Is Event Planning and Coordination Worth the $$??

We’ve all done it, we’ve used google, Bing, Facebook, the Knot or buzz feed to get the scoop on the best way to start a project or a plan.  Because of that, you might ask, is event planning and coordination worth the money? We have a goal in mind, perhaps a Pinterest board, and phone full of screen shots with the goal of executing a event or project.  This first phase, whether purely ocular—observed by sight or auditory— observed by sound are the first steps in project management.  See!  Great, no certifications required. I am joking.  

EVENT PLANNING AND COORDINATING IS EXPERT LEVEL PROJECT MANAGEMENT

Nonetheless, most of us begin framing an idea by naturally brainstorming.  Professional Event and Design Coordinators, use project planning and budget forecasting to turn your big ideas into a scalable map to execute your goals.  While client facing work requires a great deal of talent, customer service acumen and acutely perceptive communication skills, project coordination is something we’ve all done to some degree.  

Sooooo, why would you need to hire or contract a Design, Planning and Rental firm like Ask Jess, if you can coordinate yourself?  The answer is a simple one, to save time and scarce resources by seeking expert counsel and service.

EVENT PLANNING AND COORDINATING SAVES VALUABLE TIME & MONEY (TIME=MONEY)

Indeed, event planning and coordination has the potential to save the client a significant amount of money in long run.  From securing contracts, negotiating location dates and times, coordinating deposits and contractors to managing event recipients, payments, budget and mitigating other unforeseen challenges (i.e. planning for rain in the Dominican Republic during the rain season or cancelled flights)—Expert Event Planners and Coordinators use client scaling, project management and negotiation skills to stretch their clients’ resources to the point where they sync with their budgets.