Vendor Spotlight - Diana Ma Weddings & Events

Whether you are looking for a coordinator for the day of your wedding or someone to plan out your entire day, Diana Ma has the style and talent to customize an unforgettable experience. Check out Diana Ma in today's Vendor Spotlight!

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Diana Ma Weddings & Events
Wedding Planner and Designer: Diana Ma
Phone: 617.529.2512
Website: www.dianamaweddings.com
myKPW State and Budget: New Hampshire under $25k and $25-50k


Number of Years in Business: Diana Ma Weddings & Events launched in June 2009, but I have been planning weddings and parties for friends and family for as long as I can remember. I have also had more than 7 years experience in marketing management and consumer package goods.

Preferred Wedding Locations: I personally love outdoor tented weddings because it is like working with a blank canvas. Every bit of the wedding is completely customized - from walls to ceilings to lighting. I also love the relaxed, semi-casual atmosphere that comes with every outdoor event.

Pricing Information: Full-scale packages start at $3,000 while day-of packages start at $1,500. My first concern is assessing how I can best help each situation and will work with clients on shoe-string budgets.

What makes me stand out in what I do? My goal for each and every one of my clients is to not only enjoy the planning process but to be on cloud 9 come time for the wedding. I do all that I can to shield burdens and problems from my clients - opting first to resolve them with my team and vendors - so that we can move on to make it a stellar celebration! It's such a gorgeous time for brides & grooms as well as for guests. We want everyone to really soak in the beauty of the day and celebrate in the marvelous miracle that is happening before them! We go out of our way to tend to the details, making sure guests are happy and comfortable.

What's the favorite part of my work? Wedding planners take customer service to a whole other stratosphere! There is nothing I love more than to see my clients beaming and happy! When I see that dreamy look in their eyes, I know I have done what they've commissioned me to do. And there is not one thing that can beat that feeling!

What do I like to do in my spare time: I love catching up with the love of my life, Ken and his amazing, highly spirited sons, Tucker and Max. We spend a lot of time hanging out together, going to their sporting events and making each other laugh! I love trying out new recipes for my boys - dinnertime has been deemed really sacred at our house.

What charity am I supporting and why? American Cancer Society - I would really like to see our brilliant cancer researchers find a cure for this disease once and for all. As I get older, more and more of my friends and loved ones have succumbed to cancer. It's humbling and has made me realize how short life can be. Everyone should be spending their time doing what they love and being happy!

images above by Justin Munroe Photography

Vendor Spotlight - So Chic Events

Whether you are looking for a full service planner, wedding day coordination or invitations and custom designs, these are among the many services that So Chic Events offers bride to create that dream wedding. Check out Shelby from So Chic Events in today's Vendor Spotlight!

So Chic Events
Planner: Shelby O'Connell
Location: Mendon, Massachusetts
Phone: 508.478.2309
Website: www.sochicevents.com
Blog: www.sochicevents.blogspot.com

Number of Years in Business: It was 3 years in June.

Preferred Wedding Locations: I can't really say that I have preferred locations as I really love working at different places -- it just makes it more fun to me. But, that being said, I love locations that are different, either an offbeat venue or one with great architecture. They just add so much character to the day. I also like locations that are especially meaningful to the couple, it makes the day as a whole much more special, especially when they share with their guests the reason for choosing it.

Pricing Information: I have packages that range anywhere from $120 for 2 hours of consulting to $4,000+ for full service planning. Because every client is different and may not need all the services I offer under a specific package, I am happy to customize a package tailored to their individual needs and budget.

What makes me stand out in my industry? Well I can only speak for myself but when a client hires me I give them the attention they deserve. I make it a point to be available pretty much whenever they need me. Having 2 little boys I find myself often working late after they're in bed and it's not rare for me to respond to an email at 1:00 AM. So when they think of something late at night and email me, it's often that they hear back from me before morning! They know they can reach me at my office or email and if they need me right away they have my cell phone. I don't mind helping them with little things like assembling favors or invitations, my job is to make their engagement enjoyable and the planning process easier. In addition to that I love the creative aspect surrounding my job. I have a keen eye for detail and honestly believe even the smallest detail matters. Often times it's the littlest ones that pull it all together. My ultimate goal is to help them personalize their day and make it unique.

What do I like to do in my spare time? Although spare time is rather rare, when I have it I love to spend time with family and friends, riding my Harley, skiing, reading a great book, being silly with my boys or doing anything crafty.

What charity am I supporting and why? I chose to support the American Cancer Society because unfortunately it has touched my life from several angles. I've known several people of all ages who have battled cancer, some who've lost the battle. It's a frightening thing because it doesn't discriminate, it can attack anyone, young or old. On a very personal level, my father is currently battling it for the 3rd time. Being a "daddy's girl" he has always been my rock and to see him remain strong through something like this just makes me admire him more. He's the strongest man I know and he's never stopped fighting. He's always put his family first, he's truly an amazing man and would do almost anything for anyone. I couldn't ask for a better dad. I hope someday they'll find a cure not just for him but for anyone that has had to go through it.

Vendor Spotlight: Maine Seasons Events

Whether your wedding needs full coordination with unique and customized designing, or just some advice and direction, Maine Seasons Events will help you achieve your dream wedding!

image by Brea McDonald Photography


Company: Maine Seasons Events
Wedding Coordinator: Meagan Gilpatrick
Phone: 207.729.2308
Website: http://www.maineseasonsevents.com/

Number of Years in Business: I have been designing and coordinating weddings for 10 years, and officially launched Maine Seasons Events in 2006.

Preferred Wedding Locations: Private residences, barns, outdoor tented weddings at meaningful locations to the bride and groom, unique and usually unseen locations

Pricing Information: Our services range from hourly consultation starting at $60 an hour, to full event design and management, starting at $3,500. My goal is to customize our services to meet the unique needs of each client, and many times, those needs are a combination of services, and I want our clients to have a choice.

What makes me stand out in my industry? My specialty is in personal, creative and customized service. I strive to get to know my clients and listen to their vision and create unique and interesting ways to make their event vision come to life, coupled with professional and experienced logistical and design advice.

What do I like to do in my spare time? There are things I do in my "pretend" spare time, I really never have any spare time, it is always filled up! I make time for knitting, sewing, gardening, reading to my daughter, restoring a vintage camper with my husband.

What charity am I supporting and why? I have volunteered for the ADA Tour de Cure and feel that diabetes is a disease we need to educate about. I have a passion for animals, even my neighbors will grudgingly tell you that I peacefully allow our resident ground hogs to eat my prized flowers! I feel that there needs to be more awareness about animal cruelty, that it is unacceptable in any form. All 3 of my pampered (okay, spoiled) cats came from animal shelters, or were strays. I support the ASPCA so that more people will be educated that animals are not disposable, and for animals in shelters to be adopted into caring and responsible homes. Cancer is a disease that affects so many people, almost everyone I meet or talk with knows someone who is or has been affected by this disease. I have faced my own battle with cancer and want to help fund research so that this disease can someday be a thing of the past.

image by Sharyn Peavey Photography

image by Sharyn Peavey Photography

image by Sharyn Peavey Photography

image by Sharyn Peavey Photography