Experience True Joy In Planning
$4,000 starting price
South Florida and The Florida Keys
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Keith Willard
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AWARD WINNER (6X)
Thanks to recommendations from couples on The Knot
I have been planning events since I was six! I love everything about events - especially weddings. After a decade serving as the Director of Catering for establishments like the Ritz-Carlton Bal - Harbour, I went out on my own nine years ago. Through the ups and downs of owning a business, I still would not want to do anything else. There is something truly special about a wedding - and there is one chance to get it perfect. I do not take the responsibility lightly.
At the heart of my approach is listening. I thrive on understanding my clients' visions intimately, ensuring I can be their steadfast advocate throughout the planning journey. From meticulous budgeting to seamless execution, I prioritize staying within financial parameters without compromising on their dreams.
Unforgettable experiences for my couples and their guests is a cornerstone of what I do. Focusing on impeccable service, I create moments that live in memories for a lifetime. After all, who wants guests to to remember waiting in line for a cocktail, slow dinner service, or a crazy timeline?
My mantra? "High Impact, Low Cost." While incredible venues, stunning décor, delicious menus, and excellent entertainment are all part of the experience, it is often the small gestures that leave the biggest impression. Whether it's a heartfelt personalized thank-you note or a perfectly timed surprise and delight, these touches elevate the entire experience without breaking the bank.
Family is everything so it is important that I take the time to familiarize myself with every VIP involved. Whether it's coordinating with close family or advising the couple's inner circle, I work hard to figure out everyone's expectations (said and unsaid) to ensure a joyous experience for everyone involved.
Creativity can happen at any time, so my couples have my personal cell phone to text me day or night...or if there is a random question because waiting for the answer can be more stressful than the questions!
About me and my background:
Executive Director of a 501(c)3: budget management, ensuring every dollar counts.
Lead Planner for an international event planning company: Proficient in orchestrating unforgettable events across borders, sourcing top-tier vendors worldwide.
Director of Catering for Ritz-Carlton: Armed with insider knowledge on hotel operations, menu creation, and impeccable service standards.
Director of Catering for an independent Catering Company: Able to transform any space into a stunning event venue, from logistics to culinary delights.
Immediate Past President of the National Association of Catering and Events: A huge network of industry connections for quick vendor matching tailored to any budget and taste.
There are not a lot of planners that have my kind of experience. Every wedding is unique and I love that challenge! Your special day is my passion, and I can't wait to bring your vision to life.
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A la Carte Wedding Planning
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Getting Engaged
Engagement Party
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After Party
Bachelor Party
Bachelorette Party
Bridal Luncheon
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Rehearsal Dinner
Welcome Party
Wedding
After Party
Ceremony
Cocktail Hour
Day After Brunch
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Keith Willard
Owner
Keith Willard Events - Events Executed Exceptionally. It is in my nature to nurture. My couples mean everything to me. I find that our relationship extends to years after the wedding. Look at my social media and my reviews on the Knot. You will see that my clients are not just clients, they become my family.
What you get when you bring my company into your planning: you will get honest feedback, an advocate in all things wedding, a psychologist, a logistics expert, and endless ways to be creative with design and experiences for your guests.
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Keith Willard Events is highly praised for their exceptional service by multiple reviewers, who express gratitude for Keith and his team's professionalism, organization, and attention to detail in wedding planning. Clients appreciate Keith's extensive experience, vendor connections, and ability to manage bumps in the road, ensuring a stress-free and magical wedding day. The team, including Brook, is commended for going above and beyond to bring wedding visions to life seamlessly, making the day unforgettable for couples and guests. Reviewers highly recommend Keith Willard Events for weddings and special events, emphasizing their outstanding teamwork and dedication to creating the perfect celebration.- Top reviews
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Abby J
5.0
12/06/2024
Thank you Keith for such incredible service, your team was amazing! west really want to thank you so much for helping us throughout this stressful service. I know I was getting stressed with the timeline but you really brightened up those moments for me! Also special shoutout to your assistant Brianna she was INCREDIBLE! She was so kind and helped me calm down when I got a bit frustrated our nervous and I appreciate it so much! Thank you again for all your services Keith!
