Denny Perdue
CEO/Owner
Denny Perdue is an entrepreneur, hospitality visionary, event producer, speaker, and community builder based in Kansas City. Throughout his career, he has built businesses centered around one simple belief: great experiences create lasting relationships.
As the founder and owner of The Perdue Collective, Denny leads a portfolio of brands focused on hospitality, events, media, and business consulting. Through The Perdue Collective, he helps organizations, entrepreneurs, and communities develop memorable experiences, strengthen their brands, and build businesses that leave a lasting impact.
Alongside his wife, Faith, Denny is also the co-owner of Mae’s Tavern, a neighborhood tavern in Kansas City inspired by generations of family matriarchs who believed that food and hospitality have the power to bring people together. Under their leadership, Mae’s has become more than a tavern—it has become a gathering place where neighbors become friends, sports fans unite, local musicians perform, and every guest feels like they belong. Their vision is to make Mae’s Tavern Kansas City’s Neighborhood Living Room.
Known for his ability to connect with people, Denny has served as a master of ceremonies, wedding officiant, speaker, and event producer for hundreds of weddings, nonprofit galas, corporate events, and community celebrations. His natural ability to engage audiences, tell stories, and create meaningful moments has made him a trusted voice both on stage and behind the scenes.
Denny is also the creator and host of the Perdue’n it Right podcast, where he explores leadership, entrepreneurship, hospitality, and personal growth through honest conversations and practical insights. His passion for mentoring business owners and developing brands reflects his belief that successful businesses are built on authentic relationships, intentional leadership, and exceptional service.
Whether he’s building a business, hosting an event, mentoring an entrepreneur, or welcoming guests through the doors of Mae’s Tavern, Denny leads with purpose, creativity, and a deep commitment to community.
His mission is simple:
To build businesses that matter, create experiences people never forget, and leave every community stronger than he found it.
