Highland Avenue is a luxury wedding & event planning firm with offices in
Austin & North Florida. Over the last twenty years we've been honored to design, plan, and execute countless weddings and events for a myriad of clients across the country.
We utilize our refined eye for modern design along with our exceptional vendor relationships to create unforgettable experiences for our clients and their guests.
From weddings in Washington, DC to brand launches in New York City, to intimate parties in the Virgin Islands, we've done it all.
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From an early age, I was drawn to planning and bringing people together. Whether organizing tea parties as a child or helping plan my high school prom, I found genuine joy in creating meaningful experiences. By the middle of my sophomore year at UNC, I knew event planning was more than an interest—it was my calling.
I was fortunate to begin my career at a leading experiential marketing agency in New York City, where I gained a deep understanding of large-scale event production. Working with prestigious brands such as Oprah, The Olympic Committee, and Avon provided invaluable experience in design, vendor management, budgeting, and the countless logistical details required to execute exceptional events.
That foundation led me to further develop my expertise at Deloitte before relocating to Washington, D.C. There, I continued to refine my craft, producing sophisticated social events and weddings for government officials, diplomats, and dignitaries.
In 2015, I founded Highland Avenue, combining years of experience with a passion for thoughtful, seamless event design. It has been an incredibly rewarding journey, and I haven’t looked back since.
While I had always known event planning was my passion, my focus on weddings and social events truly began in 2011 while planning my own. Confident in my ability to manage every detail, I chose not to hire a planner—a decision that quickly taught me the invaluable role of having a trusted professional to bring a vision to life. Experiencing the demands of the planning process firsthand inspired a shift in my career and a deeper appreciation for the support couples need during such a meaningful milestone.
I became committed to ensuring that my clients could fully enjoy their wedding day, confident that every detail would be thoughtfully managed and flawlessly executed.
I grew up in a small town in West Virginia. Our home sat atop a tree-lined hill where winter afternoons were spent sledding with friends and summer days were filled with roller-skating and neighborhood adventures. Looking back, it was a truly wonderful place to grow up.
When it came time to name the company, I wanted something deeply personal—something that reflected both my roots and the heart of our mission. My childhood home was located on Highland Avenue, and the name serves as a meaningful reminder that life's most treasured memories are often created through shared experiences with family and friends.
At Highland Avenue, we believe the most memorable celebrations are about more than beautiful details; they are about creating meaningful moments and lasting connections. That is the experience we strive to create for each of our clients, every single day.
My husband and I love to travel, and now that we have a little boy, our urge to show him the world grows every day. It plays a big role in why I feel so passionate about destination events. Whether it's just two people in love or 100 of your closest friends and family, getting away from it all has a way of bringing people closer together. We hop down to Tulum, Mexico on a regular basis because we love the modern bohemian charm of it, but we also try to plan at least one or two other trips a year. When we're not traveling I'm usually hanging with my little family of three all around Austin. Whether that be checking out a chill band on a Sunday or brunching at one of Austin's many amazing restaurants, I'm always on the go. I'm a lover of wine (and desperately wish I'd invented Frosé) and college football. I'm a Tarheel for life (GO HEELS!), and I have a small obsession hunting for new magical spots with white sand and blue water.
From an early age, I was drawn to planning and bringing people together. Whether organizing tea parties as a child or helping plan my high school prom, I found genuine joy in creating meaningful experiences. By the middle of my sophomore year at UNC, I knew event planning was my calling.
I was fortunate to begin my career at a leading experiential marketing agency in New York City, where I gained a deep understanding of large-scale event production. Working with prestigious brands such as Oprah, The Olympic Committee, and Avon provided invaluable experience in design, vendor management, budgeting, and the countless logistical details required to execute exceptional events.
That foundation led me to further develop my expertise at Deloitte before relocating to Washington, D.C. There, I continued to refine my craft, producing sophisticated social events and weddings for government officials, diplomats, and dignitaries.
In 2015, I founded Highland Avenue, combining years of experience with a passion for thoughtful, seamless event design. It has been an incredibly rewarding journey, and I haven’t looked back since.
While I had always known event planning was my passion, my focus on weddings and social events truly began in 2011 while planning my own. Confident in my ability to manage every detail, I chose not to hire a planner—a decision that quickly taught me the invaluable role of having a trusted professional to bring a vision to life. Experiencing the demands of the planning process firsthand inspired a shift in my career and a deeper appreciation for the support couples need during such a meaningful milestone.
I became committed to ensuring that my clients could fully enjoy their wedding day, confident that every detail would be thoughtfully managed and flawlessly executed.
I grew up in a small town in West Virginia. Our home sat atop a tree-lined hill where winter afternoons were spent sledding with friends and summer days were filled with roller-skating and neighborhood adventures. Looking back, it was a truly wonderful place to grow up.
When it came time to name the company, I wanted something deeply personal—something that reflected both my roots and the heart of our mission. My childhood home was located on Highland Avenue, and the name serves as a meaningful reminder that life's most treasured memories are often created through shared experiences with family and friends.
