Jodi Raphael Events

ty itself including the music, entertainment/dancers, décor, vendor coordination, and day-of execution. This allowed us to stay present and focused on our daughter and the meaning of the occasion. Jodi and her team also planned a fantastic out-of-towners dinner the night before and a brunch the morning after, both of which were thoughtfully coordinated and ran effortlessly. Throughout the process, Jodi (and team) was calm, responsive, and incredibly organized, anticipating issues before they came up and keeping everything on track without it ever feeling rigid or stressful. The result was a beautiful, high-energy celebration and a truly enjoyable weekend for our whole family and friends (almost everyone noted it was the best party they had ever attended). We are very grateful and highly recommend Jodi Raphael to anyone planning an event.

riage equality. We told Jodi and her team we wanted an upscale version of our original wedding, which had been a clambake on an island in Boston Harbor. We gave them pictures, a menu, a playlist, and a description of the vibe we were looking for. With only a couple of meetings with Jodi and her team, they not only nailed it, they went above and beyond. The experience was stress-free and enjoyable. Our friends are still talking about it months later.

But don’t worry if you don’t — they’ll create one for you. Eight years earlier, our other daughter was married, so this was not our first rodeo. We knew what we liked — and what we didn’t — so our expectations were extremely high. Let’s start with what my wife and I consider the most valuable quality in a wedding planner: communication. Jodi and her staff were available to us 24/7, always ready to listen, answer questions, and offer honest, thoughtful advice. Their responsiveness and professionalism were unmatched. Jodi’s list of vendors is truly first-class. She’ll help you stay within budget while surrounding you with a dream team — from photography and flowers to lighting, music, stationery, venues, and rentals. Everyone worked together seamlessly, all focused on one goal: making our night magical. We were fortunate to host our wedding at the Omni Seaport Hotel, and Jodi’s familiarity with the venue and staff made the entire process effortless. From booking rooms to coordinating catering, she navigated every detail flawlessly. Her precision with timelines ensured that everything ran smoothly — no surprises, no stress. When 6:30 p.m. arrived, we were rehearsed, prepared, and ready to go. We chose not to see the ceremony room or the ballroom until “showtime,” wanting to experience it for the first time alongside our guests. Our expectations were sky-high, and yet we were blown away. As we walked our daughter down the aisle, the room was pure magic. That feeling only grew when we entered the ballroom — my wife and I actually paused in awe just to take it all in. The lighting, the draping, the candles, the flowers, the band — nine months of planning captured in “One Shining Moment.” On behalf of our entire family and our new son-in-law’s family, thank you, Jodi Raphael Events, for making our dream come true.

g with Jodi and her team. 10/10 

made both the planning process and the wedding day completely stress-free. Our celebration was a small restaurant wedding in the North End, which came with unique challenges—navigating the busy Feast and creating an untraditional guest experience. Jodi and her team transformed those challenges into something truly special, crafting a seamless and unforgettable day. I found myself gasping at every detail, each one so thoughtfully planned and beautifully executed. We are forever grateful to have worked with them—they are simply the best!

re everything went smoothly, which it did, and to make sure the couple and guests knew everything they needed to know at the right time. Everyone on Jodi's team was friendly and excited to make the day successful, and they were incredibly organized. It was a joy to work with them, and I would welcome the opportunity to do so again. I would definitely recommend any couple to hire Jodi's planning services! TheRabbiNoyo.com // IG & TT: @Rabbi.Noyo

tertainment vendor, we work closely with the planning team and so we need to be aligned on every aspect of the event. Working with Jodi and Sue was a breeze, and it was apparent that our mutual clients felt the same. Looking forward to the next event!

