Jodi Raphael Events

Hiring Jodi Raphael Events for our daughter’s wedding was one of the best decisions we made. Jodi and her team were extremely professional, knowledgeable, hardworking and responsive. 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.

Jodi Raphael and her entire team at JRE did an incredible job planning and managing every aspect of Briana and Lyle’s wedding, from helping us select the perfect venue, to helping 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.

Jodi and her team exceeded our expectations. They brought our vision to life with great attention to detail and genuine care, making us feel fully supported throughout the planning 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!

Wedding planning can feel like an overwhelming process, but Jodi and her team made it a seamless experience. From the initial consultation to the very last song of the night, Jodi 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!

What a wonderful experience we had with Jodi Raphael and her team. Not only did they create the kind of wedding my daughter wanted, but they also handled all of the last-minute details. They even had a lint roller for my gown's hemline. Jodi is an exceptional wedding planner who the day so very special.

Jodi, Sue and Kaitlin planned a fabulous bat mitzvah party for us and exceeded everyone’s expectations (not easy with a 13 yr old!). They were flexible as plans changed and supported 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!

We could not have been happier with how our wedding day turned out thanks to Jodi and her team! The florals/decor/styling exceeded our wildest expectations, the music was sensational, 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.

Jodi and her team were at our disposal thoughout the 11 months of wedding planning for our daughter’s wedding. Her communication was always prompt via email, text, phone call or Zoom. 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!

We had the best experience working with Jodi Raphael Events (JRE) for our wedding rehearsal, rehearsal dinner/welcome drinks, and wedding day. In our first few meetings, Jodi and her 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!!

If you need a wedding planner, you should absolutely hire Jodi Raphael Events! Jodi and her team are exceptional, and will make you feel like your wedding is just as important to them 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!!

We had a superb experience using Jodi and her team for our daughter’s wedding last week at the Connors Center in Dover. The guidance, expertise, know how, attention to detail, and 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

The team helped us plan the most perfect Bar Mitzvah! Every detail was covered and they took the stress out. A pleasure to work with and would highly recommend them.

I hired Jodi Raphael Events to help me plan a 60th birthday party. They were excellent. Jodi had so many creative ideas that brought the party to life. We had a wonderful venue 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...)

We worked with Jodi for our son's rehearsal dinner and welcoming reception on the Friday evening before his Saturday wedding at the Boston Public Library. We live in NYC and therefore 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.

Our only regret is not working with them sooner in the process! Working with Nicolette was great and made it easy for us to concentrate on the ceremony without having to worry about coordinating vendors or last minute changes.

Jodi Raphael and her talented team were amazing to work with for our wedding. Every single detail was well thought out and executed perfectly on our special day. Her and her team are 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!

We absolutely LOVED working with Jodi and her team! Every detail from start to finish was perfect! They had amazing and creative ideas, they were always available to talk and were 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!

The team at JRE are some of the highest quality event curators I’ve ever met. They turned my wild dreams into reality to create my fairytale wedding. They listened to my thoughts, worries and concerns and helped me navigate my wedding process beyond just planning.

We are so grateful for having worked with Jodi and her incredible team and can’t thank them enough for such an unbelievable experience! They made wedding planning easy and stress free 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!

Jodi and Nicolette created an absolutely perfect wedding day for me and my husband. From navigating the challenges of COVID, to recommending the best vendors, and most importantly 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.

Jodi and Nicolette were absolutely incredible and made the wedding of our dreams come true. Jodi was able to understand the vision I had (even when I struggled to put it into words!) 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.

Jodi and her team are absolutely incredible! They were professional and attentive from start to finish, and brought so much joy to both the wedding planning process and to our wedding 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!

We can’t say enough wonderful things about Jodi Raphael and her team! Our planning process was over a year and a half long, and Jodi and her team could not have been more professional, 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!

If the scale would allow more than 5 stars, I would award Jodi Raphael Events that well-deserved award! As mother of the bride, I so appreciated JRE’s consummate professionalism, 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!

I had a really positive experience with JRE. Jodi and Nicolette were extremely helpful and flexible as we had to navigate a last minute venue change as well as the state’s COVID requirements. 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.

Our family needed a wedding planner. The bride was in the wedding location city, while mom and dad were in a different state. We found Jodi Rafael Events on-line, and once we met Jodi 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!

Planning a wedding during a pandemic is definitely a roller coaster. We had a planned our wedding at the Boston Harbor Hotel- after working with them and moving the wedding party 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!

We had such a wonderful experience working with Jodi and her team!! My husband and I had a very clear vision for our big day and Jodi was a huge part of making that vision come to 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!!

