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Event Planner + Designer Tigest Gashaye joined WM Events in the fall of 2021, bringing with her a background that ranged from catering sales to nonprofit work to wedding planning and real estate. Before launching her professional career, she earned a degree in sociology from Georgia State University.
Here are some fun facts about this fun event pro!
- Where were you born? Ethiopia
- How long have you lived in Atlanta? 14 years
- Where did you go to high school? Cross Keys High School
- Favorite place to take out-of-town guests: Ponce City Market with a walk on the Belt Line
- Favorite Atlanta figure: Stacey Abrams is a bad ass.
- One hidden gem you think more people should know about: The Buford Highway Farmers Market — they have dedicated aisles for specific countries.
- Favorite Atlanta music venue: Center Stage
- Favorite Atlanta date night spot: The Gypsy Kitchen patio
- Best place to meet someone for a drink: Red Pepper Taquería in Buckhead
- Favorite Atlanta place to take your dog: The Works
- Favorite Atlanta art venue: Krog Street leading up to and through the tunnel
- Best ice cream in Atlanta: I like froyo, so Yogli Mogli.
- Best place to meet someone for coffee: If you like pastry, go to Sweet Hut on Buford Highway.
- What is your earliest memory about a party? My dad was a BIG birthday person, so I had the best birthday parties as a child. He made me feel like a princess.
- Most memorable event: I went to a friend’s wedding in Palm Beach, Florida. It was intimate and took place in a tropical hotel, where we all stayed that night.
- Favorite current event trend: Neon Lights, and I LOVE them.
- Favorite ice breaking line at a party: Who wants a drink?
- Drink of choice? Café Cubano
- Favorite Flower David Austin English Roses
- Family gathering tradition: Ethiopian Coffee Ceremony
- Favorite WM Events party: The Falcon’s Tailgate was awesome!
