Our PLanners

Meet Our Team of Professional Planners and Designers

Lynette LaFever

President

Lynette has over 30 years of experience as an event planner. Having personally planned countless events throughout her career, Lynette has become successful due to her hard work and dedication to the Leave It To LaFever, Ltd. business and family. With her immense passion for coordinating corporate programs in the U.S. and abroad, Lynette has conducted events in over 30 states, the Caribbean, and Mexico, and has built solid business relationships to provide numerous options and solutions for creating specialized corporate events. Lynette is talented, knowledgeable, and passionate about event planning and is always prepared to be challenged with a new venture.

Brittany Jones

Co-President & CEO

Brittany has been an integral member of the Leave It To LaFever, Ltd. team since 2013. Her customer service background contributes to her success as a planner. Brittany excels in establishing trusting client relationships due to her innovative problem solving and thorough communication. She is knowledgeable and personable, making her a capable leader among the LaFever team and while coordinating events.

Sarah Lee

Co-President & CEO

Based in Texas, Sarah trained with Leave It To LaFever, Ltd. early in her career. She has been around as a freelance event planner for us while working in hospitality, most recently as the Event Director at Lake Tyler Petroleum club in Tyler, Texas. We are absolutely thrilled that Sarah is joining the LaFever Team as an employee in 2022. Her attention to detail, work ethic, and consideration for others contribute to her professionalism and consistency in providing the best possible service to our clients.

Erin Blalock

Associate Planner

Tyler, TX

Erin Blalock leverages more than a decade of comprehensive experience in event planning as she joins the esteemed team at Leave it to LaFever. Driven by commitment to client satisfaction, Erin consistently endeavors to craft meticulously orchestrated events that resonate long after their conclusion. She has an unwavering dedication to excellence, ensuring that every occasion surpasses expectations.

Shelbi McDaniels

Associate Planner

Columbia, SC

Shelbi first connected with Leave it to Lafever, Ltd. in 2023 through a coveted internship. Though new to the event planning business, she is eager to gain experience and bring fresh enthusiasm to the LaFever team. Shelbi looks forward to developing her skills and contributing to successful events. Her planning style is detail-oriented, ensuring every aspect is carefully considered.

April Schmitt

Assistant Meeting & Event Planner

April Schmitt brings over twenty years of marketing, advertising, and production experience to the Leave It To LaFever, Ltd. team. As a freelancer, April has honed her skills specifically in event production and corporate business meetings. Her planning is detail oriented and her personalized and attentive onsite coordination provides an elevated experience for our clients.

Rachel Hampsey

Associate Event Planner & Design Specialist

Rachel first connected with Leave it to Lafever, Ltd. in 2016. Since then, she has gained event experience in the corporate, wedding, and nonprofit worlds. She brings a unique perspective and adaptable skillset to the LaFever team. Rachel would describe her planning style as holistic – balancing form, function, and efficiency with the client’s needs in mind.