Atlanta Premier Wedding and Event Planners - Thought That Counts Events

Q. Describe the most common types of jobs you do for your clients.

A. Weddings take months (ideally) to plan, so I have several of those working throughout the year. It is important that my brides get the attention they deserve, so I plan no more than 2 weddings per month. I also offer full service planning for bridal showers, birthday parties and other private, family focused events. There has been an increase in the requests for planning proposals, which are always fun. Way to go guys!

It seems that more people are looking to create and celebrate historical moments. I have been getting more inquiries for proposals, vow renewals and romantic anniversaries than ever before. I love to do those because there is a chance to make each event as unique as the client and their relationship.

Q. What advice do you have for a customer looking to hire a provider like you?

A. My advice for customers who are interviewing service providers is to ask the questions that are most important up front. If you know you want your ceremony to have an old, country theme, then keep that in the forefront of your mind when you talk to planners about ideas for your wedding. That is the key phrase, "your wedding". The pictures from your cousin's wedding with the waterfall as the backdrop may be breathtaking. But if your planner cannot translate your ideas to the designer for your event, you will be disappointed. That is a hard thing for couples to get over on this once-in-a-lifetime day.

Bottom line? Trust your instincts and shop for the professional who you believe will be able to deliver what you want and need.

Q. Why does your work stand out from others who do what you do?

A. My work stands alone because I understand that it is not about me. My clients are intelligent, savvy, creative professionals who know 75% of what they want before they contact me. We set their words to music, so to speak, assign details to timelines and fill in the gaps. I do good work because I get to know my couples and clients well enough that when I am filling in those gaps, my choices mirror what theirs would be. I am not looking to put my stamp on anything more than how much my couples relax and enjoy the experience on the way to and during their wedding or event. My clients deserve their spotlight and I make sure they get it. I am also passionate about making sure they are happy with everything that we have helped them put together. The event is not about the details, it is about the people and the moments that happen among them.

Q. What do you like most about your job?

A. I love that I get to share in really important moments in the lives of people I now care about. It is important to remember that these are not just "events", but moments in time that we get to help create.

Tied with that would have to be seeing everything coming together and adding those special touches that make the day unique to my clients. That is immensely satisfying.

Q. What questions do customers most commonly ask you? What's your answer?

A. When first meeting, most clients want to know about pricing. And, as a savvy consumer, I get that. I work with clients, especially those with more modest budgets to spend their money well and not just focus on the price tags. It sounds cliche, but you do get what you pay for.

Another top question is, "Why should I pay a planner when my cousin/mom/best friend has offered to help me for free?" My answer to that lies in the testimonials from previous brides. It is great to have planning help and even with a planner you can use some. However, an experienced professional will help you navigate pricing, vendors, contracts and all of the details you may not know it takes to have an event of this type. This can save you hours of time and a good deal of money. On the day of your wedding, you don't have the worry or questions that come with someone who has been helping you along the way. You get to be the bride and to enjoy your wedding day.