Meet Our Founder
Lyla Garrett
The Grace Collective was founded by Lyla Garrett, whose heart is to bring dignity, beauty, and grace to life’s most meaningful moments through her event services. Lyla is certified in Christian Ministry, a wedding officiant, and a funeral officiant, as well as being a pre-marital coach and ordained through the Universal Life Church. With years of experience in hotel catering and event coordination, along with successfully running her own business, Lyla brings both professionalism and heartfelt care to every detail of personalized events. She has guided couples on their wedding day and supported families in honoring their loved ones—gaining meaningful experience that shines through in every ceremony she leads. Her faith, compassion, and leadership form the foundation of The Grace Collective. Whether she’s celebrating the joy of “I do” through wedding officiating or walking with a family through loss with funeral officiating, Lyla’s goal is always the same: to create experiences that truly matter.
Meet Our Team
Meet Gaylynn Cramer
Meet Melinda Schmitz
Meet Gaylynn Cramer
We’re thrilled to welcome Gaylynn Cramer to The Grace Collective as our floral specialist! With her eye for detail and creative touch, Gaylynn transforms simple items into stunning floral designs that add beauty and grace to every occasion. Her work brings warmth, color, and joy to weddings, memorials, and celebrations of all kinds. We’re so excited to have her talent on our team!
Meet Stacy Cobb
Meet Melinda Schmitz
Meet Gaylynn Cramer
Stacy Cobb is the DJ & Karaoke host for The Grace Collective! With her beautiful voice and infectious personality, Stacy brings energy, laughter, and connection to every event. From heartfelt ballads to dance-floor favorites, she knows how to set the perfect tone for unforgettable memories. Whether she’s behind the mic or cheering others
Stacy Cobb is the DJ & Karaoke host for The Grace Collective! With her beautiful voice and infectious personality, Stacy brings energy, laughter, and connection to every event. From heartfelt ballads to dance-floor favorites, she knows how to set the perfect tone for unforgettable memories. Whether she’s behind the mic or cheering others on, Stacy fills every celebration with joy—and we’re so blessed to have her on our team!
Meet Staci Tressler
Meet Melinda Schmitz
Meet Melinda Schmitz
Staci Tressler brings a breathtaking new perspective to The Grace Collective through her specialized drone photography services. With an eye for cinematic angles and sweeping aerial views, she captures the beauty of your event in a way that traditional photography can’t. From outdoor weddings to venue showcases and special celebrations,
Staci Tressler brings a breathtaking new perspective to The Grace Collective through her specialized drone photography services. With an eye for cinematic angles and sweeping aerial views, she captures the beauty of your event in a way that traditional photography can’t. From outdoor weddings to venue showcases and special celebrations, her aerial imagery highlights every meaningful detail with clarity, creativity, and artistry.
Meet Melinda Schmitz
Meet Melinda Schmitz
Meet Melinda Schmitz
Melinda Schmitz brings a unique gift for helping couples, families, and event hosts approach every occasion with confidence, kindness, and grace. Being an etiquette coach involves teaching clients proper social and cultural behaviors, such as manners, communication, and social skills. She help individuals or groups navigate various soci
Melinda Schmitz brings a unique gift for helping couples, families, and event hosts approach every occasion with confidence, kindness, and grace. Being an etiquette coach involves teaching clients proper social and cultural behaviors, such as manners, communication, and social skills. She help individuals or groups navigate various social situations with confidence and grace, improving their personal and professional interactions.
Meet Alayna Tolbert
Meet Alayna Tolbert
Meet Alayna Tolbert
Alayna is a 20 year old pianist, artist, writer, teacher, and composer.
Her collegiate accomplishments in piano are two invitations to place at Carnegie hall in 2023,
1st place in the 2023 OMTA category A competition 1st place in OMTA category B in 2025, 3rd
in the 2024 and 2025 LMC competition, 2nd in the Hyechka Scholarship Competition, a
Alayna is a 20 year old pianist, artist, writer, teacher, and composer.
Her collegiate accomplishments in piano are two invitations to place at Carnegie hall in 2023,
1st place in the 2023 OMTA category A competition 1st place in OMTA category B in 2025, 3rd
in the 2024 and 2025 LMC competition, 2nd in the Hyechka Scholarship Competition, and being
selected with her trio to go to NYC for the 2024 NYC Philharmonic internship. She tied for 3rd in
MTNA at the state division in 2024, and won 1st place in 2025. She won the 2024-2025
Concerto Competition at OSU and performed as a soloist in the McKnight Performing Arts
Center in March of 2025. additionally she won the Boh Makovsky Outstanding Freshman Award.
