ABOUT | Coll It Entertaining

colleen the founder smiling with blonde hair and black turtleneck standing against a concrete wall

colleen the founder smiling holding a clip board standing outside a bride's house in a black dress and blonde hair

CELEBRATING

Family,

CREATING

Memories,

CHERISHING

Love

Growing up in Niantic, CT, I was surrounded by the warmth and inclusivity my mom, Eileen, brought to every gathering she planned. She had an incredible way of making people feel like family, whether they were old friends or meeting for the first time. Those memories inspired my passion for celebration and set me on a path toward event planning.

With over 15 years of experience and the unique perspective of planning my own wedding during the pandemic, I’ve come to appreciate just how meaningful it is to bring joy and ease to life’s most special occasions. Through Coll It Entertaining, I’m here to help you celebrate the moments that matter most—whether they’re big or small—with care, calm and precision.

CELEBRATING

Family

Daniel and I met at Fairfield University,
and were married in my hometown of
Niantic, CT on October 20, 2020.

In June 2024, we welcomed our
daughter, Lilly into our family.

We currently live in Fairfield, CT
with Lilly, rescue dog Gregg
and two cats Molly & Nelly.

Family Favorites

newborn baby with a white bow and red Fairfield Unviversity onesie

baby in a floral dress and party hat sitting on a white leather chair

couple sitting on a couch, holding a baby on the moms lap smiling at the camera

CREATING

Memories

women sitting at a desk in a red shirt smiling at the entrance of a high school reunion

Growing up, my mom, Eileen, owned a reunion planning business, bringing high school classes together for memorable gatherings across New England. I loved helping her create yearbook photo collages, nametags, and notebooks for each event. Watching her create spaces where everyone felt welcome inspired me deeply.

Throughout high school, I as always the friend organizing birthday cupcakes at school, and my home became the pre-prom gathering spot. In college, I took on leadership roles in retreats, my swim team, and service trips—finding joy in creating moments that brought people together.

After my mom passed away in 2009, I knew I wanted to honor her legacy. She had an incredible way of making everyone feel like family, and I strive to bring that same warmth and connection to every event I plan.

Following in my

Mom's footsteps

family photo of parents and four kids outdoors in a lawn

mom and daughter posing, with their heads pushed up against one another

CHERISHING

Love

In October 2020, I planned my own wedding in the midst of the global pandemic. Despite the challenges, keeping our original date was important to us, even if that meant making some changes to our original plans. We adapted every detail to meet COVID guidelines, and in the end, our day exceeded all our expectations. Now, I'm here to keep love at the heart of your day, ensuring every moment is as meaningful and memorable as you’ve dreamed.