Why should I hire a planner or coordinator?
There are so many benefits to hiring a coordinator that we are giving this question its own link.
Why should I hire Tanis J Events?
At Tanis J Events we are trained and experienced professionals who take planning very seriously. We balance the creative aspects with the practical applications of contract negotiation, budget control, and vendor selection to ensure the best wedding possible. We are meticulous with the details and strive to keep everyone organized and relaxed throughout the entire process.
Do you have any special training?
Ms. Tanis Jackson, the owner, is a designated bridal consultant and is a member of the Association of Bridal Consultants (ABC). She also has a certificate in Event Marketing, Fundraising and Public Relations. Ms. Jackson has over a decade of event experience.
Is it expensive to hire a planner from you?
Tanis J Events has extremely flexible pricing to accommodate any type of budget from our "$99 Getting Started Package" to the "Ultimate Package." Our unique pricing structure is not based on a percentage of your budget, but rather on the amount of work involved. We take into account the location, number of guests, how many people are required to work at the event, number of vendors and the total amount of set up. All pricing quotes are customized for the client.
How involved will you be?
Very simply, we are as involved as you want us to be. Either prior to or during our introductory consultation we will review the details of your wedding such as budget, guest count, venue and vendor selection, the wedding party, and creative aspects such as flowers, decor, and setup. From there you decide what level of involvement you want and which areas you would like us to focus on and we will determine if this will require the Ultimate Package, a Full Service Package, a day-of package or something in-between.
Does a wedding planner save us money?
If you book a Full Service Package or the Ultimate Package which includes venue and vendor selections, we can save you money if you follow our recommendations. Planners often will receive discounts from vendors and at Tanis J Events we pass these savings onto you. We are also informed of the pricing of various vendors as well as who offers seasonal discounts and day of week discounts. The day-of package is a stress saver rather than a money saver because it does not involve venue or vendor selection.
If we hire a planner will they 'take over' our wedding?
At Tanis J Events we don't want to recreate the same wedding over and over again and we don't want to plan a wedding the couple is not happy with no matter how lovely it is. It is extremely important to us that our clients feel that their wedding really is their vision. We are just there to help them get from the visualization to the actualization, on time, on budget and with as little stress as possible.
How do you handle wedding day or event emergencies?
We believe that preparation is key. All of our Day-of, Full Service, and Ultimate wedding packages include preparation of the aisle order, floorplans, timelines, vendor contact list, and wedding party contact list as well as site visits to the ceremony and reception venues in advance. We review all your contracts to ensure nothing has been overlooked and contact your vendors in advance to let them know that they should contact us directly on your big day. This allows us to amend problems without having to contact you, leaving you free to enjoy every minute. Last but not least we bring an emergency kit with us that includes tools for minor repairs, beauty products for last minute fix ups, and even a garter belt should you forget yours.
How do we get started?
You may contact us by phone or email on our contact page. If you are eager to the get the quote process started you may also complete our Potential Client Questionnaire. We will respond within two business days of your inquiry. From there we can correspond by email or phone or set up a complimentary in person consultation. If you just have a question or two, we would be happy to answer those as well. No inquiry is too small to address and solve. Tanis J Events' time is YOUR time!!
