Event Planning



	Why Hire An Event Planner? Event planners are skilled managers, negotiators and mediators in sticky situations. Whether you're getting married, hosting a baby shower, or throwing your company's annual holiday party, a professional can take care of every detail, no matter how small. Some event planners are even available on a limited or hourly basis if you only need help in some areas, but don't need assistance with your entire event. Contrary to popular belief, planners can actually save you money in the long run. They have relationships with local and national vendors. Everyone from florists and bakeries to disc jockeys and linen rental companies; they can negotiate the best possible prices for you, saving you time, money and the legwork. Your event planner will have strict financial control of your event in order to make sure that you stay within your budget. Many people feel that they will lose control over their event if they hire a professional. This is simply not true. Event planners are there to assist you and will always take into consideration your needs and desires. When choosing a planner, you should make sure that you feel comfortable with him or her. Not only on a professional level, but a personal level as well. You should be able to easily communicate your wants and opinions to them. When choosing the right planner for you, you should interview several first. Go into the meeting with a general idea of what you want, the number of guests, approximate date and budget that you would like to stay in. A professional must know these things in order to make your event perfect. When interviewing a potential planner, you should find out what services they do and don't offer. These services can vary widely from company to company. Ask for a price quote in writing. If you receive a price that is drastically higher or lower than all the other quotes you have received, you should ask why before committing to anything. When you do decide on the perfect planner, you should sign a contract stating your total price, when payments are due, any cancellation policies and what services they will provide for you. Ultimately, hiring a event planner is a very personal decision. However, in most cases, you can hire a professional and stay within your original budget. A good planner is worth their weight in gold, saving you time, stress and money. From negotiating better contracts for you, to finding you discounts on the perfect favors for your event, to handmaking a unique centerpiece that costs half the price of the ones you've seen everywhere else, the possibilities are endless! Elite Event Productions offers many corporate, social and wedding planning packages. If you don't see exactly what you want, please contact us, we can create a customized package just for you. Please use the menu options on the left to choose your type of event.