Hi! I’m JoAnna.

Bringing events to life has been my passion throughout my entire professional career. It all started back in college when I organized a visit for then Vice President Al Gore on my campus. A true logistical feat working alongside the Secret Service to ensure a safe and seamless event. Later, while working in business development for a title insurance company, I planned numerous corporate parties and events.

With this experience under my belt, I transitioned to planning weddings and social gatherings in the Bay Area, a role I embraced for nearly a decade. When my family relocated to the Seattle area ten years ago, I began teaching at a local elementary school, primarily working with special needs students. However, my love for event planning never waned. I continued to coordinate weddings, corporate events, and conferences on the side, flying out to different locations whenever needed.

Realizing my true dream of doing events full time, I took a leap and founded Minature Events in 2023. I enjoy every aspect of event planning, from the initial stages to vendor communication to the execution of the event. Working with all types of people from all over the world has been a rewarding experience, and I am grateful to be part of the incredible Seattle Event Community.

Partnering with other professionals to bring events to life is what I love most.

“I’ve had the pleasure of working with JoAnna since 2007. Her skills as an event coordinator and virtual assistant are top-notch. She’s dedicated, detail-oriented, and effortlessly makes every event a success. Truly an invaluable part of our team!” ”

— Stacey Dillon, owner 38north Design Co.

Welcome to Minature Events! We specialize in supporting event professionals with day-of coordination, registration management, and any other logistical needs.

Our goal is to make your events run smoothly and efficiently, so you can focus on creating memorable experiences for your clients.

Our Approach

Professional

We become a seamless extension of your team, representing your brand with professionalism and care. Whether you need help with managing attendees, coordinating vendors, or troubleshooting on-site issues, we can handle it.

It’s in the details

We pride ourselves on our attention to detail, flexibility, and dedication to making your events a success. Let's work together to bring your vision to life!

Communication is key

Clear and open communication is at the heart of what we do. We keep you informed every step of the way, ensuring that your vision is fully realized and any concerns are promptly addressed.

Local and International events

We serve the Seattle events community but also are available for travel, even internationally!
17+ Years of Event Experience

Events are our passion. Whether it’s a non-profit gala, corporate retreat or social gathering, we’ve seen it all and do it all!
Industry Member

Proud to be a member of ILEA (International Live Events Association). Connection to other event pros is key to successful outcomes.

Meet the Team

Lucas Mina

EVENT STAFF/LOAD IN-OUT/CATERING
Grayson Mina

EVENT STAFF/LOAD IN-OUT/ASSISTANT
Parker Mina

EVENT STAFF/LOAD IN-OUT/REGISTRATION

Jackie Baker, owner Spark Events

“JoAnna is a true professional and a delight to work with. Her experience combined with her calming yet focused attitude is such an asset to my team and my clients’ events.”

What event pros are saying

Deci Evans, CEO Kind + Co. Events, LLC

“JoAnna has proven to be an invaluable asset to my team, consistently demonstrating exceptional support and bringing a wealth of knowledge to the table, particularly in the realm of events. Whether tackling administrative tasks, taking the lead on event days, or contributing to the design aesthetic, JoAnna effortlessly handles it all with both proficiency and a touch of elegance. Her multifaceted skills make her an indispensable asset to my team, and her commitment to excellence is truly commendable.”

Mary Davidson, MBA EP Events, LLC

“JoAnna is a rockstar event professional that l've had the opportunity to work with on multiple events. She has gone above and beyond in her work to ensure the event is a success and is a great team player that is fun to be around. I've been able to hand off components of my events to JoAnna and can trust that she will manage it gracefully. I would highly recommend JoAnna for her event planning and management services and look forward to working with her again soon.”