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Alysia Sent on 06/29/2022Eddie and his team made our dreams come true!
We got engaged in April 2020 - during COVID when everything was so uncertain. We had very specific tastes and after being together for 10 years - we knew that we wanted a wedding that really reflected who we are individually and as a couple. Eddie worked with us to achieve our industrial bohemian vision and remain within our budget.
From landing us the PERFECT venue - Capital Turnaround; to a wonderful graphic designer, Max, who created a truly unique and cool invitation suite; to linking us with Spilled Milk, a catering company that merged our Cajun and Vietnamese cultures in a truly inventive way; to his quest to find us the perfect day-of coordinator in Trish — signing on with him is what made our wedding a fairytale. He helped to negotiate every contract. He made sure that our concerns were communicated and advocated on our behalf. His reputation in the industry was apparent in the respect that each of our vendors clearly had for him.
He always had our backs and was honest with us. We went through a number of potential day-of-coordinators - not because of availability, but because as soon as Eddie saw that they wouldn’t be a good fit, he would immediately look for someone else. This could have been panic-inducing, but I wasn’t scared. He was always transparent with us and I trusted him. I knew if he thought a change needed to be made, it was for good reason. And Trish, who ultimately became our coordinator was perfect. She understood me immediately, came in with suggestions of ideas I didn’t even know I wanted! Her idea to mix lounge seating from the venue in as the ceremony seating truly made our wedding spectacular. I felt like I was getting married in an intimate ceremony in a living room. Seeing all of the little children piled on a giant ottoman over my husband’s shoulder is one of my best memories of that day.
He helped us navigate through the overwhelming options; provided a planning tool that made everything from design, to tracking payments, to guest seating a breeze; helped to schedule all of our meetings with vendors (you would be surprised just how helpful this is - cutting down on preliminary email communications with vendors really reduces stress) and made sure that we were protected in every contract. This was particularly important when planning during the peak of COVID. We needed to be sure that if our wedding needed to be cancelled or postponed, that we wouldn’t lose out on money. He went over every proposal and contract to make sure that we were covered in case of disaster.
He made us feel like we were his most important, if not his only client. After working with him for nearly 3 years - he truly feels like family. He got to know us as a couple and that definitely showed on our wedding day.
If you’re looking for someone who will truly give you a personalized experience and help you to plan a wedding that truly represents who you are as a couple - work with Impact Collective. Thank you so much Eddie for everything.IMPACT Collective - Weddings & Destinations's reply:
Wow!!! This is the sweetest review. I can't express how much I loved working with you and Vinh. You were the kindest, humble, and gracious client that made it a joy from beginning to end. I'd do it all over again for FREE! -
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Fayzan Sent on 01/12/2026Kadzo & Eddie Are Amazing!
We cannot recommend Impact Collective enough! Planning a multi-day desi wedding is no small feat, but Kadzo, along with Eddie, Niassa, and the Impact Collective team, made the entire experience not only manageable, but genuinely enjoyable. From the moment we started planning a little over a year ago, Kadzo was with us every step of the way, and we truly could not have done this without her guidance and direction.
During wedding planning, Kadzo consistently checked in with us, visited venues and vendors alongside us, and made sure nothing slipped through the cracks. She skillfully balanced our parents’ visions alongside ours while staying true to what we envisioned for our wedding day. One of the things we appreciated most was her ability to help us stay close to our budget without ever making us feel like we were compromising our vision. She always came prepared with thoughtful options and practical solutions, and she truly advocated for us throughout the entire process. We can't say enough about her! Eddie, the owner of Impact Collective, is also amazing! His leadership, experience, and passion are evident in the way the entire team operates. Together, Kadzo and Eddie made us feel supported, heard, and confident from start to finish. Their professionalism and warmth made all the difference. On the wedding days themselves, everything ran seamlessly from our perspective. If there were any hiccups, we didn't notice them! Knowing Kadzo and the Impact Collective team were in charge gave us complete peace of mind. It allowed us to fully be present and enjoy every moment with our family and friends.
If you’re planning a wedding, especially a multi-day or culturally rich celebration, we cannot recommend Kadzo, Eddie, and their team enough. We had the best wedding ever and we are so grateful for everything they did to make our wedding unforgettable. -
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Emily Sent on 12/16/2025Couldn't have done it without Impact
We worked with Kadzo for 9 months planning our wedding, and cannot say enough amazing things about her. From the moment Kadzo started with us she handled all of the big things that we didn’t know how to navigate. She had a long list of incredible vendors that she could personally vouch for, and she contacted all of those vendors to make sure they understood what we wanted in our wedding. She was able to get us a couple of great deals with different vendors and it was amazing having one point of contact with everyone moving forward. There wasn’t a single time that I felt overwhelmed with all of the moving pieces of a wedding because Kadzo was taking care of it all.
On our wedding day, I can honestly say that I have no idea what all happened behind the scenes because Kadzo handled it all so well. If there were any snags or mishaps I still don’t know what they were. I was able to completely enjoy the day and see how it all came together without being worried about anything. Multiple times Kadzo told me that she wasn’t worried about anything for our wedding and she was just excited which really helped calm my nerves.
Throughout the entire process Kadzo knew what needed to be done and when it needed to be done by so I didn’t miss any deadlines. She was incredibly professional but what I find more important is how kind she was the entire time. Meeting with her felt like talking to a friend who really did care about our event. I know that Impact does so many weddings every year, but it really felt like we were the only focus and had as much time dedicated to us as we needed.
