Today we’d like to introduce you to Christopher Batts.
Hi Christopher, thanks for sharing your story with us. To start, maybe you can tell our readers some of your backstory.
My story in this industry started earlier than most. I was thrust into the wedding world at just 18 years old through dessert catering. It wasn’t something I planned, but it opened the door to a completely new life. I met incredible planners, vendors, and couples, built relationships quickly, and before long I started making a name for myself.
Those early years taught me how weddings feel from the inside — the energy, the pressure, the beauty, the storytelling. Eventually, I got curious about the design side and began creating florals for smaller weddings. That curiosity snowballed into full-scale planning and coordination for a while, but I eventually realized the heart of what I loved most was the artistry of flowers.
Once I gave myself permission to niche down and stay in my lane, everything shifted. I doubled down on floral design, focused on refining my craft, and built Heritage Floral Design with intention. The moment I went “all in,” the brand scaled faster and more sustainably than I ever expected. Today, we design weddings and events across the country with a few events under our belt in Europe, and I still feel grateful every day that an unexpected start in dessert catering pushed me toward the work I was meant to do.
I’m sure it wasn’t obstacle-free, but would you say the journey has been fairly smooth so far?
Definitely not a smooth road — and I don’t think any real growth story ever is. Entering the industry so young meant I was learning everything in real time: how to price my work, how to communicate with clients, how to set boundaries, and how to build a brand without burning out. There were seasons where I was saying “yes” to everything just to stay afloat, and that eventually caught up with me.
One of the hardest transitions was shifting from being the person who did everything to becoming the person who leads everything. Managing a team, building systems, and learning how to trust others with my vision were all skills I had to develop the long way — through trial, error, and a lot of humility.
There were financial challenges, too. Scaling quickly sounds glamorous, but it comes with overhead, staffing, equipment, and the constant pressure of making the right decisions for the future of the business. I’ve had moments where growth felt overwhelming and moments where I questioned whether I was doing the right thing.
But every challenge forced me to refine the way I work, strengthen the brand, and ultimately build something far more intentional than what I started with. The struggles shaped the business as much as the successes did.
Thanks for sharing that. So, maybe next you can tell us a bit more about your work?
At my core, I’m a floral designer — but what I really do is help people tell their stories through flowers. Heritage Floral Design specializes in elevated, art-driven wedding and event florals that feel thoughtful, textural, and immersive. We focus on high-touch design, intentional color palettes, and cohesive environments rather than just “pretty flowers on tables.”
I’m best known for large-scale installations, sculptural ceremony designs, and bouquets that feel both modern and romantic. My clients trust me with full creative direction, and that freedom has allowed the brand to grow into a design house rather than a traditional florist. We’re not just making arrangements — we’re creating atmospheres.
What I’m most proud of is how far the business has come in such a short time. I started with very humble beginnings, and now we’re designing six-figure wedding weekends, partnering with incredible planners, and building a reputation for refined, editorial floral art. I’m proud that the growth has come from consistency, integrity, and word of mouth rather than shortcuts.
What truly sets us apart is our approach. We’re not a volume-based shop; we are a design-driven studio that takes on fewer events so we can pour more intention into each one. Every recipe, every stem, every installation is curated with purpose. And because I’ve worked nearly every role in the wedding world — catering, planning, coordination, and floral design — I understand the full ecosystem of a wedding day. That perspective allows me to design more holistically and collaborate more seamlessly with the rest of the vendor team.
At the end of the day, I think clients can feel when something is crafted with genuine passion — and that’s the heart of our work.
Do you have any advice for those looking to network or find a mentor?
y biggest advice is to stop looking for the “perfect mentor” and start building real relationships. Some of the best guidance I’ve ever received came from people I didn’t even realize were mentoring me until years later. Instead of chasing titles, focus on connecting with people whose values, work ethic, and creativity inspire you.
In this industry especially, networking is really just about being human — showing up consistently, supporting others, and being someone people enjoy working with. When you show genuine interest in others and make space for collaboration instead of competition, mentors naturally emerge.
What’s worked well for me is putting myself in rooms with people who are doing things at a level I aspire to. I’ve said yes to coffee chats, industry events, styled shoots, workshops — anything that allowed me to learn and contribute. I also make it a point to reach out after events, thank planners and vendors, and keep the relationship warm. It sounds small, but small touches build big networks.
Most importantly, don’t underestimate the power of being generous. Share knowledge, celebrate others, refer work when you can. The more you pour into your community, the more it pours back into you — often in the form of the mentors and connections you were searching for all along.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.heritageflorals.com
- Instagram: @floralsbyheritage
