THE KATE BENNETT DESIGN CO.
THE KATE BENNETT DESIGN CO. | OAHU, HAWAII | (808) 417.6188 | [email protected]
Table of Contents:
About The Kate Bennett Design Co. ……………………………...... ….... 3
Welcome ………………………………………………………...... ……..... 4
Day Of Service Contract ……………………………………………...... 5 – 6
Wedding Packages ………………………...... ………………...... ….… 7 – 10
Additional Event Packages / A La Carte ………………………...... 11 - 12
Marriage License Information ………………………...... …………..… 13 – 14
Civil Union Information ………………………...... ………………...…. 15 – 17
Event Consultation Questionnaire ………………………...... …….….… 18 – 19
Duties and Responsibilities Checklist ………………………...... …...... 20 – 28
Preferred Vendors …………………...... ……...... ………………....…. 29
Summary of Business ………………………...... ………………....…. 30 – 31
About The Kate Bennett Design Co.
Founded in 2010, The Kate Bennett Design Co. is an Oahu, Hawaii, full service event planning company that provides complete consulting services for weddings, as well as private and corporate events. Kate Bennett has been in the wedding industry for roughly ten years. She holds a Bachelor’s of Science in Marketing with a focus on Event Planning and has recently become certified as a Wedding and Event Planner from the Lovegevity Wedding Planning Institute. She intends to continue her education to become a Master Planner in the near future. Kate is a vibrant, full-of-life, planner that absolutely loves making her clients dreams come true. Her keen attention to detail insures that her clients have the perfect day.
The Kate Bennett Design Co. junior consultants, Samantha Hobbs and Charlotte York, are certified, experienced, and dedicated professionals with many years of event planning experience. The Kate Bennett Design Co. is unique in that we give our clients our undivided consideration. We listen to our clients’ needs and assist them to create the event of their dreams. Our team strives on excellence and providing creative and tasteful designs that are timeless. The Kate Bennett Design Co. services include weddings, private events, corporate events, budget planning, answers to etiquette questions, as well as full-service referrals to various vendors including, venues, florists, hair stylists, entertainers, musicians, bakeries, etc.
The Kate Bennett Design Co. believes every great event begins with organized details, a unique approach, and an extraordinary execution. Our mission is to make every event delightfully unique through creative vision, beautiful artistry, and impeccable service.
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THE KATE BENNETT DESIGN CO. | OAHU, HAWAII | (808) 417.6188 | [email protected]
Welcome
Congratulations on your engagement and upcoming wedding! What an exciting time for you and your families as you plan one of the most anticipated events of your lives.
At The Kate Bennett Design Co., it is our goal to help you create the wedding day that you have dreamt of for countless years. We specialize in planning weddings for busy brides with little or no time. We are familiar with assisting with destination wedding details as well for our Mainland consumers. A wedding planner is the most efficient way to ensure all the details are handled without you being in Hawaii to do it yourself.
We pride ourselves in planning spectacular weddings on any budget and providing you with the highest level of service. Your wedding is a special occasion, which you will remember for years to come. Our pledge to you is service personalized to your needs, leaving no details unattended.
The Kate Bennett Design Co. has built relationships with many different types of vendors in the area to ensure quality and selection. We will guide you through the planning process by allocating various vendors to meet your requests. We work hard planning weddings so brides do not have to. After all, Hawaii is the number one destination wedding location, providing a beautiful yet peaceful backdrop for couples everywhere.
The next few months of your life are sure to be filled with much excitement and anticipation. When the big day finally does arrive, you want to know that all the careful planning you have put into your wedding will be enjoyed and appreciated by your guests. The consultants at The Kate Bennett Design Co. will make that happen for you. It is our goal to make your day personal, unique, and special; you are only limits are your imagination.
Thank you so much for considering The Kate Bennett Design Co. for your special day. I look forward to making your day one your will never forget. If you have any questions, please feel free to give me a call or send me an e-mail. I wish you all the love and happiness for many years to come!
Warmest Regards, Kate Bennett
The Kate Bennett Design Co. Oahu, Hawaii (808) 417.6188 [email protected] http://www.thekatebennettdesignco.com
THE KATE BENNETT DESIGN CO. | OAHU, HAWAII | (808) 417.6188 | [email protected]
DAY OF SERVICE CONTRACT
Dear [Bride and Groom],
This letter follows our meeting on [Month, Day, Year], during which we discussed your wedding, and my professional role in helping you plan it. It is my understanding that, you will retain me as a Professional Wedding Consultant and Wedding Day Coordinator for your wedding scheduled on [Wedding Date].