I can't say enough about Jodi Raphael! My daughter and my son-in-law had a vision for their wedding, and when it was all said and done, Jodi made their dream wedding come true. We 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.

Even with the state’s requirements due to COVID, our wedding went smoothly! The attention to detail, listening to our thoughts and adapting for the current climate made this entire process very enjoyable! Highly recommended

Along with the wedding, Jodi Raphael Events was a dream come true! My husband and I could not have asked for a better event planner. Not only did Jodi listen to everything I had 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.

This Event planner had to jump through so many hoops just to get this wedding to happen in 2020. As the Mother of the Groom, I could have not asked for the most perfect intimate experience. From the location to the flowers to the meal. Everything was perfect. I would recommend Jodi Raphael Events for all your event planning needs. Jodi understands her clients and provides them with exactly what THEY want.

This is why you pay for a (great) wedding planner! My daughter got a beautiful wedding despite everything having to be redone and planned for due to COVID. Plus all the "normal" in the moment things that got taken care of because they have done this a thousand times before. My daugther, wife and I got to enjoy the wedding, rather than run it. They are the best!

Jodi is the best in the business! Jodi and her team went above and beyond to make my dream wedding come to life! We couldn’t have asked for a better day. I had no worries because I knew everything was taken care of and I was able to really be present and enjoy my wedding day. I would recommend her to everyone!

Aya and Jodi were excellent to work with. They made sure the wedding matched our personalities and was exactly what we wanted. Our wedding that is one that all our friends talk about and say was one of the best ever. They will talk about it for years to come. All this was done in an accelerated timeframe (~10 weeks start to ceremony) We had a band, a game show, a magician, two cakes, lighting, flowers, delicious food. Just perfect.

Perfect...that is how I would describe my daughter's wedding. Jodi and her team were truly on their game and executed our plan masterfully. The bride and groom could not have been happier and the accolades from our family and friends were overwhelming. Everybody had a great time!

I cannot say enough good things about working with Jodi and her team to plan our wedding. My fiancé and I wanted to get married in Boston but were still living in New York City at the time. Also, I was the first in my family to get married so my parents, my fiancé and I were really at a loss for where to start. The first call we made was to Jodi and it was the best decision we could have made. Over the course of several meetings and phone calls, Jodi created a vision for our wedding that was better than anything I could have imagined. Her attention to detail to create a beautiful and cohesive scene is incredible. Jodi works with the best vendors and has relationships all over the Boston area so she was able to help us pick out the best of the best, while minding our budget. There were so many things that I would have never thought of without Jodi’s help. She was also great at managing all of the differing opinions of my family and fiancé’s family. The weekend of the wedding I was surprisingly relaxed because of all the preparation Jodi and her team did leading up to it. I didn’t have to worry about people being on time or when inevitably the groomsmen forgot accessories for their tuxes. When Jodi showed us the ceremony space that we had been planning and envisioning for months, I was in tears. I couldn’t believe that Jodi was able to make my vision come to life and make it look even better than I could have imagined. After the ceremony, when Jodi showed us the reception I was once again speechless at how she had transformed the room into such stunning scene. I am so proud of the work Jodi and her team did. Here are some photos of her incredible work at our wedding. https://personkillian.com/2018/09/boston-harbor-hotel-summer-wedding-with-jodi-raphael-events/

My wife and I loved working with Jodi. We wanted a magical wedding for our daughter and new son-in-law and Jodi and her staff went beyond our highest expectations. As my daughter said to me “Dad, thank you and Mom for giving us the wedding of my dreams”. It is those words that we hold dearest to us. Jodi made this come true!

Jodi gives 100% to ensure your event is the best it can be. In addition to her hard work to ensure that every detail is addressed, she has great vendors who deliver as promised. We also found her good relationship with the venue staff truly helped the party flow.

Jodi and her staff delivered the wedding of my daughter and her husband's dreams! Jodi listened attentively to their ideas and translated their vision into a beautiful reality. Her creativity and ability to see the big picture was perfectly balanced by her attention to every detail. Every one of her vendors were absolutely top quality and given the relationships she has cultivated over the years were all willing to go the extra mile for us. As a bonus, Jodi was a lot of fun to work with and helped to calm the nerves that can be a part of the wedding planning journey!