Andrew M
5.0
5/31/2024
Keith Willard is a true professional, and we could not recommend him more highly. He has all the connections, gets to know you as a couple, and will make your day truly magical. The best advice we have: just trust in Keith! We were nervous nellies throughout the process, but Keith was able to put us at ease and help us to relax and enjoy. Ultimately, our wedding exceeded our wildest dreams and so many of our guests told us it was the best wedding they had ever been to. We couldn't have done it without Keith. So grateful! :)
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Michelle W
5.0
2/15/2024
Keith was very organized and had amazing vendor references for our Ft Lauderdale wedding. He helped us create our perfect wedding day and executed every vision expertly. He managed every bump in the road calmly and coolly to help us have the wedding of our dreams. It was so much fun! Highly recommend working with him for your upcoming wedding or event planning.
Michelle W
5.0
2/13/2024
Keith was very organized and had amazing vendor references for our Ft Lauderdale wedding. He helped us create our perfect wedding day and executed every vision expertly. He managed every bump in the road calmly and coolly to help us have the wedding of our dreams. It was so much fun! Highly recommend working with him for your upcoming wedding or event planning.
Dora F
5.0
1/31/2024
Keith
From our initial consultation call we had a strong sense and understanding that Keith Willard has extensive experience in high end hospitality and planning weddings of all sizes. We regret all the worry and angst we put upon ourselves throughout the months of planning. Keith made himself available as needed and was a calming and reassuring us that “it’s handled”. He utilized his vendor relationships to accomplish tasks and reduce unnecessary costs. Our family highly recommends Keith and his team as he went above and beyond to make sure our daughter’s special day was everything she/we dreamed it would be. Appreciated his candor on recommendations for food and vendors.
Our family is grateful for all of the hard work and paying attention to even small details.
Keith coordinated a beautiful and classy wedding day for our daughter and Son in law.
Thank you once more, Keith.
Vendor response 01/31/2024
Thank you so much Dora! LOVED working Alexia (the bride) and you over the last year. The...
re is no way I would have allowed anything less than perfect to happen but I totally understand the anxiousness that comes with being a bride. Thats why I don’t have typical office hours - I want you to be able to text me late at night or call randomly. Feelings aren’t logical so whatever it takes to keep you calm is what I do. Nicks (groom) speech at the end of the night where he said this was his favorite moment and memory he has ever had filled with joy! Thank you for allowing me to be a part of this amazing day!
Nichole G
5.0
12/30/2023
Don't look anywhere else! Keith and his team are amazing. I had literally just been saying to my mom that everytime I turned their seemed to be another decision, to be made, or something else I hadn't thought of, when her friend mentioned Keith and that I should call him. Within minutes I could feel the stress lifting, because you could tell he knew what he was doing, and that he got what I was going through. We set up that first meeting and from then on no stone was left unturned. He knew all the right people (he seems to know everyone), and figured out all the details. I would have had a very different, and stressful, experience - but instead I got to enjoy my wedding. Literally priceless. And I am the last person to ever have thought about hiring a wedding planner but OMG, glad I did!
Becca R
5.0
11/28/2023
Keith and his team are amazing -- he brought our wedding to life from the drawing board and surpassed our wildest dreams! Our wedding weekend truly took a village and they MADE IT HAPPEN down to the last detail. They thought of everything and anticipated our needs before we even knew we would need them. Keith was with us in person from day 1 touring venues and meeting with all of the vendors (and most importantly, asking the vendors and venues all the questions we wouldn't think to ask). Keith also managed our vendor relationships so we never needed to get bogged down in details with any particular vendor (unless we wanted to of course). Our guests are all commenting at how outstanding the flow of the night went, and how every detail and vendor weaved together so seamlessly. Make sure to ask questions early on in the planning process as he will be as hands on as you want him to be. Thank you Keith and shoutout to Samantha on his team who is above and beyond amazing!!!