Description of Services:
As Wedding Day Coordinator, my duties include:
Visit to both ceremony and reception sites prior to wedding 3 consultations with client via telephone/email Development of a detailed wedding timeline and floor plan for contracted vendors and bridal party Follow up telephone calls to all contracted vendors 1 to 2 weeks before wedding day Wedding Rehearsal Supervision (3 hours maximum) On-site coordination and supervision at the ceremony site and during the reception for up to 8 hours on the day of your wedding An additional event manager, on site, the day of the wedding
Please note that the services listed above do not include running any wedding related errands such as picking up or delivering attire, supplies or equipment, documents, etc. As the client, you will rely on me to work as many hours as may be reasonably necessary to fulfill my obligations under this agreement.
Pricing:
Wedding Day Coordinator Service Package - $575
Changes/Cancellations
Any changes made to this service contract must be made in writing and signed by all parties. You may cancel this agreement, in writing, for any reason. If the wedding is canceled, refunds are limited to unearned fees, funds in excess of unused or non-refundable fees and out-of-pocket expenses. If you cancel less than 30 days before the wedding – except for the death of a member of your immediate family – there will be no refund. If the wedding is not canceled, there will be no refund.
Acts of God
If an act of God, such as a fire, flood, earthquake, or other natural calamity shall cause you to cancel your wedding; I will require payment only for the time actually spent planning your wedding.
Fees & Payment Schedule:
For “Day Of” services, the client will pay the wedding day coordinator a total of $575.00.
Payment will be made as follows:
A non-refundable retainer in the amount of $125.00_ due upon signature of service contract.
$225.00_ due on ______(Date) (thirty days prior to wedding date)
$225.00_ due on ______(Date) (ten days prior to wedding date)
Term/Termination:
This agreement will terminate automatically upon completion of the services required by this service contract
Conditions: I understand that my role will be that of advisor and coordinator. The client will make the actual selections of service providers and I will implement those selections.
The client will make payments directly to the service providers/vendors and not to me. I do not accept any commissions from recommended vendors and cannot guarantee any service provider’s performance or product. If litigation occurs, it occurs in the jurisdiction where my office is located and the winning party will be reimbursed for attorney and legal fees and court costs.
It is your responsibility to provide me with contact names, telephone numbers, and any scheduled timetables for all service providers involved in the wedding ceremony/ reception no later than 14 days prior to the wedding or upon the signing of this service contract.
It is also your responsibility to notify me of any changes in a timely manner. I shall not be held liable for any changes made by you or your selected service providers.
I will use my professional judgment when taking action concerning changes, weather, tardiness, nonperformance, etc. based on the situation, time limitations, and/or your wishes.
In the event a venue coordinator is on site, I will work with you and the coordinator as needed. If your understanding parallels mine, please sign one copy of this letter and return it to me along with your payment in the amount of $125.00.
I wish you all the happiness in the world and look forward to working with you to make your wedding the most enjoyable and memorable day of your life.
Sincerely,
Kate Bennett
Wedding Planner’s signature ______
Accepted:
Bride’s signature ______Groom’s signature ______Date: ______
THE KATE BENNETT DESIGN CO. | OAHU, HAWAII | (808) 417.6188 | [email protected]
Wedding Packages
Mini Planner Package:
The Mini Planner Package is intended for the couple 4 to 6 weeks prior to their event, who have planned their wedding, but desire the assistance of a professional coordinator to execute their special day. The Mini Planner Package covers the responsibilities of managing the wedding, while executing the intended plan flawlessly. This includes a preliminary consultation, wedding design advice, vendor supervision and onsite rehearsal dinner and wedding day coordination. The Mini Planner Package includes the following:
Wedding Day Blueprint:
Initial Event Timeline Development Meeting Develop, Update, and Manage Event Timeline Develop and Manage Wedding Day Checklist Develop and Manage Production Schedule (including vendor set-up and clean up) Final Event Timeline & Details Meeting
4 Face to Face Meetings with Wedding Coordinator Unlimited phone and email contact with Wedding Coordinator as needed Follow up telephone calls to all contracted vendors 1 to 2 weeks before wedding day Finalize payments for suppliers as required Schedule all suppliers for the Wedding Day Finalize styling and decorative aspects for Wedding Ceremony and Wedding Reception Development of a Wedding Day Schedule and distribution to all participants and suppliers Sourcing of last minute wedding suppliers and wedding products as required Wedding Rehearsal Supervision (3 hours maximum) On-site coordination and supervision at the ceremony site and during the reception for up to 8 hours on the day of your wedding
