Lilias and Olive creates fine events, weddings, nonprofit, corporate and private celebrations that embrace classic style and enhance connection

We believe every event big or small, once in a lifetime or ordinary-every-day-life presents opportunities to live beautifully and love extravagantly

INSPIRED HOSPITALITY

everyday celebrations

Who is Lilias & Olive?

Founder

FOUNDER + CHIEF CELEBRATIONS OFFICER
jobeth@liliasandolive.com
501-350-4144

JoBeth McElhanon

Photographer: Jason Masters

LILIAS & OLIVE was founded by JoBeth McElhanon. Known for her gift of hospitality, she has a rich mixture of professional experiences. As a registered dietitian and a lifelong Southerner, she knows the joy a well-planned menu brings to a celebration - as a feast for eyes and the palate. She has an eye for understated elegance coupled with her unparalleled attention to detail. Her experience in over a decade of non profit leadership honed her natural problem solving skills. She is a gifted storyteller eager to discover ways to make the most impact within your budget. She has grown her passion for finding unique ways to create connection within the event and to the community by infusing what is meaningful to you. Her extensive range of professional experience, along with exceptional client service, joyful connections, and a passion for beautiful details allows JoBeth to curate memorable events that delight all the senses for you, your family, and friends.

Our Services

From scouting a perfect venue or coordinating all the details of a virtual experience, we transform an ordinary event to an exceptional experience. We assist clients throughout the design and planning process. LILIAS & OLIVE designs the event’s overall aesthetic, coordinates vendors, guides the process, and handles the behind the scenes management that allows you to relax, connect with family, friends, and guests, and enjoy your event.