Our Dream Team
Erica Swinson
Owner and Founder, Lead Planner
United States + International Market
As a young girl, Erica always enjoyed being the life of the party, but even more in planning the party or event to ensure the experience was memorable. Erica enjoyed organizing holiday parties, dinner parties, birthday parties, and much more. As she grew older that soon turned into to a career path rather than a hobby and she began to focus on real time events like: corporate events, private social events, and obviously her favorite focus, luxury weddings.
She was born and raised in a small town an hour southeast of Charlotte, North Carolina called Mount Gilead. Erica has also spent time living in Aspen, Colorado; Orlando, Florida; Nashville, Tennessee; Saratoga, Wyoming; and now Eagle, Colorado is where she hangs her hats and boots. In her free time she is a dog mom of 2; Atlas Jae and Aspen Joy; as well as a horse mom of 2; Ada Joe and Aiken Jean. She enjoys camping, traveling, concerts, line dancing, and anything outdoors with her significant other Steven. Erica has never met a stranger, she is the perfect person to make all your guests feel welcomed and like family.
Erica is a woman who values experience and education. She has received 3 college degrees earning the following: B.A. in Dance and Choreography, B.S. in Hospitality Management, and a M.S. in Event Management. Go UCF Knights!
In her professional career Erica has worked for companies such as Carmel Country Club, Marriott International, The Ritz Carlton, Hyatt - The Unbound Collection, 1 Hotels, Starwood Hotels, Hilton Hotels and Resorts, Brush Creek Ranch, and more. She has worked in various avenues of the Hospitality Industry such as food and beverage, outdoor recreation, entertainment, luxury lodging, and her favorite, luxury special events. Erica currently works full time as the Catering Sales and Weddings Manager at The Hythe Vail, A Luxury Collection Resort in Vail, Colorado.
She would be honored and thrilled to be a part of your special event or day. She strives to ensure your moment is made memorable and one that you will cherish always. She hopes you choose to become a part of the Rustic Roots family!
Joey Swinson
Financial Advisor
North Carolina + Southeast Market
Joey has been the financial advisor of Rustic Roots since the start of the company. He was born and raised in North Carolina and still resides there today. He has always been logical and business minded when it come to budgeting, finances, stocks, and anything to do with numbers. Joey manages a couple other business opertions for finances and is amazing and skilled at his job. Joey is a blessing to have on this team as a guide in our financial and business endeavors. Rustic Roots is lucky to have him onboard.
Lauren Owen
Event Assistant
Tennessee + Midwest Market
Lauren is a Nashville native and in the medical field as her main career path. She loves helping people and putting a smile on peoples faces. In her free time she enjoys spending time with animals of any kind. Lauren is a very detailed oriented and determined person. Once she puts her mind to something it gets done. She love working for Rustic Roots because she can witness and support others on their special day! Lauren is such a blessing to have on our team!
Kathy Swinson
Lead Event Assistant
North Carolina + Southeast Market
Kathy has been an assistant with Rustic Roots since the beginning. She was born and raised in North Carolina and currently works full time in Insurance. Kathy is a blessing to have to the team as she is dedicated, time efficient, attentive to detail, and always willing to lend a hand where its needed. Kathy is a great people person and just the face you want to see walking around the venue when you need guidance or have questions. She looks forward to every event and would be ecstatic to be a part of yours.
Steven Flamm
Photography Partner
United States + International Market
Steven is originally from Reading, Pennsylvania. He works in hospitality operations full time in the Colorado market. Steven is a bright light to any room he walks into. Steven is such a people person and always manages to create great connections with anyone he meets. He is a dedicated worker, while paying strong attention to details and always thinking outside the box. We are thankful for our partnership between himself and the Rustic Roots team!