ything run more smoothly than we could have ever imagined on the day of (and for the months leading up to) our wedding. Everyone we encountered within their team and beyond was a pleasure to work with, even the ones working behind the scenes. They were patient with us, they took time to understand our vision, they brought unique ideas to our attention, it was easy to be honest with them, they were timely and they put at ease any worries or questions we had. It is clear the team is on the same page, organized, pays close attention to detail and puts the couples desires first while also offering their advice and expertise. They work with experienced vendors who we also had great experiences with from stationary, flowers, photographer, videographer, hair, makeup, band, venue, etc. - you name it, they know the BEST someone for the job. I can’t recommend working with them enough. I put my full faith and trust into JRE and they over achieved every expectation.

for our wedding. She was great about choosing vendors that matched our vision, and we had a spectacular night without having to worry about the small details. One of Jodi's particular strengths is her creativity and design, which is something I struggle with. Jodi executed on my vision (which admittedly was very vague) and it came out better than I could have ever expected. Our guests were so impressed by our big day and we are still getting compliments months later. I would highly recommend Jodi and the whole JRE team!

-on. We were able to enjoy every moment without a worry. Our guests couldn’t stop complimenting how beautiful everything was. I would definitely book JRE again for any future events!

to fruition. Jodi and her team worked tirelessly to ensure that our wedding day went on without a hiccup. From day one working with them, we knew we had the best team. Jodi and her team at JRE should be everyone’s first choice when planning a wedding!

ve. They spent a tremendous number of hours working to help our family create the wedding of our daughter’s dreams. Jodi’s recommendation for who to use for vendors were top notch. The timeline Jodi and her team created for our wedding day was invaluable and kept everything moving along smoothly, allowing us to enjoy the day without any worries. This is actually the second time we have worked with Jodi. She was in attendance at our daughter’s bat mitzvah years ago and that was a wonderful event, but this wedding was one for the books. We are still getting calls all these weeks after the wedding about how stunningly beautiful it was. Thank you to everyone from Jodi Raphael events for making this day perfect.

with the most minute details on the wedding day, many of which we would not have thought of on our own. We selected most of Jodi’s recommended vendors, but we also selected a few on our own. Nevertheless, Jodi worked with all our vendors seamlessly, and she made them all part of the team. Most importantly, Jodi executed Briana’s vision for her wedding to perfection, and we could not have done it without her. In addition, Jodi and her team were incredibly responsive during the more than yearlong process, as no email or phone call went unanswered for more than an hour or two, including weekends, and Jodi was always there for us. We cannot thank her and her team enough, and we highly recommend JRE for your wedding planning needs.

process. They also did a fantastic job with our rehearsal dinner and farewell brunch. Each event was smoothly coordinated and beautifully executed, ensuring an enjoyable experience for us and our guests. On our wedding day, everything went perfectly. Our guests praised the celebration, and everyone had a wonderful time. We couldn't have asked for a better team to make our weekend unforgettable. Highly recommend!

and her team were organized, responsive, and incredibly supportive. They took the time to understand our unique vision, offering creative suggestions and expert guidance every step of the way. Their meticulous attention to detail ensured that everything ran smoothly on our big day, allowing us to relax and savor every moment. We are so grateful for their hard work and unwavering commitment to making our wedding the most magical day of our lives. Thank you, Jodi Raphael Events, for exceeding our expectations and turning our dreams into reality!

tails. They even had a lint roller for my gown's hemline. Jodi is an exceptional wedding planner who the day so very special.

ed whatever decisions we made. The event itself was spectacular…the decor, the vendors, the flow of the party, and everyone raved about it. Jodi et al. are the best; in fact, they’re planning another wedding for our family later this year…best praise I can give is to re-hire them!

nal, and all of the vendors she connected us with were incredibly talented (not to mention a dream to work with). We really could not have done it without JRE – they went above and beyond to make sure everything went smoothly and that we could be present & enjoy every moment of our wedding day.