We also got to meet with Eddie a couple of times throughout the process. As the owner, he was very invested in how the planning was going and made it very clear that he was always available if we felt like anything could be going better or we just felt like telling him how things were going. It really felt like we had access to an entire team.
I will always recommend Impact Collective to anyone looking for event planning services. We felt so taken care of for the entire planning process and literally could not have had our wedding day without all of their knowledge, help, and support.
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Lauren Sent on 11/10/2025Worth the price!
IMPACT Collective did an outstanding job with our wedding. We worked with Kadzo, who is a wedding planner extraordinaire. She started off by finding us an excellent but reasonably-priced venue + catering pair that we never would have found on our own. This was followed by detailed checklists and regular meetings to ensure all preparations were happening in timely fashion. She has extensive experience with a big network of vendors, which really helped the selection process. In the months leading up to the wedding, she contacted and coordinate between all these vendors, saving us a lot of time and stress. All of this was done while strictly keeping us within our desired budget. On our wedding day itself, we could have sworn Kadzo and her assistant had magic powers. They were on top of every second of the rehearsal dinner, ceremony, picture session, cocktail hour, and reception. They communicated clearly, found people well ahead of when they were needed for things, coordinated setup and takedown, checked on us regularly, and impressively adapted to some last-second requests. We are so, so happy with how our wedding turned out and IMPACT Collective is a huge reason for that.
To anyone deciding whether to hire IMPACT Collective: we want to stress that this service is absolutely worth the price. No matter how much you learn online or from others, it is impossible to go into the wedding planning process knowing everything you need to know. It is likely you will end up overly stressed and/or over budget as unexpected expenses pile on. Kadzo and co. have a lot of expertise and will keep you in budget and stress-free while still planning the wedding of your dreams. She saved us thousands of dollars just with her knowledge of vendors and venues. This service pays for itself, in a way. We absolutely recommend using IMPACT Collective to plan your wedding! -
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Mark Sent on 11/04/2025Eddie and Kadzo at Impact Collective were incredible.
Eddie and Kadzo at Impact Collective were incredible. We had a last-minute cancellation of our original hotel and only a few months to completely re-plan our wedding. They truly pulled through for us. Kadzo worked with us for nearly a year organizing every detail, and when things changed, Eddie—the owner—personally came to our wedding and made sure everything came together perfectly. We couldn’t be happier with how it all turned out.IMPACT Collective - Weddings & Destinations's reply:
Anita & Mark - It was truly an honor and a delight to serve you. You treated us like family, always showing appreciation and kindness. You trusted us to get you across the finish line in first place. We truly love you both. Please stay in touch friends! -
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Anita Sent on 10/28/2025First and best decision of the wedding was to hire Impact Collective
Hiring Kadzo and Eddie at Impact Collective was the single best decision we made for our wedding. I would not have been able to plan our 3-day destination wedding with Indian and Jewish elements if not for them. There were so many moving parts and they handled everything flawlessly.
When we started planning, we wanted to do a wedding in the Dominican Republic. We went to visit and decided it wasn't for us.
Kadzo and Eddie recommended Playa del Carmen. We went to visit and fell in love with the city and Grand Hyatt hotel there, so we signed contracts and Kadzo began working in earnest. We flew down again, with Kadzo, to experience the space and meet with vendors.
Four months before our scheduled wedding, Grand Hyatt Playa del Carmen canceled it due to a rebranding. We were devastated to say the least. Kadzo and Eddie picked us up and dusted us off, treating the cancelation like an emergency.
We took another last minute trip down to the area with Kadzo and, after many hotels, we finally found the one. JW Marriott in Cancun.
Kadzo planned our wedding in about 70 days. Eddie came down to be the days of coordinator and did a fantastic job as well.
I would give them more than five stars if I could.IMPACT Collective - Weddings & Destinations's reply:
Anita & Mark - It was truly an honor and a delight to serve you. You treated us like family, always showing appreciation and kindness. You trusted us to get you across the finish line in first place. We truly love you both. Please stay in touch friends! -
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Aidan Sent on 09/08/2025Hire this planner!
I recently photographed Diana & Andrew’s wedding at Heigh Torr Estate and worked closely with Impact Collective, specifically their planner, Anna. She was outstanding. From the first vendor emails to the weddings finale, Anna kept the day running smoothly.
As a photographer, I really appreciate a planner who protects the couple’s experience and builds in time for great photos, Anna nailed both. The vendor team felt supported, the couple felt relaxed, and we stayed on schedule without it ever feeling rushed. If you’re planning a Heigh Torr Estate wedding (or anywhere in Northern Virginia), I highly recommend Impact Collective and Anna.
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Rachael Sent on 06/24/2025The perfect planner
We utilized IMPACT collective for our June DC wedding and cannot recommend our planner, Kadzo, enough!! From the very first meeting with her, she saw our vision and ran with it. She had connections with the BEST vendors- our food, florals, DJ and everything in between were just perfect. She was always one step ahead of me and made me feel at ease through the entire process. All our guests said it was the best wedding they had ever been to and we have 0 regrets with any choices that were made. We were stress-free through the entire process and felt like we were truly the guests of honor at the reception. It was the most perfect wedding and seamless experience. We plan to recommend our team to anyone who asks!! -
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David Sent on 06/09/2025A Truly Unforgettable Day
I truly can’t say enough about our incredible experience with IMPACT Collective. From the first meeting to the final send-off, everything was handled with precision, professionalism, and genuine care.