Starting Package Price: $1,000.00
Wedding Packages
Deluxe Planner Package:
The Deluxe Planner Package is intended for the couple who desires professional guidance throughout the entire planning process including venue selection, vendor selection, and signature event design. The Deluxe Planner Package includes the following:
Unlimited face to face meetings with the Wedding Coordinator as needed Unlimited e-mails and phone calls with the Wedding Coordinator as needed Assisting with Wedding Reception and Wedding Ceremony location options Sourcing of wedding suppliers, products, and services for all aspects pertaining to your wedding Coordination and Management of contracts, bookings, deposits for venues and suppliers Coordination and Management of all details relating to the Ceremony and Reception Organizing deposit payments to venues and suppliers as required Traditional etiquette advice Development of a Wedding Day Schedule and distribution to all participants and suppliers Creating a style as well as concept for a signature wedding including invitations, flowers, linens, centerpieces, lighting, lanterns, screens, lounges, etc. Table mock up for your consideration Detailed costing to keep track of the wedding budget (and updates as changes occur) Organizing of final payments to venue and suppliers Wedding Rehearsal Supervision (3 hours maximum) On-site coordination and supervision at the ceremony site and during the reception for up to 8 hours on the day of your wedding
Starting Package Price: $2,500.00
Wedding Packages
Platinum Planner Package:
The Platinum Planner Package is a comprehensive wedding package for the couple who desire personal assistance planning every detail of their signature wedding from concept to execution. This package is ideal for a busy couple who would like to leave their wedding in the hands of a professional. The Platinum Planner Package includes the following:
Unlimited face to face meetings with the Wedding Coordinator as needed Unlimited e-mails and phone calls with the Wedding Coordinator as needed Assisting with Wedding Reception and Wedding Ceremony location options Sourcing of wedding suppliers, products, and services for all aspects pertaining to your wedding Coordination and management of contracts, bookings, deposits for venues and suppliers Coordination and management of all details relating to the Ceremony and Reception Organizing deposit payments to venue and suppliers as required Traditional etiquette advice Development of a Wedding Day Schedule and distribution to all participants and suppliers Creating a style and concept for your wedding including invitations, flowers, linen, centerpieces, lighting, lanterns, screens, lounges, etc. Assistance with floor plans and Seating Arrangements Assistance with menu and cake selection and menu tasting Invitations and RSVP management Table mock up for your consideration Detailed costing to keep track of the wedding budget (and updates as changes occur) Organizing of final payments to venue and suppliers Wedding Rehearsal Supervision (3 hours maximum) Ensure gifts are taken by the allocated person or sent to hotel room On-site coordination and supervision at the ceremony site and during the reception for up to 10 hours on the day of your wedding
The Wedding Coordinator and Wedding Planner Assistant will ensure that:
The bridal party has refreshments during the preparations; The bridal party will arrive on time (or fashionably late!); The ceremony flowers are ready and setup; service booklets in place; musicians are ready and in place; Boutonnieres are pinned correctly for groom’s party; Prepare the bride and bridesmaids for the processional; Transfer bride’s luggage to hotel and check-in; Check on setup at the Reception and that suppliers are ready on time; Work with venue to meet and greet guests on arrival; Ensure bridal room is ready with refreshments; Liaise with MC or venue re seating of guests; Prep wedding party for their formal entry to the Reception; Prompt MC to announce wedding party; Liaise with MC, venue and speakers re speech announcements, cake cutting and first dance. Ensure that the venue transfers gifts and remaining wedding cake to hotel room or to an appropriate family member.
Starting Package Price: $3,500.00
Additional Event Packages
Engagement Party Package
One client meeting to discuss the event. Assist with venue location. Ordering of Invitations Assembling and mailing of Invitations, Save-the-Dates, and Thank You cards Guest list and RSVP tracking One venue walk-through (to discuss layout and placement) Customized time-line for event and vendors. Direction of day events for up to 8 hours. Ensure proper set up on event day. Manage vendor setup and breakdown and confirm that all items and services contracted for are correct. Budget Assistance, payment reminders and payment schedules. Guidance on event details (favor ideas, food and beverage choices, etc.) Vendor referrals and venue selection assistance Direct point of contact for all vendors Maintenance of vendor information (contracts, timelines, confirmations, etc.) Assistance with special event toasts.
