Debbie Orwat

Owner | Lead Wedding Consultant

After honing her skills as a corporate event planner, Debbie took numerous certification classes and worked with other prominent Denver wedding designers to learn the industry. With experience under her belt, Debbie decided to expand her passion for events, exceptional organizational ability and remarkable creativity into her dream Denver event planning company. Thus, Save the Date Events was born in 2005. Her accomplishments range from innovative and budget savvy event design to full coordination of Colorado destination weddings. You can read more about Debbie on our blog.

A note from Debbie

I have been privileged to design, plan and coordinate weddings at some of the most beautiful locations in Colorado. The chance to get to know so many absolutely wonderful couples is one of my favorite things. It has been an honor to share in their wedding days and continually be in the presence of so much love. To be a part of all of this is what allows me to live my dream everyday. The planning process should be fun, exciting and stress-free. We go the extra mile to ensure your planning experience and wedding day surpasses your expectations and dreams. Sure we spend a lot of time on spreadsheets, vendors and time lines but we are a friend, guide, and confidante first.

Gabriella Cavalli

Senior Wedding Consultant

Gabby is a Certified Professional Bridal Consultant and an active member of the Association of Bridal Consultants. Gabby previously owned a very successful wedding consulting firm in Austin, Texas. She has been working with Save the Date Events for the past three years. Gabby loves fashion and design and draws on her unlimited creative abilities to help her clients. She is very skilled at organizing details and exceeding the expectations of her clients. Click here to read more about Gabby on our blog. You can email Gabby here.

Shelby Crandall

Associate Wedding Consultant

Shelby has been working with Save the Date Events since February 2009. With more than fifteen weddings under her belt and previous event management experience, Shelby is quickly establishing herself as an up-and-coming wedding planner with Save the Date Events. Her eye for style, attention to detail and warm personality are a true asset for her clients. Click here to learn more about Shelby on our blog.

Jen Houseman

Associate Wedding Consultant

Jen has been with Save the Date Events since February 2009. Jen previously managed weddings at a venue and worked with another planning company for the past ten years. We are honored to have Jen on our team. Her calm demeanor and extensive background in managing weddings is a perfect combination for her clients.

Kristen O’Brien

Assistant Wedding Coordinator

Kristen started with Save the Date Events in January 2009 as an intern and event assistant. Her natural ability to manage and assist at events is unmatched. She has a keen eye for design and is extremely organized. Kristen has been an excellent assistant at numerous weddings over the past year.