about us.

Meet the team

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Didier

dvalentin@inattendu.com

Isabelle

imanfredini@inattendu.com

Léo

lquirici@inattendu.com

 
 

WE ARE HUMANS

We put human relations first and have faith in the power of cooperation to reach our common objective.

In a world that grows ever more towards technology and artificial intelligence, we believe in the power of human hearts.

With this philosophy paving our way, we build trust with our customers and partners to create powerful and meaningful events.

WE DON’T LET GO

Your project, our priority.

We overcome difficulties and put in the effort to make it happen.

Our passion for our job dictates us to strive for perfection.

Unexpected is a Destination Management Company based in Lyon. We form part of Inattendu, the French Event Agency with over 35 years of experience. We have been working with associations, corporations and agencies from all around the world coming to France for their events. Using our knowledge of the field, we work with you to design your event and reach your objectives, ensuring excellence from to conception to conclusion.

We are 3 experts dedicated to designing the best experience for your next stay in France or elsewhere. We know the importance of incentives, the power of an unforgettable experience and have the appetite for international business.

come to us with an idea, and consider it done.

CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY

At Unexpected, we participate in the global effort against social inequalities and global warming, giving a lot of thoughtfulness in the conception, organization and production of the events under our responsibility.

Our goal is supporting the development of the locations where we operate, making sure to source our contractors locally and responsibly in order to support communities and protect the environment.

  • Venues are selected based on a sustainable development logic

  • The caterers we select have the environment in mind and are recognized for their skills

  • The waste that is inevitably produced during an event is recycled as much as possible

  • We give our contractors and partners equal opportunities

Always on the lookout for new solutions to be integrated in our day-to-day practices, Unexpected believes this effort not only is beneficial for communities and the environment, but also creates value for your event.

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