Our assigned planner, Hannah Walker, was simply outstanding. She was organized, proactive, and completely on top of every detail throughout the planning process and especially on the big day. Our assigned planner, Hannah Walker, was an absolute rock star. She flawlessly managed every detail of the planning, preparation, and execution. Her ability to track every action item, coordinate seamlessly with vendors, and keep the entire process moving forward with calm confidence was nothing short of impressive. Her presence allowed us, and all of our guests, to simply enjoy the celebration without worrying about a thing. Our guests are still raving about how beautiful, well-coordinated, and joyful the entire event was. That’s thanks in no small part to Hannah and the IMPACT Collective team.
Eddie Fam has built an exceptional company, and we are so grateful for the care and dedication they put into making our day unforgettable. If you're looking for a team that can truly turn vision into reality, this is it. -
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Madison Sent on 05/11/2025IMPACT/Hannah are amazing!
We can't say enough great things about our experience working with IMPACT and Hannah! We are very grateful to IMPACT for matching us with her for our day of coordination support. Hannah was SUPER organized and professional. We had an issue with our floral delivery on the day of and we were so thankful to have her there to resolve the issue. Our families and wedding party kept commenting on how smooth and stress-free the day felt—and that is entirely thanks to Hannah's professionalism and calm leadership. If you're considering hiring a wedding coordinator, do yourself a favor and book IMPACT/Hannah! We truly couldn’t have done it without her.IMPACT Collective - Weddings & Destinations's reply:
THANK YOU SO MUCH for your kind review. It humbles us every time to read that wonderful clients like you were impacted by the work we do. Best wishes! ~ Eddie, CEO -
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Jason Sent on 04/21/2025Review of Impact Collective by a Wedding photographer
As a wedding photographer, I have worked with several wedding coordinators over the years, but Eddie and his team at IMPACT Collective are among the best. I had the pleasure of working with IMPACT Collective at a wedding at the Mayflower Hotel in Washington, D.C. From the beginning, Eddie and Ali handled everything related to the ceremony, reception, and guests. They allowed me to focus on the bride and groom and get every image I needed. I have never worked with a more professional team.
Whenever the couple and I needed something, they were there. If guests needed to know the schedule, the location of the bathroom, or a location for a private moment, they were there. You can’t ask for a better wedding coordinator. As I always say, the photographers and the wedding coordinators are the first to arrive and the last ones to leave. Eddie and IMPACT Collective are among the best.
For any brides reading my review, you should give IMPACT Collective a call and book their services. They will make your wedding perfect.
IMPACT Collective - Weddings & Destinations's reply:
Thank you so much Jason, it was GREAT working with you! I appreciate the kind feedback. ~ Eddie, CEO -
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Compass Sent on 04/14/2025Great Fellow Vendor
This was one of our favorite planners that we've had the pleasure of working with, and we've worked with quite a few! As a professional photo/video company, we highly recommend using them.IMPACT Collective - Weddings & Destinations's reply:
Thank you so much for the kind words and encouraging sentiments. Truly humbled and grateful! ~ Eddie, CEO -
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Jason Sent on 04/08/2025Go Big or Go Classic!
IMPACT weddings have that surreal atmosphere that you feel at your favorite wedding experiences. I've attended at least two: one went big with a man on stilts and other paid performers entertaining during the reception. The other was classic: a winery setting with acoustic guitar and tea lights that kind of sparkled. Your IMPACT wedding will have atmosphere!IMPACT Collective - Weddings & Destinations's reply:
Thank you Jason for this encouraging and supporting review. It truly means a lot to read your positive feedback! ~ Eddie, CEO -
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Trish Sent on 04/07/2025A great decision!
Eddie, the owner, has clearly put in the work to build a well-organized, client-focused process—and it really shines through. From day one, he and his team are dialed in, attentive to every detail, and connected with top-tier vendors who help bring everything together seamlessly. You’ll feel confident and well taken care of every step of the way. If you're planning an event, you can’t go wrong with Impact!IMPACT Collective - Weddings & Destinations's reply:
Thank you Trish for this encouraging and supporting review. It's an honor to work with you! ~ Eddie, CEO -
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J L Sent on 04/02/2025Impact Collective, A true gem in the event industry.
The Impact Collective team consistently delivers exceptional events with precision and class, making each collaboration smooth and inspiring. The relationship we’ve built is one of mutual trust, respect, and shared passion for impactful work.
– Jamal Lee
CEO, Breasia Productions LLCIMPACT Collective - Weddings & Destinations's reply:
Thank you Jamal for this encouraging and supporting review. It's an honor to work with you! ~ Eddie, CEO -
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Jerry Sent on 04/01/2025Great Collaboration
I've worked on several concerts and community events with Eddie Fam and Impact Productions. These events are like weddings, with a couple thousand guests and 60 pages of detailed rider. If he can handle these massive events with a personal touch, he can do the same and more for your wedding.IMPACT Collective - Weddings & Destinations's reply:
LOVE THE REVIEW JERY! Thank you so much for taking time to shine your light on us. Totally appreciate it! ~ Eddie, CEO -
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Diana Sent on 03/18/2025
We love stephanie!
