Firmly Rooted Events

in navigating all of the decisions and logistics that come with planning a wedding. What we especially appreciated about Rachel was how down-to-earth and authentic she was. From the beginning, we felt completely comfortable with her and knew we could lean on her, ask any and all questions, and trust that we would get a thoughtful and honest perspective. She brought such a calming, approachable presence to the planning process while still being incredibly organized and on top of every detail. Rachel also did an amazing job bringing everything together across our venue and vendor team, adapting as things shifted and making sure everyone was aligned going into the weekend. On the wedding day, we were able to be completely present and enjoy ourselves because we trusted that she had everything handled behind the scenes. We felt genuinely supported and taken care of throughout the entire process and are so grateful Rachel was part of our wedding. We truly cannot recommend her enough!

with the day-of timeline. During the wedding day, we know there were many things behind the scenes that were handled without us even being aware of it. We truly had the most amazing day and could be in the moment knowing everything was being taken care of. We would highly recommend them!

about three months before our wedding, after initially thinking I didn’t need a day-of coordinator. Pinterest apparently knew better than I did, because every “Things Brides Wish They Had Done Differently” list included “Hire a day-of coordinator.” THANK GOD I LISTENED. From my first interaction with Firmly Rooted Events, I was impressed. I immediately received confirmation emails, forms/questionnaires, and a one-hour Zoom meeting so they could get to know us and understand what we needed. After meeting with the owner, she matched us with Liz — and it could not have been a more perfect match. Liz introduced herself, scheduled a Zoom call with us, and from there she was OFF AND RUNNING. She asked questions about things we had never even thought about, contacted all our vendors and services, got everyone on the same page, created our timeline, attended our 30-day venue meeting, stayed involved in countless emails, and responded incredibly quickly and thoroughly. She immediately put my mind at ease. From the beginning, I told Liz my biggest request was simple: I wanted us and our guests to have a good time, and I did NOT want people coming up to me on our wedding day asking where to go, what to do, what was happening next, or how something should be handled. I wanted to be present at my own wedding. And that is EXACTLY what she gave me. Liz brought an assistant on the wedding day, and by the time I arrived, everything was already rolling. I didn’t have to oversee anything, manage anyone, or answer a million questions. I trusted the process — and was absolutely not disappointed. Liz and her assistant were my calming center for the ENTIRE day and night. They checked in just enough to make sure I didn’t need anything while taking EVERYTHING off my shoulders. Between guests, vendors and staff, they helped manage more than 200 people that day, and from my perspective, everything went off without a hitch. And if there WERE hitches? I never knew about them. They didn’t bring problems to me or give me a post-wedding rundown of what went wrong behind the scenes. They just handled it. Even our guests noticed and complimented how sweet, helpful and organized they were. One of my favorite examples: a couple attending had a young child at home with a sitter. The husband accidentally left his phone at home, then the wife’s phone died. Somehow, Liz appeared out of nowhere with a HANDFUL OF PHONE CHARGERS TO THE RESCUE. 😂 That sums up the entire experience — before you even realized there might be a problem, Liz was already there with a solution. If you’re debating whether you “really need” a day-of coordinator, YOU DO. And if you have the opportunity to work with Firmly Rooted Events and Liz, do it. Because of Liz and her assistant, I didn’t spend our wedding managing timelines, vendors, guests, questions or problems. I got to actually be there. I got to enjoy my husband, our family, our friends and the wedding we spent so much time planning. That is priceless. Best. Company. Ever. Zero regrets. All the appreciation. 10/10 — I cannot recommend Firmly Rooted Events and Liz enough. ❤️

d her team were nothing short of amazing- from months before our wedding until the very end of our event, and even checking in with us afterwards. We were considering a few other options for day-of coordination, but after our first meeting with Rachel we knew FRE was perfect for us! The entire team is so down to earth, knowledgeable, and passionate about what they do- and it shows in every detail. THANK YOU Firmly Rooted for making our day run perfectly!

