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Shelby Sent on 04/20/2026as a wedding vendor - Jenny is a life savor, ideal team player, incredible resource
Jenny was a full service planner for a wedding I recently photographed. She was incredibly from start to finish. Her email communication was friendly, quick responses, shared valuable details, and was incredibly thoughtful. Its very evident that she is a true professional and very experienced in her craft. I loved having her in the wedding planning process and wedding day. She allowed me to truly do my job and focus on photographing the day and she managed every detail of everything else. I absolutely adore Jenny and highly recommend her! You won't regret having her bring joy and organization to your day! Jenny is the best!!! -
Claire Sent on 03/07/2026
Thank you so much, Kim, for bringing our New Year's Eve Wedding to life!
Kim from JPB Designs was an absolute dream to work with and truly brought our New Year’s Eve wedding to life. From the very beginning, she went above and beyond—answering questions early and even helping with vendor recommendations months before we officially began working together.
When we first met with Kim, all of my stress immediately melted away. She was incredibly organized and thoughtful, paying attention to every last detail. The day-of timeline she created was better than I could have imagined, with built-in flexibility to account for things running behind while still ensuring we had time for all the photos we wanted and that our guests could fully enjoy cocktail hour, dinner, speeches, and dancing.
On the wedding day, cocktail hour ran a little longer than expected, but Kim expertly guided our 300 guests into dinner and kept the evening moving so we could spend the rest of the night on the dance floor—our one big request. I can’t recommend Kim enough and feel so grateful we had her by our side on our wedding day. -
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Amala Sent on 12/21/2025The BEST decision you will make for your wedding!
For starters, we absolutely loved working with Moriah (aka the GOAT). Her being there was seriously the best decision we made for our event!
We initially met with Jenny a few months beforehand and realized we didn’t need a full planner and coordinator. As someone with very little understanding of wedding planning, Jenny was incredibly helpful. Our first call lasted well over an hour, and I walked away feeling so much more informed about what actually goes into planning an event. She did an amazing job pairing us with Moriah, who was our day of event coordinator. From the very beginning, Moriah understood exactly what we needed and made us feel prioritized throughout the entire process.
Moriah kept us on track every step of the way. Our meetings weren’t just about logistics, they helped us stay organized and focused on what we needed to do next. Since we were responsible for finding our own vendors, she guided us on what questions to ask and what to look out for. Once vendors were selected, we handed everything over to her, and she took it from there. She made sure vendors stayed organized and most importantly, consistently advocated for us, which we could not appreciate more. She truly embodies what a great planner should be: organized, patient, proactive, and incredibly reassuring.
On the day of the event, she came through for us again and again. When plans shifted, she pivoted quickly and efficiently, making everything feel seamless. One small example, our original photography venue didn’t work out as expected, and she immediately helped us find an alternative so everything stayed on track. We genuinely cannot imagine a better person for this role and are so thankful for everything she did to make our day run smoothly.
I could honestly give a dozen more examples of how helpful and amazing she was, but tldr: if you’re considering JBP (especially Moriah) for your event, take the plunge. You won't regret it!! -
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Jules Sent on 11/12/2025We love Jenny and would highly recommend her for any wedding looking for a planner!
Jenny helped us plan our wedding from the start - she was so much help organizing the venue, church, florals, etc. There were so many small things that I never even knew went into planning a wedding that she took care of for us. My husband and I had some lofty ideas and dreams for our Halloween wedding (a thriller flash mob for one) and she made them all a reality! She was extremely thoughtful, responsive, fought on our behalf, organized and creative. Any couple planning to get married would be lucky to have her on their team! -
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Grecia Sent on 10/03/2024JPB Design - Kim Loconsole 100% recommended, she made our special day joyful and really special!
We had the pleasure of having Kim Loconsole as our wedding coordinator, and she was absolutely marvelous. From start to finish, Kim was on top of every detail, ensuring nothing was missed. She kept all the vendors in line and handled all the coordination seamlessly, allowing us to enjoy the process without any stress. Kim was our main point of contact with the vendors, making communication smooth and efficient. She was incredibly kind, subtle, and professional—never causing any noise or tension, just pure grace and organization.
On the wedding day, everything went perfectly, with every little detail in place, all thanks to Kim’s meticulous planning. We didn’t have to worry about a thing and were able to fully enjoy every moment of our special day. Hiring JPB design service was one of the best decisions we made, as it truly made our day perfect. We couldn’t have been happier with Kim’s work and highly recommend her to anyone planning their big day. -
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Bethany Sent on 10/03/2024Best Chicago Wedding Planner!
