From the moment he asks to the moment you say, “I do,” Elizabeth Ashley is there to make sure that each memory is not only perfect, but unforgettable.

As one of the most sought after wedding planners in the High Country, Elizabeth and her team of wedding professionals have been responsible for many detailed events and unique weddings.

Her career in the wedding industry began by working in a bridal boutique where she gained much knowledge and experience toward fulfilling her dream of becoming a wedding planner.

As a young girl, she was known for her sketches of formal wedding gowns. As she grew older, she discovered her passion and talent for weddings and planning events.

Elizabeth’s experience at a local bridal shop as the senior bridal consultant enabled her to grasp the importance of accommodating brides and their families.

Learning the business from some of the best in the industry, Elizabeth took those valuable lessons and created a business that combined all of her talents into one.

Events by Elizabeth Ashley was established with the realization that the area needed a professional who was willing to go to great lengths, Elizabeth states, “Someone,” Elizabeth states, “who not only would get the job done, but who understood the clientele.”

As her past work has taken her to locales all over the map, Elizabeth is able to offer the High Country a taste of various styles and trends not always found locally. In addition to exciting spots up and down to the east coast, she has also worked with clients from around the world.

“E-mails to China, conference calls to England and France – there’s never a dull moment,” Elizabeth says. “Even when I’m on vacation, I’m thinking of my clients and looking for fresh new ideas to benefit their special day.”

For a bride and groom, the ever-changing wedding industry can be overwhelming, Elizabeth acknowledges. Understanding the pressure this can create for a bride, especially, it’s just one more reason she works closely with each client individually to incorporate personal touches and allow the decision-making process to be fun.

Elizabeth’s experience in the industry helped form relationships with an extensive list of highly regarded vendors and rental companies to make every element flawless and memorable. Her work has been distributed across the nation in many bridal publications. For two years in a row, her business held the bridal choice award on weddingwire.com.

Elizabeth’s passion for making people happy shows in everything she does. Her personality is magnetic, exuding a sense of stability and comfort.

She believes that every person attending an event should walk away saying it was the best (wedding, party, etc.) ever. She and her team do everything they can to make that a reality.
Because Elizabeth works as a full-time wedding and event specialist, she is able to provide specialized services that involve meeting the demands of her clients.

As a native to the area, Elizabeth knows the importance of supporting local business and keeps this thought in mind with every event. She also tries to be as “green” and eco-friendly as possible.

Whether it’s a sunset wedding on the beach, an elaborate evening candlelit wedding in the mountains, or a crisp fall afternoon ceremony under the apple trees, Elizabeth can help visions become reality.

Her expertise does not stop with just weddings, but also includes destination weddings and other special events such as equestrian shows, fundraisers, golf tournaments, in-home wine tastings, tea socials, luncheons, baby showers and much more.

Elizabeth is quick to admit that her success would not be possible without the support of local vendors, her family and friends. “It takes a team to orchestrate a lovely wedding. The credit can never go to just one person.”

When Elizabeth is not working, she loves spending time playing with the children of her best friend, hiking a trail or playing golf. She has a zest for life that drives her creativity, both personally and professionally. Even on the job, Elizabeth’s sense of humor is evident. She makes every effort to make her work feel fun.

“I often have to remind myself that I’m working. It’s a wonderful place to be.”

For more information, visit her Web site at www.eventsbyelizabethashley.com.