Meet the Founders
The Founders
Meredith Parker & Susanna Thomas
The Hosting House was built on a simple belief: that life's special moments deserve to be celebrated beautifully, and that gathering the people you love is one of the most meaningful things you can do.
Meredith Parker grew up in Nashville, Tennessee, and Susanna Thomas was born in Macon, Georgia and raised right here in Raleigh. Long before they became business partners, Susanna and Meredith were friends sitting at each other's tables, celebrating each other's milestones, and quietly noticing that they approached hospitality the same way.
That shared love of bringing people together is what The Hosting House is built on. Their goal is to greet every client the way they would greet a friend at their front door: with a drink in hand, a listening ear, and a plan to make their celebration everything they imagined.
Work With UsOur Mission
“To greet every client the way we would greet a friend at our front door: with a drink in hand, a listening ear, and a plan to make their celebration everything they imagined.”
How We Work
What We Stand For
Trust
We communicate clearly and consistently so you always know where things stand.
Warmth
Every celebration should feel like a genuine welcome — inviting, beautiful and effortless.
Grace
We navigate the unexpected with poise and calm.
Attention to Detail
Nothing is an afterthought. Each element is considered and purposeful.
Let's Plan Something Beautiful Together
We take on a limited number of events each season to ensure every client gets our full attention and care.
Inquire About Your Event