Every January, there’s a moment we look forward to all year.
The release of The Scout Guide Columbus isn’t just a publication launch — it’s a celebration of small businesses, creative leaders, and the heartbeat of this city. And once again, we were deeply honored to plan the Volume 10 launch party alongside a community we love so much.
As a Columbus wedding and event planning firm, there are projects that feel meaningful — and then there are projects that feel personal. Planning the Scout Guide launch each year falls firmly into the latter.
A Night Celebrating the Best of Columbus
Held on Friday, January 23 at The Joseph, this year’s launch leaned into playful glamour, bold creativity, and a sense of joy that felt unmistakably Scout.
From disco-inspired design moments to a room filled with founders, creatives, and longtime supporters, the evening was a reminder of what makes Columbus special: people who care deeply about what they’re building — and about each other.
The Scout Guide has always been about more than a directory. It’s about storytelling, intention, and connection. Our goal as planners is to create an experience that mirrors that same philosophy.
Honored to Plan This Celebration Each Year
At Aisle & Co., we’ve had the privilege of planning this launch party year after year, and it never loses its magic.
Each volume represents months of thoughtful curation, collaboration, and belief in local businesses. Being trusted to bring that vision to lifenis something we never take lightly.
We approach this event the same way we approach weddings and private celebrations: with care, precision, and respect for the story being told.
Why the Scout Guide Matters to Us
The Scout Guide Columbus has become a cornerstone of the creative and small-business community here in Central Ohio. It highlights the brands, makers, and spaces that give this city its character — and it does so with intention and integrity.
As planners, we believe in celebrating people who lead with heart. That’s why working alongside the Scout Guide team feels so aligned.
If you want to explore the incredible businesses featured this year, you can view:
A Room Full of Gratitude
One of the most meaningful moments of the evening was simply looking around the room.
So many familiar faces. So many new ones. Business owners celebrating milestones, first features, and years of growth. It was a reminder that behind every listing in the guide is a story.
We’re endlessly grateful to be part of this tradition and to help create a space where those stories can be celebrated together.
With Love, Columbus
To the Scout Guide team: thank you.
To the members and supporters: thank you for showing up, believing in local, and continuing to build something special in this city.
And to Columbus …. we love planning here, we love celebrating here, and we’re proud to call this community home.
