I've been exactly where you're at right now

Jes Barkman is a career coach for wedding vendors and wedding professionals that are starting their wedding vendor business or growing it

I began my career in the wedding industry as an entry-level salesperson at one of the busiest venues in Colorado. Over time, I worked my way up to Sales and Marketing Director, helping hundreds of couples and vendors along the way.

In 2020, I launched Knotted Events, expecting it to be a slow-growing side hustle. But within two weeks, I turned it into a thriving, full-time business—and I’ve never looked back.

Today, I bring my experience, honesty, and passion to Knotted Consulting, helping wedding pros like you build businesses that align with your values, attract dream clients, and stand the test of time.

Let's work together

I help wedding vendors like you create businesses that are not only profitable, but fuel your fire and fit your life.

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About your coach

About your coach

I'm a new mom to the cutest little boy, always covered in dog hair, a mountain town enthusiast (ask me the best anything across the entire state of Colorado and I will plan your whole itinerary!) and married the guy I fell in love with when I was 18.

I’m all about:

  • Friendors. 

  • God I LOVE toasts (I know, I know)

  • Community over competition. 

  • Window down moments when Tom Petty comes on the radio

  • Crested Butte

  • Boss Babes

  • The right CRM for the pro

  • Pivoting till it hits

  • Meetings over margs

  • Treating yourself 

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Testimonial

From my client and friends at Pike Peak’s Ranch

Career coach Jes Barkman poses with laptop while coaching wedding vendors and wedding professionals in starting their wedding vendor business

I’m a no-go on:

  • The Knot and Wedding Wire - just no. 

  • Being too good to put in the work

  • Peas

  • Fraudy feelings

  • Working for someone else

  • Winter. Take me to the beach. 

You can find me:

  • Working on a beach in Baja when it's cold in CO

  • Scoping out secret spots in every mountain town

  • In my mom van (it's cooler than you think)

  • Obsessing over spotting my clients in RMB

  • Playing peekaboo on the floor every day. all day. 

Still need to hear more?

Imagine a business that runs like clockwork, attracts dream clients, and leaves you time to enjoy your summers. Let’s make it happen together.

Are you in?

Aisle Planner is my go-to workspace for proposals, timelines, layouts, checklists—basically everything that keeps a wedding running smoothly without you losing your mind. It takes so much off your plate as a business owner and gives you the structure to stay organized, the polish to impress your clients, and the flexibility to grow.

If you’re working with me, there’s a good chance I’ll convince you this is one of the best investments you can make in your business (and I know the platform well enough to walk you through just about any issue, plus I’ve got templates and hacks that will help you use it on a whole new level).

Want to give it a try? Use the my code (KnottedPros) to start your 30-day free trial, and you’ll also get 15% off your first 6 months when you sign up.