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Event Coordination
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Tanya Wilbon
Tanya Wilbon
Owner

Black-owned, Woman-owned

30 years in business

We speak English

62 team members

The Event Group International (TEGI) is a nationally recognized, full service, social and corporate event planning firm. Since inception in 1992, we have been customer-focused; with a direct, honest approach to customer service. We, at TEGI are straight forward, so sparing you the boring business introduction and getting to the point, here is what we do: We liberate you from the details and deliver an extraordinary event that exceeds your expectations. If you're reading this, we're convinced that you have an idea of how consuming managing an event can be. Things can quickly spiral out of control without proper planning, coordination, and execution. This is where partnering with the experienced TEGI team will make all the difference. The Event Group International will create a one-of-a kind, extraordinary event just for you. We are committed to raising the bar in all areas of event management and production by bringing over 25 years of professional experience to your special occasion.

Our team specializes in a variety of services ranging from budget planning, vendor negotiation, event coordination, event design and production logistics to security and entertainment – we know every detail matters. Whether selecting the ideal venue and location, developing event collateral, promoting the event, or offering on-site management on the day of your special occasion – we understand that every element is crucial to our clients. We communicate frequently throughout the entire event planning and execution process, ensuring the involvement and complete satisfaction of our customers. We devote ourselves to achieving your goals by creating a successful event that is a memorable experience for you and your guests.

To us it is not just another event… it is your vision and our passion.

Pricing

$1,950 starting price
$11,000 average price
Day of Coordination
$1,950 / starting price
Distribute vendor gratuities
Reception setup (venue/vendors)
Room "flip" oversight
Escort/place/menu cards
Music / introductions / speeches cues & timing
Cue vendor timing
Onsite management & support
End of the night breakdown and exit oversight
Month Of Management
$2,925 / starting price
Emergency Management: Addressing unforeseen issues
Setup supervision: Overseeing Décor & Vendor Setup
Vendor liaison: Communication and Problem-Solving
Day of - On Site Coordination & Management
Timeline: Ensuring Wedding Events Stay on Schedule
Guest assistance: Providing support and directions
Breakdown Coordination: Manage post-event cleanup
Personal attendant: Assisting the couple as needed
Partial Planning
$7,900 / starting price
Transportation & limousine service procurement
Venue & vendors sourcing based on budget & vision
Arrange and supervise rental delivery & pickup
Distribution of vendor gratuities
Oversight and placement of decor, flowers & design
Arrange and secure hotel room blocks & VIP suites
Perform busdget analysis & funding recomendations
Save the date, invitation, program, & menu wording
Most popular
Full Service - Dream Into Reality Wedding
$9,750 / starting price
Review and Negotiation all Vendors Contracts
Creation and Management of Wedding Budget
Day-Of Coordination & Logistics Managemenet
Guests Management & Travel Arrangments
Event Design, Creation, Styling, and Management
Venue Search, Selection, and Booking
Event Timeline Creation and Management
Vendor Selection, Contracts/Booking, & Management
Destination Wedding Management and Coordination
$11,750 / starting price
Venue scouting & contract negotiation
Vendor selection & booking. Engaging local experts
Guest travel & accommodation logistics
Communication & contracting with local suppliers
Legal requirements & marriage license info
On-site coordination & event management
Rehearsal dinner & post-wedding event planning
Budget tracking & payment management

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FAQ

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

$2,200

What is the starting price for partial wedding planning?

$3,750

What is the starting price for full wedding planning?

$7,500

Do you offer an hourly rate?

No

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
Eco-Friendly
Military
Non-Religious
Religious

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Reviews of The Event Group International

Tonya
Tonya Sent on 09/21/2016
5 out of 5 rating
If I had to do my wedding all over again I would not have changed one thing and that is all thanks to Tanya Wilbon. Every single thing about my wedding was perfect. My husband and I are still getting compliments from our guests about how it was the most beautiful wedding they had ever been to. Whenever I needed her, all I had to do was pick up the phone and Tanya was there with her support and her ideas as to how she could get whatever it is that we needed done. The night before the wedding I asked Tanya what I needed to do the next day and she said, “just be fabulous!” On my wedding day I was fabulous! Tanya handled everything. The only thing I had to do was sit back and took in all of the beautiful moments that were created that day. Tanya Wilbon of The Event Group International is AMAZING. Hands down, the best! I highly recommend her for whatever event you are planning.

Scott and Tonya Baltimore, MD
Latrina
Latrina Sent on 09/21/2016
5 out of 5 rating
From the start to AFTER the finish, Tanya and her team were always one step ahead and made planning my wedding a BLAST. I was planning from out of state and only made two weekend trips while planning my wedding (not even needed, the vendors Tanya selected were perfect for our style and incredibly talented). I was a little clueless about everything that goes into a wedding and I looked forward to Tanya's updates to keep my on my timeline. It's hard to review everything that The Event Group International did because it was literally EVERYTHING. TEGI has amazing vendor connections but no pressure if you want more options or to pick your own. TEGI hand addressed save-the-dates and invites, collaborating with the stationary designer the entire way. Rehearsal dinner organization, weekend schedule help, transportation arrangement for both days, out-of-town bags (construction, delivery), meeting with vendors to give feedback, construction to final touches of the space, vendor payment and tips...
Tanya and the team will give you the wedding of your dreams. They will take care of every detail so that you can focus only on what matters to you. Hiring this team was the best and only decision I had to make to throw a wedding my family and friends will be talking about forever.

Latrina & Ryan
Cranston
Cranston Sent on 02/03/2015
5 out of 5 rating
It could almost be a cliche to say how good Tanya and her team are – all the superlatives have already been used in other reviews. The simple fact is that she deserves them all…and more! We cold-called Tanya and some other wedding planners when we decided to go down the wedding planner route. Tanya impressed us from the first moment and was head and shoulders above her competitors. The suppliers that Tanya recommended were all first class and it was noteworthy that those decisions we made where we didn't use Tanya’s recommendations were the less successful ones. Tanya is always positive and professional – we genuinely cannot think of a single moment in 14 months of planning when her smile dropped. She worked incredibly hard for us and was on top of her brief at every moment. We must have been testing for her at times but you wouldn't have known it. Steph and I were not at all sure about proceeding with a wedding planner (way too celeb for us!) but what a good decision we made. I feel confident that if we had chosen anyone else other than Tanya and her team, we might now be thinking ‘what if’. As two solicitors, we understand the importance of client service. Tanya has this in spades and we have taken away lessons from her professionalism to apply in our own practice. We are now recommending The Event Group International to everyone we know getting married! Thank you Tanya, you are a unique talent and I find it hard to think how anyone could do a better job than you.
Cranston Bryant III & Stephanie Bryant, Ellicott City, MD
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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2017 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2016 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2015 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2014 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2013 Winner
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