I cannot say enough amazing things about IMPACT Collective and our incredible wedding planner, Stephanie! From the very beginning, she was like a best friend—always available whenever I needed her, whether it was a quick text or a late-night call. She made sure that my fiancé and I felt comfortable, stress-free, and truly happy throughout the entire planning process.
Stephanie went above and beyond in every possible way, making sure no detail was overlooked. And the most special surprise? At the end of the night, she decorated our wedding suite with beautiful roses, leaving us completely speechless! It was such a thoughtful and heartfelt touch that made our night even more magical.
If I ever plan another wedding ceremony or vow renewal, Stephanie will absolutely be the first person I call. A huge thank you to both Eddie and Stephanie for bringing our wedding dreams to life—we couldn’t have done it without you! 💕
— Diana Perez
IMPACT Collective - Weddings & Destinations's reply:
Thank you for the wonderful testimonial. We truly feel honored to have been part of your big day. It was our privilege and pleasure to serve you both! -
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Sajala Sent on 12/12/2024
Full Service Wedding Planning
We had the absolute best experience working with Kadzo and Eddie throughout our wedding planning experience. Kadzo was our lead planner (full service) for our 2 day Indian wedding for ~400 people and she went above and beyond to make everything absolutely perfect. Kadzo truly is a fairy godmother! Kadzo and Eddie anticipated everything we could possibly need without us even having to think about it and managed to help us stay within budget by using their vast network of contacts. We also had a great team on the day of the reception, and Niassa and Whitney kept everything moving and seamless. I can’t stress enough how amazing they made this process (even while navigating a large cultural wedding) and I can’t recommend the team enough! -
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Amanda Sent on 12/06/2024Wonderful month-of coordination!
We would highly recommend IMPACT's month-of services! Eddie, Anna, and Linda helped pull everything together beautifully for our wedding day, even with a lot of DIY elements. The setup of all of our decor looked really meticulous and came together stunningly. We really appreciated all of their guidance in the months and especially weeks ahead, and for helping us realize when we were on track and should take a breather or what to prioritize leading up to the event. On our wedding day, IMPACT coordinators helped keep things moving to try to retain all the elements we wanted when certain elements ran longer than expected and for coordinating with our photographer and videographer to have all the key moments captured regardless. Their thorough timeline and run of show proved really helpful and provided a lot of peace of mind going into the weekend!
Also, IMPACT was the only month-of coordinator we came across that offered monthly check-in calls even prior to the month leading up, at which point we more consistently engaged with them in venue walk-throughs, timeline refinement, and vendor coordination. -
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Richard Sent on 11/23/2024Would Not Change a Thing
We were lucky enough to be matched with Kadzo West when we signed with IMPACT. She was phenomenal. My fiance and I knew nothing about wedding planning, and Kadzo was a calm and reassuring presence throughout the process. She helped us secure a venue that was perfect for us during one of the busiest wedding seasons of the year, and gave excellent recommendations for other vendors. We can't point to a single thing that went amiss on our day, which we largely attribute to Kadzo's expertise and meticulous planning. Can't say enough good things about the experience with IMPACT/Kadzoo. -
Minh Sent on 11/20/2024
Want a well coordinated wedding? Look no further
IMPACT Collective was wonderful. From the initial consultation with Eddie to meeting our lovely super duper organized wedding planner Star, they were awesome. If you have an event with a lot of moving parts, vendors, etc. You definitely need someone to coordinate all of that. Especially the closer you are to the event. Star had so many compliments from our other vendors to how organized it was. The day of the wedding, all of our guests complimented on how smooth the wedding which was very important for us as we don't like guests to sit around be bored and not know what's happening next. Would highly recommend IMPACT Collective 10/10 - much love - Tamana and Minh -
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Faridha Sent on 10/23/2024Impact Collective's professionalism made our wedding day perfect!
My husband and I cannot say enough good things about Eddie Fam from Impact Collective!! From the moment we began working together, he and his team made us feel completely at ease. Every detail was handled with such care and precision, and their creative ideas truly brought our dream wedding to life. They were incredibly organized, responsive, and made the entire planning process stress-free, allowing us to actually enjoy our engagement and wedding planning for the months leading up to the wedding. Impact Collective worked seamlessly to coordinate all the details of the wedding ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception was organized with all our vendors to include the Market 93 caterers, the flamenco band Trio Caliente, to the two belly dancers Kristi and Asal, the drummer Mohamed, the Decorator Charlotte Ramos (who also did the photo booth) and DJ Hussam….we had the “Dream team”!
