About
Meagan McPhail is the owner and driving force behind Mitten Weddings and Events, bringing over a decade of experience and a calm, organized presence to every event she plans. With a professional background that includes working at more than five luxury hotels, such as The Townsend Hotel, the iconic Grand Hotel on Mackinac Island, and the Renaissance Detroit Hotel, Meagan developed her deep understanding of high-level service and hospitality. This experience allows her to work seamlessly with venues and vendors, ensuring every detail is expertly managed from start to finish.
Meagan is known for her ability to anticipate needs before they arise and prides herself on handling every element of a wedding with care, precision, and professionalism. Her extensive experience means she’s always thinking two steps ahead, managing details her couples often don’t even realize need attention, creating a truly stress-free planning experience.
Her favorite wedding moment is that magical first walk down the aisle as newlyweds. There’s nothing like the joy and energy of that moment.
Meagan’s planning style is thorough, thoughtful, and designed to keep the experience smooth, fun, and personalized. She believes a wedding should reflect each couple’s unique love story and works closely with her clients to bring that vision to life in a way that feels authentic and effortless.
When she’s not planning weddings, Meagan loves spending time with her husband and their two boys, whether it’s cheering them on at sports games, exploring northern Michigan, or trying out new restaurants in Traverse City. She’s also a coffee enthusiast and enjoys time with her family and their pups.
Meet Meagan
Hey you! I'm Meagan, creating one-of a-kind love stories over here at Mitten Weddings.
I love spending time with my hubs, my two boys, our pups, coffee (lots of it!), and meeting new people!
When I’m not planning weddings, you can find me snuggled up on the couch with my boys, or exploring northern Michigan.
Meet Meagan
My heart is for celebrating couples in love - and the joy they share with one another.
I wholeheartedly believe in celebrating your unique love story: how you were brought together, the fun quirks, the way you know each other so, so well.
Let's get started!
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Meet Stephanie - Lead Wedding Planner at Mitten Weddings & Events
Stephanie has been an essential part of the Mitten Weddings & Events team since 2018, bringing dedication, creativity, and heart to every celebration she plans. A graduate of Hospitality and Tourism Management, Stephanie always knew she wanted to build a career in wedding planning, turning her love of romance and events into a true calling. She specializes in wedding day management and custom designs, ensuring every detail is thoughtful and flawlessly executed.
Stephanie’s planning style is calm, thorough, and incredibly detail-oriented. She is known for her quick problem-solving skills, kindness, and genuine care for each couple she works with. She will do whatever it takes to ensure your day is perfect, treating your wedding with as much care and attention as if it were her own. Couples often say her expertise and presence bring a sense of calm and trust, allowing them to fully enjoy their wedding day without worry.
She’s a true pro at bustling dresses, organizing place cards, and managing timelines, all while keeping things running smoothly behind the scenes. Stephanie is also ordained and always comes prepared with her signature essentials: a giant water bottle, rainbow goldfish, and plenty of lighters to create the perfect candlelit ambiance.
When she’s not making wedding dreams come true, you’ll find Stephanie reading a good book, golfing, or relaxing at the beach. Her favorite part of any wedding day is hearing the vows—a beautiful reminder of the love and commitment at the heart of every celebration.
Stephanie is passionate about celebrating love stories and looks forward to making your day truly unforgettable.
Meet Stephanie
Her two favorite segments of a wedding are the vow readings (she has a passion for romance) and speeches. She loves what she does and having the unique opportunity to experience and witness so much happiness.
When not planning weddings, she enjoys visiting her family cottage near Hubbard Lake where her large family enjoys golf, four-wheeling and competitive scrabble.
Meet Jacquline
Meet Maezie - Lead Wedding Planner at Mitten Weddings & Events
Maezie brings a warm, hands-on approach to every couple’s big day at Mitten Weddings & Events. With a degree in Event & Recreation Management and experience coordinating weddings in the Traverse City and Detroit areas, as well as Austin, Texas, she’s passionate about creating stress-free, unforgettable experiences for couples.
What Maezie loves most about a wedding day is seeing the love in her couples' eyes as they exchange their vows and watching them dance the night away with their closest friends and family. These moments of pure joy are what make the job so special for her, and it’s what keeps her motivated to make every wedding day perfect!
When she’s not coordinating weddings, Maezie enjoys attending concerts, traveling to new places, and spending time on Higgins Lake, boating and soaking up the sun. She believes that every wedding deserves to be stress-free, full of joy, and leave lasting memories—and she’s dedicated to making that happen for each couple she works with.
Meet Maezie
Her two favorite segments of a wedding are the vow readings (she has a passion for romance) and speeches. She loves what she does and having the unique opportunity to experience and witness so much happiness.
When not planning weddings, she enjoys visiting her family cottage near Hubbard Lake where her large family enjoys golf, four-wheeling and competitive scrabble.
Meet Jacquline
Meet Michelle-Day of Coordinator Wedding Planner at Mitten Weddings & Events
Michelle is Always prepared for the big day, she comes equipped with lighters for candles and her camera to capture behind-the-scenes moments. Her favorite part of any wedding is the joyous celebration when everyone hits the dance floor to honor the happy couple. When Michelle isn’t busy helping make weddings unforgettable, she loves spending time at the beach, golfing, and hanging out with her family.
Her favorite moments on the wedding day are the ones filled with pure emotion—seeing your faces light up during your first look, witnessing your heartfelt vows, and soaking in the joyous energy of the dance floor as the night unfolds. First dances always make her tear up, as they capture such a beautifully intimate moment between you and your partner. Whether she’s curating stunning designs, managing complex logistics, or navigating last-minute surprises, her goal is to create a seamless, stress-free experience so you can savor every moment of your big day.
Meet Michelle
Her favorite moments on the wedding day are the ones filled with pure emotion—seeing your faces light up during your first look, witnessing your heartfelt vows, and soaking in the joyous energy of the dance floor as the night unfolds. First dances always make her tear up, as they capture such a beautifully intimate moment between you and your partner. Whether she’s curating stunning designs, managing complex logistics, or navigating last-minute surprises, her goal is to create a seamless, stress-free experience so you can savor every moment of your big day.
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