Our Team
Tracey
Tracey is the founder and lead designer of Willow Event Designs. After a 30‑year career as a paralegal — and with a lifelong background in fashion and interior design — Tracey transformed her love for planning and styling events into a full‑time career. For years, she created celebrations for family and friends, discovering just how much joy she found in bringing people together through thoughtful, beautiful design.
Tracey is deeply passionate about crafting memorable, personalized events that reflect each client’s unique vision. Her approach blends creativity, precision, and heart, ensuring every detail feels intentional, meaningful, and infused with fun and love.
With roots in fashion and interior design, Tracey brings an elevated eye for style, color, and spatial flow. She thrives on transforming ideas into immersive experiences, always striving to make every event special, seamless, and unforgettable.
Tracey is thrilled to work in a field she truly loves — one where her creativity, organization, and passion come together to create celebrations that leave lasting impressions.
Dawn
Dawn is a passionate lead designer and high school mathematics teacher, blending creativity with structure in both her teaching and design work. With a natural talent for organizing beautiful spaces, Willow thrives on her attention to detail and ability to bring clients' visions to life. Her teaching experience influences her design approach, focusing on collaboration, structure, and creating environments where people feel inspired and connected. Dawn’s ability to listen and integrate diverse ideas makes her a standout designer, committed to making a positive impact both in the classroom and through her events.
Kari
Kari is a dynamic associate designer at Willow Event Designs and the owner of a successful daycare, where her creativity, attention to detail, and positivity shine in both fields. A true self-starter, Kari thrives on bringing design plans to life, turning clients' visions into beautiful, memorable events. Her innovative ideas, meticulous approach, and adaptability make her an invaluable team member. Kari’s warmth, optimism, and tireless work ethic ensure that every event exceeds expectations. Her dedication and passion for design and community continue to play a key role in the success of Willow Event Designs.
Darcy
Darcy is a talented associate designer at Willow Event Designs and also works in accounts payables for a property management company. Known for her creativity, organizational skills, and attention to detail, Darcy excels in both fields. She is passionate about creating memorable events, ensuring every element—down to the smallest detail—reflects the client’s vision. Darcy thrives on collaboration and communication, building strong client relationships and exceeding expectations with every project. Her ability to balance creative design with analytical tasks showcases her versatility and work ethic. Reliable, positive, and dedicated, Darcy is a true asset to Willow Event Designs, continually delivering excellence in everything she does.
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Leticia
Leticia is a dynamic and dedicated team member at Willow Event Designs, where she manages inventory, maintains the website, assists with design ideas, and handles customer service. Her attention to detail and strong work ethic are essential in delivering high-quality service and ensuring the smooth operation of the business. Beyond her role at Willow Events, Leticia supports local veterans as a volunteer and bartender at the VFW, creating a welcoming space for those who have served. Her passion for giving back to the community and advocating for veterans is at the heart of everything she does. Known for her infectious laughter and vibrant personality, Leticia brings joy and energy to every project she’s involved in. Her dedication to both her work and community makes her an invaluable asset to Willow Event Designs and a beloved figure at the VFW.
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Lia
Lia is an associate designer with a passion for both event design and early childhood education. With a background in child development, Lia brings a thoughtful, purposeful approach to her designs, ensuring every event is not only visually stunning but also meaningful for all attendees. Whether working on intimate gatherings or large-scale events, she excels in turning concepts into reality with a keen eye for detail. Lia is committed to creating environments that nurture creativity and well-being, values she integrates into her design work. A collaborative team player, her creativity and enthusiasm make her a key asset to any event planning project.
