BESQ Events seeks to bring reimagined event resources and services to Mid-Coast and Central Maine. BESQ Events now has linens, china, tables, chairs, glassware and décor and we are in process of bringing on tents, equipment and event accessories late summer 2023.
Whether you are planning for a social or catering event, hosting a training or fundraiser or even planning for a tradeshow, BESQ Events wants to help you build an experience marked with memorable service and quality products. Please see the various rentals available to make your occasion a success, with an inventory continuously growing don’t hesitate to let us know if there is something else you need and we will take on the task to source and supply! Want more of your time for other tasks? Let our experienced event planning and coordination experts help tend to every detail so you can step back and enjoy the affair!
With each step of the way our business is about serving you, contact us to see how we can make your experience truly remarkable!
About Us
As President of BESQ Events, managing owner Jessica Nixon brings a unique collection of experience and education. In addition to managing large scale public organizations, Jessica has significant experiences in the hospitality industry, customer service and operations, and spent a great deal of her earlier career in local Maine events and hotels in busy coastal communities, including beautiful OceanCliff Hotel, Samoset Resort and Inn by the Sea. Jessica has a Bachelor’s of Science in Business Administration with a Marketing Concentration from the University of Maine; a Master in Hospitality Administration and Masters in Business Administration both from Southern New Hampshire University, and a Certification in Human Resources Management from the University of Southern Maine. Jessica is a Notary for the State of Maine and holds an active Maine Associate Broker Real Estate license, affiliated with Coldwell Banker Realty in Brunswick.
Jessica’s husband Matt Nixon is Assistant Manager supporting operations related to the rentals division. Matt currently is Chief Executive Officer and General Operations Manager of Muddy River Farm Aquaponics, LLC in Topsham, Maine. Matt has a Master’s Degree in Coastal and Marine Policy and Law from the University of Rhode Island, a Master’s Degree in Public Policy and Administration from the University of Southern Maine, and is currently in his final year of work on his PhD in Biological Oceanography at the University of Maine. Matt currently also serves on Topsham’s Selectboard, the Sagadahoc County Budget Advisory Committee, Land Owner Relations Chair for the Topsham Trail Riders Association, Apprentice Mason, and is a Director for Cathance River Education Alliance.
Jessica and Matt reside with their young daughters in Topsham, Maine on their small farm with laying ducks and hens, oysters, rainbow trout, and loving dog. Volunteering in various organizations, Matt and Jessica also seek out various ways to be involved with their local community.
Our Mission
BESQ Events strives to continuously deliver high quality reliable event decor and equipment rental solutions as well as stay on the industry cutting edge to bring sustainable products and innovative ideas into the event world
Our Vision
BESQ Events will set a new service standard for the Mid-Coast and Central Maine by going beyond just renting and delivering products, but by also offering guidance, suggestions and collaboration opportunities throughout the planning process. BESQ Events will be positioned competitively in the market for rental pricing, while excelling in such areas as customer service, rental quality standards, and design planning assistance