Shelby believes the best Disney trips aren’t just planned, they’re experienced, layered over time through memories, milestones, and a genuine love for the magic. As a lifelong Disney fan, her story started early, dancing to the Zero to Hero cassette on a childhood boom box before her first trip to Disneyland at age six. Somewhere between dreaming of princesses and becoming best friends with Goofy and Max, Disney became a lasting part of who she is.

A Colorado native, Shelby’s connection to Disney has grown alongside her life. What began as family trips to Disneyland expanded into vacations at Walt Disney World and multiple Disney Cruise Line sailings, where she discovered a whole new side of the magic at sea. Over time, those experiences turned into a deep, well-rounded understanding of how different Disney destinations fit different families, travel styles, and moments in life.

Disney has also been the backdrop for some of Shelby’s most meaningful milestones. She got engaged at Disneyland, turning a place she already loved into something even more personal. That perspective shapes how she approaches planning today, knowing firsthand that these trips often hold more than just itineraries, they hold memories that last a lifetime.

Her passion naturally evolved into becoming the go-to Disney planner for friends and family, helping them navigate the details, timing, and ever-changing options that can quickly feel overwhelming. What started as helping others soon became something more, a way to combine her love of Disney with her ability to organize, anticipate needs, and bring moving pieces together seamlessly.

Outside of Disney, Shelby works as a Project Manager, where she’s built a strong foundation in organization, problem-solving, and managing complex details with ease. It’s a skillset that translates naturally into travel planning, allowing her to stay calm in the chaos and keep everything running smoothly behind the scenes.

At home, Shelby is a proud boy mom, now experiencing Disney through the eyes of her 5-year-old. From superheroes to princesses and the Fab Five, she understands what it takes to create trips that keep kids engaged while still feeling enjoyable and manageable for parents. That real-life perspective gives her an added layer of insight when planning for families in similar stages.

When she’s not planning vacations, you’ll likely find Shelby trying new foods, sneaking in a few pages on her Kindle, or keeping up with the nonstop energy of her family.

With a thoughtful, detail-driven approach, Shelby handles all the behind-the-scenes layers so everything comes together smoothly, and all that’s left is to enjoy the magic, without the chaos.

Whether you’re ready to start planning or just exploring ideas, Shelby is happy to help you sort through the details and make your next Disney trip feel easy, thoughtful, and just right from the very beginning.

We are so happy to have Shelby on our team!

Find Shelby at @secondstarinsider or email her at sfoland@conciears.com.