At the Heart of it All

Get To Know Your Dream Team

At Water Valley, we believe every love story deserves a breathtaking celebration.

Our experienced team is here to bring your wedding vision to life with meticulous planning, personalized touches, and seamless execution.
From intimate gatherings to grand affairs, we handle every detail so you can focus on what truly matters—cherishing each moment. With decades of combined experience in event planning, our team is committed to crafting flawless, stress-free, and joy-filled celebrations.

Get to know the people who will be by your side, ensuring that your special day is nothing short of magical.

Director of Sales

Meet Shannon

I began my journey at Pelican Lakes in 2010 and was instantly captivated by our stunning Island venue—after all, where else in Colorado can you have a true beach wedding? The beauty of this special place, combined with the energy and excitement of each celebration, has kept me passionate about weddings ever since.

What I love most about being part of these unforgettable moments is seeing the incredible teamwork that brings a wedding to life. From devoted parents and excited friends to talented vendors and our dedicated staff, there’s an undeniable sense of love and collaboration in the air. There’s nothing quite like the joy of knowing you played a role in creating a day that couples will cherish forever.

In 2016, my husband and I chose Pelican Lakes for our own wedding, and to this day, we can’t imagine having celebrated anywhere else—it truly feels like home. My degree in Liberal Arts from CSU has helped shape my creativity and fresh ideas for each wedding, allowing me to bring unique and thoughtful touches to every celebration.

Executive Event Sales Coordinator

Meet Jade

I’m so excited to be part of the Water Valley team! With seven years of experience as both an Event Planner and Pastry Chef, I love bringing a mix of creativity, organization, and a keen eye for detail to every celebration. I graduated from The Culinary Institute of America, which gave me a deep appreciation for both the art of event planning and the magic of creating unforgettable experiences.

When I’m not helping couples bring their wedding dreams to life, you’ll find me spending time with friends and family, exploring new places, or soaking up live music. As a total foodie, I’m always on the hunt for new restaurants to try—or testing out fun recipes in my own kitchen. I also have a soft spot for baking sweet treats and taking long walks with my adorable pup, Maverick, who never fails to make me smile!

What I love most about weddings is seeing all the hard work come together in those magical moments—especially when the groom sees the bride for the first time. The first time I watched a wedding unfold on The Island at Pelican Lakes, I knew I was part of something truly special. I can’t wait to help make your big day everything you’ve imagined and more!

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True Moments

Our Love Letters

The Island is a beautiful venue. I have had so many guests comment on how wonderful the setting was. One even commented that she is already planning her high school daughter's wedding there (haha). Shannon is the best, and she was always quick to respond when my husband or I needed anything. She is extremely detailed oriented, and had a very professional crew helping to make our day perfect. I would definitely recommend this venue- it was perfect.

Shannon & Jade were wonderful and so helpful during the entire wedding planning process! They made things so easy and were always easy to get ahold of and had many great ideas. We received tons of compliments on our venue and how beautiful it was at the island for our ceremony and reception. We also received several compliments on the food and drinks. I would highly recommend Pelican lakes as a beautiful venue and service that makes your planning easy and day extra special!

The wedding we had at Pelican Lakes Island was just beautiful and a huge success. The scenery was awesome and the grounds are kept immaculate. Jade went over and above our expectations. She is so easy to work with and is very prompt in her reply's. She was there at every step of the way and helped us through many hurdles. Pelican Lakes is very lucky to have her on their team! The whole staff was kind and helpful. The food was delicious the prices are very fair everything was as we hoped for. I highly recommend Pelican for wedding, reception or any event. You will love it!