Starting Cost of Package: $500.00
Bridal Shower Package:
One client meeting to discuss the event. Ordering of Invitations Assembling and mailing of Invitations, Save-the-Dates, and Thank You cards Guest list and RSVP tracking Assist with venue location. One venue walk-through (to discuss layout and placement) Customized time-line for event and vendors. Direction of day events for up to 8 hours. Ensure proper set up on event day. Manage vendor setup and breakdown and confirm that all items and services contracted for are correct. Assist with bridal shower favors. Budget Assistance, payment reminders and payment schedules. Guidance on event details (favor ideas, food and beverage choices, etc.) Vendor referrals and venue selection assistance Direct point of contact for all vendors Maintenance of vendor information (contracts, timelines, confirmations, etc.) Starting Cost of Package: $500.00
Bachelorette Party Package
One client meeting to discuss the event. Ordering of Invitations Assembling and mailing of Invitations, Save-the-Dates, and Thank You cards Guest list and RSVP tracking Assist with Bachelorette Party Location. Secure transportation for Bachelorette Party. Assist with welcome party packages for guests. Customized time-line for event. Direction of day events for up to 8 hours. Ensure proper set up on event day. Budget Assistance, payment reminders and payment schedules. Guidance on event details (favor ideas, food and beverage choices, etc.) Vendor referrals and hotel selection assistance Direct point of contact for all vendors Maintenance of vendor information (contracts, timelines, confirmations, etc.) Assist with activities for Bachelorette Party.
Starting Cost of Package: $500.00
A La Carte Options
Vendor & Venue Referrals Creation & Maintenance of Personalized Wedding Website Assistance with Invitations, Programs, Save the Dates, & Other Print Design Custom Calligraphy Menu Cards & Escort Cards (Handwritten or Graphic Design) Design and Assembly of Children's Activity Packs Addressing & Sending Out Invitations Event Design Consultations Spread Sheets for Budget, Guest Lists, VIP Photography & Vendor Contact Wedding Week & Wedding Day Itineraries Wedding Ceremony and Reception Floor Plans & Seating Charts Floral/Table Décor Consultations Candy Buffet and Dessert Table Rehearsal/ Rehearsal Dinner Coordination Arranging Caterer Tastings or Cake Tastings Arranging Fittings & Alterations Help with Crafting and DIY Décor Hourly Consultations- Creative/Unique Ideas and Brainstorming Sessions Set Up/Tear Down of Ceremony and/or Reception RSVP and Guest List Management Photography of Bridal Shower, Bachelorette Parties, Rehearsal, etc.
Minimum A La Carte Order of $250 Applies (Except When Added to a Planning, Coordination or Event Design Package)
Marriage License Information
For any person to lawfully marry in the State of Hawaii, a license for that purpose must be obtained from an authorized agent. Once the license has been issued, there is no waiting period before the marriage can take place.
A marriage license and marriage certificate are different documents. The marriage license permits a marriage to take place. The marriage certificate indicates that a legal marriage has been performed.
The marriage certificate is prepared and filed by your licensed marriage officiant or performer with the Department of Health. A newly married couple receives one (1) certified copy of the marriage certificate at no extra charge, upon payment of the marriage license fee, which will be sent to the couple by mail (60-120 days) after the marriage has been performed. If a marriage certificate is needed sooner than this, you can apply for one or more additional certified copies.
Marriage performers must be duly licensed by and in the State of Hawaii to perform the marriage ceremony. If desired, you may request the marriage performer to present his/her license for your inspection.
Getting Marriage License Information by Telephone : Information on marriage licenses may be obtained via the telephone system, any day or any time, by calling (808) 586-4545.
Who is Eligible to Apply for a Marriage License:
There are no state residence or U.S. citizenship requirements. Blood tests are not required. The legal age to marry is 18 years for both applicants. Applicants of 16 or 17 years of age who wish to marry require the written consent of both parents, legal guardian, or the family court. The parents or legal guardian do not have to be residents of the state. Consent forms may be obtained from a marriage license agent. Applicants of 15 years of age who wish to marry require the written consent of both parents or legal guardian, and the written approval of a judge of the family court. The parents or legal guardian do not have to be residents of the state. Consent forms may be obtained from a marriage license agent. Proof of age is required. A certified copy of a birth certificate must be presented for anyone 18 years of age or under. A valid I.D. or driver’s license may be presented for anyone 19 years of age or over. If previously married, proof of original divorce decree or death certificate needs to be presented to the marriage agent by the applicant if the divorce or death was final within 30 days of applying for a marriage license. Cousins may marry. However, the blood relationship between the prospective applicants cannot be closer than first cousins.
