living our best life
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The Kita Events NW Team
We believe that Life & Love are Precious Gifts.
Life is to be celebrated and Kita Events Northwest believes that no matter where you come from and what you celebrate, we 100% support you and your event. We dedicate ourselves to quality event planning services no matter your age, race, economic status, occupation and event vision. No two couples, clients, communities or companies are alike and we promise to work hard to give you a truly unique experience that is founded in love and is all inclusive. We believe in family whether it is by blood or by bond, when you work with Kita Events NW you become a part of our family.
“Let the beauty of what you love be what you do.” - Rumi
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Krista
Hello there friends my name is Krista and I am a life long Seattlite. I grew up in a family where holidays and special occasions were a big deal with good food on the table, beautiful handmade decorations about the house, and live music coming from the living room. I caught the “party planning bug” from my Mom. My first event I ever planned was a Halloween party in the 4th grade where I invited the entire class. I spent weeks cleaning out the old garage of my Mom’s 1920’s home to create the spookiest haunted house in town. My childhood friends still remembered it when we were at our 10 year high school reunion!
Some fun facts about me:
- The name Kita came from my baby cousin, who 22 years ago could not say Krista…I wear that nickname proudly!
- I may have a borderline addiction to peanut butter. So if you see me in the kitchen with a spoonful of peanut butter… just walk away slowly!
- I love to dance and have been known to cut a rug at the most unexpected moments!
- I met Robin Williams in “Old Portland”
- I have never been able to wink an eye or raise an eyebrow and it makes me truly jealous!
- My favorite anonymous quote is “Love life and life will love you back!”
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meet the team
Shellie
Planner Assistant & Day of Wedding Coordinator
Shellie has lived in the Pacific NW all her life and is an Edmonds resident. She never ceases the opportunity to tell a joke or sing no matter who is listening! She has developed her planning skills working as an activity director for a local senior community. Shellie says when she gets married…most of her guests will be the senior residents she works with! She is full of fun and is a very dedicated person to her work, her family and her church. Shellie caught the party planning bug when She was 20, she realized how much she loves to organize event spaces and wedding decor.
- She loves the smell of rain & old books
- Her family claims relations to Bing Crosby
- She is a 2nd Generation “trekkie” and loves to watch the Golden Girls
Sarah
Event Assistant
Her name is Sarah….with an “h” and she grew up a native of Snohomish County. She has the best laugh ever and is a design and fashion addict! It’s kinda weird… I know… but she has a degree in French Communications from Seattle Pacific University. She has a ton of energy and loves to be around others, especially when she can sing loud and be her goofy self. She is married to a great nerd (like herself) named David and they have an adorable kiddo, a fur baby named Moses and 4 chickens who lay fresh eggs daily. She caught the party planning bug as a server and has been in love with it ever since.
- She has cried at every wedding she has ever witnessed!
- She is a Goal setting Junkie
- She considers herself a 1 (wo)man song and dance show
Erica
Hey there, my name is Erica Simila I am 23 years old and I work for Kita Event NW! I am currently a student at Northwest University studying for my masters in education. In my free time I like spending time with friends & family, hiking, working out, traveling and going on adventures! The love of my life is my gray cat named Titus. I was born and raised in Spokane Washington and moved to the Seattle area in 2018. I love the rain and am happy to be living in the beautiful PNW.
If you were wondering…
- I’ve traveled throughout Europe
- My favorite food is Tikka Masala with Garlic Naan
- I LOVE to sing in the shower
Aunjenae
Aunjenae is a resident of Edmonds, Graduate of Meadowdale High School, and currently a Student at Seattle University. She has a smile that lights up the room and a warm and fun personality to sweep you off your feet. She has been part of “Kita’s Crew” for 1 year and loves helping to make our client’s wedding vision come to life.
What you may not know is that . . .
- She dreams of living in Greece
- Her favorite TV show is Shameless
- She loves to eat out at Seattle Dog
Julian
Julian is a Sophmore at Meadowdale High School. He has been influenncial with his peers at school and at his church, Northwest Church in Lynnwood. Julian is part of the Stage Crew for his school Productions. He is currently studdying for his driver’s license. When his is not studdying and working at Kita Events Northwest, he enjoys movie nights with his family on Fridays, playing video games, talking with his friends and watching Bones with his Bonus Mom.
Things that Julian won’t admit . . .
- He claims that he doesn't dance but those who know him, know that boy's got rhythm!
- He has a really big heart and offers so much compassion in everything he does.
- He is a huge fan of the Golden Girls.
What makes Kita Events NW different?
With over 20 years of customer service, project management, catering, event coordinating, floral design and a life of community service; we are the ultimate partner you need for planning your next celebration!