Question 1

HOW LONG HAVE YOU BEEN A WEDDING PLANNER?

Accepted Answer

Kelsey has been planning all kinds of events for over 10 years (birthdays, holiday parties, concerts, fundraisers). Connor & Co. officially began after her wedding in 2016 and she has been planning weddings officially for 5 years.

Question 2

WHAT IS YOUR BIGGEST PIECE OF ADVICE FOR NEWLY ENGAGED COUPLES?

Accepted Answer

There is so much to advise but first and foremost know you get what you pay for in this industry. The professional vendors we recommend are trying to pay bills and give your big day the focus it needs! And in order to do that and give you a stellar experience they need to be priced appropriately.

Question 3

WHY DID YOU BECOME A PLANNER & FLORIST?

Accepted Answer

I started planning events in highschool for a couple of business owners and LOVED it. I also took horticulture and loved getting to play with plants and flowers. I worked in the music industry planning events, fundraisers, and concerts and knew I wanted to do events but still wanted something more. Then friends started getting married, and the rest is history.

Question 4

WHERE ARE YOU LOCATED? AND DO YOU TRAVEL?

Accepted Answer

Our office is smack dab in the middle of Memphis, TN. This allows us a broad range of locations we can service. We try to stick between Nashville, Little Rock, and Oxford but are open to going to other locations. Message us and let's chat about options!

Question 5

ARE YOU LICENSED AND INSURED?

Accepted Answer

We have our business license, we are registered as an LLC, and have been certified by the Bridal Society. We also have business insurance. However, there isn't technically a licensing company for wedding professionals (such as a contractor or cosmetology license). We do go above and beyond to learn all there is about the industry and its ever-changing needs though and attend at least 2 workshops.

Question 6

DO YOU BOOK VENDORS FOR US OR TAKE A COMMISSION FROM VENDORS?

Accepted Answer

For our largest package, we will select vendors and negotiate contracts if necessary or desired but the final signature and payment comes straight from you. We want you to be aware of who is selected and where the money is going. Also, we never take a commission from our vendors, we know they have gone through the process of calculating their costs and priced themselves accordingly.

Question 7

ARE YOU EXPERIENCED WITH SAME-SEX/LGBTQ WEDDINGS?

Accepted Answer

Yes! We are experienced and all of our planning literature has been crafted to be inclusive (if you ever find something noninclusive please bring it to our attention), and we like to challenge heteronormativity and gender roles in the wedding industry on a regular basis.

Question 8

HOW DO I START PLANNING A WEDDING?

Accepted Answer

Get an ideal date, guest count and budget in your head then head to see a wedding planner! Even if you mainly just need someone to help pull your day together they can get you headed in the right direction. Some people check out a venue and photographer in these first steps as well but a planner can help make sure your budget is being allocated in the best places!

Question 9

WHAT IS A WEDDING PLANNER'S ROLE?

Accepted Answer

We handle vendor communication, logistics, and timing to make sure your event is flawless in your guests' eyes. It is like a steering wheel and gas pedal of a car, you can have all of the other parts and it will run but who knows where it will go or how fast, you need someone overseeing the grand scheme of the day and ensuring everyone is in communication and working as a team.

Question 10

CAN MY MOM/FRIEND/COUSIN/SISTER COORDINATE MY WEDDING, THEY HELPED WITH THE PLANNING?

Accepted Answer

I would never say they can't, some are very organized and would do a good job. However, we have been doing this for years and have seen everything under the sun, we help you avoid those mishaps that come up before they even have a chance. These people also probably want to enjoy the party and it can be hard to manage everything while you are on the dance floor.

Question 11

IS THERE A MINIMUM BUDGET YOU WORK WITH?

Accepted Answer

Not generally, we can do a lot with smaller budgets. Most of our weddings that you see start at 20k. The main thing to keep in mind is that the lower the budget the lower your guest count needs to be to pull together your dream event. Also, come in open-minded if you have a strict budget, we will suggest cost-saving options.

Question 12

WHAT STYLE OF WEDDINGS DO YOU DO?

Accepted Answer

We love planning weddings of all styles. We specialize in nontraditional weddings but love everything from modern industrial weddings to southern backyard weddings to ornate victorian weddings. Even if you mainly just need someone to help pull your day together, we love a challenge. Give us your ideas and let's see what we can create!

Question 13

THE TRUTH IS REALLY SIMPLE; I DON’T WANT US TO BE THE CHEAPEST, I WANT US TO BE THE BEST.

Accepted Answer

Please feel free to take advantage of my free consultation to see if we are a good fit for each other. That way, you can more closely examine if the investment is worthy of your wedding.

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HOW LONG HAVE YOU BEEN A WEDDING PLANNER?

WHAT IS YOUR BIGGEST PIECE OF ADVICE FOR NEWLY ENGAGED COUPLES?

WHY DID YOU BECOME A PLANNER & FLORIST?

WHERE ARE YOU LOCATED? AND DO YOU TRAVEL?

ARE YOU LICENSED AND INSURED?

DO YOU BOOK VENDORS FOR US OR TAKE A COMMISSION FROM VENDORS?

ARE YOU EXPERIENCED WITH SAME-SEX/LGBTQ WEDDINGS?

HOW DO I START PLANNING A WEDDING?

WHAT IS A WEDDING PLANNER'S ROLE?

CAN MY MOM/FRIEND/COUSIN/SISTER COORDINATE MY WEDDING, THEY HELPED WITH THE PLANNING?

IS THERE A MINIMUM BUDGET YOU WORK WITH?

WHAT STYLE OF WEDDINGS DO YOU DO?

THE TRUTH IS REALLY SIMPLE; I DON’T WANT US TO BE THE CHEAPEST, I WANT US TO BE THE BEST.

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