that believes in the Power of Play. We deliver experiences that are fun, collaborative and creative, so you can get out and "Live Playfully". Our events are uniquely branded for Corporations, Philanthropic Organizations, Universities and Schools, and Play-Seekers

1. SHANANIGANZ
Presents
An Interactive Event Platform−
The Checkpoint Challenge
Presented by:
Maureen Diederich, Pauline Gerry & Shannon
Diederich

2. WHO WE ARE
SHANANIGANZ, LLC
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We are an interactive event company that believes in the ―Power of Play‖ to
build teams & community.
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We have More than 20 years of Marketing, Special Event and unique
Race Planning Experience.
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Our team:
Maureen Diederich, CEO, Event Concepting & Operations
Pauline Gerry, CCO, Marketing & Brand Development
Shannon Diederich, Product Development

3. WHAT WE DO
We create events that emphasize
interaction, creativity, humor and problem-solving
Types of Events:
Races, Hunts, Challenges, Corporate Outings,
Community-based events
Our Events Promote:
Creativity, Collaboration, Teamwork,
Fundraising & Fun

4. CHECKPOINT CHALLENGE
The CHECKPOINT CHALLENGE is an event platform
produced by Shananiganz and features:
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Pre-promotional Outreach
Media Reception
Opening Ceremony
―Checkpoint Challenge‖ Race
Sponsor Expo
Post Party
Project Case Study:
Checkpoint Challenge – February 2014, Jacksonville, Florida
-Teams raced to solve clues that took them to various checkpoints where they attempted fun challenges.
-A scoring system was established and winners were awarded prizes at a post party with LIVE
music, sponsored expo area and lots of fan fare!
-This event benefited a local non-profit, the JT Townsend Foundation and showcased our beautiful
Jacksonville city.

5. WE BUILD TEAMS & COMMUNITY
Checkpoint Challenge events are ideally suited for individuals & teams that
want to build camaraderie & have FUN including:
-Corporate Teams, Families, Sports Teams & Community Groups

6. EVENT DAY KICKS OFF…
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Participants greeted
Teams check-in onsite
Onsite Media Interviews
Sponsor Expo Area
Opening Ceremony
Special Guests
Kick Off Race

7. THE RACE IS ON…
• Teams receive first clue
• Clues direct racers to various checkpoints
• Teams race throughout course

8. RACERS COMPLETE FUN
CHALLENGES…

9. TEAMS GATHER AFTER RACE…

10. …AND CELEBRATE AT THE POST PARTY
Checkpoint Challenge culminates with awards ceremony,
special tributes & LIVE concert

11. WHAT WE NEED
• We are ready to expand our market presence and
Checkpoint Challenge model to:
-reach broader audiences
-help surrounding businesses build traffic
-build increased sponsorship value
-generate greater community impact
• We need funding to enhance our Technology to support
our scoring and database systems and to grow our
Marketing efforts.

12. HERE’S WHAT THEY’RE SAYING
Our participants help tell our story
“Downtown Jacksonville and The Jacksonville Landing and was a beautiful and fitting backdrop for the funpacked, unique Checkpoint Challenge race put on by Co-Chairs Maureen Diederich and Pauline Gerry with
Shananiganz, LLC Events”
-Judi Zitiello, JTTF CHAIRPERSON
"Participating in the Checkpoint Challenge Race was simply an amazing experience. Not only was it a lot of
fun but it also benefitted a great cause--The JTTF. Every single mile I ran was worth it and it was an
incredible feeling being part of something that special. I would definitely do it again…Live like JT!"
-Sophie Howard, UCF KNIGHTS, TEAM MEMBER
“Our team, AVIFY Fans, was honored to participate in the Checkpoint Challenge. We are each passionate
about helping children of all types of abilities live full supported lives. Each difficult step of the race tested us
mentally, physically and emotionally, but it was easy to give it our all and have fun when we remembered
the children and families that would benefit from the day’s fundraising event for the JTTF.
-Meagen Gibson, David and Hope Andrews, and Meg Miller, 1st PLACE TEAM, CHECKPOINT CHALLENGE

13. WHY OUR TEAM
We are a team of experienced Marketing and Special Event
professionals with a passion for fun and giving back—that’s why we
created Shananiganz AND want to help others LIVE PLAYFULLY!
We believe in the ―Power of Play‖ and have seen first hand how Checkpoint Challenge
events can:
-bring teams together
-foster creativity
-increase efficiency at work
-bridge communities
-showcase destinations & cities
-elevate local businesses and generate revenue
-help non-profits – raise awareness for their cause & raise funds!

14. SHANANIGANZ
is an interactive event company that believes in the
―Power of Play.‖
Web: www.Shananiganz.com
Facebook: Checkpoint Challenge
http://twitter.com/CheckpointChall