FAQs
- What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
I don't have a standard pricing system. Each event is different are requires a different level of service. I don't believe I can adequately give a price quote until I meet with my clients and discuss the details of their event.
- What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
The first step for working with a new customer is setting an in person meeting. I prefer to get a 'feeling" of the clients personality as well as discuss their events. If a client has colors or themes they like and want to use, I like to see those early in the process so that we are on the same page for the atmosphere and design they would like to see in their event. Is this a formal event, semi-formal, casual or laid back and fun for all ages. I can do my best work when knowing what people see as their vision for their event. I encourage clients to find examples of things they like and bring them to our meetings ( color swatches, examples of pictures from the internet or magazines that have a feel or design that they really like, flower choices, a plate or napkin etc.). As important as it is to know what someone likes, I also want to know if there is something that they don't like( the scent of a certain flower, the color of items to be used, etc.) Only after having met with a client personally to discuss all of their preferences is it possible to get a feeling for the event and the time commitment that it will require. After meeting and determining the feel and scale of the event, it is possible for me to give a quote for my time. I would suggest all new clients meet with any planner before accepting a quote. You won't know the person enough to know if you can work with them before meeting them in person. You will be able to be sure that you have found someone who not only has a fair price but can see what your dream is for your event and whose personality you can work with.
- What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I have no specialized training in event planning. What skills I have were learned by actually creating events, not just being told how to do so. I don't "go by the book" or a certain outline because each even is special and different. Each client is different and has different needs. I want to be sure that I can address everything they need and that we can work together before accepting a position.