Shannon M
5.0
11/20/2023
After hosting multiple events at my venue, I am compelled to write a glowing review of Keith Willard, founder of Keith Willard Events! He is the most attentive, organized, hands on wedding planner that I have had the pleasure of working with. He anticipates every need and communicates right away to ensure the day is flawless. Keith is my number one preferred wedding planner and I look forward to working with him again!
~Shannon McKenna
Mondrian South Beach
Vendor response 11/20/2023
I love you to :) You and your team are amazing and I cannot wait until our next wedding.....
.or holiday party...
laura m
5.0
8/15/2023
Amazing!
I can't wait to have another event just to use Keith!
Hard working, Always available. Has amazing resources. The best of the best planners. He knows his business like no other planner. Don't look any further, cause Keith is the real deal.
Vendor response 11/20/2023
I just can't say thank you enough for entrusting me with your son and daughters day. And ...
thank for recommending me to your other friends!!
Melanie C
5.0
3/26/2023
Keith Willard Events and his team were wonderful helping coordinate and execute our dream wedding day! They did so much work behind the scenes to make the day feel seamless and we really appreciated all their hard work. From advising in the beginning of the planning stages, consulting along the way to day of services, they really allowed us to enjoy our day and not have to stress or sweat the small stuff. Jacob and Anna were amazing on the day of, they did everything from delivering platters of food to our getting ready rooms, steaming dressses and tuxedos, as well as displaying all of our important items for the guests and directing everyone where to go and when. I don’t know what we would have done without all of their help, thank you again!
Vendor response 11/20/2023
You were so much fun to work with and there was so much joy surrounding you - it was hard ...
not to get caught up in the happiness! Congratulations!
Candelario S
5.0
3/18/2023
It's been three months since our wedding and I'm still living in the clouds. When we were doing our research on possible wedding planners, we knew we wanted someone that would understand us as gay men--in fact we wanted to support someone from the LGBTQ community because we wanted to make sure that they had expert knowledge with respect to LGBTQ friendly vendors. Keith's name came up and when we met with him, we immediately knew that he was the person we wanted to hire, and we have no regrets of doing so. We originally had a location in mind and were working on securing that on our own, but when things didn't go as planned, Keith stepped in and helped us find a great location. One of our fears with planning a wedding in Florida and living in Charlotte was that we'd have a hard time making sure that all our dreams came to fruition. Keith seriously made sure that everything was taken care of. He was constantly available to chat, especially in times when we started stressing, he looked for the best deals but kept in mind the vibe we wanted to give at the wedding. He always had suggestion on vendors and had great relationships with them. I can not emphasis enough how thoughtful and caring Keith is!! One thing that I really loved about Keith was the fact that he allowed us to visualize everything we wanted and then made sure it actually happened. He took the stress out of planning...well there was still stress but that's because it's a wedding but he made sure to listen and ease the stress.
On wedding day...he took charge. He was there and made sure that all the stress was on him and not on us nor our guests. He handled everything perfectly. Only thing I wish we had done differently, was getting a picture with him on our wedding day!
Post wedding, we had some issues with the Ritz Carlton Bal Harbour not delivering the level of service that they're known for and also over charging us on our bill (their computer system was doing the math wrong, and it was Keith who figured that out), and Keith was there to help with the conversations and advocate on our behalf...even when his job as our wedding planner was over!! He is truly one of the best professionals out there and HIGHLY recommend him. If you're ever looking for a planner for any event make sure to reach out to him. You won't be let down!!
Additionally, one thing that's also helpful is that he has an award winning show on Youtube with many of the topics that come up when wedding planning, so if you're ever wondering about something you can go listen to him and his guest speakers talk about these topics!!
LOVE THIS MAN AND HIGHLY RECOMMEND HIM!!!!!!!!!!!!
