Meet Our Chief Dreamer

Kelly-Marie Mingo

Founder & Creative Director, Dream Chic Events

Kelly-Marie is the visionary force behind Dream Chic Events, With over 15 years of experience crafting curated experiences for clients across the country, Kelly’s reputation is built on one word: unforgettable.

She began her career orchestrating her own wedding. What started as a personal passion quickly evolved into a thriving business. Since founding Dream Chic in 2005, Kelly has produced milestone celebrations, cultural galas, corporate experiences, and luxe social events for clients ranging from powerhouse brands to glowing brides and proud parents.

A true creative with a background in legal operations and corporate contract management, Kelly blends vision with structure, giving her a rare edge in the event planning space. Her client list includes several non-profit and philanthropic organizations as well as big brands in the travel space.

As a proud member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, Kelly also brings her deep commitment to service, culture, and sisterhood into everything she touches. Her events are known for their balance of chic design, heartfelt storytelling, and flawless execution.

But more than anything, Kelly is a dream builder. She sees possibility in chaos, beauty in the details, and purpose in every celebration.

When she’s not styling tablescapes or running timelines, Kelly is a loving mom, a creative mentor, and the trusted go-to planner for milestone makers and memory chasers alike.