Our wedding planner Eddie had everyone on plan and the timeline was perfect! He cared for our 180 guests and made sure everyone was comfortable, informed and had a great time eating, drinking and dancing! On the big day, everything ran smoothly, and we were able to focus on celebrating with our loved ones, knowing Eddie had everything under control. If you’re looking for someone who genuinely cares about making your day special, look no further! We are beyond grateful for all they did to make our wedding unforgettable. Sincerely Faridha Salama and Peter Korytnyk
IMPACT Collective - Weddings & Destinations's reply:
WOW FARIDHA! You are such a kind soul. It was truly an honor to serve you and Peter. I love your combined community and the gorgeous church and their friendly and knowledgable staff. It was such a pleasure to play a small roll in your big day. My favorite part was seeing you and Peter together gleaming, dancing, and enjoying the most important day of your life thus far. Thank you for allowing me to be part of your DREAM WEDDING! ~ Eddie, CEO -
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Salina Sent on 10/21/2024the professionals you need
Where to begin? Life savers I guess. We used the "month of" services. I'd tried to plan on my own, thinking it wouldn't be that bad. Well, never could I have pulled off what IMPACT has. Phenomenal! I highly recommend, as they are spectacular, and they're spectacular with ease. My spouse stepped in and selected IMPACT to help when I began to stress. Their professionalism is top notch. As a bride who definitely dealt with stressors, I always felt heard and understood by Eddie and his team! Meant the world to me personally. Never a moment we regretted selecting their services. If they recommended a vendor, that vendor was fantastic, knowledgeable, easy to communicate and work with, just like them. Think of the peace of mind you get when you know you're dealing with people who are reliable. Whether stepping in when I would reach my limit, or listening, or coming up with tips and advice, mostly on the fly, because a lot of this business is on the fly, they handled every detail like pros and kept us as a couple protected and relaxed. I can go on and on, if you need me to, just reach out. I'd do an ad for them any day! - signed incredibly happy customers, not just the couple, all our guests as well, 100+!IMPACT Collective - Weddings & Destinations's reply:
It was a true honor and blessing to serve you both on this most special occasion. Thank you soooo much for this kind and thoughtful review! -
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Elyud Sent on 08/22/2024Epitome of Professionalism
Eddie and the whole team at IMPACT were excellent from our first consultation all the way through the big day. They coordinated a 2-couple wedding with outstanding professionalism and attention to detail. They showed awesome cultural competence as this was an ethnic wedding for which they did not have previous experience in. However they took our directions in stride and delivered well in the end. They were hands-on throughout the day on the wedding day, constantly corresponding with the venue staff and other vendors to ensure seamless execution of the program flow. We whole-heartedly recommend their services to anyone looking to make their wedding day the most special it can be! -
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Elle Sent on 07/25/2024Real Wedding Magic
As an officiant, I had the good fortune to collaborate with IMPACT Collective. Eddie and Anna were thorough, organized, and most importantly - focused on the vision. Weddings have many moving parts, and they responded to every detail calmly, confidently, and successfully. The ceremony was beautiful, and I enjoyed officiating because I, as well our shared client, were in good hands. IMPACT Collective is clearly a seasoned wedding vendor, and they curated a wonderful wedding experience. I hope to work with them again in the future, and I highly recommend them for your event planning needs. -
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Jeremy Sent on 07/16/2024IMPACT Collective will make your day special.
Eddie and the team at IMPACT Collective were a joy to work with. They took note of our interests and offered creative and fun ways to incorporate them into our wedding. We are so glad we decided to work with them. we had a lot of DIY elements and the team at IMPACT worked tirelessly to bring our wedding to life and run the day smoothly. -
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Christina Sent on 06/12/2024Fantastic service for month-of coordination
Stephanie, Eddie, and the entire IMPACT Collective team went above and beyond to make our wedding special and stress-free! And when I say stress-free, as the bride, I was able to be 100% present for the day I had been planning for 7 months. I bought the month-of coordination package, and Stephanie was an absolute joy to work with. Highly recommend!IMPACT Collective - Weddings & Destinations's reply:
HUGE thanks for hiring us to coordinate your BIG DAY! It was truly our honor, joy, and privilege. Wishing you the best in life together! :) ~ Eddie, CEO -
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Jason Sent on 06/07/2024Amazing Team
Eddie and his team did a fantastic job for my Wife and I on our wedding day and leading up to it. They were amazing keeping the day moving smoothly and keeping us on schedule so everything we wanted to include happened. Leading up to it they helped ease my Wife nerves and make sure she felt prepared and supported. They were prepared and professional and really worked will with the other vendors.IMPACT Collective - Weddings & Destinations's reply:
LOVE reading this review. It means so much that we were able to impact your big day! Best wishes to you both ~ Eddie, CEO -
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Christine Sent on 06/06/202410/10 Would recommend
We couldn't have asked for a more perfect wedding planner than Kadzo West from Impact Collective. From the very first meeting, she listened to our vision and made it her mission to bring it to life. Every detail was meticulously planned and flawlessly executed, making our special day truly unforgettable. Her creativity, professionalism, and dedication were evident in every aspect of the planning process. She handled everything with grace and ease, allowing us to fully enjoy our wedding without any stress. The vendors she recommended were top-notch, and the coordination on the day of the event was seamless. Our guests are still raving about how beautiful and well-organized everything was. Kadzo & Impact went above and beyond to ensure that our day was magical. We are forever grateful for their hard work and highly recommend them to anyone looking for a wedding planner who will make their dream wedding a reality. Thank you, Kadzo & Impact, for giving us the best day of our lives!IMPACT Collective - Weddings & Destinations's reply:
Thank you Christine for trusting us with your big day! You and Matt were such a sweet couple from the start. Best wishes to you both on your move! ~ Eddie, CEO -
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James Sent on 06/05/2024Rainy Wedding Day? No Problem!
