Eventually…

It may be subject to some curiosity…what does an interior designer know about event planning? Answer, not much – unless it’s something that put her on the path to eventually becoming an interior designer. My first career in higher education began working in the student union coordinating a variety of activities, special events and concerts. Even before that, I started out playing music and banging gear for an all-female rock band while trying (unsuccessfully) to master an audio mixing board. Finding creative ways to bring people together has always been my go-to methodology to overcome my tendency toward introversion. Stated simply, if I find ways to get everyone connecting and talking with each other, I don’t have to talk so much myself!

It’s my natural instinct to observe more so than to engage socially. Don’t get me wrong – I love people. I just find the hostess role exhausting. That explains my early career observing and bringing people together behind the scenes. Years and years into it, I find this to be my greatest gift in creating a variety of environments that inspire others. It’s a seemingly ambidextrous approach. On the one hand, I can help create a cozy retreat for someone who wants respite from the daily grind. On the other, I can create environments that make it easier to start a conversation or linger at a gathering just a bit longer. By far, I’m the most challenging person I know when it comes to accomplishing either one of these objectives.

With years of experience with event planning and management as a foundation, I am thrilled to put all my attributes together to serve others. I’m particularly interested in working with non-profits, helping with fundraisers and/or facilitating meaningful connections among people with shared interests. If this applies to you and/or something you’re considering for the future – get in touch. You can’t start planning too early!