MEET THE TEAM

Weaving our clients’ personal threads into one-of-a-kind events

House of Joy is an event design and planning firm that focuses on creating events that are meaningful and intentional. Our event producers excel at learning about our clients, exploring their vision, and designing and executing events that celebrate them. Whether we’re celebrating two lives coming together, a new life, or a special milestone – our fondest memories are rooted in our shared experiences with the people we surround ourselves with. Our vision for every House of Joy event includes allowing you to be present in each of these moments without worrying about any of the details.

Samantha Leenheer

Creative Director & Owner

Born in the suburbs of Chicago, Samantha is a Midwest girl at heart. She enjoys cultivating a creative community with clients and other businesses. Gathering friends and family around a table to share a meal is one of her greatest pleasures. From time to time she remodels her home, gets her hands dirty in art projects, and loves cooking up a new recipe. Samantha is also a passionate traveler, lover of adventure, and a forever student of life.

Samantha’s design aesthetic is elegant and modern balanced with careful personal details. She is inspired by traveling and fashion while designing for the senses through colors, textures, and lighting. She takes a collaborative approach and likes to be challenged to think outside the box. She started planning corporate events in 2011 and has expanded to include weddings, social events, and corporate affairs.

Her work has been featured in Style Me Pretty, The Knot Magazine, Green Wedding Shoes, Mingle Magazine, Magnolia Rouge Magazine, Modern Luxury, Long Island Bride and Groom, and more.