WM Events is thrilled for our Senior Event Planner + Designer Latoya Johnson, who recently earned a Certified Meeting Planner designation. Henceforth known as Latoya Johnson, CMP, she began working with our team in 2017 as a Design Assistant and Event Designer. In addition to her new certification in planning, Latoya holds a B.A. from Smith College and a Diplôme from Le Cordon Bleu. She also has lots of experience with nonprofits and previously operated her own catering company. Because she’s a total foodie, you can trust any culinary recommendations she makes.
Get to know more about this highly accomplished event pro:
- Hometown:Errwhere
- How long have you lived in Atlanta? 16 Years
- Favorite outdoor Sunday activity in Atlanta: Cruising around the city and exploring and Tea on the Beltline
- Favorite Atlanta date night spot: Anywhere new and exciting
- Best place to take out-of-town guests: The King Center, Ponce City Market, Chattahoochee Food Works
- Favorite Atlanta TV anchor: How about three? Fred Blankenship, Jennifer Bellamy and the late (great) Jovita Moore
- Favorite Atlanta rooftop: Ventanas
- Favorite hiking or walking spot near Atlanta: Silver Comet Trail
- Best local attraction for families: Children’s Museum of Atlanta
- One thing to change about Atlanta: Highway mergers and potholes
- Atlanta’s best ice cream: Make it gelato — from Honeysuckle
- Preferred nightlight environment: A nice lounge or on the dance floor
- Sit down or buffet? Sit down dinner
- Dancer or conversationalist: Both
- Favorite event trends right now: Neon signs and monochrome color schemes
- Favorite WM Events party: Leigh and Tigest’s Weddings – because I just had to get pretty and show up!