My prayers were answered when we found Heidi, our wedding planner. I placed great emphasis on reviews when selecting vendors, and I recall being impressed by the exceptional feedback on her. Our wedding day consisted of a traditional cultural ceremony followed by a modern ceremony, with a three-hour break to prepare for the latter. Despite the lengthy day, Heidi, in my opinion, was the rock that held it all together, second only to God.
Several people advised me to hire a planner who shared our cultural background for better understanding, but after consulting with three other planners, I failed to find the right fit. However, Heidi's prompt response to messages and emails, as well as her professionalism, immediately grabbed my attention. Even though it was a challenging planning process, Heidi's positivity buoyed our spirits. Initially, I turned down her offers to help, fueled by trust issues, but her trustworthiness and competence quickly became apparent. She was always available to answer our queries, and her flexibility in working around my erratic work schedule was much appreciated.
Our wedding venue was over an hour's drive from home, and when I realized I had left my comfortable shoes at home, Heidi dashed to Walmart and back to get me a replacement, saving the day. She also saved our first dance from disaster with different safety pins and even surprised us with our favorite cake from an outside bakery. Her cultural competence and emotional intelligence shone through in how she handled difficult personalities while keeping me calm all through.
The key factor that differentiates Heidi is her genuine interest and passion for event planning, making her more of a partner than just another vendor. Not only is she affordable, but she will also help you save money. My family and friends still talk about how resourceful and helpful she was, and I'm incredibly grateful to Blanchard Special Events for making our big day a roaring success. To anyone seeking an exceptional wedding planner, your search ends with Heidi and Blanchard Special Events.
August 4, 2022