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!

My name is Alli Gaiss and I was raised in Columbus, Ohio. I graduated from The University of Alabama in May of 2019. 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 best 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.

When I am not working, you can find me spending time with my family/ friends, spoiling my niece, hanging out by the pool or beach and working out.

Roll Tide!

Hi guys!

My name is Cameron Lanoux Kelly. My friends call me Cam! I’m from Jacksonville, FL. I have always loved helping people plan their events and have even planned a few surprise events for my friends and family. From my mom’s surprise retirement party to my best friend’s engagement, I love to witness the moment people realize just how loved they truly are by their people! 

This love translated to weddings when I was planning my own in 2023. I love to play a role in making sure the wedding day is a perfect one! Every couple deserves to enjoy their most special day and be surrounded by love. I try my best to make sure that happens!

One of my favorite moments of the wedding day is listening to the speeches from loved ones. The whole room is filled with love!!

I can’t wait to meet you and help plan your day!

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!

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.

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

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

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!

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.

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.