Voted Florida’s Best Wedding Planners
So, you’re planning an event (most likely a wedding). Hooray! We’re sure you’re excited. As well as overwhelmed, stressed out and maybe even a little confused. WE get it. This time in your life is like no other. You have visions dancing in your head. Perhaps Pinterest dreams keeping you up at night. So many decisions to make when planning your wedding day. And we’re here to help with any and all of that!
We are often asked “What makes your company different”? We believe planners in general are all a little Type A with a lot of Creativity & Passion! We are a team & we specialize in ALL styles & cultures of weddings. Having a team like ours allows us to come together with new trends, visions, & inspiration to share with our couples! While it looks like there are a lot of us, we are a tight knit team & work closely together :)!
Coastal Coordinating is based out of St. Augustine, Jacksonville, Savannah, Clearwater, Tampa, Sarasota, and Orlando. We plan events all over Florida and even travel to destination locations. We are truly a Coast to Coast Wedding and Event Planning Company!
Katy Martin
Tampa & Surrounding Areas
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My name is Katy and I am the owner of Coastal Coordinating, going on 16 proud years now. Anyone who meets me will tell you how much I love event and wedding planning - It is truly my calling and passion.
Here are some personal, fun facts about me:
My favorite part of a wedding day is bustling the dress!
My husband and I celebrated our wedding reception dinner unexpectedly at Waffle House due to COVID - But honestly, it was truly the best and I wouldn’t change one thing about it!
I am obsessed with pool floats, (you should see my patio), I just love them all. I think if I could take all my calls in the pool on my float, life would be complete.
I have two pups that I love more than anything, Hank and Lucy.
I am a bonus mom to the best girl ever named Marlee.
I really love to take chances and go out on a whim. Life is short and I plan to make the best of it! I always try to live life with the glass half-full.
Can't wait to plan your wedding or event with you!
Alli
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My name is Alli Gaiss and I was raised in Columbus, Ohio. I graduated from The University of Alabama in May of 20219. I fell in love with weddings and events when I was young and continued my passion for events and weddings right after college. I ensure my passion will show in the planning process and even day of. I always go above and beyond for my couples to make sure their special day is the desy day of their lives.
My favorite moment is when the bride is standing with her father right before the doors open and seeing the reaction on her significant other's face. It brings me chills EVERY TIME! While at your wedding, you can find me singing/screaming Love Story by Taylor Swift or Mr. Brightside.
But when I am not at events, I am spending time with my family/ spoiling my niece, hanging out with friends, relaxing by the pool or beach and working out.
Roll Tide! ❤️
Alyx Reinhardt
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Hey everyone I’m Alyx! I am from Honolulu, Hawaii but call Orlando, FL my home now. I actually grew up on Ford Island, which is the Navy’s best kept secret- in front of the USS Utah Memorial! I have been working in event planning for ten years now including two as one of the Coastal gals! I love what I do due to all of the amazing people I get to meet and work with! All of our Coastal Brides are fantastic and we work at some of the most amazing venues with great vendors. Getting to work with so many awesome people, makes my job so enjoyable!
My favorite thing to watch is the whole wedding come together, the moment before everything begins, I like to take a moment to look around and appreciate all of the details and planning that went into making each and every wedding happen. I love being able to help translate a couples’ vision into their reality, it truly Is amazing to be a small part in the celebration of everyone’s love story!
Brooke
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Hi Everyone! My name is Brooke and I’m originally from Sarasota but now residing in Jacksonville, Florida!
I love connecting with couples during our first phone call & being able to put all your worries away. I want you all to feel you are in the best hands possible & choosing Coastal definitely does that :). One of my favorite moments during a wedding is when the couple gets to see each other for the first time, how could you not love it. Also, always recommend Canon In D to be played at your event, how could you not love that song!? Let’s Plan Your Dream Event!
Cayla Collins
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Meet Cayla, your dedicated wedding planner with a heart as warm as her favorite cup of Starbucks coffee. With a passion for crafting unforgettable moments, Cayla brings dreams to life with meticulous attention to detail and a sprinkle of creativity.
