At CC Ellison Events, planning is more than logistics — it’s stewardship.
With over a decade of experience across nonprofit, corporate, and private events, I bring a steady hand, a strategic mind, and deep respect for the people and spaces involved in every celebration.
My role is to translate your vision into a grounded, organized plan — and then execute it with precision, warmth, and care.
Whether you’re planning a wedding, producing a meaningful gathering, or seeking professional support behind the scenes, my work is guided by intention, integrity, and trust.
Let’s talk about what you’re building — and how I can help bring it to life.
What We Do
Whether you are planning a social celebration for family and friends, a unique getaway for a special occasion, or launching a new business, we are excited to connect you!
Wedding & Event
Planning
From full-service planning to month-of coordination, I support couples who want their wedding to feel aligned, thoughtful, and well-managed from start to finish. Full service, month-of, and day-of (week-of) coordination available for:
Premier Wedding Planning
Bachelor & Bachelorette
Travel, Menu, & Party Planning
Milestone & Surprise Birthdays
Holiday Parties
Anniversary & Retirement Celebrations
Memorial/Celebration of Life Planning
Executive Meetings
Conferences & Workshops
Retirement Celebrations
Galas & Fundraisers Event Planning
Community Events Development Events
Onsite Event Management
Event &
Business
Consulting
Strategic consulting for small businesses, creatives, and event professionals seeking clarity, systems, and operational support.
Comprehensive or ala carte review & assessment of current business practices against current goals, often leading to custom Strategic Plan Development.
May include review & assessment of:
Physical & digital daily tasks processes & procedures
Short & Long term revenue goals
Current Marketing & Engagement strategy & goals
Wedding
Planner
Assistance
Reliable, professional, experienced calm chaos manager available for day-of on-site support for wedding planners who need a capable partner to execute seamlessly.
Lead Day-Of Event Management
Assistant to Lead Day-Of Event Management
Rehearsal Coordinator
Venue &
Church
Partnerships
In-house planning partnerships that elevate guest experience and support venue teams.
Exclusive and Non-Exclusive referral based partnerships
Onsite Venue Manager / Coordinator
Client Reviews
Erika J.
Simple Wedding Ceremony
Chayla was our main point of contact and was extremely open, professional, and accommodating! I could go on and on about Chayla...she made the process a delight! Josh & I had a short, 5-month engagement and we didn't feel rushed to make any decisions here.
Chayla was there every step of the way updating me on who had/hadn't arrived, what was going on downstairs, etc. She even came to just sit with me in the bridal suite to help remove any jitters. That kind of care can't be made up. Forever grateful!
Jennifer G.
Surprise Party:
50th Birthday
Celebration
"This couple is magnificent!!!!! It would have taken me hours and hours to do what they did!! Thanks again for an amazing party!"
Jeff P.
Summer Wedding
Ceremony & Reception
You all were amazing! I wanted to write a long email telling all the details I loved about each one of your work, but I could not let myself wind down from this wonderful feeling of accomplishment, and all thanks to you. You made it happen, and we will be forever grateful.
Meg P.
The Climb out of the Darkness
Fundraiser & Awareness Walk
"Forever grateful for you and your amazing planning talent to make our walk such a success!"
Clinton-Dale B.
Self Arranged Farm Wedding
Ceremony &Reception
On your wedding day there is only so much you can do yourself and when you have to let go, you want Chayla and Chris there to make sure the rest is taken care of.
The ability to see a vision and execute a plan exactly is something that not everyone possesses, however, every single thing they were involved with was finished to the highest standard, as if this was THEIR day and perfect was the only option.
I had prepared most of the timeline and layout, but they were the only ones I could trust with assigning a task and KNOWING it was going to get done the correct way, which took a TON of stress off of me that day.
Chayla and Chris are THE way to make sure your special day goes EXACTLY how you envision,
so you can be present and enjoy it.
Our Mission
At CC Ellison Events our mission is to deliver a seamless, enjoyable event-planning experience while creating events that not only align with our clients' goals but consistently surpass their expectations. We combine our expertise with creative finesse to transform your vision into a reality, and take great pride in orchestrating events that are not just memorable but also reflective of the rich tapestry of human experiences and backgrounds.
We believe that exceptional events are rooted in diversity, equity, and inclusion, and in our pursuit of inclusion, we actively seek out diverse perspectives, talent, and suppliers, ensuring that every event we create is a celebration of our global community. We operate with empathy and professionalism, delivering on our promises and providing clear, straightforward communication every step of the way.
