Business Details
11 Years
experience
Your Trusted Wedding Planning Partner in San Jose, CA
Founded in 2015, AWE Planner has established itself as a trusted partner in creating unforgettable wedding experiences. Our team, led by founder Jenn Greel, brings over a decade of hands-on experience in event coordination, having successfully managed between 30 and 50 weddings annually. We specialize in seamless vendor coordination, venue design, and timeline management, leveraging deep relationships with Bay Area vendors across photography, catering, and specialty services. Our approach prioritizes personalized service, with face-to-face consultations and unlimited communication channels to ensure every client's vision is realized. We take pride in honoring diverse cultural traditionsfrom Indian and Chinese to Latin and Ghanaian weddingswhile maintaining a commitment to stress-free planning.Our expertise extends to negotiating vendor contracts, designing immersive event spaces, and providing comprehensive day-of coordination with dedicated assistants. With three customizable packages, we cater to couples at every stage of the planning process, from initial venue selection to final execution. Our track record of transforming client visions into reality has made us a preferred choice for couples seeking professional, reliable wedding planning services in the Bay Area.
Services
Start to Finish Planning
Vendor Coordination
Venue Design
Day of Coordination
Wedding Timelines
Details
- Year established: 2015
Highlights and features
- We coordinate 30-50 weddings annually with proven expertise
- Our team provides unlimited communication throughout the planning process
- We maintain relationships with 100+ Bay Area wedding vendors
- We specialize in multicultural wedding traditions across 5+ cultural backgrounds
- Our packages accommodate all planning stages from start to finish
Services
Start to Finish Planning
Our comprehensive wedding planning package covers every detail from initial concept to final execution. We assist with venue selection, vendor negotiations, timeline creation, and day-of coordination with dedicated staff. Couples receive unlimited consultations and access to our preferred vendor network, ensuring seamless execution of their vision.
Vendor Coordination
We handle all vendor communications and contract negotiations, leveraging our Bay Area network of photographers, caterers, and specialty providers. Our team ensures timely delivery of services while maintaining budget parameters, with proven expertise in managing complex vendor timelines and requirements.
Venue Design
We transform venues into personalized celebration spaces through customized decor planning. Our services include layout design, rental coordination, and implementation of thematic elements that reflect couples' unique stories, with experience in multicultural design traditions from five different cultural backgrounds.
Day of Coordination
Our team manages all logistics during the final 30 days leading up to the event. Services include timeline execution, vendor scheduling, and on-site problem resolution with dedicated assistants for every 75+ guests, ensuring smooth implementation of pre-planned details.
Wedding Timelines
We create detailed event timelines covering 12-18 months of planning, including rehearsal coordination and day-of schedules. Our timelines integrate vendor requirements, venue restrictions, and client preferences to ensure perfect timing throughout the celebration.
People
Jenn Greel
Founder & Lead Planner
Jenn Greel founded AWE Planner after years of organizing private events and weddings. She personally oversees each event, leveraging her expertise in vendor negotiation and timeline management to ensure flawless execution of client visions.
Questions
What wedding planning packages do you offer?
We offer three packages: Start to Finish Planning ($5,000+), A Little Bit of Help ($3,500+), and Month/Day of Coordination ($2,000+), each tailored to different planning needs.
How many weddings do you coordinate annually?
Our team coordinates between 30 and 50 weddings each year across the Bay Area.
Do you work with multicultural weddings?
Yes, we have experience with Indian, Chinese, Filipino, Latin, and Ghanaian wedding traditions, among others.
Can we use our own vendors?
While we provide a preferred vendor list, we can work with any qualified vendors you prefer to use.
How do you handle vendor contracts?
We assist with vendor selection and contract negotiations, but couples maintain direct contractual relationships with all service providers.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve the Bay Area, including San Jose, San Francisco, and Oakland metropolitan regions.
