Rouge Event Planning Corporation

We each have our own artistic focuses that we merge with our clients desires for that perfect occasion. Our gift lies in our unique individual perspectives.

P. Liz Proctor
A creative savant in the culmination of ideas and the conversion of those ideas into spectacular events, she founded Rouge Events in 2003. Throughout her travels in event planning she has been deemed a well connected socialite in the MD/DC/VA area. She has honed her craft with over five years of event management expertise along with the help of the George Washington University Event Management programs.

Liz has mastered the core key ingredients of event management by marrying her clients vision and her ability to conceive, strategize and execute, "I am a masterful listener and I truly believe in my clients vision of their needs and desires, which I combine with a touch of Rouge elegance!”

Maria A. Coles

A socialite and aficionado of fine foods, has a strong love and desire for the art of fine dining. This affection for cuisine was her driving force to become the top selling catering manager for the Balduccis’ Corporation. In an effort to forward this love she CO-founded Rouge Events. While receiving her degree in Business Administration, she has sharpened her focus which allows her to streamline her daily experiences in catering management into viable business experience for Rouge Events. “Food is art that should be enjoyed by all of the senses, food presentation is my passion”.

Johnathan J. Gardner

A guru with an eye for artful design and concept lends his creative touch to Rouge Events as the Director of Creative Imaging, his mastery of flower and fabric design combined with a BA. in Program Management, uses his expertise to simultaneously create breathtaking centerpieces, bouquets, and fabric arrangements that show off his talent and flair for design, yet a conservative edge that embodies Rouge elegance. His mastery of event design, color fusion, shapes and form gives him the ability to seamlessly transition from contemporary into old world style.