Vendor response 11/20/2023
I always get a little separation anxiety after a wedding. We spend so much time together ...
- between emails, phone calls, and text messages, we communicate a lot! Your wedding was seriously an event to remember. I am so proud that it got published in the LOVE Inc. Magazine. Thank you, Thank you, Thank YOU!
Dion W
5.0
2/28/2023
Keith was amazing from the start. He was recommended to us by two different people in the same day. He listened to our ideas and brought them to life. Invitations, venue, food, and entertainment were top tier. He also set us up with a great photographer, videographer and dj. Our friends still talk about how fun our wedding was to this day. He can plan any event but he is a god send for couples who want to plan an amazing wedding but may not have the time to dedicate to every detail. Leave it in Keith’s hands!
Vendor response 11/20/2023
My favorite vendor for ever will be Bob The Drag Queen. OMG - still laugh every time I se...
e your husbands face when Bob walked in. The best! Thank you so much!
Annie W
5.0
12/23/2022
Keith was SO amazing!!! My family met him when he was working at the venue for my sister's wedding 10+ years ago; he stuck out so much then that we sought him out again for my wedding! He was truly instrumental in securing many of our vendors and ensuring no detail was missed. His vision really brought the ideas that I had for my wedding to life! It would not have been the same without Keith and his incredible team! He's the best! <3
Vendor response 11/20/2023
There is nothing more touching than being involved with a family over generations and deca...
des. Thank you for allowing me to be a part of your family!
Natalie D
5.0
11/05/2022
Keith is an amazing wedding planner. Don't look any further! He is very professional and very detailed. He explained everything to us and gave us great recommendations. We had a destination wedding in Ft. Lauderdale and he gave us numerous vendors to work with. The best thing about him is his personality. He keeps you laughing and feeling at ease throughout the whole process. Thank you so much for making our day complete. Oh- one more thing - it's important to work with someone in the LGBT community if you're planning a same-sex wedding. His vendors are all LGBT-friendly and so is his staff.
Jaxi S
5.0
10/11/2022
Ab-so-lutely amazing! Keith knows what he is doing. He has been in this business for a while and completely eased my mind as a tyle A bride who was over thinking all the details. I chose the full service planning option with him and he gave me lists of vendors for each category that he recommended and I chose the ones that I liked. He did the rest! He was so knowledgeable and full of energy- I felt very comfortable just going with the flow! It was such a fun stress free experience from the weekly video calls to the food tastings, I was one happy bride. I am so glad I got to experience only joys of wedding planning and none of the stress! Highly recommend!
christine c
5.0
3/27/2022
Meeting Keith to handle our wedding was beyond a blessing. I don't even know where to begin. Planning our wedding from out of state was so stressful but once we found Keith and his crew, he made sure we didn't have to worry about a single thing. He made my fairy tale wedding come true AND was even our officiant to make it even more special to me. He took care of everything you could imagine (including bringing us food to our rooms AND supplying us with mimosas lol) and listened to every single detail I wanted for this wedding and made it all happen. I wish I could get married all over again just to have him in my life longer lol
But all wedding stuff aside, Keith is all around an amazing person. You can 100% tell this isn't just a job for him and he genuinely loves doing what he does and cares about all his clients. & it made it all that better. I HIGHLY recommend Keith Willard Events and his entire crew to make your day exactly what you need and deserve bc they will NOT let you down. We love you so much Keith & we will never forget you all! THANK YOU!
Gabriel O
5.0
11/28/2021
Keith came in about a quarter of the way through our wedding planning and really helped us by connecting us to vendors, filling in gaps that we had in our attempt at self-planning, and making the experience feel fuller and easier. We were supposed to get married April 4, 2020, so you can guess what happened next.
