Elana

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owner & lead planner

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Listening to my clients share their vision for their perfect day tugs at my heartstrings. My journey into the world of weddings began when I pursued a degree in fashion design at the Illinois Institute of Art in Chicago back in 2000. It was there that I honed my passion for aesthetics, style, and design, which later became the Becoming a certified wedding planner has equipped me with invaluable skills. I've learned to anticipate potential challenges early in the planning process, meticulously review contracts to safeguard my clients' interests, find creative ways to save them money, and orchestrate weddings with the utmost precision.

In my role as a wedding planner, I am not just a coordinator; I am a curator of dreams. I strive to transform each couple's vision into a reality that surpasses their expectations, ensuring that their special day is a celebration of love, style, and lasting memories. cornerstone of my career.


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eeting couples at the pinnacle of their happiness is one of the most rewarding aspects of my profession. Witnessing the spark of anticipation in a bride's eyes as she envisions her dream wedding and the groom's unmistakable pride as he embarks on this new chapter of life fills me with profound joy.

Even with all our requests, our over extended budget which sometimes directly and indirectly affected her, and all the times we texted/called her on the weekend, she was extremely patient, straight forward, and worked with us every step of the way. Her professionalism is one thing, but her kindness is out of this world.

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At Elana Events, we hold a deep respect for all forms of love, irrespective of race, gender, or orientation.

Our commitment to our clients is unwavering, and we always act in their best interests, never prioritizing anything that solely benefits us.

We operate with transparent & integrity, we refraining from accepting commissions or finder's fees from vendors as Your satisfaction and trust are our top priorities.

We understand the importance of staying within your comfort zone financially and will never push you to spend beyond your means.

We value open and transparent communication, and we are here to listen to your ideas, address your concerns, answer your questions, and discuss any matters that are important to you.

Your privacy and confidentiality are of the utmost importance to us, and we treat your personal information with the utmost respect and discretion.

In our dedication to exceptional service, we commit to responding to our clients within 24 hours during our office hours, ensuring that you always receive timely and attentive support.






We maintain licenses and insurance for all of our business and our events



Code of ethics

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We hold ourselves to the highest standard of values when it comes to every event we have the privilege to be a part of. Drawing upon our experience, knowledge, and deep understanding of this industry, we have meticulously crafted a code of ethics that serves as the guiding principles by which we conduct our business. These values are the bedrock of our commitment to excellence in every aspect of our work.