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Meet Team Feathered Arrow Events

The Women Behind Feathered Arrow Events

Team Feathered Arrow Events
All photos by: Rachel Stelter Photography

Hey friends! There have been so major changes happening here for Feathered Arrow and I wanted to update you all with some exciting news: I have a team! I’ve talked about the importance of outsourcing for your business and I  reached a point where I decided to bring on a team to give my clients the best, stress-free wedding planning experience! Recently, the team and I took over Venice Beach to have a photoshoot with the amazing photographer, Rachel Stelter. I felt like this was the perfect time to introduce you to Team Feathered Arrow Events:

Kari Dirksen

CEO + Lead Planner

Kari Dirksen of Feathered Arrow Events

I’m Kari and I’m the CEO, founder + lead planner of Feathered Arrow Events. I started Feathered Arrow in 2014, after a mission trip to Haiti made me realize I wanted to create a business I loved that also allowed me to give back. For every client, I am able to donate a percentage of their fee to a cause near to my heart. It’s been incredibly rewarding in so many ways to have this business and community surrounding me. (You can read more about the beginning of Feathered Arrow Events here!)

As the business has evolved, I wanted to flip the planning process upside down and help couples feel less stressed and enjoy being engaged instead of wishing the time away. We help clients create epic celebrations and wedding experiences. Often times our couples are very non-traditional but what’s most important is that our clients create a celebration that represents them!

Since starting my business, I have grown to include photography and a podcast called, The Local Table. It’s been a wild, wonderful ride + I’m so excited to see what the future holds for Team Feathered Arrow Events! 

Fun Fact about Kari: I’m a donut connoisseur. Seriously, ask me about the best donuts in LA! (hint: It’s Randy’s Donuts)

Jess Girard

Lead Planner

Jess is my right-hand gal! Together Jess + I work side by side to plan unforgettable weddings for our couples. We love working with creative couples who aren’t afraid to break the mold + have some major fun on their wedding day! If I’m not there at the wedding day, you can rest assured that Jess has it handled. You’ll find Jess on wedding days with a clipboard in hand making sure your wedding day is everything you envisioned! 

Fun fact about Jess: Jess is a newlywed! So, she knows first-hand the planning process and the stress that couples feel. Check out her wedding here

Jodi Hamburg

Office Administrator, Content Manager + Associate Planner

Jodi works behind the scenes most days helping to create and circulate content for Feathered Arrow’s blog, social media and handling our email marketing. You’ll find Jodi on event days assisting Kari + Jess helping make the day go smoothly. 

Fun fact about Jodi: When Jodi’s not working, she + her husband spend their days chasing after their two young kiddos. 

Team Feathered Arrow Events

It takes a village to run a business + as an entrepreneur, I know that Feathered Arrow’s success is a team effort! I’m forever grateful to this fierce team of mine that helps make every client’s dream a reality! Plus, when you work with us, it’s a guaranteed fun time!

Team Feathered Arrow Events

Ready to work with Team Feathered Arrow? Contact me on my homepage here and let’s get started!

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LATTE OBSESSED, OVERACHIEVER, Outdoor Lover, Sucker for Live Music, Donut fanatic, Life Long Grey's Anatomy Fan, DOG MOM + now mom to my girl Rye. 

Hi, I'm Kari.
Wedding Planner, Podcaster, & Creative Entrepreneur.

The founder and lead planner behind Feathered Arrow Studio. Over the past 11 years, I’ve designed and executed more than 175 weddings throughout Southern California, helping couples create celebrations that feel deeply personal and beautiful.

My approach blends thoughtful design with genuine hospitality. I care deeply about how a wedding feels not just how it looks. I want every detail to be intentional and every guest to feel taken care of. Together we take your inspiration, your story, and your priorities and turn them into a celebration that feels effortless, welcoming, and unmistakably yours.

Not every couple needs full-service planning, which is why I also offer wedding consults and planning guides for those navigating the process on their own. I’m also the co-host of Just Another Biz Podcast, where we have honest conversations about the wedding industry with fellow creatives behind the scenes.

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Planning On your own?

Not every couple needs full-service planning but everyone deserves expert guidance along the way.

If you're navigating the planning process yourself, I've created a few resources based on 11+ years of experience and 175+ weddings planned to help you feel confident every step of the way.

Wedding Planning Bundle
Step-by-step guidance to help you plan your wedding with clarity and less stress.

Wedding Timeline Guide
A detailed timeline used with real planning clients.

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