The Coordinated Collective


Service levels: Day-of coordination/wedding management


About The Coordinated Collective

The Coordinated Collective

a company created for couples planning their own wedding

Working out of Arlington, VA, the Coordinated Collective provides day-of coordination for couples who have otherwise organized their own wedding. Aiding couples in the District of Columbia, Eastern Pennsylvania, Maryland, and Virginia, the women of this company have a wealth of knowledge and experience organizing weddings in all sorts of venues and design. Owned by Ja’el Mendez, this team of experts brings the final touch needed to make sure you get hitched without a glitch! The initial planning is done by the clients, meaning that couples choose their own vendors and have the freedom to design their own wedding.

The team at the Coordinated Collective bring in depth project management, product development, public relations, and hospitality skills to their services, providing high levels of professionalism. Combined with a passion for music, culture, and food, they see to it that a couple’s wedding vision materializes. Alleviating stress for the couple through their coordination, these planners allow the romantic pair to focus on their special day.

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Service included in starting price
Service available for an extra cost
Day-of coordination / wedding managementElopement / microwedding
Description

We are a DIY wedding planner's best friend. With us, booking vendors, sending invitations, managing your budget, and renting or buying decorations is your responsibility. We're here to take the wheel on your wedding day and make sure your plan becomes a reality. We welcome unlimited emails during the planning process. Our work with our couples begins eight weeks before the wedding, ensuring no details are overlooked and tying up any loose ends.

Same package, but less time and guests! *no more than 50 guests

Planning begins6 Months out3 Months out
Venue Recommendations
Contract Review
Transportation Coordination
Venue Visits
Final Venue Walkthrough
Timeline Creation & Management
Onsite Event Management
Event Styling & Design
Vendor Management
Rentals & Linens
PricingStarts at $2,800Starts at $2,300

Reviews

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41 reviews

  • MM

    Molly M.

    Rating: 5
    Jun 12, 2026

    Bride

    We had originally hired a different planner. After having trouble getting that planner to timely respond to our questions, we hired the Coordinated Collective as a replacement. They picked up the process seamlessly. Ja’el was very knowledgeable and helpful with the final planning. Meredith was the day of coordinator and was amazing! She ran the run through which made us very comfortable that all our vendors knew what to do. After the run through, she took over communications with the vendors. The day went so smoothly - we didn’t have to worry about a single thing! My only regret is not hiring the coordinated collective at the very beginning!

  • CM

    Candice M.

    Rating: 5
    May 17, 2026

    Exceptional Experience with TCC

    Chrishaun and her team were integral to the day going as well as it did. The amount of effort and care she put into everything leading up to our big day as well as her attentiveness, preparation and attention to detail were a huge part of why our wedding was a huge success. We are still getting texts and calls from friends and family about how amazing they were. TCC also has a content creator that captured all of the in-between moments beautifully - highly recommended. I couldn’t imagine not working with TCC; way less stress and anxiety.

  • S

    Samantha

    Rating: 5
    Apr 20, 2026

    Life Saver

    Hiring The Coordinated Collective for wedding coordinator services was one of the best decisions I could have made during my wedding process. My only regret is that I did not find them sooner. I reached out about 2 months before my wedding due to being ghosted by my previous coordinator. Ja’el, the owner, followed up with me and walked me through her process. Her organization and prior experience with my venue made it a no brainer to hire The Coordinated Collective. A week before my wedding, the Sales Coordinator with the venue resigned, and the venue would not return any of our emails. Ja’el handled the situation like a pro and used her expertise to find the right people at my venue to contact. My wedding weekend went off without a hitch, to my knowledge, due to Ja’el and her team handling everything behind the scenes which allowed for me, my groom, my family, and guests to have a seamless experience. I’m still getting compliments at how well run and on time everything went. We truly felt like partners throughout the entire process, and I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend The Coordinated Collective.

  • WA

    Will A.

    Rating: 5
    Apr 5, 2026

    Excellent Work!

    Working with The Coordinated Collective made our wedding day so much less stressful. From start to finish, they communicated with us in a clear and timely way that put our minds at ease. On the actual day, they handled pacing, organization, and reception setup with such skill and experience. What really stood out was how personable they were—they took care of every detail, both big and small, while staying professional and understanding throughout. The team's competence and prompt responses gave us the confidence to enjoy our special day. We would absolutely recommend The Coordinated Collective to any couple looking for a planner who truly has their back.

  • ED

    Emily D.

    Rating: 5
    Jan 24, 2026

    We Loved the Coordinated Collective

    Working with Ja'el and The Coordinated Collective was a truly wonderful experience from start to finish. Their communication was professional, kind, efficient and effective throughout the entire planning process. As problem solvers, they ensured everything went smoothly on our wedding day. When we encountered issues with a hotel event staff member, they stepped in and handled it quickly and discreetly, making sure we had everything we needed. The Coordinated Collective's expertise and attention to detail were invaluable, and they played a crucial role in making our special day perfect. We are so grateful for their incredible service and would highly recommend them to any couple planning their wedding.


Two heads is better than one--so two coordinators will be with you on wedding day. After you sign your contract and pay the deposit, your lead coordinator will send an introduction email and set-up a getting to know you call. The associate coordinator for your wedding will be assigned at least 6 weeks before your wedding if not sooner.
After your introductory call, your coordinator will get together with you within six months before the wedding for a planning call where your coordinator will review progress in the information provided in the portal, review an initial draft of the day-of timeline and discuss the vendor walk-through. Although we welcome unlimited emails throughout our time together so you feel secure in your decisions, please remember that the bulk of our work will happen 8 weeks before your wedding, not before.
Although the company may take on more than one wedding in a weekend, your lead coordinator will only be managing and thinking about one.