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Breakfast at Fiji One

Director & Founder of the Festivals Company, Sharleen Ali, joins us to share the success of the recent Fringe Festival. She also dives into the journey of how the Festivals Company began, born from her passion for the arts, and has grown into a platform that celebrates and supports artists of all talents.

Breakfast at Fiji One

Director & Founder of the Festivals Company, Sharleen Ali, delves deeper into the history of the Fringe Festival. She shares how the festival has grown over the years, giving artists the freedom to paint their own narratives and the unique opportunity to earn 80% of their box office profits.

The Fiji Times

"That being said, the Festivals Company is contributing to creating opportunities for future artisans who will showcase their trade on the week of the event and in doing this promote a culture of appreciation", FSC communications officer Mere Tuqiri

The Fiji Times

In a dazzling celebration of music, love, and feel-good sound trips of Swedish pop group, ABBA, the Civic Centre in Suva is gearing up to host the first-ever production of the iconic musical “Mamma Mia!”

Fiji Village

Exciting news for people in Suva as the Fiji Fringe Festival 2025 is set to take over the city from this Saturday to next Saturday and showcase the incredible talents of local and regional artists with over 50 exciting events.

FBC News

The 2025 Fiji Fringe Festival, which will take place later this week, will feature 445 artists.

Founder and Director of Festivals Company and the Fiji Fringe Festival, Sharleen Ali, says the event aims to create a platform where artists can experiment, express themselves, and connect with new audiences.

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Bernhard Barth

Chair, Pacific Urban Partnership

On behalf of the PUF6 Organising Committee, I am delighted to provide a testimonial for Sharleen Ali of The Festivals Company, who played an instrumental role in the successful event management of the Sixth Pacific Urban Forum.

Sharleen's dedication, attention to detail, and creative approach were evident throughout the entire event planning process. She meticulously coordinated every aspect, from venue readiness to logistics, ensuring a seamless and memorable experience for all attendees.

Her ability to adapt to unexpected challenges and her proactive problem-solving skills were truly impressive. Sharleen's leadership and communication skills also shone brightly as she effortlessly managed a diverse team and liaised with various stakeholders, making sure everyone was aligned with the event's objectives.

The Pacific Urban Forum 6 was a resounding success. Her professionalism, innovative ideas, and unwavering passion for event management are truly commendable. I wholeheartedly recommend Sharleen Ali and The Festivals Company for any event planning needs, as they have proven to deliver outstanding results. Sharleen's contributions were invaluable, and I look forward to working with her and her team again in the future.

Cynthia Rasch, Chief Executive Officer: Denarau Marina

I had the pleasure of working with Sharleen on the coordination and management of the Fiji Tourism Expo dock party in May 2022 held at Port Denarau Marina.

From the outset, Sharleen demonstrated her expertise and attention to detail, tirelessly ensuring that every aspect of the event was meticulously planned and executed. Her excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with all stakeholders, including Port Denarau Marina and other vendors, made the entire process seamless and stressfree.

On the day of the event, Sharleen's hard work and dedication were truly evident. She managed every detail, from the staging and lighting to the entertainment and sound, with precision and care. The result was a stunning party that perfectly showcased the beauty and charm of Fiji's tourism industry, leaving both local and international guests in awe. Sharleen's approach to event planning is both strategic and collaborative, ensuring that all stakeholders are involved in the planning process and that their needs and objectives are considered throughout. She has a unique ability to understand the vision and goals of her clients and translate them into truly exceptional events.

What sets Sharleen apart is her passion for festivals and events. Her enthusiasm and dedication to her work are evident in every project she takes on, and she always goes above and beyond to ensure that her clients are happy and satisfied with the result.

Overall, I highly recommend Sharleen Ali of The Festivals Company for anyone looking for a talented, experienced, and passionate event planner who will deliver outstanding results. Whether you're planning a music festival, cultural event, or corporate gathering, Sharleen has the skills andexpertise to make your event a huge success.

Sachiko Soro, Director: VOU Dance Fiji

I have worked with Sharleen, over many years and she has one thing that is very hard to find in FIji - 100% reliability.

She is always dependable, always on time, always so organized and is just one step ahead of everyone. I love to work with her and she is my first go to person for anything creative or anything events related, because I can rest assured (stress free) that things are going to get done on time and to the highest quality.

I have seen Sharleen's evolution over the years and she has consistently had a commitment to quality and creating magical spaces and magical moments for all her guests and collaborators. I will always continue to work with Sharleen and highly recommend her as the best in her craft in Fiji.