hoebe did such an amazing job and helped us with everything that we needed so we could just focus on enjoying our wedding. Liz was our main coordinator and she was beyond fantastic- she is so kind and fun and was such a grounding presence the month or so before our wedding and helped us so much with all the final details and a few venue issues we had. Rachel was also so kind and helpful in the consultation and all the tips she sent leading up to our wedding. The team event sent us a folder of pictures and videos right after our wedding which was such a nice surprise. I truly feel like the whole FRE team went above and beyond and we loved working with them so much!

th and went above and beyond to make sure everything ran smoothly during our wedding weekend. We had peace of mind ahead of our big day knowing that Rachel was involved in our process and had already thought through every single detail we would have otherwise forgotten. Seamless, warm, and incredibly professional - I could not recommend them enough!

y and she went above and beyond our expectations. Leading up to the wedding, she was responsive, organized, and took the time to answer all of our questions and to coordinate with our vendors. She helped us stay organized which gave us peace of mind before the big day. On the wedding day, she made sure every last detail was accounted for and in order. She was an incredible leader and always had a smile on her face throughout the evening. Firmly Rooted are true professionals and we can't thank them enough for managing our big day.

time to dedicate to planning my wedding in the months leading up. If you do not have that experience, I would recommend you choose a bigger package from Firmly Rooted so you can benefit from their expertise. Rachel maintained clear communication, and a calm demeanor throughout the entire process.

e. Their attention to detail, communication, and professionalism were exceptional. They took the time to understand our vision and helped bring it to life while keeping everything on track behind the scenes. On the wedding day, they coordinated every detail seamlessly, allowing us, our families, and our wedding party to relax and fully enjoy the celebration without worrying about logistics. What impressed us most was their ability to anticipate needs before they arose and handle everything with a calm, positive attitude. The day flowed perfectly, and we received countless compliments from our guests about how smooth and well-organized everything felt. If you're looking for a wedding planning team that genuinely cares about your experience and will go above and beyond to make your day special, Firmly Rooted Events is an outstanding choice. We are so grateful for everything they did to make our wedding day unforgettable.

s occasions. On the wedding day itself, we felt completely relaxed and at ease, knowing there was a dedicated team working behind the scenes to ensure everything ran perfectly was truly priceless! You don't fully appreciate just how many moving pieces go into a wedding until you're in the thick of it. Firmly Rooted Events handled every last detail with care, so we could be fully present and simply enjoy the most important day of our lives.

azz was absolutely a rockstar on the day of the wedding. We didn’t have to worry about a thing, which made the night stress free!! I highly recommend working with this team if you want to feel total prepared, not worry about setting up day of logistics with other vendors, and have a supportive team surrounding you on your special day. Can’t say enough great things!

ery step of the way. One of the most meaningful things they did was completely unexpected—since we didn’t have a videographer, Liz took it upon herself to record videos of our speeches. We didn’t even think to ask, and we are so grateful because those moments are something we will truly cherish forever. That level of thoughtfulness and care meant the world to us. The entire team helped bring our vision to life so beautifully. The space looked incredible, and everything came together even better than we imagined. The timeline they created for the day was flawless, and they were extremely responsive and available both leading up to and during the wedding, which made the entire experience so smooth and stress-free. We are beyond grateful for their hard work in making our wedding day so special, and we would absolutely recommend Firmly Rooted Events to any couples getting married in the area.

planning process, Rachel raised questions we'd never thought to consider, approached our more out-there hopes and dreams with a can-do attitude, and always left us feeling she was just as excited to collaborate with us on our big day. Rachel had an easy working relationship with the vendors we brought on, and helped steer conversations with them for our benefit. My wife and I had a great experience working with Firmly Rooted Events, would highly recommend them to anyone :)

crastinator, so having a team as thoughtful, detail-oriented, and organized as Firmly Rooted was beyond helpful. They made sure we covered all our bases and truly helped create the celebration of our dreams. They handled so many wedding “puzzle pieces” that a first-timer like me wouldn’t have thought of and had no experience with. They offered suggestions when asked, but more importantly, they took the time to help my partner and me get to the root (no pun intended!) of what we wanted our big day to feel like. The team is thorough, punctual, knowledgeable, and incredibly professional; everything you could hope for in a coordination team. If you’re questioning the value of their services, scroll no further: they are absolutely worth every penny. You will not regret having them involved as you plan your wedding. Wishing Firmly Rooted a phenomenal 2026 and beyond. You truly rock at what you do, and your dedication to your craft is evident in every detail.

