Life, Values & Legacy: Our Chat with Krysta Cossitt

We’re looking forward to introducing you to Krysta Cossitt. Check out our conversation below.

Good morning Krysta, it’s such a great way to kick off the day – I think our readers will love hearing your stories, experiences and about how you think about life and work. Let’s jump right in? What is a normal day like for you right now?
By definition a normal day typically conforms to a pattern. So in that regard, I’m typically woken up by one of my daughters earlier than I’d like, I then make them the healthiest breakfast I can manage while listening to cartoons and drinking my morning tea latte, and then we rush out the door to make it to school on time. After that the definition of “normal” was left in Colorado last year when my family and I moved to London. Now I’m currently juggling a shift in my career, establishing new roots in a foreign country, taking advantage of all the new and exciting opportunities, and maintaining a healthy relationship with my family. It’s a lot but the chaos has been rewarding in so many ways. I believe “normal” days are ahead as I close out 2025. But for now I’m enjoying the not-so-normal days.

Can you briefly introduce yourself and share what makes you or your brand unique?
My name is Krysta Cossitt and I am the owner of Elevation Weddings and Events which specializes in planning bespoke, multi-day mountain weddings for adventurous couples who crave intimacy, luxury, and deep connections. Each event is highly personalized, blending unique design with heartfelt storytelling and thoughtful hospitality. From scouting one-of-a-kind venues to managing the finer details, I ensure that every celebration feels effortless, immersive, and unforgettable—for the couple and their closest loved ones.

Thanks for sharing that. Would love to go back in time and hear about how your past might have impacted who you are today. Who taught you the most about work?
There are many people that have entered my life that have provided me valuable insights into running a business. But the person that has taught me the most about running a business is my mother. Growing up I watched my parents work extremely hard as business owners. Owning and running a restaurant is not for the faint of heart and they successfully did it for over 20 years. Shortly after selling their restaurant I watched them create, and again successfully run an entirely new business. I could write a business book with all the lessons I learned from them. But what has been especially impactful these last few years is looking back at how my mother’s commitment to working hard, playing hard, and always being there for her daughters took a lot of grit. Her ability to stay committed to her goals and family is extremely admirable and has left me valuing those characteristics and striving to adopt them myself.

Was there ever a time you almost gave up?
I almost gave up on my business two years ago when my husband and I made the decision to move to London. I had created a successful wedding planning business in Colorado planning mountain weddings. Moving to London would take me out of the beautiful landscape I loved dearly and away from the hundreds of business connections I had forged over the years. Moving to London meant I would have to start again and that was extremely scary and deflating. I had worked so hard to define who I was and identify my brand that starting again felt impossible. But after a lot of discussions with my husband, an amazing career coach, and myself, I realized that I didn’t need to give up what I had created. I just need to elevate it. And so here I am two years later, thankful that I pushed ahead. This new journey has been tough but I’m already seeing progress and rewards—and it feels amazing.

So a lot of these questions go deep, but if you are open to it, we’ve got a few more questions that we’d love to get your take on. Where are smart people getting it totally wrong today?
I have a lot of admiration for business people that are monetarily successful. Their hard work, passion and stamina is impressive. These people are extremely knowledgable and driven. All these traits are ones I strive for as well. However, what defines success to me isn’t just about money. To me success is a feeling of contentment–a state of bliss where time slows and what’s happening in the moment matters. This is extremely hard to come by and is often fleeting. But this is the success I strive for and find more rewarding.

Okay, so before we go, let’s tackle one more area. If you knew you had 10 years left, what would you stop doing immediately?
If I had 10 years left to live, I would immediately stop planning. It’s ironic yet understandable coming from a wedding and event planner, lol. It’s in my nature to always plan. I don’t think it’s a bad thing but if my life were to be cut short, I think it would be better spent living in the moment.

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