oom. Each member of her team was a dream to work with. Having developed professional relationships with vendors over her many years of event planning, she was always ready to recommend vendors for us. My daughter and I then researched them to see if they seemed to be the right fit before deciding which ones to use or to ask her opinion on others. All vendors she recommended were top notch! She seamlessly coordinated all the vendors and rental decor from ordering to day of setup. When, during the last few weeks before the wedding we experienced some major venue hiccups, Jodi stepped in on our behalf and ensured we would receive the event we expected. Her experience and willingness to do this was invaluable. She had great suggestions on decor and her eye on the big picture ensured a spectacular, cohesive wedding. Guests marveled at the attention to detail and the overall beauty of the event spaces. JRE really helped bring our vision to life!

er team spent time to really understand our vision for the weekend and then immediately went to work to start putting all the pieces in place. Jodi was attentive, providing sage advice and suggestions on areas we would not have otherwise thought of, while simultaneously working to incorporate the details that were important to us. Jodi leveraged her strong industry relationships to bring in exceptional vendors; from photography/videography to floral to band to hair/makeup and beyond, it was everything we could have hoped for and more. The design and execution - from aesthetics to overall flow of the weekend - were perfection. When we got the sneak peek of the venue, our jaws hit the floor. It was more beautiful than we ever could have imagined. We felt very special and taken care of by Jodi and team all along the way. We could not have asked for a more special celebration and top tier team with whom to work. HIGHLY recommend!!

hem as it is to you. They are responsive, organized, expert planners who can make your entire wedding experience feel smooth and enjoyable. Jodi and her team were there for us at every step of the way, offering expertise and guidance. Jodi has an excellent eye, and can make your wedding venue and space come to life. We were not initially sure we were going to hire a wedding planner for our wedding, but we are SO glad that we hired Jodi and her team. It completely changed the wedding experience for us, and the Jodi Raphael Events team handled soo many aspects of the wedding that we would not have known how to handle. They took challenging details and logistics out of our hands when we wanted them to, allowing us to focus on the details we were more excited about. Jodi and her team offered excellent insight and ideas, yet also helped us make the wedding completely mesh with our own vision and preferences. We cannot recommend Jodi and her team highly enough. The wedding industry is lucky to have them!!

most importantly style sense elevated the wedding to beyond what we could have imagined. While we thought we needed a day of planner, we in fact hired JRE for more planning than that, and are so happy we did. From guiding us in the early planning stages, to helping with every vendor, to the design and execution of a perfect wedding, we are so grateful to Jodi, Sue, Bianca, Jason, and so pleased with our decision to hire them. We could not have pulled off an event with this level of finesse, timing, decor without their brilliant skills. Working with every vendor was made better through Jodi’s connections, contacts, knowledge. For instance, working with the band, was enhanced by Jodi’s oversight. We don’t know of course what it would have been like without her, but having Jodi coordinating with them resulted in a superb musical experience, a packed dance floor, a beaming bride and groom. We were all hoping for an outdoor ceremony in the beautiful gardens, but when the weather forecast really looked bad, Jodi called us to ask if we wanted a tent…on 2 days notice.. and arranged it! We won’t say it wasn’t disappointing that the weather was less than ideal, however the ceremony was set up so imaginatively and beautifully in the tent, that thought faded. The attention to detail, the know how, the superb leadership every step of the way was simply invaluable. Thank you Jodi Raphael Events! Kathy Keohane and Howard Swartz

decorated with gorgeous exotic flowers and lovely colorful art. Her band recommendation was a huge hit. The party really reflected my interests and memories. My friends and family compliment me on the party to this day. I recommend Jodi Raphael Events wholeheartedly! I will definitely use them again for the next big event (a wedding, an anniversary...)

fore relied heavily on Jodi. Because the wedding was to be a large, formal affair, our son and his fiancé requested that the Friday evening events be more casual. Jodi recommended a Mexican restaurant that turned out to be perfect. We had a rehearsal dinner upstairs and moved to a festive large room downstairs to welcome all comers. Jodi coordinated with the restaurant and worked with us on the menu, budget, flowers, etc. Importantly, she was on site at the events which allowed us to relax and visit with the guests. While the Friday evening festivities were modest in scope compared to the large wedding and reception the next day, which Jodi planned with the bride's family, Jodi attended to the details of our event and things came off beautifully.