We used Impact for our September 2023 wedding in Vienna, VA and couldn’t have been happier. Clarice, our planner, and Eddie, the founder, were so reassuring of all of our wedding anxieties prior to the event and Clarice ran the show flawlessly day of. Despite a torrential downpour and a broken wedding dress strap, having her at the helm ensured a truly magical evening for us and our friends & family. Our month-of service was exactly what we needed and we were so grateful when Impact swooped in to tie together all of our previous planning. We would recommend Impact without any hesitation for any couples looking for expert guidance and planning in the potential chaos of planning their wedding.IMPACT Collective - Weddings & Destinations's reply:
We're so happy that you kept in touch and remembered us since your big day. Thank you for the kind words. We truly feel blessed. Best wishes! -
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Lynsey Sent on 05/16/2024No praise high enough!
We can't thank IMPACT, and our personal coordinator Morgan, enough for their incredible work on our wedding! Not only were they helpful with any and all questions that we had, but on the actual day of the wedding Morgan took care of every single detail that we needed her to and she did it seamlessly.IMPACT Collective - Weddings & Destinations's reply:
We loved working on your lovely wedding day. Thank you for the opportunity, it was our privilege. We wish you a lifetime of happiness! -
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Erin Sent on 04/15/2024Will use them again and again
Kadzo and her team at IMPACT continue to impress and reinforce why we have used them multiple years in a row. We have def pushed the boundaries on what we can and can't do and Kadzo makes our dreams come true. Can't wait for the next one!IMPACT Collective - Weddings & Destinations's reply:
Appreciate this awesome review! Thank you so much for your kind words about IMPACT. We would love to work with you again and again! -
Anna Sent on 04/13/2024
Great Experience
IMPACT Collective was such an integral part of the wedding day. They were professional and consistently present for any and all needs. Making everything flow effortlessly and without a h.itch. It was an amazing wedding filled with love laughter and memories made. I would highly recommend using them for any event you may haveIMPACT Collective - Weddings & Destinations's reply:
Appreciate this awesome review! Thank you so much for your kind words about IMPACT. Please keep in touch and we wish you the very best in life. You deserve it! -
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Nicole Sent on 03/07/2024Hands Down The Best!
When I first started my wedding planning journey, I had reached out to a handful of companies but Eddie Fam from IMPACT was the only one to pick up the phone and call me personally within hours of receiving my inquiry. That first impression is what sold me, but the fact that Eddie and his team were familiar with my venue immediately put me at ease and I was comfortable moving forward and working with them. I worked with Kadzo West for my month of planning, and all I have to say is that she is hands down the BEST coordinator ever! She was always available when I needed her, she was working behind the scenes to handle things I didn’t think of or even know until after the fact. Kadzo made the month leading up to the big day as stress free as possible. From reaching out to vendors, putting together the timeline for the day of the wedding, and to making sure I was able to actually enjoy my wedding day was more than I could have asked for. I would recommend Eddie and his team, especially Kadzo, 1000 times over!IMPACT Collective - Weddings & Destinations's reply:
Nicole, it was such an honor to work with you. You were pleasant, patient, and humble - the perfect bride! Thank you so much for your fabulous review. We're friends now, please stay in touch and congrats! -
Emily Sent on 01/02/2024
Amazing job done by amazing people
My husband and I opted for the month of wedding planner package and it did not disappoint. We got married NYE 2023 so planning the party of this size was no simple task. Kadzo West and her assistant from Impact Collective did an amazing job keeping my mind at ease the month prior throughout the wedding day itself. She was always calm, cool, collected, and level headed without being too pushy or directive . My husband and I could not have done it without impact (especially Kadzo)!IMPACT Collective - Weddings & Destinations's reply:
Hi Emily - so thankful for your kind words about our team and services. We LOVED celebrating your NYE wedding at Stone Tower. It was truly our privilege! ~ Eddie, CEO -
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Nicholas Sent on 11/08/2023Incredible planner w/ contagiously positive energy!
My wife and I worked with Stephanie M. for nearly 18 months with IMPACT Collective's partial planning package. I cannot emphasize enough that our wedding would not have come together without Stephanie, and it certainly felt like she went above and beyond the "partial" planning definition.
Perhaps more importantly than the planning and execution, Stephanie was a positive, energetic force throughout the entire process that turned a potentially stressful process into a fun and enjoyable experience.
Stephanie especially shined during the day of our wedding, flawlessly carrying out the logistics of our day and allowing us to enjoy the big day stress free! This included multiple room set-ups and decoration transfers, all in a tight timeline.
Eddie from IMPACT Collective was also great to work with. We had an intro meeting with Eddie and he handpicked Stephanie, who had done several weddings at our venue and the personality that we worked well with. The process at IMPACT is great at tailoring their services and staff to your specific needs.
I cannot emphasize our satisfaction with IMPACT and Stephanie enough, and would definitely recommend using their planning services for weddings!