ient, down to earth, and helpful during the planning process and day of. She reminded us of important details, like eating breakfast on the wedding day, helping us stay on track, but not being controlling or pushy when we were running slightly late. She’s there to make sure the day goes how you want it. We were thrilled we had her and her team supporting us and managing all the details so we could truly enjoy our day. 

nning process. Her communication and attention to detail gave us so much peace of mind and made everything feel manageable and well-supported. On our wedding day, Claire and Jaz were nothing short of amazing, even in the middle of a Chicago snowstorm! They went above and beyond to make sure our vision came to life exactly as we had dreamed, and they did it with warmth, kindness, and so much joy. We felt so cared for every step of the way. We cannot recommend Firmly Rooted Events highly enough and are endlessly grateful for Rachel, Claire, and Jaz for making our wedding day so magical.

the planning process. She was extremely detailed from the beginning. From our initial call she asked excellent questions and made sure to capture what was important to me and husband vs what other people may want. She crafted an amazing timeline, lead our rehearsal, and ensured everyone felt comfortable with their duties for the day of. For the wedding day, Rachel & her entourage were nothing but professional. They set our smaller decor items up perfectly with little direction as I was overwhelmed. They kept everyone on time. Rachel also took photos & video (to my surprise as we did not have a videographer). This was very special to have and I was so grateful to receive after the wedding. She captured things I wasn't able to see on the wedding day that I had spent time planning ahead of time (table settings & flower arrangements, memory table, dessert table). I could not recommend FRE more. Start to finish they were organized, detailed, friendly, responsive, respectful, easy to work with. They truly made our wedding day memorable and run so smoothly!

ollowing up on details, handling problems calmly and with good humor they made sure that Hayley and Spencer's special day--albeit snowy--was magical! ~Jennifer Reynolds Mother-of-the-Bride

line, handled vendor communications, and lead the venue walk-through which helped smooth over so many potential challenges ahead of the big day. She lead the rehearsal with our wedding party and helped make sure everyone knew any key information they needed and were where they needed to be. Rachel also offered to review our contracts in the months leading up to the wedding, and was so helpful answering any questions we had which made us feel so well covered in the overwhelming process of planning a wedding. On the big day Rachel and team did a phenomenal job setting up and breaking down all our decor items so our loved ones could be fully present, and were so lovely to work with troubleshooting any challenges. We are so grateful that our close friend recommended the Firmly Rooted Events team to us and we cannot imagine our day their efforts!!

a and immediately felt inclined to reach out. Rachel was incredibly informative, organized, and personable from the start. While we used them for coordination services and not formal planning services, they provided resources to help us finish up our planning in the final months before the wedding. Tori was our lead coordinator and her and Rachel helped keep us on track when my wedding-addled bride brain was getting overwhelmed. When it came to timeline planning, they answered our questions, entertained our ideas, provided their own, and made us the perfect timeline for our day. Tori kept us all on track and task for our rehearsal. Tori and Rachel communicated so well with our other vendors that we didn’t even really realize it and didn’t have to worry about a thing. Our wedding ran very smoothly and I don’t think that would have happened without Firmly Rooted Events. The one issue we did have that day, Tori was able to jump on it immediately and get it sorted. The rest of the team that was there with us that night was also fantastic. They were all fun, engaged, and eagle eyed the whole night. We deeply enjoyed working with them all and if we had to do our wedding over again, we’d work with them again in a heartbeat. (Also, if you choose to follow them on social media, you’ll get to see pictures of the multiple corgis the team has so that’s a win in and of itself.)

edding, she helped me review vendor contracts, stay on top of deadlines, create a timeline, provide advice, answer questions, and more. She helped me plan and prepare for things that I would not have thought about otherwise. The day of the wedding was seamless and it was awesome to not have to worry about any details so I could be in the moment. I am SO thankful and grateful for her help. 10/10 recommend!!!

h us to make sure everything was in place and that we were prepared for all the curveballs. Thank you so much for making the best day of my life (so far) possible!

