About Coda’s Events
Charley & Her Angels
Charley Coldon (she/her)
Founder, Creative Director + Fairy Godmuva
The powerhouse behind The Coda’s Collective.
As the founder and creative director of this Saint Louis, Missouri, USA and Melbourne, Australia -based destination wedding and design firm, Charley is all about crafting unforgettable moments for the lovers. Starting with birthday parties to bridal and baby showers for friends, family, and even her dog, Koda the German Aussie, Charley's journey to establishing Coda's Events began in 2019 at the age of 23.
Charley's passion for planning began in her childhood, where she was the girl with the custom dollhouse that had to have the perfect furniture and decor. Her dolls didn't just play; they dated, had extravagant weddings with flowers everywhere, and elaborate tablescapes. This creative journey continued with her Barbie dolls and evolved into crafting dreamworlds in The Sims. As an adult, Charley turned these imaginative experiences into a thriving wedding planning career.
With a knack for meticulous planning and a deep love for wedding design, Charley transformed her childhood dreams and trip itineraries (classic Pisces) into a successful business. Today, The Coda’s Collective is a full-service wedding, event and travel planning agency, backed by a dedicated team of Angels who help bring clients' dreams to life.
Charley’s love for the wedding and travel industry grows with every event and adventure. She's grateful for the amazing vendors, small businesses, and wonderful clients who make it all possible. Each event is a testament to the magic and dedication of the Coda's Crew, ensuring every wedding day is as special and unique as the love it celebrates.
Star Sign
Pisces
Favorite Part of Weddings
All of the little sacred moments, from fluffing their dress or fixing their tux to the deep breaths before walking down the aisle.
Personal Design Style
Minimal, Ethereal, Organic
Meet The Team
The Angels
Emiliana Renuart (she/her)
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Emiliana is a creative visionary and storyteller who deeply believes in the transformative power of stories, no matter the medium—be it through words, photographs, design, or any other form of expression. Her entire professional and personal journey is anchored in this belief. She's worn many hats: an education advocate, a program facilitator for a youth literacy program, a social media and digital marketing manager for a local business, and an events manager for a justice-centered education center.
What she truly loves is curating an experience from start to finish. It's the ideal blend of organization and design, perfectly aligning with how her mind works. Every project she takes on is seen as a chance to foster connection, enhance communication, and encourage growth.
Star Sign: Sagittarius
Favorite Part of Weddings: The little moments between the couple where you can tell the rest of the room falls away.
Personal Design Style: Minimal, Botanical, Eclectic
Dakota “Koda” Coldon
The Actual Boss
Star sign: Sagittarius
Favorite Part of Weddings: The Carving Station!
Personal Design Style: Rustic Vintage meets the Mountains
Thor Coldon
ASSISTANT TO THE BOSS
Star sign: Gemini
Favorite Part of Weddings: Snuggling in her hammock after a successful event.
Personal Design Style: Tropical, Organic + Bold Meets the Jungle