IMPACT Collective - Weddings & Destinations's reply:
Wow, Nick - THANK YOU FOR THIS GLOWING REVIEW! You have no idea how much this means to us. We LOVED working with you and the new Mrs. Have a blessed day! ~Eddie, CEO -
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Lillian Sent on 11/04/2023Made our Day Memorable
When “Thank You” isn’t enough! We knew we were in good hands from the very first call and video conference with the IMPACT Team (Eddie) to inquire about a day-of coordinator. But let’s talk about our coordinator!! From handing over our vendor contacts and wedding party info, to the last dance, Gloria was the cornerstone of success of our wedding experience. My husband and I were looking for someone who would understand our vision and take over to handle the complexity of a city wedding with grace and expertise. Gloria surpassed our expectations in every way. Every detail was managed with precision and a personal touch that made us feel as though ours was the only wedding that mattered. Gloria was not just a day-of coordinator but an invaluable advisor, calming presence, and a sincere and wonderful soul. She navigated the challenges of organizing our wedding with consideration of our intricate culturally nuances, multiple ceremony and reception locations, and dispersed geographical location, making what could have been an overwhelming experience, seamless. Her coordination with the vendors on the before and on the day-of was like clockwork. She went above and beyond to ensure that not only us but all our guests felt taken care of. It allowed us to immerse ourselves fully in the joy and love of our special day, knowing that everything was under control. The commitment and passion Gloria brings to her work at IMPACT is evident in every interaction. Not once did we feel stressed about the timeline or flow of the day because she had it all under control. The decor was set up perfectly, each transition was smooth, and all the while, Gloria carried a warm smile, gently (and not so gently when needed!) guiding us through the festivities. When the church doors opened, i just remember her saying "take your time" and then it started. We are deeply grateful to Gloria and the team at IMPACT for making our wedding not just an event but a narrative that we will joyfully recount for years to come. If you are seeking a wedding coordinator in the DMV who will ensure your wedding day is as perfect as you imagined, choose IMPACT and ask for Gloria! She will not only meet your expectations but will unequivocally exceed them. Thank you, IMPACT, for making our wedding day genuinely the best day of our lives. Lillian & JustinIMPACT Collective - Weddings & Destinations's reply:
How SWEET is this review? Thank you so much Linda for choosing IMPACT Collective as your Month of Planner. We LOVED working with you both and feel completely honored and privileged. Your review melted our hearts! ~Eddie, CEO -
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David Sent on 10/30/2023Impact collective is amazing
My fiancé and I finally decided to pull the trigger and get married. We knew we needed help from a professional as we both work full time and don’t have the experience or time to plan our own wedding. As we began our search, we came across Impact Collective. The owner, Eddie, spoke with us and explained how the process works and presented us with the different packages. We chose the package that didn’t require them to help us find a venue since we already chose a venue. Within a couple of days, we were introduced to Stephanie. Stephanie was amazing and a blessing throughout the wedding planning process. She set up all our consultation appointments, helped us negotiate with the different vendors, and gave us monthly tasks of things that needed to be done. Stephanie responded quickly, listened to our concerns, and eased the stressful wedding planning. Day of the wedding, we had a situation where a bridal party member was not able to participate in the wedding. After explaining to Stephanie the situation, she quickly went into action and found a solution before the ceremony started. We couldn’t have gotten through this wedding without Stephanie. We appreciate Stephanie and her team for making our dream day come true. We recommend Impact Collective and Stephanie to all who are starting their wedding planning journey!IMPACT Collective - Weddings & Destinations's reply:
David, I remember when you and Connie first met met at Starbucks for our first consultation. Based on our shared love for pizza, I knew right away that IMPACT would be a great fit for you. Thanks for letting us help plan your wedding journey. It was an honor! ~Eddie, CEO -
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Mychal Sent on 10/09/2023A Year of Planning, A Lifetime of Memories with Impact Collective!
We recently had the pleasure of working with Impact Collective for our wedding at The Hay-Adams in Washington, DC, and we cannot recommend them highly enough. From the onset, our full-service planner, Linda, showcased an exceptional level of dedication, creativity, and expertise.
One of the standout qualities of Linda's service was her impeccable communication. Throughout the year, no query was too minor, no concern too trivial. Linda ensured that we were always in the loop, responding promptly and effectively to every one of our needs. Her recommendations for vendors were spot on, and her keen eye for style and design transformed our venue into a dreamscape.
In addition to the main event at The Hay Adams, Linda flawlessly orchestrated our rehearsal dinner and Sunday brunch at different locations. Each event flowed seamlessly into the next, creating a weekend-long celebration that our guests are still raving about.
The wedding weekend itself was nothing short of perfection. If there were any issues at any of the events, they were completely invisible to us. This is a true testament to Linda’s supreme problem-solving skills and her intense focus on ensuring that our experience remained flawless.
Their genuine passion for crafting memorable experiences makes Impact Collective the ideal choice for any couple seeking a full-service wedding planner. We are forever grateful to Linda and the team for their dedication, hard work, and for making our wedding weekend an absolute dream come true.IMPACT Collective - Weddings & Destinations's reply:
Mychal - seriously - it was OUR HONOR to work with you and your beloved bride. Thank you SO MUCH for your kind and thoughtful words. It means the world! -
Umar Sent on 09/04/2023
International Spy Museum - Aug 2023
Impact Collective truly excelled at our August 2023 wedding at the International Spy Museum in Washington D.C.
Working with Eddie (Month of Coordinator), Linda (Event Support), and Audrey (Day of Assistant) was a pleasure, and their teamwork in preparing and executing our wedding was highly effective. Impact Collective expertly coordinated and managed 8 different vendors for our special day.
Prior to the wedding, Eddie and I had several productive meetings during which he provided invaluable preparation advice. In the week leading up to the event, we encountered some vendor paperwork issues with the venue, and Eddie promptly resolved these critical issues—his quick action and communication skills were a lifesaver. During the wedding itself, Eddie and Audrey flawlessly executed the wedding plan, making instinctive adjustments as needed, ensuring a seamless flow throughout the event.