t coordinating vendors or last minute changes.

re experts on all things Wedding! Jodi and her team were easy to communicate with and know the industry inside and out. Jodi and I were able to easily collaborate on my wedding day vision and her and her team brought it to life flawlessly. We could not have been luckier to work with her and her team!

extremely accommodating to every one of our many, many needs! We could not recommend them enough and we can't wait to plan another event with them in the future!

worries and concerns and helped me navigate my wedding process beyond just planning.

ree especially on the weeks leading up to and on the day of our wedding. We didn’t have to worry about anything. Throughout the entire process they responded immediately to emails/ phone calls and were always able to find the answer. They truly made our day so special and perfect. Jodi, Nicolette and the team went above and beyond to make our dream wedding. They are absolutely amazing and I would recommend to anyone planning a wedding!

building a seamless timeline and beautiful aesthetic, no detail was missed. Our guests said it was the best organized wedding they had ever attended and everyone had a blast.

s!) and paired us with the perfect vendors who matched our style. Nicolette was my total rock and support woman through all the ups and downs of wedding planning - answering EVERY little question I had - making me feel involved yet completely taken care of. On the actual day of our wedding my husband and I were able to be 100% in the moment and did not once have to think of any details because we were in such good hands. If you want your wedding to be stunning, classy, with perfect flow and as stress free as it can be - go with Jodi Raphael Events.

ing day itself! They truly made our vision a reality by orchestrating the best team of vendors, making sure we were always on track with our planning, and alleviating any stress from our shoulders throughout this whole process. Our wedding day was purely magical, and none of it would have been possible without Jodi and her amazing team of staff and wonderful vendors. We couldn't be happier! Thank you Jodi and Nicolette for creating our dream wedding day for us, beyond our wildest imaginations. We are forever grateful!

nal, organized or supportive throughout that entire time. From helping us find the perfect venue, to a band that all our guests raved about, to an amazing photographer and perfectly executed day-of timeline, Jodi and her team were with us every step of the way, including throughout all of the challenges COVID represented. We wanted a wedding that felt like “us” and worked with Jodi and her team to create some personal touches that made the wedding feel unique and bespoke. We felt they listened to our feedback and direction along the way, and the day was better than anything we could have ever imagined. While wedding planning can be extremely overwhelming, Jodi and her team were truly amazing in their ability to make it as stress-free and enjoyable an experience as possible. We are so grateful for having worked with Jodi and her team and can’t thank them enough for such a wonderful experience!

expertise, organizational skills and truly open communication with all involved. They completely understood our individualized vision and complimented this with their talents and skills. We were always informed of options and costs and know that wedding event management is a necessity. We began working with JRE when COVID made our previous wedding venue impossible; Jodi and Nicolette supportively helped us navigate all options at such an uncertain and anxiety provoking time. There is not enough room to write a review of all they did. But the end product was our daughter's dream wedding; and it took place less than 4 weeks after Boston's COVID restrictions lifted! JRE did not just plan a wedding. They constantly made contingency plans and revised and "re-evented". Their endless efforts allowed a day that was all that we wanted--and so much more! Compliments still continue about the beautiful setting, the band and the delicious food; but also mentioned is the attention to detail in making this fun, safe and comfortable for ALL guests! That came from JRE's visions. Guests raved about the beautifully arranged and inviting cocktail area overlooking the Charles River, dancing outside under the Pavilion, the amazing food served by Museum of Science's Maxx Catering and JRE's ideas for desserts and late-night bites. All was perfectly orchestrated because of JRE's precision planning, continual presence and support. My husband thanked Jodi and Nicolette during his father of the bride toast, saying they came to our rescue and worked magic. My daughter (an event manager herself) could not have been happier. She said we could not have had our amazing and perfect day without their hard work behind the scenes-- and without them at our sides on our most special day!

