SIMPLY GOLDEN
Meet The "Golden Girls"
(and Antario!)
Event planning isn’t just a job. It’s an art. It’s a lifestyle. And it’s something we were born to do.
Our journey to becoming event planners started with a shared love for bringing people together. We realized that we had a talent for turning ordinary moments into extraordinary memories, and we knew we had to turn that talent into a career. Our personal connection to the work we do is what sets us apart. It's why we wake up excited to go to work every day, and it's what drives us to go above and beyond for every single event.
CO-FOUNDER / LEAD EVENT PRODUCER
Keiana Hastings
Keiana, a native of Columbia, TN, is a firm believer that every occasion deserves to be celebrated and has a natural ability to bring people together. When she's not working events she enjoys reading and trying new restaurants with her husband, Austin!
The amount of pure joy I get from planning an event and seeing it come to life is out of this world. It doesn't matter what type of event it is, the moment we can step back and say hey, we did it is always a great feeling. With weddings, it truly is an honor to be trusted with one of the most important days of someone's life—like that's a HUGE deal. And the smiles on their faces at the end of the night, make the countless emails, questions and hours spent planning all worth it!
My favorite movie is Bring it On. I can and do quote it—and act it out—from start to finish! Every. Single. Time.
It depends on my mood, like am I trying to shake a tail feather or just two step? I wanna Dance with Somebody, Get Low, and Party in the USA will always get me on the dance floor!
CO-FOUNDER / LEAD EVENT PRODUCER
Hailey Keyees
Hailey has always had a fine eye for detail, which is why she thrives in the event world. She enjoys the satisfaction of bringing her clients' visions to life and seeing all the hard work come to fruition. She believes it takes a village to raise a child, and an army of awesome vendors to pull off an event. Prior to SGE, Hailey was a venue manager here in Nashville! When she's not planning or working an event, you can find her walking her pup,Ruby, tending to her garden, or planning her next big trip.
Martha Stewart
Major laughs + trust!
International travel blogger for sure!
EVENT MANAGER
Delaney Amatrudo
When I was growing up, both of my parents loved entertaining. My dad has always hosted big parties with full antipasto spreads, and my mom was a Martha Stewart-type who could whip up elaborate snacks (she always brought quiche to my classroom parties) and DIY basically any sort of decor. I guess I wound up inheriting their hosting gene, and now I love helping people bring their vision for the perfect event to life.
When I'm not working on events, you can actually catch me around town performing in local theatre productions!
Anything all-inclusive where I don't have to do anything all week except eat, drink and relax!
DAY-OF ASSISTANT
Antario Jones
DAY-OF ASSISTANT
Anabel Mann
I decided to try out event planning because I've always loved watching events come together. It's a wonderful feeling seeing all of the hard work come to life.
I love a chill Friday night with my friends—whether we're grabbing dinner or checking out a movie, we always have a good time!
My favorite restaurant in Nashville is Sonobana. They have the BEST miso soup!
DAY-OF ASSISTANT
Chelsea Perritt
Chelsea is originally from Spring Hill, Tennessee, but claims Nashville as her true home. In her past life, she was a venue manager here in Nashville. She currently serves as a high school teacher by day who appreciates a clean house, a yummy pastry, and a nice cuddle with her pups and fiancé.
I love seeing the faces of the clients as they watch their vision come to life! Knowing that you were a part of making the day special, is really the most rewarding feeling.
Depends on my mood. Currently - Hawaii!
The Imitation Game