Today we’d like to introduce you to Katie Osborne.
Hi Katie, please kick things off for us with an introduction to yourself and your story.
I started as an elementary school teacher. On Sundays, I would serve as a coordinator for the church I attended. Some of my friends there were getting married in 2013 and asked me if I could help them coordinate, so I agreed. Word got out, and I started doing more weddings for friends at church over the next few years. In 2018, one of the Kindergarten teachers at the school where I taught heard that I had coordinated some weddings, and asked if I would help with hers. When I left this wedding I felt so exhausted, but so full of joy that I new I needed to do something in this industry to be able to help more couples. That summer, I started my company as a side gig and way to make extra money while teaching. I quickly began feeling more passion for it and started booking more than just a few weddings. It became clear that I needed to make this a full time job and leave teaching. In 2023 I left teaching and now get to spend my days helping couples bring their dream day to life with as little stress as possible.
Would you say it’s been a smooth road, and if not what are some of the biggest challenges you’ve faced along the way?
It was definitely a challenge learning the ropes of owning a business and entrepreneurship. My experience was in education, so I had to learn the necessities of running a business. I also had to work on time management. I spent 5 years teaching 4th graders and doing 30-50 weddings a year. I was teaching all day and then in meetings or emailing in the evenings. Most weekends were filled with events. I wanted to make sure each client and all of my students got the best I could give, so I had to set boundaries in my personal life to ensure I was resting and taking care of myself. Now that I am no longer teaching, I still keep one day a week free to rest and spend time with the important people in my life.
We’ve been impressed with Katie O Coordination, but for folks who might not be as familiar, what can you share with them about what you do and what sets you apart from others?
We are an event planning business based out of Franklin, Tennessee. We work diligently to take the stress out of our clients’ planning experiences, allowing them to enjoy all that pre-event excitement. You can rest assured that your vision will be brought to life with expert precision.
Whether you require just coordination or a partial planning package, Katie O Coordination has you covered. Specific services consist of consultations, vendor referrals, timeline creation, and much more. Though headquartered in Tennessee, Katie is happy to plan destination weddings in other locations. From your rehearsal dinner to your reception, the company can arrange every stage of your once-in-a-lifetime celebration.
We pride ourselves on our warmth and attentiveness, guiding clients through the process so that every detail is thought of and refined beautifully. On the day, we ensure everything runs smoothly, for a seamless experience for both you and your guests. We love when you, your family, and your friends get to enjoy your event thoroughly.
Before we let you go, we’ve got to ask if you have any advice for those who are just starting out?
Surround yourself with others that you admire and have experience in what you are doing. Network and get to know those that you will encounter in your field. Treat everyone with kindness and respect. Learn from your mistakes and always be willing to grow.
Pricing:
- Event Coordination starts at $2,500
- Partial Planning starts at $5,500
Contact Info:
- Website: https://katieocoordination.com/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katieocoordination/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/katieocoordination
- Other: https://www.weddingwire.com/biz/katie-osborne-wedding-and-event-coordination/f0d13ce59ec9c25b.html
Image Credits
Danielle Lozeau Photography, The Hardcastles Photography, Parker Young Photography, Two and Yonder Photography, Sam Frawley Photography, Kelsey Young Photo, Brittany Roberts Photo, Jiana Taylor
