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Engaged Event Management is a professional wedding and event planning company based in Chester County, Pennsylvania. Founder, owner, and event management maven Tara Thistlethwaite has found her passion in coordinating events. She has genuinely found her calling for her remarkable customer service and organizational skills in the wedding and event industry. This boutique style wedding planning company specializes in providing individualized attention to couples in order to create an event that exceeds their expectations.

Services Offered

Engaged Event Management offers professional planning services for weddings and other momentous life events. The company specializes in event management, which provides day-of coordination services. They make sure every detail is perfectly executed on their client's behalf. The wedding day management package offered by the company includes 10 hours of on-site coordination, transportation management, vendor communication, and the gathering of gifts. A few highlights included in the company's event management packages include:

  • Knowledge sharing related to event preparations
  • Creation of comprehensive wedding day timeline and setup instructions
  • In-person consultations and venue visits
  • Review of the ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception floor plans
  • Attendance at and management of rehearsal

Areas Covered

The Engaged team is up for any event hosted in southeastern and central Pennsylvania. Whether the event is in our backyard or yours we are always up for a road trip!

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Frequently asked questions

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

$1,950

What is the starting price for partial wedding planning?

$2,500

What is the starting price for full wedding planning?

$8,000

Do you offer an hourly rate?

Yes

What is the hourly rate?

$125

What wedding events do you provide services for?

Ceremony
Reception
Rehearsal Dinner

What wedding planning services do you offer?

Day-of Coordination
Partial Planning

What weddings do you have experience planning?

Civil
Cultural
Destination
Eco-Friendly
Non-Religious
Religious

Reviews of Engaged Event Management

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Engaged Management, specifically Tara and her team, received glowing reviews for their exceptional wedding planning services. From providing peace of mind and support to handling vendor coordination and day-of coordination flawlessly, Tara and her team were commended for exceeding expectations and ensuring smooth, stress-free weddings. Clients appreciated the detailed attention, helpfulness, professionalism, and ability to address any last-minute issues seamlessly, making the event run smoothly while creating beautiful and unforgettable experiences. Overall, Engaged Management was highly recommended as a top choice for wedding planning, with the team being described as organized, personable, and invaluable in creating the perfect wedding day.

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This AI-generated summary gives you a snapshot of the overall ratings and feedback from the reviews this vendor has received.

Engaged Management, specifically Tara and her team, received glowing reviews for their exceptional wedding planning services. From providing peace of mind and support to handling vendor coordination and day-of coordination flawlessly, Tara and her team were commended for exceeding expectations and ensuring smooth, stress-free weddings. Clients appreciated the detailed attention, helpfulness, professionalism, and ability to address any last-minute issues seamlessly, making the event run smoothly while creating beautiful and unforgettable experiences. Overall, Engaged Management was highly recommended as a top choice for wedding planning, with the team being described as organized, personable, and invaluable in creating the perfect wedding day.

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Lindsay Sent on 10/22/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Tara & team were incredible

I could not be more grateful for everything Tara and her team did for me leading up to and a during my wedding! She handled all of my vendor coordination, including both the family transportation and guest transportation (had someone at the hotel to help!!). She ensured my decor was set up beyond what I had envisioned it to be. If something went wrong day-of, I still have no clue about it. She was incredibly kind, and super responsive whenever I reached out. She gave me peace of mind that I was on track with everything and wasn’t forgetting anything. I will seriously be forever grateful for everything Tara and her team did! If you’re even slightly on the fence about getting a coordinator, DO IT!! And make sure it’s Tara!!!!!
Hannah
Hannah Sent on 10/28/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Everything was perfect!

Tara and her team were absolutely amazing!! Tara is super friendly and communicative, and she made the wedding planning process so easy! Our wedding day was absolutely perfect, Tara and her team made sure everyone was stress free, and they coordinated everything from set up to breakdown! Highly recommend!!
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Ryan Sent on 12/07/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Tara and her team were fantastic

My wife and I didn’t have to worry about a thing! Tara and her team handled everything on the day of and helped to make sure we got everything out of the venue at the end of the night.
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2025 Winner
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