Furthermore, Audrey was an exceptional Day of Assistant to my wife, offering invaluable support in various aspects, including dress assistance, food and drink service, logistics, and communication.
In summary, the Impact Collective team is a pleasure to work with. They are attentive, thorough, respectful, empathetic, and clearly passionate about what they do. We have complete trust in their ability to handle any future events.IMPACT Collective - Weddings & Destinations's reply:
Thank you Umar for this wonderful review. We truly enjoyed working with you and your beloved bride. She is blessed to have you. Now we consider you a friend! ~ Eddie, CEO -
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Sarah Sent on 08/19/2023Day of coordinator
While we didn't work with a planner throughout the process, my sister suggested we could use a day of coordinator and boy, was she right. Eddie has wedding superpowers. He thought of the smallest details without overwhelming us at all. He was totally there for us and it was so great to have him on our team that day. Highly recommend!IMPACT Collective - Weddings & Destinations's reply:
OMG! "Wedding Superpowers"!?! That's now my favorite description of IMPACT ever. Love it. You and your family was such a delight to serve. Thank you for your kindness and thoughtfulness. It was truly my honor. I wish you both the BEST in life! ~ Eddie, CEO -
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Thomas Sent on 08/17/2023Gloria and Eddie were invaluable on our wedding day!
Gloria and Eddie were so, so great for us on our wedding day and build up to it. We were fortunate enough to have Gloria as our Month-of coordinator, and she went above and beyond to keep us on task and organized for our wedding day last month. And we were very fortunate to have both Gloria and Eddie present on our special day – they were an excellent team and an essential part of our evening: they both worked together to make sure we felt prioritized during the evening and that anything that might have been stressful came to them and was immediately resolved. And they were both so encouraging…we really felt like we’d known them for years – they absolutely belonged at our wedding and I can’t imagine having done it without them. Thank you both so much for all of your efforts leading up to and on our wedding day.IMPACT Collective - Weddings & Destinations's reply:
Thomas, wow! Thank you so much for your kind words and generous tip. We are so grateful and humbled to work with you and your beautiful wife. I'd do it all over again for free! :) ~ Eddie, CEO -
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Jenny Sent on 07/18/2023Eddie fam and impact are a game changer!
IMPACT was exactly what we were looking for when we started to plan our wedding. Eddie and Stephanie were super patient with all our questions during the entire planning process and especially the month leading up to our wedding. We honestly couldn’t have asked for a better team of professionals to make our day the most amazing day ever! Stephanie is just simply amazing, so sweet, down to earth and personable!
Stephanie and her team provided anything and everything we needed. She handled our complex family and friends perfectly and anticipated our needs before we even needed to ask. We recommend them highly! You guys are incredible! Thank you so much and God bless you all!
IMPACT Collective - Weddings & Destinations's reply:
GOD BLESS YOU TOO JENNY! You are such a sweetheart. Thank you immensely for these kind words and acknowledgement. You have no idea how much this means to us. It was our honor to serve you and love the pics! -
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Benji Sent on 07/13/2023Amazing experience
Impact really does it ALL. They made the entire process so much more enjoyable and jumped on every task in stride. Would work with them again in a heartbeat.IMPACT Collective - Weddings & Destinations's reply:
Thanks Benji, we feel the same about you! We appreciate your kind words, encouragement, and amazing support! -
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Kate Sent on 06/05/2023Gratitude eternal for Impact Collective!
We sincerely could not have pulled off the wedding of our dreams without Michelle from IMPACT collective. Several weeks ago we threw a *very* logistically complicated wedding (ceremony on the National Mall, where the permit includes the space but you need to bring in your own chairs, flowers, mics, speakers, etc - and load in, get married, and load out with surgical precision all within 2 hours; reception in Brookland with transport for guests in between). We also had several unique requests and a big design vision for the reception that required tons of a) sleuthing far and wide - and finding! - unconventional vendors and b) coordination between many vendors to bring it all to life. To top all of that, we found out several days before the wedding that a motorcycle ride would be shutting down the streets around our ceremony right around the time of the wedding, which uprooted an already complex set of logistical considerations and involved further coordination among the national park service, motorcycle club and local police. (All were lovely and responsive, and a bit light on details of the particular road closures.) One might think a bride would look at the situation and simply melt into a puddle of anxiety and tears. Not so! While Michelle handled … everything … my partner and I got to sip champagne and spend this rare and coveted time with all of our family and friends who had come into town for the occasion. Our wedding went off without a hitch and I could not be more grateful to Michelle, Eddie and the IMPACT team for all of their support. We had reached out to IMPACT after being ghosted by another wedding planner and coming to the realization that we didn’t have bandwidth to do everything ourselves. They responded to our needs immediately, and struck a great balance of listening to what we wanted and advising how to make to make it happen. If you’re still on the fence about enlisting their services, just remember the investment in Impact isn’t just an extra set of hands. It’s an investment in your sanity. And maybe a government and motorcycle club liaison. :)IMPACT Collective - Weddings & Destinations's reply:
AWESOME REVIEW KATE! Thanks so much for your detailed account of our services on your BIG DAY! It was truly our honor and privilege to serve you and handle these complex logistics. Your words are too kind and hit us right in the heart!
~ Eddie, Founder of IMPACT
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