As a wedding photographer I get to work alongside a LOT of different wedding planners. They all have their own way of running the show, different timelines and definitely different personalities. Jenny is not only THE most organized person I know, but she makes it all look effortless. She is calm and gentle, and gives her couples a sense assuredness and comfortability. She genuinely loves the work she does and the people she works with, if I walk into a wedding with her as the planner I know I am guaranteed a stress-free (or as close to it as possible) and truly fun day! When things go smoothly and people are happy guess what? The photos are SO MUCH better!! As a wedding vendor reviewing another wedding vendor I can honestly say that I love working with Jenny, she is an incredible professional in our industry and a fabulous human being. Hire her!
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Michael Sent on 09/23/2024An Amazing Experience!
I cannot say enough wonderful things about Jenny! From the moment we began planning our wedding, she was an invaluable resource as well as a friend. Jenny is not only extremely smart and personable, but her thoughtful guidance made the entire process so much smoother for both of us.
Connecting into her network of vendors was also a game-changer. It allowed us to tap into amazing services that perfectly matched our vision. No matter what aspect of the wedding we were tackling, Jenny always provided great insights and suggestions, which made our decision-making feel effortless.
And most importantly, on the big day, Jenny truly shined! She handled everything with grace and professionalism, allowing us to fully enjoy our celebration without a single worry.
Overall, working with Jenny felt like collaborating with a friend who genuinely cared about making our day perfect. She made our experience unforgettable! -
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Reinaldo Sent on 09/20/2024Jenny is AMAZING, the best I've ever seen!
Jenny is a ROCKSTAR! She is very knowledgeable and approachable, knows how to connect with the client, and ensures that the couple feels heard. More importantly, she knows how to guide and navigate sensitive topics, adjust, adapt, and conduct the day of with a steady hand, while celebrating the love of a wedding.
She is extremely respected in the industry, and we could not have done this wedding without her. She became more than a wedding consultant, but a friend!
Thank you, Jenny, for being our north and guiding us to the most beautiful wedding we could hope for! -
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Jordan Sent on 10/24/2023Jenny Barkus at JPB Designs- Cinelli Wedding 2023
Words couldn't even begin to describe the value that Jenny brought to our wedding. From the first sit down with her, to the day of, she was completely on top of it, so organized, an absolute joy to work with, and will forever be apart of our extended family! We loved working with her and her team. Not only is she extremely professional but personable as well. As the bride I had no idea what I was doing half the time and she could not have been more reassuring and encouraging of me throughout this process. She promised that everything would work out and boy did she deliver! I will forever cherish the time we spent together bringing this vision to life! She is the best! -
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Faith Sent on 04/11/2023Calm, detail-oriented and thoughtful
For many, their wedding day is the most important day of their life (at least, up until that point of their life). You need someone who is going to make sure things go according to plan and have a Plan B, C, and D in mind for when things go awry. I've worked with Jenny for other weddings, and I can speak to her professionalism and poise. She is incredibly calm, which is so, so necessary on your big day. She is thoughtful and considerate. She will bring questions to you that you may not have even thought of yet–a mark of a seasoned pro who is paying attention to the details. If you're unsure, Jenny will present you with a few different options that others have done, and she will help you discover what the best choice for you is. Jenny's detail-oriented nature and calm demeanor make her an incredible planner with a lot to offer couples. I would highly recommend Jenny to any Chicago-area couples looking for a planner. -
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Kelsey Sent on 11/22/2022Wedding Coordinator
My husband and I can’t say enough amazing things about JPB Designs. From the first phone conversation I had with Jenny to the day of the wedding she was absolutely amazing. She helped keep us organized, answered ALL of my questions along the way, and gave vendor recommendations throughout, which many other coordinators I talked to wouldn’t do. She has a wonderful sense of humor, was amazing with our bridal party and little (nervous and high energy) flower girls and helped us and our families feel supported all weekend long. If you are looking for someone who is kind, has a get it done attitude and makes sure you don’t have to look at the clock on your big day - look no further. Our future family weddings will 100% be using Jenny. -
Susan Sent on 07/20/2022
A MUST HAVE Wedding Planner!
