19 Wedding & Event Planners to Hire Now [April 2025]

Amy Zaroff brought her years of production experience across the hospitality, entertainment, and media industries to her eponymous planning company, Amy Zaroff, a boutique, multi-channel creative agency and event planning firm. The team produces wide-ranging experiences—from weddings and milestone birthdays to galas and corporate events (for well-known brands like Target).

Clients consistently commend Amy Zaroff Events + Design for their creativity, professionalism, and ability to bring visions to life. We love all of their work but especially how they infused glamour into this 50th anniversary party with a warm glow and shimmering mixed-metal details throughout.

Based in Minneapolis. Will travel internationally.

Bliss Events Chicago, founded by Renny Pedersen in 2000, is a premier full-service event planning company based in Chicago. The team is renowned for their exceptional event planning services, combining extensive industry experience with a commitment to creating stress-free personal events.

Clients praise Bliss Events for their professionalism, creativity, and meticulous attention to detail. We adore how the team brought whimsy to a ballroom setting at this Chicago wedding by filling the space with lush trees and rich green drapery.

Based in Chicago. Will travel nationally.

By Kait Elle Events is a luxury boutique wedding planning and design company founded in 2018 by Kait Leahy. We love how Kait will personally assist through the entire planning and design process to curate an event that truly reflects the spirit of each client. Those clients appreciate their full-range of services, professionalism, attention to detail, and ability to bring their visions to life.

This cocktail party from the team is the epitome of tropical elegance. Bright florals, nautical elements (including oysters in a boat from the famous Island Creek), and coastal place settings on printed linen make for a beautiful tableau for gathering. A favorite element? The food truck, Nor’ Easter Pizza, featured pies like “Hurricane Bob”, which helped bring the oceanside theme to life.

Based in Boston and Cape Cod. Will travel nationally.

Cherry Blossom Weddings and Events was founded by Alexandra Pare to offer comprehensive planning services that focus on every little personal detail that makes a wedding memorable — and that’s exactly what the team has been doing for 15+ years. We appreciate how the team’s prior experience in catering, venue management, corporate events, and hospitality has prepared them to create thoughtful, seamless events.

Clients have commended their professionalism and genuine care as well as their top-notch vendor recommendations. Don’t miss their work at this exquisite museum-set wedding.

Based in Washington, D.C. Will travel regionally.

Joe Rogers founded Boston-based Contagious Events, LLC to plan unique weddings for fun-loving couples. We love how their phase-based approach to wedding planning prevents overwhelm and ensures an enjoyable process. The team offers a range of custom services with flat-free pricing to make budgeting easy.

Clients have highlighted their creativity, collaborative nature, and ability to make the planning process seamless and enjoyable. This mountain wedding defines rustic elegance with expansive views followed by a reception in a dreamy, twinkle-lit barn.

Based in Boston. Will travel internationally.

EMRG Media, founded by Erica Maurer, is a premier event planning company known for their extensive network and industry expertise. They specialize in corporate events, social gatherings, and weddings, offering services including venue selection, event production, and marketing. They have received client raves for their professionalism and ability to execute high-profile events successfully.

The team utilized every opportunity to create brand moments through projections, lighting, sounds, custom tabletops, vinyls and a photo booth build-out for this sporting event.

Based in New York. Will travel nationally.

Talk about full-service—Hollywood POP Gallery, helmed by 2nd generation CEO and director of special events Brett Galley—offers luxury wedding and event planning, design, and destination services. Additionally they can handle entertainment bookings (including name talent). Their corporate and social event client list includes many top brands and celebrities. We appreciate the sheer volume and varied types of events they’ve expertly produced.

Clients love their artistic approach and attention to detail, which result in memorable and visually stunning events. See how lush greenery and florals, vibrant lighting and stage design, alongside custom branded interactive installations made this green gala unique.

Based in New York. Will travel internationally.

Jordana Marie, Founder of Jordana Marie Events, believes that every family, every couple, and every milestone deserves a celebration worthy of its unique history. Her team focuses on creating personal, detail-oriented events that reflect the unique style of each client.

We love how they combine top-notch organizational skills with innovative ideas, while clients have praised their ability to bring event concepts to life seamlessly. This fairytale wedding conjured a dreamy vision with tree, branch, and floral installations paired with inspired lighting.

Based in New York. Will travel internationally

By taking on a limited number of clients each season, Katey Clark Creative founded by Katey Clark, ensures personalized attention, expert guidance, and meticulous planning for every celebration. Clients have noted their creative approach and dedication to executing events that are both beautiful and reflective of their clients’ personalities.

We are obsessed with not only the creativity of this “watermelon sugar”-themed wedding shower, but every luxurious detail. The gorgeously cohesive celebration mixed rich green palm prints with a spectrum of pink hued balloons and florals—and guests got to make their own flower arrangements to take home.

Based in Baltimore, Maryland. Will travel internationally.

Jennifer Kraft founded Kraft Events almost 30 years ago to offer full-service event planning for weddings, corporate events, and social gatherings. Now, clients rave about her team’s professionalism, meticulous planning, and ability to create seamless events. We appreciate the quality and depth of their relationship with fellow vendors, which helps hosts find their perfect team and ensure that every event runs smoothly.

