Cristina Martin
Founder & Chief Executive Officer
UDREAM EVENTS

Cristina’s passion for event management has been the driving force behind her remarkable journey. With a childhood split between her native California and her roots in Michigan, she cultivated a deep wanderlust that led her on countless worldly adventures. Eventually finding her home in Clearwater, Florida, Cristina embraced her studies at USF while simultaneously managing a bar, where she discovered her innate talent for organizing private events. 

At the young age of 22, Cristina fearlessly embarked on her entrepreneurial path, launching a small business with a modest mobile bar service with just 8 staff members. As her expertise grew, so did her enterprise, rapidly blossoming into a dynamic force in the industry. In a few short years, her team expanded exponentially, boasting over 100 event staff and offering custom event rentals. By 2012, UDREAM EVENTS had evolved into a comprehensive event production company where the team continues to grow and provide unforgettable events. 

Today, Cristina resides in Downtown St. Petersburg, where she finds inspiration for her work. Her love for travel remains unwavering, fueling her creativity and allowing her to bring diverse perspectives to every event she undertakes with her dedicated team. 

Ryan Anderson
Partner & Chief Operating Officer
UDREAM EVENTS

Ryan started his journey with UDREAM EVENTS in 2008, marking the beginning of a remarkable career. As the company expanded into full-service event production in 2012, Ryan’s strong leadership skills propelled him to the position of Director of Operations. His dedication and exceptional abilities over the years elevated him to an executive role and a partnership in the business where he continues to grow. 

His passion for event management is evident in his ability to seamlessly handle multiple events each week and provide unique services for each client.  Ryan has a personable and charismatic demeanor, lending support and confidence to his team of event staff as well as our clients and guests. 

Ryan is a native Floridian and resides in beautiful Downtown St Petersburg, Florida.  In addition to his professional pursuits, Ryan prioritizes his well-being to maintain peak performance. He finds rejuvenation through regular workouts, bike riding, and indulging in cooking fresh and healthy food. 

Jen Alarie 
Event Director  
UDREAM EVENTS

Jen began working with the UDREAM team in early 2019 as a bar manager for special events. Jen’s talent and dedication quickly propelled her into a full-time role.  She now oversees large scale event logistics, manages our extensive staffing roster, creates training courses, and spearheads our bar program.  She brings over 20 years of experience in the restaurant, bar, catering and event industry.  

Jen grew up in Cincinnati, Ohio and graduated from the University of Cincinnati with a bachelor’s in criminal justice. In her free time, Jen enjoys binge listening to all the true crime podcasts.