If you are looking for a hardworking, motivated, efficient, and kindhearted wedding planner, then JBP Designs is it! Jenny goes above and beyond in her role. We even threw Jenny some curveballs by wanting a jazz band to dance down the ceremony aisle and give each guest a personalized message on their placecards. She collaborated with the appropriate vendors and was able to get everything set up without any adjustments to our ideas. She is organized and keeps you involved every step of the way. We NEVER had a moment of stress when planning our wedding, since Jenny was always one step ahead of any fires that may come up. Our wedding day went forward without a hiccup. Everyone always says to expect one thing to go wrong at their wedding, but we didn’t! Jenny was on top of all of it, and we still don’t know to this day if there were any issues that happened that day behind the scenes because our day turned out perfectly! We kept to our wedding time schedule and never felt rushed, which is so important when you have 150 guests to maneuver. JPB Designs is a great team and will provide the support, brainstorming space, and realistic planning to make sure you don’t get in over your head. We highly recommend them for your wedding! Look at the pics to see how organized and beautiful everything turned out with JPB Design! -
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Mindy Sent on 05/25/2022Wedding Events
Jenny was so valuable during the planning of all of the events surrounding our daughter's wedding. She helped us plan a hip cocktail shower the October prior to Megan's April wedding. She kept us all on track and on budget as we prepared for the big day. We never felt rushed or panicked. The weekend began with a beautiful rehearsal dinner and welcome party orchestrated by Jenny. The wedding day was relaxed, calm and fun. Jenny and her team handled every detail with love and kindness. When we walked into the venue I was take aback by the florals and decor. The entire day far exceeded my expectations. The next day Jenny was back at the hotel for a farewell brunch. The entire weekend was stress free and I attribute that to Jenny and her team at JPB Designs and Co. Thank You Jenny. -
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Molly Sent on 09/08/2021HIGHLY recommend jpb and Erin!
As two very type-A people, my husband and I were nervous about giving up control over of all of the details of our special day. We had absolutely nothing to worry about.
We worked with Erin for our "month of" coordination, but it was so much more than the "month of." She provided us recommendations for vendors, helped us navigate COVID and an unfamiliar industry, was thorough in her follow-up in the months leading up to our wedding. On the day of our wedding, her and her assistant Gabe continually checked in on us and our parents to ensure everything was going smoothly, offering to help out where needed with setting up, making sure we had a drink in our hand at all times, and made sure our plans were executed perfectly down to every small detail. There was so much coordination, organization, and communication going on in the background that we were blissfully unaware of - we were just having a great time celebrating.
Thank you Erin and jpb team! -
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Andreas Sent on 05/10/2021Single Best Decision
Social media (esp those pinterest charts) have you believing planning a wedding just a longer checklist of plausibly simple tasks. However, given both our busy work schedules, we decided to spring for a planner to streamline the process. This was November 2019.
With Jenny's help we were nearly done with planning our September 2020 wedding before the pandemic hit. Jenny made each step fun and efficient. I didn't have to research 40 photographers, email them to find out who was available, and then figure out if they were within our budget. Jenny did all that. Then, emailed us 3 excellent photographers within our budget and available on our date. She did the same for every component of our wedding. She made sure we had the best value for every tiny detail/aspect -- whether it was the napkins, dress alterations, florist, transportation, or venue.
Without Jenny's wisdom, foresight, and organizational skills on our side -- we would not have been able to keep many of our vendors and get married in May 2021, despite our venue dropping us 2 months before the actual event as well as a host of other small disasters -- par for the course for most large events.
Having an excellent wedding planner was the single best decision we made for our wedding. I am a Costco-shopper, and I love a good sale. But, what you don't know is a good wedding planner knows ALL the sales and inside tricks. They have every detail covered, and are 2 steps ahead. They are worth every penny.
Jenny exceeded all expectations. Our wedding was perfect, and very much stress free. I even took a specialty board exam 2 weeks before the date!
Our wedding simply would not have been possible without Jenny. She deserves all the stars. -
Jenna Sent on 06/24/2018Jenny and her team are an absolute dream come true, and if you work with them you will NOT regret it! I received a recommendation to reach out to Jenny, and I sent a request for information. She was very quick to get back to me, answered all of my questions, and I immediately felt at ease with her. She is detail oriented, fun-loving, and so gracious! We had A-LOT of decor day of, and Jenny and team took care of EVERYTHING! I didn’t worry for a second, and when I walked in, I started tearing up - it was so amazing! About 2 mins before I walked down the aisle outside on a perfectly sunny day with not a whisper of rain, it stated pouring, but of course, my girl Jenny pulled out an umbrella and saved the day. She managed my vendors so well. We were short one bridesmaid bouquet and within 20 mins had the one we were missing. I didn’t have to stress at all during the day, and my husband said multiple times throughout the day, “Jenny and her team are worth their weight in gold!”
I would recommend Jenny to anyone who is getting married and wants to enjoy their day stress free. She is fabulous and the ABSOLUTE BEST!! -
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Anslee Sent on 12/20/2017I can honestly say that jpb designs was the best choice we made for our wedding. Jenny is so helpful, responsive, and cool and calm when no one else is. We planned our wedding within 6 months of getting engaged, and called Jenny with about 2 months left. She took everything over and did an amazing job communicating with all of my vendors. My venue, though wonderful, had some communication issues between departments and myself. Jenny took the reigns and made sure we got exactly what we expected.
