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I’m the keeper of all your details, your personal advocate and your trusted confidant, but I’m also your guide. In having a clear understanding of the overall scope of the planning process, I know what decisions you will be facing at every turn. I make it my business to hold tight to your must-have ideas and dreams, while constantly maintaining a watchful eye on your budget. My personalized approach allows me to know what’s most important to you so that I can help to keep you focused and confident on the big decisions and also get excited with you about the little details that make your wedding unique and thoughtful.

For me, the entire planning process should be focused and intentional. I am purposeful in my actions and I strive to maintain friendly relationship with local vendors to ensure that you have the best opportunity to work with kind, talented and hardworking professionals. We are building a team of service-oriented individuals who are dedicated to giving you the best day of your life! My goal is that your entire experience – from getting engaged, to saying “I Do” – is as relaxed, enjoyable and meaningful as it can be.

If you are interesting in hearing more about my services, please reach out to start a conversation. I would love to hear from you. Please keep in mind that due to my hands-on approach, I can only take a limited number of clients each year. When I’m planning your day, your story is the only thing that matters to me, and that level of commitment requires my focus, and my very best efforts. All of my clients deserve that from me.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the starting price for day-of wedding coordination?

$6,500

What is the starting price for partial wedding planning?

$8,000

What is the starting price for full wedding planning?

$12,000

Do you offer an hourly rate?

No

What is the hourly rate?

$150

What wedding events do you provide services for?

Ceremony
Reception
Rehearsal Dinner

What wedding planning services do you offer?

Day-of Coordination
Full Planning
Partial Planning

What weddings do you have experience planning?

Civil
Cultural
Destination
Double Weddings
Elopement
Non-Religious
Religious

Reviews of Courtney Cargile Event Production & Design

Bailey
Bailey Sent on 08/29/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Couldn't Have Done it without Courtney!

We had such a wonderful experience with Courtney and could not have hosted our wedding without her help and guidance. She was by our side as we navigated postponing our wedding and she was always thorough, thoughtful, and detail oriented. Courtney has seen it all and done it all - she handles chaotic and stressful situations with incredible ease and is a true problem solver. When the big day finally came it was awesome to see all of the details we had discussed come to life and we were blown away by seeing our vision come to life. We can't recommend Courtney enough!
Katie
Katie Sent on 11/20/2018
5 out of 5 rating

Courtney is THE BEST- if you're lucky enough to have the option to work w/ Courtney you MUST!

First off, let me just say I interviewed (seriously) 18 wedding planners. Admittedly I was a bit of a needy bride and Courtney was always there for me. My venue was very complex and we had to bring in all vendors. Courtney was beyond professional, accessible, knowledgable and soo good at what she does every step of the day.

She helped us with every facet of our wedding from giving us her POV on other vendors/pricing (something we never would've known not being in the industry) to joining us for tastings to hand lettering 230 acrylic menus with names and helping my crazy art installation chuppha idea come to life with our florist. Sadly it rained on our wedding day, but Courtney had us covered (no pun intended) and snagged the last tent in all of Napa for the weekend. She is also so dedicated and present from the start of things on Friday night to leaving the property on Sunday afternoon- she was there every step of the way. Courtney is extremely approachable, warm, creative (she hand letters) and also incredibly professional, responsive and execution-oriented. I appreciated how she was able to operate in such a responsiveness and GSD (get-shit-done) way-- as I treated much of wedding planning like I do my work life. Many other planners and vendors in the industry make it very clear you're simply one of many clients and aren't responsive or communicative. With Courtney we never once felt that. If you have a complex venue and want someone to be there every step of the way making sure things go as you want them to- Courtney Cargile is your planner!
Danielle
Danielle Sent on 11/13/2018
5 out of 5 rating

Courtney went above and beyond!

We loved Courtney from the minute we met her. She just gives off a confident vibe which is very calming when you're planning a wedding! She also really knew our venue in and out, which was truly priceless.

We initially went with another planner who was more expensive yet let us down, so thankfully we were able to get our money back and sign on with Courtney. It's the best decision we made, hands down!

Courtney really went above and beyond, offering to lend us props and additional services at no extra cost. She was extremely responsive, helpful, and professional throughout the whole process. I can't recommend her enough!
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2020 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2019 Winner

Professional Network & Endorsements

1 Endorsement
Edge Fog films Edge Fog films Wedding Videographers

A consummate pro. Great woman to work with!

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