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With nearly 40 years combined experience, we guide our clients through the planning process with curiosity and expertise. You should enjoy the event you've worked so hard to create, and with us on your team, you can.

Meagan Culkin

Meagan Culkin

Owner, Lead Planner and Designer

I started coordinating weddings 11 years ago, and have worked on hundreds of weddings and events since then. I'm passionate about serving couples who are stressed out, burned out, struggling with their vision, or just need a second opinion on how things look. Whether that's taking something off of your plate or standing by your side and creating it with you-- I'm happy to help. I believe there's a place for everyone here, and want to do whatever I can to bring your unique visions to life. And while I absolutely love being present on a wedding day, I am also aware that we can best serve our clients by leading with our strengths-- and that looks like this amazing team. While I will continue to serve our design and full service clients, this amazing team of ladies who have been working behind the scenes for years to bring events to life, are stepping up into the spotlight and will be working to provide more 1:1 customized client experiences. We will continue to work as a team on projects, to bring our individual strengths to each event. Some couples need help with logistics, while others need help with design. Some want a planner that is also their best friend, and some want someone to operate behind the scenes to get the job done. Whatever that looks like for you-- we've got someone amazing on the team who can help. There is no one "right way" to plan an event-- we just want to find the way that's right for you.

Bailey Murad

Bailey Murad

Lead Coordinator

Born and raised Raleigh girl here! I graduated from NC State with a degree in Fashion Product Development/Design. I moved to a couple of different states after graduation to pursue those dreams, but eventually moved back home to Raleigh. Since I was little I always knew I wanted to work in the wedding industry and so I am very happy to be here now! With a background in design, my favorite part of weddings is seeing all the design elements come together from linens, to florals, and beyond. I also love to help create a virtual experience of all of our weddings on our social media. When I'm not working, you can probably find me at Chick-fil-A or watching Netflix or online "window" shopping.

Emily Patton

Emily Patton

Associate Coordinator

I started as an intern with Magnolia Collective, then transitioned to an Event Coordinator after graduation from ECU. I have my B.S. in Hospitality Management with a concentration in Special Events and Conventions. My favorite part of a wedding is seeing an empty venue come to life with everything the couple has picked out - but I also love a first look and a first dance!! The Bachelor, Bachelorette, or Bachelor in Paradise are my guilty pleasures that I don't feel that guilty about!

Jennigrace Luter

Jennigrace Luter

Lead Coordinator

More info about Jennigrace coming soon!

Monica Shaver

Monica Shaver

Assistant Coordinator

More info about Monica coming soon!

Lauren Bunn

Lauren Bunn

Operations Manager & Lead Planner

I was born and raised in Goldsboro, NC. I met Meagan while attending college at UNC Wilmington, where we were both in the Sigma Alpha Omega Christian sorority. After getting my degree in Marketing, I moved to Myrtle Beach, SC and happened to run into my now husband who moved me back home about 2 miles from where I grew up! I have spent many years in the Human Resources field, where I feel like my passion for people really thrives! Outside of the "HR realm," my husband's family owns a rental business so I spend quite a bit of time helping with wedding and party rentals, as well as managing their business Facebook page! I love meeting new people, learning their passions and helping to craft a wedding or event that represents everything they love! When I am not working, you can find me traveling or hanging with my two kiddos! I have a "4 going on 14" year old daughter...which is a second job in itself!

Marianne Johnson

Marianne Johnson

Lead Coordinator, Virginia

More info about Marianne coming soon!

Samantha Johnson

Samantha Johnson

Assistant Coordinator

More info about Samantha coming soon!

Judie Taylor

Judie Taylor

Graphic Designer

More info about Judie coming soon...

Jacquelyn Craig

Jacquelyn Craig

Lead Coordinator, Virginia

More info about Jacquelyn coming soon...

Savannah Jamieson

Savannah Jamieson

Lead Planner & Coordinator

I have been with the Magnolia team since 2015, and have been helping to plan and coordinate events since 2009. From weddings and birthday parties to graduation celebrations and everything in between, my keen eye for detail allows me to help make each event unique and unforgettable. When not coordinating weddings, you can find me binging true crime podcasts and TV shows, hanging out with my cat and dog, or planning theme nights with friends.

Abby Allen

Abby Allen

Assistant Coordinator, Virginia

More info about Abby coming soon!

Christine Fricke

Christine Fricke

Assistant Coordinator

More info about Christine coming soon...

Mary Supple

Mary Supple

Assistant Coordinator

More info about Mary coming soon!

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