I am literally just a girl who decided to go for it!
Voted #1 Wedding Planning Company three years in a row by Fox8’s Hotlist, Covesa Kelly Events has made event planning expert Covesa Gragg one proud owner! Covesa is an author, an energetic and passionate speaker, coach, and a business strategist with a background in banking and finance.
By treating wedding and event planning like the businesses they are, Covesa quickly became one of Northeast Ohio’s top picks for event planners. CKE is known for creating top-notch events with stunning décor, utilizing in-depth experience and professional networks, and committing to an organized timeline.
The Covesa Kelly Events team honors company values: love, trust, respect, fun, and excellence to help bring causes for celebration to life.
With notable ongoing events, including Brides in the City Tour and Brunch in the City - the Brunch for Event Planners under her belt, Covesa has strategically expanded her brand beyond the successful event planning business and into Consulting, Small Business Management, and Educational Speaking.
Covesa is a consultant that assists women by realigning all aspects of their businesses to maximize productivity and execute in excellence. From coaching on the best ways to manage employees to maintaining supplier relationships to the actual doing - performing daily administrative tasks and budgeting - she works it all.
Additionally, Covesa has taken her talents to the stage with her speaking engagements. She teaches audiences how to enhance their communication and confidence to make an incredible impact on the world by embracing the power of their leadership and taking their vision to new heights.
With an outgoing personality and witty sense of humor, Covesa is skilled at developing meaningful audience connections and leaves a lasting impression that inspires others to maximize their potential. She consistently brings her ambitious spirit forward while sharing the delectable details of her claim to fame, tips for mindset shifting, and sustaining a successful business.
When not planning, coaching, or speaking, Covesa can be found enjoying delicious meals with friends and family and cuddling up with her Rottweiler, Shaggy.
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YOUR PERFECT DAY IS STILL IN REACH
While my team and I would LOVE to help everyone, with their dream wedding, we get that's not always possible.
Maybe you...
Regardless of why, weddings ARE expensive, but you can still plan your perfect day without breaking the bank.
Yes, it would be easier with the pros, but you need some guidance for everything to come together. Think of me as your fairy godmother...in book form! Checklists + tips galore.
Join me as I share all of my industry secrets to plan a memorable wedding on a realistic budget in my book, Wedding Planning Without a Planner.
BE THE GIRL
THAT GOES FOR IT!
SPEAKING ENGAGEMENTS LIKE NO OTHER FOR FEMALE ENTREPRENEURS + BUSINESS OWNERS
With each speaking engagement, I educate my audience on how to take their business to new heights through...
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Enhanced communication
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Powerful leadership
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Building confidence
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Mindset shift
Under the spotlight, I tell all, dishing on my own experiences, successes, and fails while adding in some spunk and humor to the equation. You'll be inspired to brush your fear aside and ready to take action!
educate, inspire
enhance, grow
COACHING LIKE A BOSS
2.5-HR VIRTUAL COACHING SESSIONS + SUPPORT UNIQUE TO YOUR NEEDS
Running a business, even a side-hustle, takes time. No matter if you're starting something new, are ready to grow, or feel like you can barely maintain what you have,
Walk away from our session with...
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Preliminary 12-month budget for your business
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Annual to-do list for you and your business
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Software/CRM recommendations you need
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Local references in your industry to network
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Networking associations to join
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Warm introductions to business referrals
...and answers to any questions and concerns you may have as you start your business planning journey.
$250 | 2.5-HOUR ZOOM
With my mad skills in banking and finance, plus the 13 years running my own successful business, I will create a custom solution just for you that can also include performing daily administrative tasks, budgeting, and project support. Plus, you'll also have me as your own personal coach cheering you on!
“The service Covesa has provided has allowed my business to grow significantly. I have been able to focus on event execution and business development, knowing that she manages my client inquires, scheduling and invoicing. As an event planner, she knows first hand what many of my customers are looking for in a caterer, so it is very beneficial have her on my team.”
- TIWANNA, PEARLFLOWER CATERING & PEARL'S KITCHEN
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