Jodi and her superstar team brought all our wildest wedding dreams to life. Like I said the second we walked into the ballroom on our wedding day for the first time, my Pinterest board became a reality and that is solely because of her extreme talent, love, passion, creativity, genius ideas and relationships! She truly made our wedding weekend (and the entire planning process) the absolute BEST for us and our families/bridal party and guests. Our hearts are forever filled with much love and gratitude for Jodi and her team! There is no doubt they are the absolute BEST in the business. Every vendor she referred- the band, the photo booth, the cake, etc. was better than the next! Truly thank you doesn’t do our feelings justice but really, we can’t thank Jodi enough! We keep scrolling through pictures, reliving the moments that we will cherish FOREVER! Thank you again, Jodi! We are truly the luckiest!

Jodi is a true professional and everything for our daughter’s wedding was beyond our wildest dreams. Jody executed the vision she and her fiancé had and it was truly the perfect evening! The venue and vendors Jodi helped select were all amazing!

We could not be happier with our daughters wedding. Having everyone from out of town, including the bride and groom, made it quite a challenge. Jodi and her staff helped us navigate the entire process. Her creativity and professionalism were top notch. Best of all, the day of the wedding we didn’t worry or even lift a finger. Jodi had everything covered.

From the moment we got engaged, we knew we wanted Jodi to be our party planner because we were familiar with her work. Jodi did not disappoint! Everything was perfect from the venue, to the room, to the flowers, to the room decorations, to the band. My one critique would be that she was a bit pricey for my budget. Overall she presented us with the wedding of our dreams!

Our wedding was everything we had dreamed of. Many of our guests told us it was the best wedding they have ever been to. Everything from the flowers, the food, the linens was just perfect. In addition, the day itself was so organized...Jodi and Tahleen had thought of everything. I would recommend Jodi Raphael Events without hesitation!

We are thrilled with the wonderful wedding that Jodi and her team ( especially Tahleen) helped plan for our daughter. From helping us select the venue, creating a magical setting with beautiful flowers, linens, and rentals, and introducing us to her top notch vendors, who clearly enjoy and appreciate working with her, we cannot think of anything that we would do differently. She listened to what was important to us all and translated that into creating the perfect celebration. On the day of the wedding she managed lots of moving pieces with her calm presence. Our family and friends commented on how relaxed and in the moment we the parents and the bride and groom were during the ceremony and reception and this was because Jodi had thought of and planned for everything ahead of time. I would recommend Jodi Raphael Events without hesitation!

Jodi Raphael Events was the ABSOLUTE BEST!!! I got married in October and Jodi and her team (especially Tahleen,) went above and beyond for us!! As anyone planning a wedding knows, it can get a bit stressful trying to narrow down options and think of every little detail, well Jodi literally helps with all of that, every step of the way. My mom dealt with the majority of the day-to-day planning with Jodi and she COULD NOT say enough times how much of a help and relief it was to have Jodi by her side. Even when I wasn't necessarily on the same page with Jodi's vision, or suggestions, she gave me her opinion and let me make the final decision and was completely fine with whatever I ultimately decided. I never felt forced into anything I didn’t want, and 9 times out of 10, when I would hear her reasoning behind her input, I ended up getting on board and she was sooo right about it all. My wedding was an ABSOLUTE Fairy Tale and now, 3 months later, I STILL have, not only people that were at the wedding, coming up to me and ranting and raving about it, but on several occasions, I have met new people that have actually said, "Oh My God! I've heard of your wedding and heard it was SPECTACULAR!!" That is all thanks to Jodi. I am an extreme perfectionist and tend to get massive anxiety when I don't have control over situations or things don't go according to plan, so thinking about my wedding day, a lot of people were very nervous about my possible hysterics that could ensue. Well, both my wedding dress straps broke under my bolero, BEFORE I went into the church, and I ended up having to miss the majority of my cocktail hour because major repairs had to be made to my dress. Once again, Jodi and her team stepped up and helped save the day! Tahleen went running around getting supplies for the dress maker to work, and Jodi's other assistant, Jason, and Jodi worked feverishly to bustle my skirt to save me as much time as possible. It ended up being a hilarious story that I laughed through the entire time because I knew Jodi and her team had everything under control and it would all work out. I was surprisingly, completely at ease. Even when one of our guests brought their crying 2-year-old, to a black-tie, no children wedding, it was completely handled professionally and courteously. It was unbelievable how perfect everything turned out! But I would have to say probably the most impressive accomplishment Jodi and her team made was keeping this CRONICALLY late bride on schedule and keeping her Husband’s UNCONTROLABLEY rowdy groomsmen, under control! I cannot say enough about how amazing everything was. I guess if I have to give one negative to Jodi's fantastic work, it would be that for about a week after my wedding I was in a state of depression because the whole magical experience was over. :) I could honestly go on and on. But bottom line, if you have the opportunity to work with Jodi for anything, DO NOT MISS OUT!!! I know I will be working with her again in the future!!