When she's not orchestrating the perfect day for couples in love, you can find Cayla exploring the great outdoors, seeking new adventures with her fiancé by her side. Their little family is completed by Pepper, the cutest Pomeranian who steals hearts wherever they go.
While Cayla's love for her work knows no bounds, her ultimate dream is to tie the knot with her soulmate amidst the enchanting landscapes of Turkey. With Cappadocia's breathtaking vistas dancing in her mind, Cayla eagerly awaits the day when she'll say "I do" in the land of fairy chimneys and hot air balloons.
In Cayla's world, every moment is an opportunity for magic, whether it's planning your dream wedding or embarking on her own journey of love and adventure.
Stella
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Epa! My name is Stella and I was raised here in Florida, but I’m originally from Puerto la Cruz, Venezuela. Although I was raised here in the States, Spanish was my first language and I’m proud to say I’ve remained fluent in it my entire life!
My passion for event coordinating began at a very early age. Ever since childhood I was always helping my friends and family plan all kinds of parties and get togethers. They all knew how much I loved it and always came to me for help. The creative part of the planning process, seeing it all come to life, and then finally look of such happiness on the faces of those who we were celebrating once they saw it come together themselves are all things that brought me so much joy. It never mattered how small or large of an event it was to me, as long as I got to partake in the planning and decorating I was more than thrilled!
All of those aspects that I loved so much when I was growing up have carried with me all the way up until today and I feel so blessed to now have a career in something I’ve been so passionate about my whole life! I would love to help you plan and execute your next event no matter when or where! Hope to talk to you soon! Xoxo
Chloe Darling
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Hi my name is Chloe Darling - I'm originally from Lexington KY and moved to FL after meeting my now husband! We have 2 mini doodles Archie and Honey - I am always obsessed with couple's including their dogs somehow in their wedding!
I have been in the wedding and event industry for a few years now - planning weddings at the Kentucky Castle, Florida beaches, and even destination weddings. Including my OWN destination wedding! I love them ALL!
My favorite moment from a wedding day are first looks - whether that be traditionally down the aisle or before the ceremony. It is the sweetest moment and so rewarding after working so closely alongside the wonderful couple's!
Follow me @chloecoastal
Rae Heath
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Hi all, I’m Rae! I’m originally from Philadelphia (Go Birds) but I get to call this sunny state home.
Being a planner for 5 years, I realized my two favorite things are meeting the couple and the personal details. It’s always great talking to a couple over the phone/or email, but nothing makes me happier than meeting clients and truly getting to know them face to face. My second favorite, is the personal details. As an artist, it’s like painting a picture. You can have all the main parts painted, but the details are what makes the picture, like your dog on the wedding cake, custom ring pops as favors or superhero socks for the groomsmen. Something that represents you and your partner. So let’s start painting your special day!
Tia Wrigley
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Hi everyone! My names Tia and I come from the beautiful beaches of South Florida originally but have called Jax home for the last ten years.
I've been in the event planning industry for 11 years & 7 of those have been in the wedding industry specifically. I started working in events handling concerts and festivals before transitioning to wedding catering and then working my way up to being a planner with one of the best companies in the world.
I'm a sucker for magical intimate moments during weddings such as private vow readings, first looks, room reveals and private dinners for the newlyweds. To me the best part of a wedding is the private last dance for the newlyweds, they get to have the quiet moment just the two of them in their venue and they realize they have married the love of their life. To me that's what a wedding is truly about, you and your partner showing your love to the world and promising to be by their side always.
"Marriage is a magic word. And it is magic throughout the world. It has to do with our dignity as human beings, to be who we are openly." - Edie Windsor
Carly Rose
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Hi there, I'm Carly! I'm originally from Kenosha, Wisconsin, but I have been living in Tampa, FL for the past 10 years.
I began my career in the event industry starting in high school by apprenticing with a local St. Pete photographer.
Since then, I've been immersing myself in this wonderful industry for several years in other areas like wedding dress retail and event coordinating.
Altogether, there isn't anything I don't love about the wedding planning process. It is a lengthy, and sometimes stressful process, but once the wedding day arrives, you get to see your whole dream come to life.
I'm a romantic at heart and I absolutely love to see the intimate and special moments between the couple and their families. Every moment of wedding planning and the wedding day is something that couples and their families will cherish forever and I want to make that as easy as possible.