See how the team used rich purple silk linen to bring added elegance to every spring floral-filled tabletop at this picturesque wedding.

Based in New York. Will travel internationally.

Leslie Mastin Events is a luxury event planning company based in New York City, founded by Leslie Mastin, after holding positions at prestigious New York properties including The St. Regis, The Mark, and Regent Wall Street. Clients note that her extensive network of industry contacts provide access to New York’s top venues and vendors, ensuring a seamless event experience.

We love the sophisticated and memorable events this team produces while tending to every little meaningful detail. Don’t miss how the team made use of a venue’s grand proportions for towering floral installations featuring cascading wisteria, orchids, and roses in enchanting shades of purple and pink for this dramatic wedding.

Based in New York. Will travel internationally.

Liven It Up Events offers comprehensive event planning services for weddings, corporate functions, and social events. We appreciate the full range of services the team offers, with arrangements that make sense for every type of event and need. Clients rave about their responsiveness, organizational skills, and ability to bring their event visions to fruition.

For this jungle-inspired gala, the team transformed a massive museum hall with towering gold palm centerpieces adorned with tropical blooms and ferns created a striking contrast against the iconic space’s classical architecture and resident dinosaur.

Based in Chicago, New York, and Los Angeles. Will travel nationally.

Melisa Brown founded LUX LIFESTYLE EVENTS while producing events during New York Fashion Week, which means she understands how to create a dramatic aesthetic. Her team is renowned for creating upscale and sexy ambiances for various occasions.

Clients commend their creativity, professionalism, and ability to deliver events that exceed expectations. We appreciate the team’s philosophy that the details at a luxury event only matter for the feelings they evoke. See what we mean at this Fluer De Luxe wedding with its riot of rich red roses against the striking black and gold design.

Based in Miami, Los Angeles, and Atlanta. Will travel internationally

Nick Gentile Events, founded by Nick Gentile, offers full event production, event planning, and wedding planning services. As you can see on their PartySlate profile, they’ve produced celebrations in many major cities and we are wowed by their versatility and adaptability. The team focuses on creating bespoke events that reflect the unique personalities of their clients, and those clients have praised their personalized approach.

Don’t miss this glamorous 70th birthday party that is the epitome of monochromatic chic, seamlessly blending modernity with classic elegance. The stunning ceiling installation of white and gold floral arrangements added an extra layer of opulence.

Based in Los Angeles. Will travel internationally.

Norma Cohen – Event Planner and Designer, founded by luminary Norma Cohen, is committed to luxury, sophistication, and elegance — and it has made them a sought-after name in high-end event planning. Clients have lauded her creativity, professionalism, and ability to create unforgettable experiences. We love how every event from this team creates spectacular drama and transforms spaces into breathtaking environments.

The team masterfully orchestrated this grand wedding in New York, creating an enchanting space adorned with lush greenery, cascading floral arrangements, and luxurious chandeliers.

Based in New York. Will travel internationally.

With over 40 years in the industry, Paulette Wolf Events has established themselves as a leader in producing high-profile events, including weddings, corporate functions, and social gatherings. Known for their innovative approach and meticulous planning, clients have praised their ability to deliver exceptional and memorable events. We love how they bring their heart and soul to every gathering.

This lavish wedding for 500 guests shows the depth of this team’s talent. With no seated dinner, guests explored multiple seating options while savoring gourmet delights. Tradition took a backseat to an unforgettable night of mingling, dancing, and indulgence.

Based in Chicago. Will travel internationally.

Salt & Sparrow specializes in crafting personalized and intimate events. They focus on storytelling through design, ensuring that each event reflects the unique narrative of their clients. They often incorporate natural elements and a minimalist aesthetic that resonate with authenticity. Clients appreciate their attention to detail, creativity, and personalized approach to event planning.

The team skillfully produced this radiant outdoor wedding amidst lush greenery and bathed in the warm glow of sunlight. We adore how the pops of burnt orange add personality, from the glassware and lounge areas to the wedding arch.

Based in Los Angeles. Will travel internationally.

Shannon Wellington Weddings is known for their fresh and modern approach to wedding planning. They emphasize creativity and personalized details, ensuring that each wedding is a true reflection of the couple’s personality and style. We love their collaborative process and how they pay attention to current trends to ensure that their clients have all of the latest insights. Clients have commended their creativity, organizational skills, and ability to bring unique visions to life.

In this transcendent wedding, Shannon Wellington Weddings curated an affair that radiated both elegance and enchantment, with cascading white florals artfully arranged to create a stunning visual narrative.

Based in Philadelphia. Will travel nationally.

Twin Perfections Event Planning and Designs offers a broad spectrum of services, including event planning, design, and opulent floral arrangements, catering to both weddings and corporate events. Their attention to detail and commitment to excellence have earned them a global reputation for creating outstanding luxury weddings.

We love how the team collaborates closely with clients to ensure that every aspect of their vision is realized, regardless of the event’s size. Clients consistently praise Twin Perfections for their exceptional service and how they make each client feel like family. Don’t miss this lavish, romantic vow renewal from the team. It’s a vision in blue the likes of which we’ve never seen before.

Based in Los Angeles and San Francisco. Will travel internationally.