I cannot recommend Katie enough as THE wedding planner/coordinator you should get for your wedding day. Katie had an impossible job - trying to unify my and my husband's visions (which were usually almost opposite of eachother) into a cohesive event, in a very spatially restrictive venue, with very unique components (turning our ceremony space into a surprise rock band performance and back into a reception/dance floor). Not only did she do it flawlessly while having us both feeling heard and represented, but she also had things under control in such a way that I felt not one single, solitary, SPECK of stress on our wedding day and was able to be carried away by the bliss and serenity of the best day, evening, and night ever (and that is a huge feat as I can confidently say I've never NOT been stressed a single day or hour in my life). Katie knows her stuff, can anticipate potential problems and comes up with creative and effective solutions, and goes above and beyond to help bring our visions to life. And, she's an all-around lovely person. If you choose Willow and Waylon Events for your wedding day, you won't be disappointed!

(all photos courtesy of Joe Hang, photographer)

Katie did an incredible job as our wedding planner! Our wedding was around 125 people at our local nature center. From the time we started working together to the night of our wedding, she made sure every detail was perfect. She checked in with us routinely to make sure we were staying on track and on schedule. She had great recommendations for venders as well. She made our wedding night as stress free as possible! We wholeheartedly recommend her!

I would recommend Willow and Waylon Events to absolutely anyone planning a wedding!

Not only was Katie an absolute JOY to work with, but she demonstrated everything you would want in a wedding planner. She was extremely organized and professional, never letting us settle for anything other than exactly what we wanted, and she was also extremely kind, never pushy or judgmental, and above all else always assured us that our day would be celebratory and stress free.
Katie is exactly the type of person that you can trust with one of the most important days of your life. Everyone remarked that I was an exceptionally “chill” bride, and I owe my ability to be relaxed, present, and enjoy my day to Katie.
If you have the opportunity to work with Willow and Waylon Events, you will not be disappointed!

Katie at Willow and Waylon Events exceeded our expectations! She was so helpful throughout the planning process and made our wedding day completely stress free. She thought about every little detail and streamlined communications between all of our vendors. I would recommend her to anyone seeking a wedding coordinator as she was an invaluable part of creating our wedding day.

Our wedding planner was such a great partner throughout the process. Early on, she helped us stay organized with to-do lists and timelines — it felt simple at first, but really validated that we were on track. While the overall vision and style were still up to us, she made sure every detail was covered.

She truly shined in the final stretch, especially starting about six weeks out. She kept us on schedule, coordinated with all our vendors, and aimed to have everything finalized two weeks before the big day — which made the lead-up so smooth.

On the wedding day itself, we realized just how much work she had put in behind the scenes. Everything ran flawlessly, and we were completely stress-free. She thought of things we never would have, and was hands-down the most valuable member of our wedding team. Highly recommend!

We got married on August 22, 2025, at the St. James in Milwaukee, and having Katie as our wedding coordinator was one of the best decisions we made. She was incredibly familiar with the venue, which made everything smoother and gave us so much peace of mind.
From the beginning, Katie struck the perfect balance between offering expert recommendations—based on what she’s seen work well—and giving us the freedom to make choices that felt true to us. It never felt like she was pushing a “one-size-fits-all” approach; instead, she genuinely wanted our day to reflect us.
As a bride, I had my fair share of nerves and stress, and Katie was amazing at calming me down and keeping everything on track. She was easy to talk to, super organized, and just felt like someone I clicked with instantly. On the day of the wedding, she handled everything behind the scenes so we could be fully present and enjoy every moment.
If you're looking for someone who will treat your wedding with care, professionalism, and heart—Katie is your person. We’re so grateful for her and can’t recommend Willow and Waylon Events enough!

I cannot express enough how having Katie around for our rehearsal and big day made everything so much easier. Throughout the whole planning process she was so helpful, organized, calm (a huge plus), and brought things to our attention we would’ve otherwise missed. On the big day, she did so much that I am aware of but also I’m sure a myriad of things were resolved by her that I don’t know about (and don’t need to). The day ran smoothly, and my husband and I and our families didn’t need to think about logistics at all. Because we had her help, we were able to just focus on the importance of the day: marrying each other! If you want a smooth, easy day for your wedding, hire Katie.

Katie was an absolutely fantastic wedding planner! From the very beginning, she impressed us with her incredible attention to detail and exceptional organization. Leading up to our big day, she kept us on track with regular planning sessions and thorough checklists that made the entire process feel smooth and stress-free.

Her vendor recommendations were spot on — she helped us secure the perfect venue and arrange incredible food that our guests are still raving about. Katie’s experience and expertise really shined as she guided us through every decision with thoughtful suggestions and a calm, confident approach.

On our wedding day, Katie was nothing short of amazing. She seamlessly coordinated every vendor, handled all the behind-the-scenes details, and ensured everything went off without a single hitch. Because of her hard work, we were able to be fully present and truly enjoy every moment of our celebration.

We couldn’t be more grateful for all that Katie did to make our wedding day perfect. We highly recommend her to anyone looking for a wedding planner who will go above and beyond to create a flawless, magical experience.

Thank you so much, Katie, for everything!
– Madison & Emily

We used Katie's partial planning service which included day-of coordination. I truly don't think we could have pulled our wedding off without her! She is extremely knowledgable about local vendors which greatly reduced the amount of time I had to spend inquiring and booking. We had frequent, scheduled calls with Katie during which she would create a checklist for me to work on until the next call. If questions came up, she was quick to respond. I even received weekly check-in texts which I so appreciated because I had a lot going on in my life aside from wedding planning. She would also reach out to vendors on behalf of us to nail things down as the wedding date came closer.

Perhaps most importantly, Katie was a godsend on our wedding day. She was present at the rehearsal the evening before, so we felt confident about the ceremony. She ensured that any questions during the wedding were to be directed to her so the groom and I were able to enjoy our day. It was important to me that my family didn't have to help set-up or take down the venue. I didn't have to worry about this at all with Katie as she perfectly executed my vision for the day. At the end of the night she packed everything up and made sure it all went home with the right people.

Overall, I highly recommend that you use Willow and Waylon for your wedding. Katie's experience and expertise in the wedding industry is clear. Planning a wedding is no joke, but Katie made the experience much easier and I always felt supported. Thanks Katie!

We can’t recommend Katie enough! She truly went above and beyond our expectations, acting not only as our day-of coordinator but also keeping us on track, organized, and stress-free throughout the entire planning process. We can honestly say that deciding to work with Katie was one of the best decisions we made for the entire wedding.

On our wedding day, she took charge of everything- managing our families, coordinating vendors, and ensuring all the details were handled. She was able to juggle different personalities with such ease and professionalism, which made a huge difference in keeping things calm and running smoothly. It almost felt like she was a therapist at times- helping us work through any stress or concerns, which was a huge relief when things started feeling overwhelming, both during the wedding planning and on the big day.

Thanks to her, we were able to truly relax, enjoy our day, and let our families enjoy it too- without worrying about setting up, tearing down, or managing logistics.

After the wedding, several of our guests even asked who she was because they were so impressed by how well she handled everything. One guest said, “She had such calm and approachable vibes,” which really captured the essence of how she made us feel.

If you want someone who will handle everything with grace and professionalism (and maybe even a little therapy along the way), Katie is an absolute gem!