Meet Us

Brought together by their mutual love for the Columbus wedding industry, Courtney of Rooted Together Events, and Allison of Kismet Visuals have joined forces to create an event for industry professionals to networks & connect, elevate their businesses through continued education and be inspired by beautiful styled shoots.

Meet the Hosts

  • Courtney Heibel

    Rooted Together Events
    Host & Organizer

    Courtney is a seasoned wedding & event planner who has earned a reputation for producing exceptional events. Beyond her impeccable planning skills, & creative designs, Courtney is known for her nurturing spirit and the positive energy she pours into her clients. This combination has led her to plan destination weddings across America, and work with some of the biggest names in the industry. Her work has been featured in Ruffled Blog, & various publications around Ohio, but it is her love for serving people and building community that truly feeds her soul & keeps her striving for more!

  • Allison Leonard

    Kismet Visuals & Co
    Host & Keynote Speaker

    Allison has stolen the heart of the city by capturing love stories in Columbus, Ohio, for the past 14 years. She has been voted “Best of Columbus” among her clients and peers and has graced the pages of local and national publications like Martha Stewart, Carats & Cake, Destination I Do, and re. She has been the photographer for The Scout Guide since 2018 and believes in the power of a strong brand and a stronger network. Her heart for education is rooted in the mantra, “community over competition” and she continues to pour into photographers through groups, mentorship’s and education.

Guest Speakers

  • Leda Anderson

    Leda Anderson Events

    “Building Planner / Photographer Relationships”

    As creative director, Leda Anderson, Is intentional in the way she views an event, and uses her talents to design in ways that stand the test of time and trend, yet push the bounds of your typical wedding. Her eye for unique detail sets her and her team apart from other event planning firms. Because of Leda's refined style, their work is highly published and has been seen both online and in print. With a decade of experience (formerly known as Events Held Dear), she has built a reputation amongst clients and industry peers alike as a professional, magnetic personality, and she believes every event should have a spark of that joy, too.

  • Loren Miller

    Luminary Productions

    “An Introduction into WIPA” / MC

    Luminary Productions is not just an entertainment service, but a creative partner that is leading the way in the events industry. Loren and his team desire to make your event wildly successful from the beginning to the end. Their professional DJ’s, Musicians, and Lighting Designers bring experience and expertise to elevate every event and exceed client expectations.

  • Abby Gongwer

    Abby Julieanne Photography

    “Creating a Sustainable Social Media Presence”

    Abby has grown her photography business through social media and local connections since launching in 2020. By building and maximizing a large instagram and tik tok following, she now teaches other wedding professionals how to create a social media presence that is sustainable and generates leads. Abby has a heart for education that has led her to offer mentorships to photographers all over the world. She loves connecting with other creatives and vendors in the Columbus market and is excited to share her knowledge with our community.