Hi I'm Jenae!

and I am the founder and lead planner of Thanks for Coming Events, based in Huntsville, AL and serving clients across Alabama, Georgia, and Tennessee. With over a decade of experience in tech and event management, I blend precision planning with heartfelt creativity to help people create events they’ll never forget.

My Story

I used to believe I had to choose between being strategic or soulful—between throwing a beautifully run event or creating a space that actually moved people. But after nearly a decade in tech managing global employee programs and culture strategies, I realized: the magic lives in the middle.

That’s why I founded Thanks for Coming Events—a boutique event planning company rooted in the belief that people remember how they felt more than anything else. I bring the precision of a project manager, the heart of a storyteller, and the wisdom of a workplace culture consultant to every table I set and every experience I design. Whether I’m managing a $50K budget for a 300-person event or curating an intimate celebration for twenty, my goal is the same: to create spaces that feel like soul-level exhale.

But this work is also personal. I grew up as a quiet observer with a sharp mind and a deep desire to belong. I spent years shaping rooms I never felt fully seen in. Now, I shape rooms that help other people feel undeniably present. That journey has gifted me an ability—to intuitively reading energy, translating emotion into design, and creating events that everyone can feel connected to.

At Thanks for Coming, I specialize in:

Collaborative event planning support (You bring the vision, I make it real)
Celebration design & guest experience
Setup, logistics & day-of coordination so you can actually enjoy your event

This isn’t just about parties. It’s about presence.

And I’d love to help you create a moment worth remembering.