Start-up Speakeasy

A.C.E. Adventures in Creative Entrepreneurship           Episode #23 Guest: Elyse SkansiHost: Kristy OustaletShow Notes + Links can be found at http://kristyoustalet.com/23 Elyse Skansi is a top-notch wedding coordinator that truly sets herself apart by specializing in design and transforming a venue to into an event that tells the couple’s unique story. Not only does she actualize dreamy jaw dropping settings for her customers’ weddings, but I adore her approach to working with clients + we can all take note from how creates an outstanding experiences from beginning to end for her clients. Her business, Tying the Knot Wedding Coordination, sprouted from a clicking away on a laptop on a twin bed in her sorority house.  Elyse’s first few jobs were working for other event coordinators where she gained experience and was exposed to the crazy wedding industry.   After 3 years, she knew this was what she was 'meant to do' and decided to take the leap and start her own small biz.  We dive into how Elyse organically