Our promise to you…
We will always advocate for your love.
We have a heart and eye for detail.
Every moment of your day is important to us, literally.
We encourage & bask ourselves in your unique creativity.
We will always be transparent and honest.
And…we know how to have a good time (because who doesn’t like to have fun?!)
The Dream Team
Rachel Held, She/Her
A true New Orleanian, Rachel was, what-you-could say, born to be in the hospitality business. But if you need to know the credentials, she also holds a Bachelors Degree in Hotels, Restaurants, Tourism with a Concentration in Event Planning.
Through her 10+ years of experience, she has a Rolodex of vetted connections and successful collaborations with other industry experts and vendors across the country.
Rachel especially has extensive knowledge in the LGBTQIA+ community, as she identifies as a part of the community.
Honoring Diversity and Inclusion are two of Rachel’s top purposes in life.
Things you should know about Rachel:
She’s a no BS’er. Aries Energy. An advocate for clients from start to finish.
She’s creative, has intuition, and above all, determined.
She has a decade of experience in all areas of the event planning industry under her belt – from catering/bar, rentals, venue management…you name it, she’s done it.
She’s extremely organized & beyond proficient.
Also known as the Timeline Queen!
Fun Facts about Rachel:
Obsessed with iced coffees, year-round
A certified sneaker head
Plans Disney World Vacations
Proudly sober (2 years) & adopted
Paige Held, She/Her
Paige hails from Kenner, Louisiana (aka Kenna Brah!). With six years of experience in the financial industry, she honed many skills in which she was able to transfer into the event planning space.
Paige thrives in the space where creativity meets execution. She ensures all operations and finances are strategic and fluid in motion.
On event days, you can find her ensuring all things production run smoothly.
Things you should know about Paige:
She’s quick on her feet handling crises or any issues at hand.
She’s a jack-of-all-trades, truly - will do it with grace & no sass ;)
An ultimate team player & hype person.
Virgo through-and-through.
Super creative & will always think outside-of-the-box.
Fun Facts about Paige:
She is a twin!
A mean seafood boiler! Her crawfish recipe is top secret ;)
A Rajun Cajun Alumni - Geaux UL!
Favorite Pastime - Hunting & Fishing
Pink is her favorite artist. She has seen her 3 times in concert!
Elena Leigh, She/Her
Originally from Los Angeles, Elena Leigh moved to the Big Easy for college, where she has been planning and designing weddings for over a year.
With a background in hospitality and management, as well as a degree in digital marketing and graphic design, Elena brings a well-rounded skill set to every event she creates.
Elena is all about the details—whether it’s perfecting custom signage in Adobe or ensuring every moment of the day is seamless and immersive. She loves using her passion for creativity to design weddings that are as unique as the couples she works with.
Things you should know about Elena:
She is just as excited about your event as you are!
She puts her full energy and creativity into each project.
LSU Alumni - Geaux Tigers!
She strives to be more than just a planner—serving as a personal cheerleader, friend, and fairy godsister rolled into one!
Professional problem solver who thrives under pressure.
Fun Facts about Elena:
She has been to 16 countries.
Has 3 large dogs who run her household.
She used to be a competitive cheerleader and coach.
Loves to cook and bake in her spare time - a true Taurus.
Hanna Miller, She/Her
Hanna, a Louisiana native, is a proud graduate of the University of New Orleans, where she earned her marketing degree with Magna Cum Laude honors.
While new to event planning, Hanna brings a fresh, creative perspective and a genuine passion for the craft.
Things you should know about Hanna:
She thrives in collaborative environments and takes pride in her ability to connect with others on a meaningful level.
Known for her outgoing nature, she enjoys engaging in conversations about just about anything and everything.
Creativity has always been a driving force in Hanna’s life, and she is dedicated to honing it as a powerful tool in her event planning journey.
Her mother’s advice to "Enjoy the Journey" has become her guiding philosophy, infusing her work with enthusiasm and a sense of adventure.
Fun facts about Hanna:
She has a background in theatre
Was an active member of a sorority during her college years,
Has explored nearly every Vietnamese restaurant in Metairie
Hanna is an only child.
Maddy Mandon, She/Her
Maddy is a Bay Area girl that found herself in New Orleans.
She is a recent MBA grad with 7 years of experience working in education and program management.
Her experience in sports shines through in her collaborative approach to event planning.
She also has an eye for design and color that showcases her unique creativity.
Things you should know about Maddy:
She cares just as much as you about the little things!
Her relationship-building skills will make you feel heard and valued in every interaction!
She will communicate and work with you until the vision is achieved!
Fun Facts about Maddy:
● She is a July Cancer.
● Loves being in or near any body of water.
● Breakfast is her favorite meal, she could eat it any time of the day!
● Huge Taylor Swift fan.
Jenna Pellegrin, She/Her
Jenna, raised in America's City, recently moved to the other side of the pond.
She loves all things creative and never misses a chance for a good laugh. By day, she's a corporate marketing guru, and by the weekend, she's your BFF.
Things you should know about Jenna:
She'll always crack a joke to ease your nerves.
As a foodie, she’s probably already thinking about your wedding menu months in advance.
After just a couple of hours, you'll feel like you've known her for years.
Watching the creative process unfold is her absolute favorite thing.
Fun Facts About Jenna:
She owns more Disney tees than regular ones and more sneakers than heels.
She could happily survive on Canes' three finger combos.
Her painting hobby turned into commissioned work during COVID.
She'll never stop bragging about how she was voted "Best Humor" in her high school senior superlatives.
