Hi, I'm Baileigh
Founder & lead planner at Golden Hive Gatherings
About Baileigh La Rue
The Story Behind the Bees
If you had told five-year-old me — dressed head-to-toe in my mom's borrowed clothes, channeling my best Posh Spice energy at my sister's Spice Girls birthday party — that I'd one day turn my love for parties into a business, I probably would have just kept singing along. But that moment was the spark that started it all.
From that day on, I became the kid who noticed everything — the tablecloths, the playlist, the way the host's face lit up when everything came together perfectly. I soaked in the happiness radiating from everyone in the room, and somewhere deep down, I knew I wanted to create that feeling for others.
The Name
Why “Golden Hive Gatherings”?
The name tells a story close to my heart.
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The “Bee” Part
My mom, sister, and I all have names starting with B, so we call ourselves the “Three Bees.” We even have bee tattoos — each a unique reflection of our personalities. Bees represent community, hard work, and sweetness.
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The “Golden” Part
My friends and family call me “sunshine” because of the positivity and light I bring to every room. Celebrations should feel warm, joyful, and radiant — just like golden hour.
Every celebration here is shaped by love, light, and the belief that every gathering deserves to feel like golden hour — warm, radiant, and unforgettable.
How I Work
My Approach
My love language is acts of service. I'm the friend who shows up early, makes sure everyone has what they need, and stays late to clean up. Event planning lets me pour that care into every detail — giving people everything they deserve and more.
I don't just execute events. I tell your story through every detail, anticipate problems before they happen, and make sure you're fully present to enjoy your own celebration.
My Experience
15+ Years of Creating Memorable Moments
I have brought to life everything from intimate fashion shows and surprise parties to themed celebrations and large-scale weddings. What sets me apart as a planner is my commitment to crafting environments where people genuinely want to be present.
With 8 years of corporate experience across store operations, social media, digital strategy, creative production, I bring a unique blend of strategy and creative execution to every event.
Skills & Strengths
- The one who thinks of everything — and then some
- Making the complicated feel effortless
- Vendor whisperer & relationship builder
- Budget-savvy without sacrificing the magic
- Calm in the chaos — always
- Timelines you can actually trust
- An eye for design that tells your story
- Strategic thinker, creative heart
- Coordinating across teams & making it look easy
- Problem-solver before problems happen
- Here for every detail — big, small, and in between
My Philosophy
How I Approach Every Event
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Your story deserves to be told right.
I listen — really listen — to who you are, what matters to you, and what you want people to feel when they walk in the room. Every choice I make is intentional and rooted in you, not a template.
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Every guest should feel like they belong.
Whether it's 2 people or 200, I build experiences where no one feels like an afterthought. The energy, the flow, the little moments in between — I think about all of it so your people feel genuinely connected.
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You show up and enjoy it. I handle the rest.
My job is to make sure you're fully present — laughing, celebrating, and soaking in every golden moment.
Let's tell your story.
Tell me about your celebration. Initial consultations are free — and a chance to see if we're a good fit.
Book a free consultation