How to Apply for a Marriage License
The prospective applicants must appear together in person before a marriage license agent to apply for a marriage license. Proxies are not allowed.
The prospective applicants should be prepared to provide the necessary proof of age and present any required written consents and approvals. All of the necessary documents should be obtained prior to applying for a marriage license.
The prospective applicants must prepare an official application and file the application in person with the marriage license agent. The application may be completed online (see website below). The application will not be accepted if sent by either postal mail or e-mail.
Upon approval, a marriage license is issued at the time the application is made.
License Fees:
The marriage license fee is $60.00 (plus $5.00 portal administrative cost). The fee may be paid online or in- person at the time the application is submitted to a marriage license agent.
The marriage license is good only in, but is valid throughout, the State of Hawaii.
The marriage license expires 30 days from and including the date of issuance, after which it automatically becomes null and void.
To apply online for marriage: https://marriage.ehawaii.gov
Where to Apply for a Marriage License:
In Honolulu – Room 101 (1st floor) of the Health Department Building, 1250 Punchbowl St. (corner of Beretania and Punchbowl Streets) Monday through Friday (excluding holidays), 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
List of License Agents: http://health.hawaii.gov/vitalrecords/license-agents/
For more information about civil union/marriage agents on Oahu – call (808) 586-4544
For more information about civil union/marriage agents on the neighbor islands – call the local office of the Department of Health:
Hawaii (Big Island): (808) 974-6008
Kauai: (808) 241-3498
Maui: (808) 984-8210
Molokai: (808) 553-7870
Civil Union Information
Who will be eligible to apply for a civil union? Residency: There will be no state residence or U.S. citizenship requirements. Blood Tests: Blood tests will not be required. Age: The legal age to enter a civil union will be 18 years or older for both males and females.
Civil Union/Domestic Partnership: The new law establishes all unions entered into in other jurisdictions between two individuals not recognized under Hawaii’s marriage law shall be recognized as civil unions beginning January 1, 2012, provided that the relationship meets the eligibility requirement of Hawaii’s civil unions chapter, has been entered into in accordance with the laws of that jurisdiction, and can be documented. Those already in a domestic partnership or civil union in other jurisdictions who want to enter a civil union (either with another person than they are united to in the other jurisdiction or in a ceremony conducted by a Hawaii civil union performer) must first terminate the domestic partnership or civil union.
Marital Status: If previously married, proof of termination of that marriage must be presented to the civil union agent by the applicant if the divorce or death was final within 30 days of applying for a civil union license. Proof consists of a certified original divorce decree or a certified death certificate. Other credible proof of termination may be accepted at the discretion of the DOH. NO FAXES ARE ACCEPTED.
Blood Relationship: A civil union shall not be entered into and shall be void between the following persons: parent and child, grandparent and grandchild, two siblings, aunt and nephew, aunt and niece, uncle and nephew, uncle and niece, and persons who stand in relation to each other as ancestor and descendant of any degree whatsoever.
Where can I obtain my civil union license and where can I have my ceremony performed?
You may obtain your civil union license from an agent authorized by the department to issue civil union licenses. Agents are located in each judicial circuit in the state. Once you have obtained your license you can have your civil union ceremony anywhere in the state, subject to applicable property usage limitations.
Who will be eligible to perform or officiate a legal civil union ceremony?
A civil union shall become valid ONLY UPON COMPLETION of solemnization by a person LICENSED BY THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH IN ACCORDANCE WITH section 572B-4, Hawaii Revised Statutes. Couples are advised to verify that the person who will be performing their civil union ceremony is licensed. Couples are advised to ask to see the solemnizer’s license before attempting to solemnize their union.
What are the steps for getting a civil union?
There is a three-step process: First, you must apply for a civil union license. The license permits a civil union to take place. Second, you and your partner must appear in-person before a civil union agent to receive your license. Third, once you receive your civil union license, your legal civil union must be performed by a licensed civil union performer or officiant.
How do I receive a civil union license?
First, a civil union application must be completed. The application may be completed and printed online. The civil license application form is available in PDF format (see link below).
Both prospective partners in the civil union must appear together in person before a civil union agent to submit their official civil union application for a civil union license. Proxies are not allowed.
Applications will not be accepted if sent by either postal mail or e-mail.
