About
A professional wedding planner in Charlottesville, Virginia, Barb Wired, LLC has been creating memories for its couples for more than 20 years. Owner Barbara “Barb” Lundgren and her team take pride in assessing the goals of their couples in an effort to provide affordable options. With years of consultation and event management experience, Barb Wired, LLC is committed to making your celebration a one-of-a-kind experience!
Experience
A native of Charlottesville and Albemarle County, Barb has over 25 years of event planning experience. Said experience ranges from school events to private estate parties; tours and exchange programs; small stage productions; fundraisers and festivals. A graduate of the Leadership Charlottesville Class of 2000, Barb opened Barb Wired, LLC that same year. She handles up to 35 weddings annually.
Services Offered
Barb Wired, LLC specializes in creating the ideal atmosphere for every gathering, no matter the size. To ensure your event is everything you and your significant other dreamed of and more, the following services are provided:
- Consultation
- Budget analysis
- Event design
- Full and partial planning
- Timelines
- To-do lists
- Referrals
- Vendor Management
Areas Covered
Barb and her team proudly assist couples throughout Charlottesville and Central Virginia.
- Woman-owned
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Barb Wired and her team are highly praised for their exceptional professionalism, organization, and attention to detail in wedding planning. Multiple reviewers highlight their expertise, knowledge of vendors, and ability to handle all aspects of the wedding, from the initial planning stages to the day-of coordination. The team is commended for their communication, seamless execution, and ability to make the wedding day stress-free for the couple. The overall experience with Barb Wired is described as outstanding, and many reviewers highly recommend their services for a perfect wedding celebration.
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Team
Barbara has more than twenty-five years of event planning experience, from school events to private estate parties; tours and exchange programs; small stage productions; fundraisers and festivals. During her ten years at Morven Estate under John Kluge, she worked with high-end clientele to create impeccable events.
She founded the event and management company in 2000. Becoming a full-time business in 2006, Barb Wired now manages up to 35 weddings and private events annually, including corporate and non-profit events. She also consults with and matches clients to venues under her partner company C-Venue.
“I just love making people happy!”
Iris has been a valued member of the Barb Wired team for over 12 years. These are her keys for a successful event: Build a strong team. Smile. Be nice. Keep calm. Lead by serving. Wear comfy shoes. Enjoy the music!
“I look forward to working with our clients in Central Virginia and beyond!”
Lauren is an accomplished event management professional with over 12 years of experience and a Bachelor of Science in Tourism and Events Management. Beginning her journey in the industry by working for BW, she has successfully orchestrated a diverse range of events, from weddings to corporate conferences, demonstrating an ability to collaborate effectively, adhere to tight timelines, and manage budgets. Passionate about crafting exceptional experiences, she remains committed to continuous growth and exceeding client expectations in the ever-evolving events landscape.
Professional Network & Endorsements
40 EndorsementsI love Barb! Just wonderful to work with, with a creative and flexible vision, artful style, and a down to earth reliability that makes her brides love her. And her staff is as amazing as she is! Wonderful.
Barb and her team are fantastic to work with! They are incredibly efficient and thorough and our clients love them - we cannot say enough good things about Barb Wired!