Hugh Howser

Co-Owner/Designer of H Three Events

Hugh Howser’s creative spirit and attention to detail and style have drawn clients to H Three Events for close to two decades. A Nashville native and Belmont University graduate, Hugh made his start as an intern with the daytime talk show Talk of the Town After planning an outdoor movie premiere on a farm, Hugh found a love for the event planning industry and has never looked back. What many don’t know is that he also shares a love of comedy and of helping the world smile just a bit more.

CAREER PATH

I knew a career in event planning was ahead in 2005, after the very first wedding I planned alone. The bride put all her trust in me, and the rest is history!

HUMBLE BEGINNINGS

My first event was a huge outdoor movie premiere at a farm 17 years ago — still a favorite of mine.

JOB PERKS

We have been so fortunate to travel to many fun locations for destination weddings; those trips are beyond memorable.

JOB CHALLENGES

There are new challenges every day, but after surviving a pandemic, I think we have finally seen the worst. The largest challenge now is the supply chain — so many delays and a lot of waiting for good products.

BIGGEST INFLUENCE

My biggest influence would have to be my grandmother, Swopie Howser, because my earliest memories are of her heavenly sense of humor.

BEST ADVICE

Be a great listener, talk less and listen more. Impossible coming from me, but I mean it.

GET INSPIRED

Travel, shopping, I always find my inspiration while I’m out and about and then scream it into a notes app on my phone.

IN ANOTHER LIFE

I get this question a lot; I think I would be a teacher. Imagine my bulletin boards!

IN THE WORKS

2023 has us up and running with the Frist Gala, TPAC Family Day and a slew of weddings.

FUTURE PLANS

Too many to list, but all very fun! Stay tuned. Comedy included.

Career Path

During a college internship for a top local firm, I realized my desire to start my own event/wedding planning business one day.

HUMBLE BEGINNINGS

One of my earliest events was a local fundraising event for a children’s park. For the first time, I truly saw the passion in event planning.

JOB PERKS

I love everything about my job, but if I had to choose one thing, it would be the relationships I have made.

Job Challenges

The hardest part of my job has been balancing my personal life, followed closely by Nashville’s unpredictable weather. Luckily, I have a great weather app.

Biggest Influence

Lynn Easton of Easton Events: I appreciate the consistency she and her team bring to any event and admire her dedication to her brand’s identity.

Memorable Meal

My most memorable meal was recent: We had our daughter a few days before Christmas, and, to celebrate our homecoming, we opened a nice bottle of champagne and enjoyed some caviar on Christmas Day. We made homemade pizzas in our pajamas and celebrated our new family of four.

Best Advice

If you want to get into this field, work hard at all times. There is no better way to invest in your future than by putting many hours of your time towards your goals.

Get Inspired

I find the most inspiration from various interior designers; there is a surprising amount of industry crossover.

In Another Life

PR/marketing — that world is so fascinating.

In The Works

A fun destination wedding weekend, local weddings, a nonprofit event, being a mom, etc...

FUTURE PLANS

I think my overall goals are to remain consistent, to be creative in every event I take on and to focus on quality over quantity.

Molly Sohr

Owner of Molly Sohr Events

Growing up in Destin, Florida, Molly was keenly aware of what makes moments special

— her hometown was gaining a reputation as a beautiful destination wedding location During her years at the University of Mississippi she truly developed a love for wedding planning; after graduation, Molly packed her bags and moved to Nashville to live her dreams and work in event planning. Since opening Molly Sohr Events, she has helped countless couples through planning the wedding of their dreams.