So you have an event that you want to put together but you have no idea where to begin…Your life is hectic. Sometimes it’s hard to get through to lunch and still remember what you had for breakfast. And in most cases, a statement like “there are 24 usable hours in everyday…” seems like an understatement.

For those of you who are nodding your head right now, could you imagine freeing up the 250 hours it takes to plan a event from scratch? Add about 10 more if you live in a metropolitan area where there are hundreds of vendors to choose from.

Event architects used to be thought of as a luxury item of the “shi-shi” folk, but now it’s thought of as the much needed entourage to your special day. Why? Event Architects can save you money, take care of an emergency without stress, and be the much needed voice for any issues that might come up during the planning process.

Still not sure if you need one? We get it. So we’ve created a questionaire to help you make your decision. We’ve even made it nice and simple: If you answered yes to four or more of the questions, then a wedding planner might be in the cards.

Here we go:
1. Do you work more than 35 hours a week?
2. Are your weekends packed with extra-curricular activities, sports, work-related events, and family celebrations?
3. Do you have a strict event budget to adhere to?
4. Do you have many traditions that you may need to blend?
5. Do you want to find a unique way to stage your event?
6. Do you want access to high quality, affordable vendors in your area?
7. Do you want to have someone around who will stifle any disagreements between family and friends during your engagement period?
8. Do you need someone to help you with negotiations and contracts?
9. Do you want to enjoy your event day and not have to worry about every little mixup along the way?

Remember, hiring an Event Architect doesn’t mean you lose all rights to planning your event. It’s still your special day, and any qualified event architect will make sure your event is still the main focus throughout the planning process. Even if you wanted to plan your event yourself, there are always options to have someone around for the week of or event day so that emergencies can be dealt with and you can have the much needed calm and solice to enjoy the day you worked so hard to plan.

If you have any questions, about what a Event Architect can do for you, ask! There’s no harm and most consultants will even meet you for a free consultation to make sure you’re the perfect match. So it’s risk-free! If you’re interested in a free consultation with Talen Events, email us today at inquiry@talenevents.com

Be sure to check out our next article on what to expect from your Event Architect!

Until next time, happy planning!

Amalia Ward
Event Architect

Upon arriving at each of the tradeshows I was met with so many stimulants to my sense that I got a little confused and was unable to focus. There was so much going on that I had to take a moment to get my bearings. Each of these trade shows had an amazing customer experience. From the moment you entered you greeted and given directions on where to go. As I observed there were two kinds of brides. The organized and the excited bride and their experiences and movements were interesting to watch. The organized bride knew exactly which vendors she wanted to see and where they were located and did not get swayed by all the other vendors trying to capture their attention. The organized bride may only have had one or two people with her and moved at a rapid pace through the show. The excited bride was speaking with every single vendor and was taken in by all the specials and deals that were being put in front of them, I even heard one of the many excited brides I saw remark from her friend “you don’t even have a date yet, how can you be signing up for any services?” bride’s response “we wil figure it out”

Attending a tradeshow without a plan can leave you with an overwhelming sensation of not knowing how or when you are able to plan your wedding. I came home with two full bags of information, free samples and not even knowing where to begin in sorting through all the “stuff” I received.

So how can the excited bride become the organized bride? Here are a few tips:

1. Take some time to enjoy your excitement of getting married; there is no rule that says that as soon as you get engaged you must begin planning your event.

2. Start creating a vision for your wedding; this will give you a focal point for your wedding, so that as you begin to source vendors you can stay on track with the look and feel of your wedding. It is really good to keep it in the form of a board that you can add or remove images from.

3. Have a plan as to what you are looking for when you attend a tradeshow; you must remember that for all the vendors who are showcasing at the show this is there way to acquire business. So they will be giving you as many specials and deals to have you hire them for your wedding.

4. Use the tradeshow as a space to be inspired and get ideas, if you see something that a vendor is offering and feel that it will fit the vision of your wedding; get the vendors card and contact them afterwards.

5. Try not signing any contracts at tradeshow; it is important that you have the proper time to review the contract that you are considering signing. Ask to set up another meeting to go over the contract and what services you are specifically hiring the vendor to provide.

Until Next time, happy planning!

Amalia Ward
Event Architect

There is so much going on in the world that we have so many ideas and trends we would like to share with you and we can’t wait!

As always there so many ways that you can reach us to see what we are up to and find inspiration of your own.  You can view our website at www.talenevents.ca; follow us on twitter @talenevents; check out our facebook page or sign up for our e-newsletter.

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Until next time, happy planning!

Amalia Ward,
Event Architect, Talen Events

 1. Is the officiant available on your wedding date?

 2. If you don’t have a site, can the officiant suggest one or provide a courthouse or meeting room?

 3. Can the officiant travel to your chosen wedding site?

 4. How long has the officiant been performing weddings?

 5. Why does the officiant perform weddings?

 6. Does the officiant charge a standard fee?

 7. Does the officiant have sample wording or ceremonies or readings to show you?

 8. Will the officiant allow you to play an active role in the planning of your ceremony?

 9. Can you include some religious aspects if you choose to?

10. Is the officiant available for the ceremony rehearsal?

11. Does the officiant make you comfortable

12. Does the officiant seem genuinely interested in you as a couple?

These 12 questions will help guide you as you work through trying to plan your ceremony and ensure that you have the right officiant for you as a couple.

Until Next Time, Happy Planning

Amalia Ward