Meet Alayna Tolbert
Meet Alayna Tolbert
Alayna Tolbort is also an exceptionally talented and gifted wedding artist whose brush captures not just the beauty of the day, but the heart behind it. Each painting reflects the sacred joy of two lives becoming one—a visual story of love, faith, and grace. Her live wedding artwork offers couples a treasured reminder that every moment,
Alayna Tolbort is also an exceptionally talented and gifted wedding artist whose brush captures not just the beauty of the day, but the heart behind it. Each painting reflects the sacred joy of two lives becoming one—a visual story of love, faith, and grace. Her live wedding artwork offers couples a treasured reminder that every moment, like every stroke of the brush, is part of God’s masterpiece.
Meet Crystal Bilyeu
Meet Alayna Tolbert
Meet Crystal Bilyeu
Crystal’s spunky, upbeat personality lights up every room she walks into. She brings creativity, laughter, and a heart for people that make every personalized event more joyful. Her attention to detail and passion for helping others shine through in everything she does. We’re beyond grateful to have her as part of the Grace Collective family!
Meet Brooke Jerome
Meet Alayna Tolbert
Meet Crystal Bilyeu
Brooke brings an incredible mix of energy, kindness, and a joyful spirit to every event she’s part of. Her positive attitude and willingness to step in wherever needed make her a true blessing to our team and to every couple, family, and guest we serve during these important moments.
Meet Christine Rose
Meet Christine Rose
Meet Christine Rose
We’re so thankful to have Christine as part of The Grace Collective! Her spirit of kindness, encouragement, and grace shines through everything she does. With her talent for floral design and her calm, servant-hearted presence. She truly reflects the heart of The Grace Collective in every moment she serves.
Meet Tessa Keller
Meet Christine Rose
Meet Christine Rose
Tessa is the owner of Cactus Beauty Co, where she serves as a professional and friendly makeup and hair artist you can trust. With a passion for helping women feel confident and beautiful, Tessa brings both artistry and heart to every client she works with.
In addition to her beauty services, Tessa also offers day-of coordinating, ensur
Tessa is the owner of Cactus Beauty Co, where she serves as a professional and friendly makeup and hair artist you can trust. With a passion for helping women feel confident and beautiful, Tessa brings both artistry and heart to every client she works with.
In addition to her beauty services, Tessa also offers day-of coordinating, ensuring every detail comes together seamlessly. Her calm, joyful presence and genuine care for others make her a valued part of The Grace Collective community.
Meet Christine Rose
Tessa is also our dedicated Day-of Wedding Coordinator, ensuring your special day runs effortlessly from start to finish. Tessa manages the details, confirms vendor logistics, keeps the timeline on track, and handles any surprises that may arise. With her calm, organized approach, you can relax and be fully present while she makes sure every moment unfolds just the way you envisioned.
Meet Christine Rose
Steffani Richards is the creative mind behind our beautifully crafted charcuterie boards. She thoughtfully designs each display with fresh, seasonal ingredients and an eye for stunning presentation. Whether it’s a simple grazing table or an elaborate spread, Steffani brings flavor, artistry, and a personal touch to every board she create
Steffani Richards is the creative mind behind our beautifully crafted charcuterie boards. She thoughtfully designs each display with fresh, seasonal ingredients and an eye for stunning presentation. Whether it’s a simple grazing table or an elaborate spread, Steffani brings flavor, artistry, and a personal touch to every board she creates. Her passion for quality and detail ensures your guests enjoy an unforgettable—and delicious—experience.
Meet Leslie Kelley
Meet Leslie Kelley
Meet Leslie Kelley
Leslie Kelley captures heartfelt, authentic moments with a warm and artistic touch. Her natural photography style brings out the beauty in every detail, creating timeless images you’ll treasure. We’re grateful to have Leslie as part of The Grace Collective, helping make every celebration memorable and meaningful.
Meet Rachel Blair
Meet Leslie Kelley
Meet Leslie Kelley
Rachel Blair, owner of Red Dirt Image Photo Booth, brings energy, fun, and high-quality photo experiences to every event she serves. Her booth designs are modern, easy to use, and create instant keepsakes your guests will love. Rachel has a gift for making people feel comfortable and confident in front of the camera, ensuring every celeb
Rachel Blair, owner of Red Dirt Image Photo Booth, brings energy, fun, and high-quality photo experiences to every event she serves. Her booth designs are modern, easy to use, and create instant keepsakes your guests will love. Rachel has a gift for making people feel comfortable and confident in front of the camera, ensuring every celebration is filled with laughter, personality, and unforgettable memories.
We’re honored to partner with Rachel as part of The Grace Collective, offering clients a seamless way to elevate their event with creativity and charm.
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