dance. I met Rachel at a wedding expo at our venue, and felt we instantly hit it off. After our phone consultation, I knew she was the perfect fit. She was so friendly, warm, and genuinely invested in making our day go smoothly. Rachel was super responsive to all my questions and a huge help in creating our timeline. Her resource guides were super informative and led us to hiring an amazing florist. She ran our rehearsal efficiently and made sure everyone knew exactly what to do. On the wedding day, she was absolutely incredible. It was such a relief not to have to worry about the details or logistics. Having her handle cleanup and pack everything up for us was an absolute lifesaver, especially since my husband and I were totally exhausted by the end of the night. As a wonderful surprise, she also took candid photos and videos during the day and sent them to us afterward, this was such a thoughtful touch! I love having those candid moments to look at while we wait for our professional photos and video. Highly, highly recommend hiring Rachel. She made our wedding day stress-free and seamless!

kept the night running so smoothly! The also sent us some pictures and videos they had taken throughout the day, which was so nice to receive the day after our wedding!

us to leave with! She is so professional, sweet, and experienced beyond her years! It was so nice to have her for more than even just on the wedding day being that she was there for our final walk-through, for a timeline meeting, and at the rehearsal! It truly felt like we had a friend looking out for us the whole day, which felt so good! You need Rachel on your wedding day!

r booked us true peace of mind. And my family loved her too!

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rience will forever stand out when I think back on my wedding. They’re all so helpful, organized, accommodating and were truly a rock in the storm of stress that comes with wedding planning. I would recommend these lovely ladies to anyone who’s planning their wedding, I don’t know what I would have done without them! 

n track during the arduous planning process, and consistently reached out to give us tips, resources, and support. They executed our lofty vision with grace and expertise. Despite a few mishaps and stressful moments, Rachel was able to think on her feet, pivot, and made sure our experience was still fantastic. Thank you all so much for being kind, calm, and organized. It's exactly what we needed for our big day!

she help with finding the best vendors (and as someone with decision fatigue, this was huge), she helped make everything work within our budget, and was so helpful and prompt with all of the questions we had. On our wedding day, she and her fellow coordinator, Jazz, made sure everything ran smoothly. They made sure I had my reception shows on time, that we had something to eat as soon as the reception was done, and even helped fix our signature drink quickly when we realized we gave our bar tenders the wrong recipe. Our wedding day was amazing and we credit Rachel and Firmly Rooted Events for allowing us to take it all in while they took care of the details. We highly recommend working with Firmly Rooted Events for your wedding day!

uestions or offer helpful advice. She made everything feel so much more manageable and stress-free. On the wedding day itself, it was clear that things would not have run nearly as smoothly without Rachel and Tori. They created a timeline that prioritized what we wanted and stayed calm and solution-focused, even when the unexpected happened. For example, when one of our vases broke during photos before the ceremony even started, Tori rushed to the store to replace it without hesitation, making sure everything looked perfect before guests arrived. And when I realized I had forgotten to put on my veil just minutes before walking down the aisle, Rachel found it and brought it to me in no time at all. They were thoughtful, responsive, and truly on top of everything. We felt so supported every step of the way and genuinely couldn’t have asked for a better team. If you're looking for someone who will go above and beyond for your wedding, Rachel and her team are it!

ing Rachel really took the work away from us/our moms/other family members - everyone was truly able to enjoy themselves the morning of and throughout the day. Rachel is very organized and didn't miss a single detail when preparing the timeline for our wedding day. She is also so kind and easy to work with. You can really feel the passion she has for her business and we were very impressed with her communication throughout the whole process! Even before the wedding day, it was helpful having her at the final walkthrough a few weeks before the wedding - from there she took over vendor communication so I did not feel stressed about any details the weeks leading up to the wedding. It was also helpful to have Rachel at our rehearsal to coordinate the processional and go over last minute items for the next day. If you are looking for a day of coordinator, I highly recommend Firmly Rooted Events! Hiring Rachel ensured we were able to enjoy our wedding day.

support and details about how to stay on track with planning, and helped everything run smoothly the day of. They helped bring our vision to life! The day of our celebration party there were a few unexpected hiccups but Nikilett handled everything super well to the point that I didn't even realize things were being dealt with behind the scenes! She even save the day by having some spray on deodorant on her :) Truly so happy with our experience!