The prospective partners may only obtain a civil union license from an agent in the county in which the civil union is to be solemnized or in which either prospective partner resides.
The prospective partners should be prepared to provide the civil union agent with the necessary proof of identification and age and present any required written consents and approvals. All of the necessary documents should be obtained prior to applying for a civil union license and appearing before an agent. A valid government issued photo I.D. or driver’s license may be presented.
Upon approval, a civil union license will be issued at the time an application is made.
The civil union license is valid only in the State of Hawaii.
The civil union license expires 30 days after (and including) the date of issuance, after which it automatically becomes void.
Civil Union License Fee:
The civil union license fee is $60.00 (plus $5.00 portal administrative cost). The fee may be paid online or in-person at the time the application is submitted to a civil union license agent.
After receiving my civil union license what will be the next step for registering my civil union with the Department of Health (DOH)?
The Civil Union Law becomes effective January 1, 2012. Civil union ceremonies performed by a licensed officiant on or after January 1, 2012 will be registered by the DOH.
When you submit your application for your civil union license, your civil union agent will provide all the information you may need to complete the process for legally recognizing your civil union in Hawaii.
Once your civil union license has been issued, your ceremony may take place within 30 days of your license issuance or before the expiration date. You must have a civil union officiant licensed by the DOH perform your ceremony.
After completing the ceremony on or after January 1, 2012, the civil union officiant will record the event online with the DOH and, after DOH reviews and approves the information, your civil union will be registered.
Once the officiant enters the ceremony information into the system and it has been reviewed and accepted by DOH, a temporary on-line certificate of civil union will be available to you for a limited time period. When your on-line certificate is no longer available, you may request and obtain a certified copy of your certificate from the DOH by paying applicable fees
Who can answer my questions regarding benefits, entitlements, accommodations, civil rights, and/or equal opportunity?
The Department of Health does not provide legal advice on benefits or entitlements. For information regarding benefits or entitlements, consult with your legal counsel, employer, provider, or related government or private agencies that address these issues.
The Department of Health can provide certified copies of legal records to verify civil union status in Hawaii to those who are entitled to receive copies pursuant to state law. Certified copies of vital records are acceptable for legal and government transactions.
Additional Information:
Ceremonies performed at Honolulu Courthouse Acceptable Payments – CASH
Package One: $80.00 Weekday walk in Wedding ceremonies: (Monday-Friday) 12:00 p.m. -1:00 p.m. No appointment Necessary Due to size restrictions, we can NOT allow more than six guests for ceremonies in Wedding Room.
Package Two: $100.00 Weekday afternoon wedding ceremonies in our wedding room: (Monday-Friday) 5:45 p.m. Pre-paid appointment must be paid for 48 hrs. in advance
Package Three: $125.00 Weekend ceremonies in our wedding room: Saturdays Pre-paid by Wednesday the week of the Ceremony Pre-paid appointment must be paid for 48 hrs. in advance
Event Design Consultation Questionnaire
Personal Information:
Name (First) ______(Last) ______Name (First) ______(Last) ______Address: ______Cell Phone: ______Email: ______
About Your Event:
Type of Event: ______Venue: ______City: ______
Please Circle: (A) Indoor (B) Outdoor (C) Both (D) Rooftop (E) Beach
Date: ______Time: ______# of Guests: ______Theme: ______Color Scheme: ______
What is your Wedding Budget?
RANGES: □ Below $10,000 □ $10,000 - $15,000 □ $20,000 - $30,000 □ $30,000 - $40,000 □ Above $50,000
About Your Style:
Please circle a word(s) that best describes your style and/or the look you want for your event:
Romantic Traditional Contemporary Modern Eclectic Formal
Transitional Simple Soft Chic Sophisticated Semi-Formal Casual
Bold Dynamic Exotic Artsy Clean Classic
What specific questions do you have regarding your event? What do you wish to gain from your consultation? ______
List 2 options for dates and times you would like to schedule your consultation:
1) ______2)______
Please check which scenario that best explains you:
□ I know exactly what I want. □ I have an idea of what I want but am open to suggestions. □ I do not have any specific design in mind; please help me choose the best design.
Flower Selection: Flowers I have in mind are ______Flowers that you do not want ______Are you allergic to any flowers? ______If so which ones? ______
How did you hear about us? ______
Party Member: Best Man
□ Maintain role of leading groomsmen.
□ Keep groom calm and lend an ear when needed.
□ Plan and host the bachelor party.
□ Rent or purchase wedding attire for ceremony.
□ Deliver clergy payment.
