#359 Is Your Wedding Planner Stressing You Out?

What do you do when the trust you've placed in your planner starts to crumble? In this highly anticipated episode, we tackle this common wedding planning nightmare. I’ve heard countless stories from our listeners about their experiences with planners or coordinators who have fallen short of expectations, leaving them feeling frustrated, neglected, and unsure of how to handle the situation.

In this episode, I am joined by 3 wedding planning professionals, who have years of experience in the wedding industry and all specialize in different levels of planning services. We'll share personal anecdotes, expert advice, and even a few laughs along the way, as we unravel the mysteries of trust and the delicate dance between planners and clients.

What you will learn

• Planners, coordinators, designers and their distinct roles
• Questions to ask a planner BEFORE hiring
• Why communication is sometimes so difficult
• Couples expectations vs. planners expectations
• What to do if you've lost trust in the planner you’ve hired
• At what point, do you cut ties and fire your planner?

About The Guests & Links

Joanna Solazzo Fertig: Joanna Solazzo is the Founder of The Day Of Company. Joanna has spent her career within the Event Marketing industry in New York City. Seven years ago, she created a company called Maid to the Maids which offered planning & coordination services to busy bridesmaids for the events leading up to a wedding. After filling numerous requests from Brides and their mothers to work as a coordinator on their wedding day, she realized that there is a need for a straight-forward coordination service for the Day Of weddings & events . . . without the bells, whistles and heavy price tags of traditional event planners. And so, The Day of Company was born.

The Day Of Company Website

The Day Of Company on Instagram

Shaun Gray: As a seasoned wedding planner with over a decade of experience, Shaun is passionate about helping couples create a luxurious, personalized, and unforgettable celebration of their love. With a keen eye for detail and a dedication to excellence, Shaun is committed to making your dream wedding a reality, and will work with you to plan a memorable and stress-free celebration that reflects your values and personalities.

Shaun Gray Events Website

Shaun Gray on Instagram

Shaun Gray on TikTok

Darryl Moore: Since setting up shop in Houston since 2009 founder Darryl Moore and his team at D’Concierge serve couples from East St. Louis to the Eiffel Tower of Paris, France. Throughout his career, Darryl Moore has assisted in the preparation of celebrity weddings of entertainers, athletes as well as notable figures of the Michelle Obama Administration Staff. Darryl Moore serves as Creative Director and Planner Extraordinaire at D’Concierge and was featured in Black Enterprise in 2015 as a Modern Man. 

In addition to weddings and events, Darryl Moore and his team have designed for the Real Housewives of Atlanta and Truly Original Productions for over three seasons. His work also includes set design and wedding planning for Vh1 in Los Angeles, California.

D.Concierge Website

D. Concierge on Instagram

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