Building a thriving business requires robust and dependable systems and processes. Your systems serve as the backbone of your success. And, they allow you to confidently showcase your skills, your products, and your exceptional service to the world.

That’s Where the Enlightened Creative Comes In!

This is where you’ll get to build on your current training or self-taught skills. Here, you get to work collaboratively with a wedding and event industry expert to tackle your current and potential business challenges. We will work together to ensure that your journey as a small business owner is both smooth and successful.


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Need a Speaker Who Delivers a Real Impact?

If you’re planning a conference, retreat, or workshop for entrepreneurs or event professionals, I offer more than just inspiration. I offer transformation. With decades of experience producing high-end events and business education, I help creatives like you build stronger backends, attract ideal clients, and elevate your brand. My business management educational sessions blend actionable strategies with heartfelt stories. Your audience will walk away motivated, equipped, and ready to grow their business with clarity and confidence.

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Ready to Elevate Your Wedding and Event Planning Expertise?

Wedding and Event Planners: If you’re ready to become a leader in your industry and in your market, you’ve come to the right place. This is where you can access my sought-after wedding planning guidebooks, join my monthly wedding management webinars, and participate in insightful quarterly discussions. It’s all designed to enhance your knowledge and grow your expertise.

THIS IS WHERE YOU WILL INVEST IN YOU.

Grow, Scale and Strengthen Your Business

Wedding and event entrepreneurs: It’s time to move beyond the hustle and build a business that runs with clarity and purpose. At the Enlightened Creative, you’ll find courses, workshops and expert resources designed to help you streamline your operations, elevate your brand, and scale with confidence. Whether you’re launching or leveling up, you’ll gain the tools and strategies you need to grow a sustainable, profitable business rooted in your creative passion.

THIS IS WHERE YOU WILL ELEVATE YOUR BUSINESS

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The Latest Wedding Planning Guidebook

The latest the Enlightened Creative wedding planning guidebook is packed with tools and tips to take the stress out of working with caterers, bands, and rental companies for your next wedding or event.

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kind feedback of the Enlightened Creative from clientele

“The crisis management book really has a lot of great tips that are so easy to add to your event process and get your team involved. Thanks for putting that one out. It’s definitely a great addition to my library of event planning resources.”
Abeki CarterEvent Industry Educator
“I took the time today to read every word of your guidebook on wedding attire. You have given a bride thorough direction on how to negotiate the wedding gown purchase . . .”
Miriam LiggettPresident/COO, Soliloquy Bridal
“When I upgraded my customer experience strategies I turned to the ‘Brainery Project.’ There is a lot of love in each session, loads of wisdom and honest practical advice for growing your company. Check it out.”
Adriana VaznaughCEO, Senior Life Enrichment Consultants, LLC
“Kay, you are such a blessing! This was an amazing workshop, and I’m super excited to dive into corporate planning.”
Shalyce Tyson, CWPOwner, Sensational Soirees
“I love that you have so many years of experience to share with others. Everyone is a business/life coach today and you’re coming at it from a more practical stance — learning applicable and valuable lessons.”
Saundra HadleyOwner, Planning Forever Events
“Thank you for being so willing to share your gift during the ‘Brainery Project.’ I haven’t been able to nail my target client since I rebranded, so this assignment will definitely change things for my company.”
Sharia Barksdale, MTA, CMPCEO, Eclectic Fête
“I assure you that the course, ‘Adding Corporate Events To Your Wedding Business’ is NOT a fluff course – it’s the real deal and 100% a worthwhile investment . . .”
Yosira JamisonDesigner, Events by Yosira
“Your PR course is such a valuable tool for my business. I will absolutely use it to make tweaks to my website, connect with journalists and further develop relationships with the press.”
Kathryne CarterOwner, Grace and Virtue Events
“If you don’t have the DC wedding guide in your library, shame on you! Excellent resource not only for planners but for wedding couples as well. Kay lays out the nuts and bolts right here in the guide.”
Tywana TylerWedding and Event Planner

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