□ Attend rehearsal and rehearsal dinner.
□ Keep track of wedding bands.
□ Deliver toast.
□ Hand-out tips for service providers.
□ Organize the return of any rented wedding attire for all men in the wedding.
NOTES: ______
Party Member: Maid of Honor
□ Maintain role of leading bridesmaids.
□ Reduce bride's overall stress.
□ Bridal shower and pre-wedding gatherings.
□ Records gifts received at showers as well as collecting all ribbons and bows for making the rehearsal bouquets.
□ Assists bride in choosing a bridal, bridesmaid dresses, and jewelry.
□ Purchase wedding attire for ceremony.
□ Assist with wedding favors and addressing invitations if necessary.
□ Help decorate the reception hall, if needed.
□ Attend rehearsal and rehearsal dinner.
□ Attend to gown and bouquet during ceremony.
□ Deliver toast.
NOTES: ______
Party Member: Bridesmaid
□ Assist bride with planning.
□ Plan and host bridal shower and bachelorette party.
□ Attend rehearsal and rehearsal dinner.
□ Lend an ear and comfort the bride when needed.
□ Purchase wedding attire for ceremony.
□ Help decorate the reception hall, if needed.
□ Walk down the aisle before the Maid of Honor, flower girl, and ring bearer.
□ Greet guests at wedding reception and interact.
NOTES: ______
Party Member: Groomsmen/Usher
□ Help plan and attend bachelor party.
□ Attend rehearsal and rehearsal dinner.
□ Escort guests to their seats during ceremony.
□ Escort bridesmaids during the ceremony.
□ Greet guests at wedding reception and interact.
□ Rent or purchase wedding attire for ceremony.
NOTES: ______
Party Member: Flower Girl
□ Attend rehearsal and rehearsal dinner.
□ Walk in front of the bride during the ceremony either carrying flowers or sprinkling flowers as she walks.
□ Parents are responsible for purchasing attire.
Party Member: Ring Bearer
□ Attend rehearsal and rehearsal dinner.
□ Carry wedding bands during ceremony either on a small pillow or in a box.
□ Parents are responsible for renting or purchasing attire.
NOTES: ______
Party Member: Mother of the Bride
□ Assist with bridal shower.
□ Assist couple with details of ceremony and reception.
□ Help prepare guest list.
□ Assist bride in the selection of wedding gown and accessories.
□ Attend bridal shower and rehearsal dinner.
□ If desired, can walk down the aisle with the bride.
□ Reception hostess.
□ Heart-felt toast, if desired.
□ Emotional support for the bride.
□ If necessary or desired, assist with the funding of the wedding.
□ Gather the gifts after the reception and hold for the couple until after the honeymoon.
NOTES: ______
Party Member: Father of the Bride
□ May assist with providing wedding funds.
□ Attend rehearsal and rehearsal dinner.
□ Walk daughter down the aisle.
□ Assist couple with finding a wedding site.
□ Provide a man-to-man talk with future son in law.
□ Father-daughter dance.
□ Heart-felt toast if desired.
□ Rent or purchase wedding attire for ceremony.
□ Last one to leave wedding reception.
NOTES: ______
Party Member: Mother of the Groom
□ Attend bridal shower and rehearsal dinner.
□ Escorted up aisle during prelude.
□ Mother-son dance.
□ Heart-felt toast if desired.
□ Purchase dress to compliment color scheme.
NOTES: ______
Party Member: Father of the Groom
□ With the addition of the mother of the groom, fund he rehearsal dinner.
□ Attend rehearsal and rehearsal dinner.
□ Address any service problems that arise during the wedding reception.
□ Heart-felt toast if desired.
□ Rent or purchase wedding attire for ceremony.