During my free time, I enjoy hanging out with my boyfriend and our energetic little girl at the beach.
I love to spend my time in bookstores and go out dancing with friends!
So excited to start planning with you!
Linda Dearheart
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Hello everyone, my name is Linda and I have had the pleasure of working with Coastal for the past two years as a wedding assistant and admin. I truly love being a part of this industry and working with the amazing couples who trust us to help make their special day perfect. Witnessing the love shared between couples, their friends, and family on their wedding day is truly priceless.
In my free time, I enjoy practicing yoga, taking walks outside, and spending time with my grandchildren. These activities help me relax and recharge after a busy day of wedding planning and coordinating. I am grateful for the opportunity to be a part of such a joyous and meaningful occasion in people's lives.
Melanie Bauduin
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Hi everyone! My name is Melanie and I first began my journey into the wedding world in fall of 2022. I was working an office job, and craving something new and exciting! I wanted each day to be different, to work with people that were passionate and creative, to be on my feet more, and I got exactly that. My career started on the catering side of the wedding industry, but my heart lies with coordinating and planning!
My favorite part of wedding planning is seeing everything come together on wedding day! It’s always fun to see a different group of vendors team up with their unique talents to make each wedding different than the last. Even better is seeing the bride and groom bursting with joy when all the planning is done and they can finally enjoy their happiest day with each other!
I finally tied the knot with my high school sweetheart in March of this year! We live by the beach with our 2 year old pup Besito (which means “little kiss” in Spanish, and certainly fits him). We love all things ocean, camping, and music, usually enjoyed with our huge tribe of friends and family! It was my husband’s idea for me to work in the wedding world, knowing my passion for details, organization, and love stories.
Laurel Morley
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I’m Laurel! I’m from Cape Cod, Massachusetts and have lived in Florida for 3 years now with my husband who is a helicopter pilot in the Navy. We are dog parents to 2 boys who we absolutely love, and I’m also a crazy plant lady with over 65 indoor plants!
My favorite part about weddings is seeing the brides face when the day the she dreams about for so long comes to life!
Shelby Hancock
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Hi, my name is Shelby! I’m originally from Iowa, but now call the Tampa Bay area home, and am loving it! Outside of work, I love spending time with family, friends, and my sweet puppy, Ivy. I also enjoy traveling, staying active, reading, playing sand volleyball, and trying out new recipes.
Before joining the Coastal fam, I worked in event management on the venue side and it has been so fun to get to see more of the client side and get to build personal relationships with people.
My favorite part about weddings is seeing how each individual couple's personalities and tastes can be brought to life. Generally, weddings all follow the same structure, but it's so fun to see how each person has a different vision and to be a part of bringing that to fruition for them, each wedding still ends up being so different from the last. It's also such a great feeling to see the couple excited about the finished product and feel like they can breathe and truly enjoy their special day.
I hope I can contribute to and experience your big day as well!
What Drives Us
Whether you have a trendy or traditional, extravagant or tastefully modest wedding vision, it’s our job to help you make it happen. To achieve your goals, while providing your peace of mind and a lasting memory. We’ve planned thousands (yep, you read that right) weddings, so we’ve picked up more than a thing or two about executing the best event possible for each couple. No two couples are exactly alike, which means planning each event is a unique experience. Lucky for all of us, we have the magic recipe for keeping not only the planning of your day on the right track, but the day-of running like a well-oiled machine!
We Believe That Love Is Love
So you won’t find any discrimination here. We will welcome you with open arms. And if you aren’t into hugs, we’re happy to give you high-fives, fist bumps, or blow air kisses. At the end of the day, we want you to feel not just good, but great – and in the best hands possible!
Trends
We love to not only keep up to date on the latest trends, but create NEW trends. There is always a way to take a vision to the next level and we are here for it.
Traditions
Whether you are going for a Traditional Wedding or creating your own traditions, we are here to bring that vision to life! We love new ideas & are always inspired by working to incorporate different cultural influences.
Interested in Joining Our Team?
We’re always looking for talent!
Got what it takes to work with us? Great! Send us a link to your resumé or portfolio to become part of our talent pool.