Andrew has been the most supportive husband can ever ask for!! As you can see he also has a great sense of humor. Always Planned could not exist without his ability to “understand” when I have to work until 2am, have weddings, events and meetings most every weekend and especially that he understands my need to be plan most everything in our lives. 
About Andrew –
1. Where are you from/background? I am originally from Frankfort, KY but moved to Lexington after attending the University of Kentucky.
2. What is your favorite …. place to shop, food, drink, etc.? Food: just about anything, Drink: Kool-aid, Shop: uh, I don’t shop.
3. When did you start with Always Planned? Right about the time that Rayna said “Hey honey, what do you think about this idea…”
4. How did you meet Rayna? She took my breath away.
5. What is your specialty at events/weddings? Technically I’m the web designer, but I think I’ve also inherited the title of “muscle”.
6. Favorite part of weddings? The cake.
7. Most memorable wedding? Our own — couldn’t have been better.
8. Best part of Team AP? Everybody has a lot of fun putting together a great event.
9. Where do you fit in in the Future of AP? I might start hosting poker games for the grooms while the ladies go over the wedding plans.
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Your fabulous wedding would not be as fabulous if your caterer showed up late, your photographer was hungry and grumpy or your band showed up unprepared. You have worked very hard to make sure you selected the perfect vendors for your style and budget. The most important thing you can do for your vendors is treat them with respect. Here are some simple guidelines we live by when it comes to vendors. If you do not have a bridal consultant or wedding planner then delegate someone to handle all of the needs your vendor may have.
- Feed your vendors. While it is not necessary to feed them the $60pp filet or salmon it is standard to provide food for your vendors. Also, be sure to provide drinks for your vendors (no alcohol necessary, but water, tea or soda is nice).
- Talk with your vendors. Your wedding takes months to plan, and sometimes years. Having the right vendors makes all of the difference, but you still have to inform your vendors. Make a list of songs to play, photos to capture and serving rules. You get the idea.
- Gift your vendors. This may sound like a crazy idea- but why not include your vendor in the festivities. Wedding vendors sometimes have 40-50 weddings a year, make yours standout by giving your vendor the same favor given to your guests or if there is a vendor you have make a connection with be sure to show it. As a vendor I can say that even the smallest gifts mean so much. One of my favorite brides gave me a beautiful broach that matched her dress- I will always treasure it.
- Thank your vendors. Be sure to send a Thank You note to your vendors. I know that as a new bride you have so many people to thank, but everyone raved about the cake, the DJ, the organization of your bridal consultant, etc it is only standard to send a handwritten thank you note.
There you have it. Seriously it takes so little to say “Thank You” to your vendors and trust me- they appreciate it and it will show during your event.
Of course the best compliment is a referral. Wedding and event vendors thrive on word of mouth advertising and sometimes it is the only form of advertising they have. That’s why I am adding this to my Love-It!! folder.
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It is hard to believe that 2008 will be over in 4 months. While we are already booking for the 2009 season we still have several weddings left in 2008. Just wanted to send a CONGRATS! out to all of my Fall ‘08 Couples!
September 19 – Danielle and Kris
October 10 – Mary and Billy
October 17 – Nycole and Byers
November 15 – Lyndsay and Eric
We still have a couple of dates available for 2008. To guarantee excellent service we only do one wedding per weekend and no more than 3 per month. Please contact Always Planned today for your complimentary consultation.
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