Phoenix, AZ 623.242.4442
I have been planning events for many years, since my oldest child was in middle school. I was the driving force behind a number of fundraisers, sporting events and carnivals. I was content to stay behind the scenes, bringing it all together and knowing that in the end, we had a successful event. Sweet I Do’s however, was a whole new adventure.
It all started and ended with a phone call, or, to be brutally honest, a series of phone calls. In 2009 I was a full-time corporate employee with a newborn son and a wedding to plan in two months. I lived with my phone in one ear and a bottle tucked up under my chin as I wrote down information from vendors. To keep my sanity, I developed a system of tracking information and bundling it all into useable segments. A system that has taken every event planning document, tip sheet, checklist and guideline and made it actually useful and relevant.
Even with my amazing system, translating the vision in my head into reality was a lot of work. And looking back, there were a number of moments that I did not feel like a bride. Why? I was so worried about all the details and had no one that I felt I could transfer my vision to, that I was doing it all.
Was it worth it? Yes, especially when I received a phone call from my venue coordinators. They were amazed at what I had created, especially the unique, themed candy buffet. They could not help but tell me how impressed they were that every little detail perfectly coordinated with all the rest to tell a story. And then came an offer and a strong suggestion, something I didn't see coming - an offer to be a preferred vendor and a suggestion that I seriously consider designing as a career change. This wasn't my friends and family telling me I had done something nice, but a venue wanting to recommend me, to their clients. 6 weeks later Sweet I Do's was official and I entered the world of weddings and events.
I have been there behind the scenes creating serenity from chaos. I have designed and coordinated events from birthday parties to state Winter Guard championships, wedding receptions to graduation ceremonies, baby showers to corporate outings. From initial planning to creation of the amazing vision, I’ve been there. What does this mean? I’ve seen it all and fixed most of it, and the best part, the client never knew it. That’s my secret, because I’ve been there and done that I know what it takes and have the resources to make sure that if there is anything that happens to go wrong, it gets fixed and you never know.
Okay, I’m ready. But, I do have a couple more questions before getting started…can I contact you to discuss this further?
Yes, of course. Just email me at brandy.blackford@sweetido.com or call me directly at 623-242-4442 and we’ll setup a complimentary get acquainted consultation to discuss where you are in your planning and see if I can help!
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