Q&A: #WRECares Partners with Eventstar Structures

Photography by on April 6th, 2020 in #WRECares, Editorials, Lifestyle

Alain Perez & Coral Gables Fire Department

Miami, FL – April 6, 2020 – Alain Perez is the CEO and Co-Founder of Eventstar Structures; Perez has partnered with #WRECares to help fight COVID-19. From it’s inception in 1999, Alain has been at the center of building an award-winning enterprise from the ground up. 

Today Perez’s company is mainly known for building temporary and long-term infrastructures, however his company has shifted their efforts to build building temporary medical facilities ranging from field hospitals, quarantine structures, medical testing faculties, drive-thru testing sites, fabricating isolation pods, face shields and other COVID-19 related equipment.

Eventstar is at the forefront of innovation and partners with the world’s leading brands to create unique structures and unforgettable experiences. From a unique building that houses one of NASA’s space shuttles in New York City, to providing acclaimed structures for The Kentucky Derby, Coachella, LA Auto Show, Miami International Boat Show among many other world-renowned events. Stay up-to-date by viewing their latest efforts via Instagram @eventstar.

Read the full Q&A below about how Eventstar and Perez is making a difference in the Miami community.

Alain Perez & Coral Gables Fire Department

WRE: How did you get connected with #WRECares?

Alain Perez: I spoke to Seth about a week ago and we discussed WRE and Eventstar’s COVID-19 support initiatives.

WRE: How is your company helping to fight COVID-19?

AP: Our dedicated response team has been working around the clock assisting hospitals and governmental agencies in building temporary medical facilities ranging from field hospitals, quarantine structures, medical testing faculties and drive-thru testing sites. Our manufacturing division is currently fabricating isolation pods, face shields and other COVID-19 related equipment.

WRE: Why did you want to get involved?

AP: Although we are mainly known for the structures and products we manufacture for exhibitions, trade shows, large events and other applications, Eventstar has been providing emergency and disaster infrastructure support for a long time. We provided some of the first field hospitals and related support structures in Haiti after the earthquake and for the aftermath many hurricanes in the US and Caribbean.

Alain Perez

When we began working with hospitals regarding COVID-19 about 3 weeks ago, I noticed most doctors and nurses did not have proper PPE… We are now producing our version of the face mask at our manufacturing facility.

Alain Perez

Alain Perez & Miami Police Chief Jorge Colina

WRE: How were you able to involve your industry in the making of shields?

AP: When we began working with hospitals regarding COVID-19 about 3 weeks ago, I noticed most doctors and nurses did not have proper PPE. I found a local manufacturer who was making face shields and immediately purchased for our staff and families but also decided to purchase a large quantity to donate to South Florida Hospitals and first responders. We are now producing our version of the face mask at our manufacturing facility in Medley using our technology and resources.

WRE: What resources do you need to help increase your production of shields?

AP: We’re presently not experiencing any supply chain issues in manufacturing these face shields. We do ask the general public listen to their health officials so we can minimize the burden on those on the front lines; the first responders and health care personnel.