also played a key role in coordinating with all of our vendors leading up to the wedding, which took so much stress off our plates. On the day of our wedding, Rachel and Jazz worked behind the scenes to make sure everything was perfect. They helped with setup and made sure every detail was in place before guests arrived. Their support allowed us to be fully present and soak in every moment. We’re so grateful to have had them by our side and can’t recommend them enough!

ran as smoothly as possible. She made sure to check in with us. Got everything set up the way we wanted it to. She has many years of experience in the wedding industry and helped us put together the perfect timeline. We received bonus picture and videos throughout the day which we loved. We highly recommend her team for your next event! Thank you Rachel!

hem, they were organized, responsive, and genuinely invested in making our day special. Rachel was a huge support throughout the planning process. She answered all of my (many!) questions with patience and care, helped us build a detailed and realistic timeline, and offered thoughtful advice every step of the way. She made the planning feel manageable and less overwhelming, which meant so much. Tori stepped in as our point person in the weeks leading up to the wedding and was a total rockstar. She communicated with all of our vendors to walk through the timeline, troubleshoot any potential issues, and ensure everyone was on the same page. On the wedding day itself, she kept everything running smoothly behind the scenes so that we could truly relax and be present. I didn’t have to worry about a single thing because I knew Tori had it handled. Their coordination, professionalism, and genuine kindness made the entire experience feel calm, clear, and joyful. I can say with complete confidence that our wedding would not have been possible without them. If you’re even remotely considering a coordinator—hire them. It was hands down the best decision we made during the planning process.

oughtfulness, attention, and care. I deeply appreciate you!

felt incredibly supported by this team. Even though we only booked day-of coordination, Rachel is available for questions and help every step of the way. All team members I worked with were extremely communicative and provided quick responses. You can tell they strive to provide above and beyond service, and they certainly succeed at this! Our wedding day was seamless, and our day-of team was on top of every little detail. If there were any issues, I was not aware of them. I can't imagine our wedding without the Firmly Rooted Events team. I truly credit them as being a very big reason as to why our day turned out so perfect!

all details so that everything ran smoothly. She made sure that any issues did not come to us so that we could just enjoy the day. We highly recommend Rachel to anyone looking for planning/coordinator services!

out our entire planning process. Rachel reviewed ALL of our proposed contracts with vendors – venue, caterer, hotel, florist, DJ, transportation – catching little details that we would have missed and raising questions we didn’t think to ask. She provided suggestions on vendors and answered any questions we had at any point in the process. A few weeks before our wedding, we had a call with Rachel to co-create an extremely detailed and thorough timeline for the day of the wedding. This timeline alone was well worth the cost of hiring Rachel/FRE! It wasn’t so much about following the timeline to the minute; simply having the timeline gave us so much peace of mind and allowed us to go into our wedding day knowing that we’d thought through all the important logistical/timing aspects and had a plan – a rock-solid one – for the day’s events. Come rehearsal and wedding day, Rachel and her team were on top of everything and helped put all the final pieces into place, working seamlessly with all of our other vendors. (Rachel, by the way, also contacted each of our vendors in the weeks leading up to the wedding and made sure they had copies of our timeline.) Rachel also provided a host of other resources that helped at various stages – a budget template, a tipping guide for vendors, suggestions for an emergency kit for any day-of issues, a last-minute checklist. On top of all this, Rachel is a joy to work with personally. She’s kind, patient, warm and smart and has great planning instincts. We truly cannot recommend Rachel enough. Hire her! You won’t be disappointed.

acts to make sure that we weren’t missing any important deadlines. Rachel was super responsive, and always willing to answer any questions that we had. We super appreciated that we could have open communication with them for a couple months before our big day, and that it wasn’t limited to the month of or few weeks before. They also created a few checklists for us, to make sure that we weren’t forgetting anything. If a planner or coordinator isn’t in your budget, absolutely 100% recommend finding a way to make it work. Totally worth the money!!

ersonable. I cannot thank Rachel enough for everything she did for us throughout the whole planning process of the wedding. She ensured our day went off without any issues and everything timing wise was perfect. I could not recommend anyone better than Rachel and Firmly Rooted Events. Thank you, Rachel!!