quirements. Hiring JRE was the best decision, because it allowed me to focus on the day and have others handing the details of my DIY wedding. My wedding likely wasn’t quite at the caliber of most of the events that JRE supports- it was meant to be a backyard wedding that felt more like a party than a wedding. Despite this, the team was professional and helpful and made an effort to understand the things that I felt were most important. They made sure that all of the details I hadn’t considered were taken into account. Nicolette was absolutely incredible- I had people come up to me at the end of the evening to tell me how wonderful and helpful she was. The fact that my family members were mentioning her by name truly shows how much of an impact she made. Hiring a wedding planner is a big investment for sure. If you’re doing a DIY / private wedding, this is a service and team you absolutely need.

odi and her assistant, Nicolette, we knew we were working with experienced event planners, who would make our wedding beautiful, and as stress free as possible. Jodi started working with us a year before the wedding, taking us to see venues, and suggesting bands, caterers, florists, photographers and videographers that we should look into. The decision was made to proceed with the wedding even as it became clear that because of Covid, it was not going to happen the way it was originally planned. Jodi and Nicolette worked to make sure it was perfect, reworking contracts, connecting with the new venue, and arranging for guests to attend by video to name just a few of the endless details that they took care of. Most importantly they kept all of us on a schedule in the months leading up to the wedding and especially on the day of the event. Jodi and Nicolette were always positive, easy to work with and always available to speak with us or answer emails. We will be using them next year for the anniversary party, a post-pandemic celebration with music, dancing and merriment!

outside and considerably decreasing the number of guests to less than 40 ( following all of Boston’s guidelines and orders) they cancelled on us within 2 weeks of our date. We left all of the planning with the BHH as expected therefore with the cancellation, we were left with nothing as far as planning At that point we hired Jodi. I cannot say enough how grateful we are to her and her team. Her professionalism, connections and competence allowed us to have a wonderful wedding. She thought of every single detail. I highly recommend her!

life in a more beautiful and special way than we ever could have imagined. We had booked some of our big vendors already by the time we hired Jodi, but she still worked beautifully with them (even if they had never worked together before) and the entire group was truly a flawless dream team together. Jodi’s expertise, advice, and knack for design made our wedding everything we dreamed it would be and more. Both the ceremony room and the reception room looked truly exceptional - colorful, unique, beautiful, tasteful, romantic - and everything in between. It felt like walking into a fairytale. Throughout the entire process, Jodi and her team were constantly responsive, wonderful listeners, and very organized. On the day of the wedding, I did not worry about ONE THING. The JRE team did everything and I had not a care in the world - I was truly able to enjoy every second of my big day. I knew that Jodi and her team were taking care of everything, and I was right. One of her girls was even there at the very end of the night to help me take my heels off and put my white sparkle sneakers on so I could head to the after party! Not one single detail of the day was overlooked. If we could do it all over again (which we dream about daily!), we would not skip a beat in hiring Jodi. People are still reminiscing on how special our wedding was - one year later - and so much of that is thanks to the JRE team!!

e worked as a team and Jodi was a great listener. She totally got my daughter's sensibilities and her love of color, and everything was spectacular. We had already chosen a few of our vendors before we connected with Jodi, and she worked well with them, as well as her favorite vendors, to coordinate everything. The flowers, cloths, and everything in between were beautiful, tasteful and not over the top, as per our wishes- Jodi totally struck the right balance for us. And on the wedding day, Jodi and her team made sure that we didn't have to worry about a thing. As hosts, you just want to enjoy every second and set the tone for your guests to have the best time ever, which they did. People are still talking about how great everything was, and the whole night was a total reflection of the bride and groom and their love. We are so lucky that we got the wedding in before COVID hit- we count our blessings every day. If you want a classy, smooth but seemingly effortless wedding, call Jodi.

process very enjoyable! Highly recommended

to say regarding my special day, she surprised us in more ways than one. Jodi went above and beyond when it came to helping plan my wedding; coordinating all the vendors, making sure every last detail was perfect, and handling all the little hiccups with ease. Everything turned out perfectly, and I would not have wanted anyone else helping me along the way.