NOTES: ______Preferred Vendors
Lovely Bride American Cancer Society of Hawaii a. 182 Duane Street a. 2370 Nuuanu Avenue New York, New York 10003 Honolulu, Hawaii 96814 p. (212) 924.2050 p. (808) 595.7500
Celebrity Tuxedos Sun Tours & Travel a. 98-1810 Kamehameha Highway a. 98-1247 Kaahumanu Street Aiea, Hawaii 96701 Aiea, Hawaii 96814 p. (808) 487.4341 p. (808) 488.7676
Emi Ink Royal Star Hawaii a.1050 Ala Moana Boulevard a. 5 Sand Island Access Road # 121 Honolulu, Hawaii 96814 Honolulu, Hawaii 96814 p. (808) 227.1997 p. (808) 841.7827
Face Art Beauty a. 1436 Young Street Suite 306 Honolulu, Hawaii 96814 p. (808) 636.4761
Watanabe Floral a. 94866 Moloalo Street Waipahu, Hawaii 96797 p. (808) 676.0192
Studio X Photo booth a. 1311 Kapiolani Blvd #510 Honolulu, Hawaii 96814 p. (808) 597.8375
Ko Olina Four Seasons Hotel and Resort a. 92-1001 Olani Street Kapolei, Hawaii 96707 p. (808) 679.0079
Creations by You a. 1801 Liliha Street Honolulu, Hawaii 96814 p. (808) 536.5255
Mission Statement:
The Kate Bennett Design Co. believes every great event begins with organized details, a unique approach, and an extraordinary execution. Our mission is to make every event delightfully unique through creative vision, beautiful artistry, and impeccable service.
Executive Summary:
The Kate Bennett Design Co. is a full service event planning company that provides complete consulting services for weddings as well as private and corporate events. Our consultants are certified, experienced, and dedicated professionals with many years of event planning experience. The Kate Bennett Design Co. is unique in that we give our clients our undivided consideration. We listen to our clients’ needs and assist them to create the event of their dreams. Our team strives on excellence and providing creative and tasteful designs that are timeless. The Kate Bennett Design Co. services include weddings, private events, corporate events, budget planning, answers to etiquette questions, as well as full-service referrals to various vendors including, venues, florists, hair stylists, entertainers, musicians, bakeries, etc.
The corporate market for wedding and event planning remains steady and profitable. The Kate Bennett Design Co. intends to benefit from offering various à la carte event package plans to maximize earning potential. By increasing potential clients, the company anticipates to profit significantly. Additionally, even in times of economic downturn, couples will still get married and important life events will want to be celebrated; and where there is an important life event to be celebrated, there will still be a need for a professional to organize these events. In summary, the need for wedding as well as private and corporate event planning services rarely diminishes, it is a progressively increasing demand that The Kate Bennett Design Co. will capitalize on.
Products and Services:
The Kate Bennett Design Co. is a full-service wedding and event consultant group that provides the following services: event design, etiquette advice, event scheduling, discounted invitations and products, vendor confirmation, rehearsal attendance, supervision of both ceremony and reception setup and budget planning.
Marketing Analysis Summary:
Nearly $72 billion per year is spent on weddings. Therefore, professional wedding consultants are a commodity, not a calamity. The Kate Bennett Design Co. Event Consultants are full- service wedding and event consultants that offer a variety of services to our clients. We pride ourselves on being professional, creative, and courteous at all times and we offer a wide variety of planning packages to suit any event. As previously mentioned, weddings are a billion dollar industry, therefore, just about everyone we meet is a potential client. However, we mostly advertise to brides, grooms, and family members for weddings and private events and local businesses for corporate events.
Strategy and Implementation Summary:
The Kate Bennett Design Co. strategy is to provide our clients’ with a wide variety of services custom tailored to their individual needs. Thus, whether they require a complete package, or simply consulting on a particular service, we can provide assistance.
Our client base is predominately middle to upper-middle class individuals, couples or families, public and private organizations. We then look at the needs of these markets and cater to them. We make a promise to offer the same extraordinary results, every time, with every client.
Marketing to individuals will consist of promoting the idea of the consultants liberating the client from the task of handling the event. This also promotes the idea of giving the client extra time for family and friends, and the promise that the event perfect from start to finish. The Kate Bennett Design Co. marketing is predominantly by word of mouth, networking, or visual connection to large events such as bridal expos individuals have participated in or worked at.
Marketing to public or private organizations will consist of the idea of greater efficiency for the money and a professional event without error. Groups, especially large ones, do not wish to deal with problems that arise due to oversight on their part. With the guarantee of worry-free, error- free event available at a budget friendly cost, there appears to be no better choice.
Goal Summary:
The Kate Bennett Design Co. one-year goal is, to successfully plan 15+ weddings between the three consultants. During the initial year, The Kate Bennett Design Co. will be opening our storefront in Downtown Waikiki. We will market with local jewelry vendors to promote on island weddings and promote our business via social media and our business website. Our five- year goal is, to successfully plan 25+ weddings and begin assisting with corporate events within the local community to increase our network appeal. Our ten-year goal is to open a second storefront location on our neighboring island, Maui. In addition, we will take on a larger staff, increase our wedding and corporate event intake, and begin working on private events during our slower season.