Jodi planned my daughter's bat mitzvah party. She and her team turned my daughter's very elaborate and specific dreams for the event into reality, but on our budget and in a way that made everyone (parents included) very happy! She and her team are incredibly responsive and professional They took care of all details at the event itself, leaving us free to enjoy and celebrate. Jodi has a wonderful eye and understands how all the elements, big and small, will add up. I would highly recommend Jodi Raphael events!

Jodi Raphael events gets it done! If you are looking for a wedding planner, end your search now! You just found what you are looking for. Jodi Raphael is simply the best. Her professionalism, organization, knowledge, understanding, ability to listen to what your needs are, and vision of making your dream come true is unsurpassed by none. Her team is fabulous to boot! You will be guaranteed a perfect event! They are truly amazing and an absolute delight to work with! Hire them today!!

Jodi was beyond outstanding. Out of area father of the bride, goal was to stay informed and monitor events while hopeful we would stick close to a realistic budget. Jodi gave my wife and daughter a range of options that fit their vision and preferences, helped facilitate decision-making, kept everyone on a very well-paced schedule so we never felt rushed and never any surprises. Jodi is simply a positive force of energy, she pays attention to details, works hard, takes great pride in her work and surrounds herself with vendors who are the same. (Sorry I cannot immediately recall all the great people who deserve shout-outs but they were exceptional). When the button on my tux jacket fell off as the procession started, she produced a sewing kit and had the button reattached just minutes before we walked my wonderful daughter down the aisle. Jodi's greatest accomplishment - she made the wedding ours. It reflected the styles of my daughter and wife. She was also cognizant of the groom's interest on particular parts of the wedding planning. She doesn't take a cookie-cutter approach, but has definite recommendations and suggestions that are always helpful and welcomed. She is equally flexible. The incredible outcome of the wedding was the wonderful and creative vision of my wife and daughter - it was Jodi that understood that vision, and translated tastes and expectations to vendors, and created a warm, wonderful atmosphere that was the perfect complement to the incredibly in-love bride and groom. (And thanks to her assistant Tahleen, who brings the same wonderful energy and efficiency, always with a smile. The woman knows her logistics and kept things running smooth. ). Many thanks, Steve.

if your goal in having a wedding planner is to work beside somebody who listens to your concerns and desires, leads you through the process without a heavy hand, guides you to use excellent vendors, all which result in a magical evening, then Jodi is who you should use. My daughter was recently married in Boston and I live in Maryland. Having someone in Boston was a must. Jodi is reliable, kind, organized and forthright. Her staff (Tahleen specifically) has the same qualities. She is even there if you just need to vent. She is calm in crisis situations. I recommend you use the vendors she recommends...they were spectacular and top notch. One thing I liked best was she has a set fee....no added extras. It is an extra line item in your budget but you know what it is and it's well worth it. Thank you Jodi and Tahleen for making the wedding magical with a sprinkling of fairy dust! PS...I am adding these other services used because without a Jodi I wouldn't have found them....

Jodi and Tahleen planned and executed an absolutely gorgeous wedding for my husband and I, in only 6 months, at the beautiful Boston Harbor Hotel. Everyone raved about the stunning floral arrangements, as well as the excellent live music and DJ which were vendor recommendations of Jodi's. Hiring a full service wedding planner was a learning experience for myself and my family, it involved letting go of a lot and putting trust into her and her team, which was a challenge for me to relinquish that control. All in all, it was worth it in the end as the wedding was truly magical and more beautiful that I could have imagined.

Jodi did an amazing job in creating a wonderful wedding celebration for my son and his bride. Beginning with our initial meeting , and throughout the planning process, Jodi listened carefully to their wishes and concerns. She was able to translate their vision and created a magical setting while never overlooking the smallest of details. At a venue that required a variety of vendors she seamlessly coordinated them all. We enjoyed the wedding day knowing Jodi and her team were there to address all the last minute issues that might have arisen. We will always appreciate Jodi for making it a joyous and memorable day.

I love Jodi! She really listened to what we wanted and was able to translate that into a great party. This was a second wedding and some of the things that were important to us were a little different than a typical first wedding. We wanted to be with our guests when they arrived and not have a sit-down ceremony but instead make it part of the party. We wanted great music and dancing but also a quieter space where our guests could sit and talk. We wanted great food throughout the night rather than a formal sit down meal. We had a great party that our friends still talk about.

Jodi was a pleasure to work with! This was the 2nd wedding she did for us. The was extremely professional, reliable, creative and helped make our event stress free. The room was more beautiful than we imagined. I highly recommend Jodi and her staff!