At Highland Avenue, we believe the most memorable celebrations are about more than beautiful details; they are about creating meaningful moments and lasting connections. That is the experience we strive to create for each of our clients, every single day.
I love to travel, and now that we have two little boys, my urge to show them the world grows every day. We love mountains and snow (despite living in Florida), so we hop out to the Rockies a few times a year to ski in the winter and hike in the summer. We also do our best to explore one or two new places with the kids each year. When we're not traveling, you can find me on the tennis court. I discovered a passion for it a few years ago and haven't looked back. Beyond that, I live for watching my boys grow and take in the wonders of the world around them. I'm a Tarheel for life (GO HEELS!), and I have a small obsession hunting for new magical spots with white sand and blue water.
It comes as no surprise that I ended up as a wedding planner. I was a true social butterfly growing up and not a weekend passed by without me planning some sort of activity for my friends or classmates. Events were the only thing I ever wanted to do and they're truly second nature. I started catering during college and worked close to 150 weddings which gave me insight into all the ins and outs of special events. While I wasn't planning yet, I was soaking everything up like a fly on the wall. After graduating, I moved to NYC and landed my first job with Cait and Jules. I subsequently worked for David Stark Design where I saw events on a completely new level and I was hooked!
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I was born and bred in the northeast, and I love adding some northern grit to my design work. Constantly pushing the envelope and keeping things fresh is always top of mind, and I can attribute much of my aesthetic to my time spent in Brooklyn, NY. With the mindset that every day is a reason to celebrate, I strive to turn the mundane into magic with each event.
Working with so many different people is almost like traveling to me. I get a sneak peek into people’s personalities. What their traditions are, what food they choose, what direction they take their design. It's a constant form of inspiration and leaves no room for monotony.
When I'm not traveling or hosting visitors I spend a good chunk of my time here in Austin either kayaking, at barre class, or trying to find the best restaurants with my boyfriend Derrek. A lot of my professional life spills into my personal life. I'm happiest entertaining friends, cooking, decorating, or planning the perfect itinerary.
It may sound corny but being surrounded by a community of women and strong creative personalities that I look up to. When you envision what you're looking for a career as a child a lot of times you think of it monetarily, but I never knew how heavily I'd be rewarded to be in such an inspiring community. Also planning events at some of the most iconic places in New York City like The Plaza Hotel, The Metropolitan Opera, New York City Public Library, Madison Square Garden, Lincoln Center, Central Park Zoo and Citifield. Those experiences continue to feed my inspiration as I grow as a planner.
It comes as no surprise that I ended up as a wedding planner. I was a true social butterfly growing up and not a weekend passed by without me planning some sort of activity for my friends or classmates. Events were the only thing I ever wanted to do and they're truly second nature. I started catering during college and worked close to 150 weddings which gave me insight into all the ins and outs of special events. While I wasn't planning yet, I was soaking everything up like a fly on the wall. After graduating, I moved to NYC and landed my first job with Cait and Jules. I subsequently worked for David Stark Design where I saw events on a completely new level and I was hooked!
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I was born and bred in the northeast, and I love adding some northern grit to my design work. Constantly pushing the envelope and keeping things fresh is always top of mind, and I can attribute much of my aesthetic to my time spent in Brooklyn, NY. With the mindset that every day is a reason to celebrate, I strive to turn the mundane into magic with each event.
Working with so many different people is almost like traveling to me. I get a sneak peek into people’s personalities. What their traditions are, what food they choose, what direction they take their design. It's a constant form of inspiration and leaves no room for monotony.
When I'm not traveling or hosting visitors I spend a good chunk of my time here in Austin either kayaking, at barre class, or trying to find the best restaurants with my boyfriend Derrek. A lot of my professional life spills into my personal life. I'm happiest entertaining friends, cooking, decorating, or planning the perfect itinerary.
It may sound corny but being surrounded by a community of women and strong creative personalities that I look up to. When you envision what you're looking for a career as a child a lot of times you think of it monetarily, but I never knew how heavily I'd be rewarded to be in such an inspiring community. Also planning events at some of the most iconic places in New York City like The Plaza Hotel, The Metropolitan Opera, New York City Public Library, Madison Square Garden, Lincoln Center, Central Park Zoo and Citifield. Those experiences continue to feed my inspiration as I grow as a planner.
FEATURES & PRESS
As Seen in
GARDEN VIBES AT HOTEL ELLA | STYLE ME PRETTY
Eclectic Boho Garden Party Wedding | GREEN WEDDING SHOES
Modern-Classic Wedding at Maddie’s Austin | GREY LIKES
Cactus Inspired Baby Shower at Prospect House | 100 LAYER CAKELET
Texas Southern Flair Wedding | BRIDES OF AUSTIN MAGAZINE
Old World European Romance | STYLE ME PRETTY
Southwestern Greenhouse Wedding Inspiration | GREEN WEDDING SHOES
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