We commit to a limited number of weddings each year so we can provide a highly personalized experience and genuine partnership.
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It's important to us that you know we are deeply invested in ensuring you feel supported, informed, and cared for every step of the way.
KMC Events + Design is an Ohio wedding planning and design team, creating exceptional celebrations both locally and around the world. At our core, we believe in meaningful connection, thoughtful design, and flawless execution. Every wedding is approached with a commitment to excellence, embracing a timeless, hospitality-driven aesthetic that transcends trends and prioritizes an effortless, deeply personal experience.
Intentional Planning
Our Core Values
Meaningful Hospitality
Thoughtful
Design
Calm Leadership
Seamless Execution
karen collins
CEO | Principal Planner & Designer
I’ve always loved bringing people together, which eventually led me from planning parties for friends to a career in weddings and hospitality. Those early experiences shaped the way I work today and taught me just how much thought and care goes into making people feel truly taken care of.
More than 18 years into this career, I still love the combination of creativity, problem-solving, and people that comes with every wedding. No two couples or families are the same, and getting to know them, earning their trust, and creating something together is still my favorite part of what I do.
Originally a Florida girl, I’ve called Cincinnati home for more than a decade. When I’m not working, I’m usually with my husband, Andy, and our two boys, traveling whenever we get the chance and figuring out where we want to go next.
Kylie Clayton
Lead Events Manager
I’ve always loved the creativity, connection, and little details that make a wedding feel truly special. As a Lead Event Manager, I love getting to know each couple and helping bring their vision to life in a way that feels completely their own.
With a background in marketing, project coordination, and event planning, I genuinely enjoy keeping all the moving pieces organized while making sure every celebration feels thoughtful and memorable. Whether I’m coordinating vendors, perfecting a timeline, or making sure the smallest details are in place, I thrive behind the scenes so our couples can be fully present and enjoy every moment of their day.
My favorite part of being at KMC is seeing everything come together and watching our couples celebrate with the people they love most. I’m all about creating a fun, seamless experience from start to finish, and making sure you feel supported, excited, and taken care of every step of the way.
lulu gordon
Lead Events Manager
I’ve always loved parties! Growing up, my mom had people over and dinner parties all the time. Watching her perfect the decor and the menu and make every detailed decision her own grew my love of doing the exact same thing. And a wedding is just a much larger scale dinner party! (With better clothing!)
As I got older, I craved design and relationship building, which brought me to KMC. It had been so fun getting to know our couples, their guests, and seeing every vision come to life. It’s also so interesting to see the different styles and ideas that blossom from each couple. The effort and detail that goes into each wedding is so fun to explore and it’s really lends to each wedding feeling fresh and new.
Although no wedding is ever the same, my favorite is watching the person at the altar when they see their person walking down the aisle. The love at every wedding is palpable. It’s what keeps me coming back for more.
When I’m not helping couples make their wedding dreams come true, I am either with my friends, my family, or my dog Honey. Or, I’m probably exploring the many restaurants around Cincinnati!