The night before my wedding, everything fell to pieces. Jenny communicated with our florist to have three new bouquets made, somehow fixed the timing to allow three additional make-up and one addition hair appointment, and did it all with me barely knowing.
Adam and I are beyond lucky to have had our big day planned and overlooked by JPB DESIGNS! -
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Kathryn Sent on 11/17/2012We used Jenny as our day-of coordinator and she was wonderful! Our wedding was at the Howard County Conservancy which is beautiful but is really an educational center rather than a wedding venue so not all of their policies are conducive to weddings. We couldn't bring anything early or leave anything late, for example. Jenny was great with all of this - she and her assistant set up everything exactly as I described and packed it all up for us very efficiently at the end of the night. And we brought a LOT of stuff! She worked seamlessly with all of the other vendors and the whole day was really perfect. I can't even begin to think how busy and crazy the day would have been for myself and my family if we had not hired Jenny. All I had to focus on was saying my vows and having a blast.
Even before the wedding day, Jenny was extremely responsive and helpful with all of my email questions and concerns. She helped us find some wonderful photographers and did a great job keeping us organized at the rehearsal. She is very personable, a great resource, and extremely organized! -
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Erin Sent on 10/20/2012Jenny and Karla of Jpb designs were a breath of fresh air to work with. I hired them late in the game as a day of event planner and they quickly came up to speed on every last detail we had planned and helped us to figure out those decisions that we hadn't yet made or had forgotten about. They took care of running the rehearsal, decorating the day of, and ensuring that the wedding day ran smoothly. They adapted the schedule as needed as some things took longer than planned and also to make sure that guests were having a great time; for instance, to minimize breaking up the dance floor rhythm, they suggested moving the cake cutting up to after the father/daughter and mother/son dances, which worked wonderfully. They ensured that we had everything we needed throughout the evening and helped us to execute a perfect wedding day:) I'm not sure what I would have done without them! -
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Joanna Sent on 03/13/2012Hiring Jenny was the best decision I made for my wedding and I honestly believe I wouldn't be married at this point if it wasn't for her.
My fiance and I decided three weeks before our wedding day that a day-of coordinator might be a good investment. We had already secured the majority of our vendors but were having a difficult time getting cohesion from everything. We had a vision of what we wanted our wedding to be like but we didn't know how to execute it. Add to that being swamped at work and I was stressed beyond belief and ready to elope. I have never been in a wedding before, never been a bridesmaid, never even been a flower girl when I was younger so we decided having a professional around would be in our best interests.
In three short weeks, Jenny was able to tie up all the loose ends, contact vendors, give ideas when necessary, expand on my own ideas, and make a master schedule accommodating everything we wanted to do into the ebb and flow of a traditional wedding. I was worried the ultimate wedding vision (traditional elements in a non-traditional setting) wouldn't work, or worse, be criticized, but Jenny made me feel comfortable from day one. She understood immediately what my fiance and I were going for and made us feel as though we were the only couple she was working with.
On the wedding day, from when the best man went MIA right before his toast, to when the photographer kept us well over schedule taking family portraits at the church, Jenny was able to rearrange the itinerary on the fly to keep everything I wanted to do included (cake cutting, bouquet toss, grand exit, etc). I never had to watch the clock or round up bridal party members myself. Without Jenny, I would probably still be wandering around the reception site without any idea of what to do next. Her assistant, Meredith, was equally as helpful.
It was so wonderful to not have to worry about all the little details on my wedding day and just focus on having fun. Without Jenny, that would not be possible. I would recommend her a million times out of a million. I really liked how she specializes in day-of coordination, as opposed to planning. Future brides, to keep yourself stress-free on your big day, hire Jenny!! -
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Teems Sent on 09/02/2010First off, let me say that I was one of those people who didn't see the point of a wedding planner. I was also unemployed at the time so I decided to plan my wedding on my own. However I began to realize that it would be difficult to follow through on all these details on the day of. One of the staff members at my venue recommended JPB designs. I went with the "day of" package and the cost was competitive to those in the Columbia/DC area.
I was able witness first hand Jenny balancing her own personal life with my wedding plans, so I knew the day of- I would be in good hands. JPB Designs was professional, organized, and the easiest vendor I worked with. Even my family and guess adored her. From set-up to clean-up to pack up, we didn't have to worry about a thing!
If you are looking for company that is organized and not overly pushy with solutions out of your budget, then go with JPB!
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