Alex Durant

Founder of Durant Consulting, Inc.

Alex Durant is a seasoned professional with over 15 years experience in managing sponsors at award-winning festivals across the US. Renowned for her concierge service and meticulous attention to detail, Alex has garnered praise from both festival clients and sponsors alike. Building and nurturing long-term relationships lie at the heart of her success.

Alex founded Durant Consulting Inc. (DCI) in 2005 with a focus on providing comprehensive auction solutions for non-profit organizations. The scope expanded in 2008 to include Sponsor Management services, starting with the prestigious Food Network New York City Wine & Food Festival. Since then, DCI has overseen sponsor fulfillment and advancement for over 500 brands, facilitating sponsorship fees exceeding $22 million.  

Durant Consulting Inc. not only manages sponsors, but also works closely with clients to create tailored event sponsorship proposals and to streamline all sponsor communication.

Past and current Festival clients include: Food Network South Beach Wine & Food Festival, Food Network New York City Wine & Food Festival, Life is Beautiful, Harlem EatUp, Pebble Beach Wine + Food, Food & Wine Classic in Aspen, and Charleston Wine + Food Festival.