Though I know Keith was incredibly stressed by the changes caused by the pandemic, he was our rock during these times with regards to how we would pull off a postponed wedding. He rly took over at this point, helped us move the date with all the vendors, navigate the complicated negotiations that came about in the messiness of pandemic event planning, and get through some minor and major hiccups. I really feel that a wedding was too much work for us as a couple, too many moving parts, and the pandemic magnified that 10-fold. Keith's help was enormous during this time and he was calm and non-combative throughout.
Come the actual, very postponed event and it was stunning. I noticed that Keith went above and beyond bringing decor from his collection to amplify the space we had. I will not forget how incredibly colorful and wistful the dinner space looked with his work. And, if I'm honest, there were more than a few hiccups the day of the wedding (mostly not Keith's fault or even our staff's fault), but we barely noticed them as Keith toiled in the background to make things go smoothly, and I'm sure our guests noticed none. These things happen of course!
What I feel Keith was best at was what we might call "customer service." He was always calm, supportive, excited, and accepting during a long period of anxiety for us. He always met us at our taste/style though making good suggestions throughout and demystified a lot of the weirdness of event planning for us. If I have any negative, it's probably just that in the run up to the wedding (say the last couple weeks) I felt like I lost some check-ins with him, I think because of inordinate busy-ness from some other events. But day of he was super on it, so I don't think much of it and we've felt so thankful to him throughout.
I also want to say that as a gay couple, it meant a lot to have a gay planner, who helped us make the wedding feel nontraditional but still smart and elegant and fun.
Thank you Keith for everything and I hope we never drove you too crazy.
Susan H
5.0
10/26/2021
Keith Willard
My family has had a home at Ocean Reef, in Key Largo for over 20 years. It has always been my daughter’s dream to have her wedding here. When she found her soulmate we began to work on making that a reality. The staff at the Reef is extremely experienced in hosting major events for members, including galas and parties of all shapes and sizes, as well as conferences from all over. The Ocean Reef wedding coordinator offered a recommendation for Keith Willard Events.
From our first meeting I felt extremely comfortable with Keith’s professionalism and experience in planning and orchestrating events. At this first meeting he took a clear read on what we were looking for and what out budget would be. At this point we were 18 months out from our date, and he presented a clear timeline for what needed to happen when. This was effectively going to be a destination wedding with 3 days of events so there were a lot of details to nail down.
Keith recommended bands, florists, printers and photographers that fit with our esthetic, and within our budget. He gave us 4 or 5 of each to start to to choose from, which made the decision process so much more manageable. Always available, never pushy, always open to my ideas and forever patient he helped me negotiate contracts which of course became extremely important as COVID interrupted our plans.
Our first date was October 2020 which clearly was not going to work for a gathering of 150, and we opted to have a small family gathering at our home. We pushed out the date for the big wedding to September of 2021 thinking that COVID would be a faint memory by then. Best laid plans…..Keith negotiated with all of our vendors, all who agreed to move the date without penalty, except for one who charged a nominal fee. Miraculously everyone was available.
We thought we were off the hook but Delta had other plans. We shrunk our lists again, and were able to welcome 95 fully vaccinated guests to mostly outdoor venues. Every vendor was vaccinated and the staff at Ocean Reef was always masked, hoping to insure everyone’s safety. And no one got sick!
The weekend went off without a hitch. The bride and groom were thrilled, everyone had a blast and felt well taken care of. Absolutely no possible way this could have transpired without the guidance of Keith and his amazing team who were available to orchestrate every aspect. From helping to manage issues for our guests, to directing traffic from one venue to another, to constantly letting us know that they were there for us every step of the way the Keith Willard team was just excellent. No detail was too small, no question remained unanswered. After 2 1/2 years, 3 wedding dresses, 2 weddings, 2 sets of flowers, many menus, lots of save the dates and changes, I would recommend this group to anyone who is looking for any type of help with their event or wedding.
Caitlin R
5.0
10/26/2021
Wow! Keith and his team are truly amazing. I was a nervous wreck planning my wedding. Not only did we have Covid as a factor, but we had family traveling in from Brazil which added an extra layer of stress to our September wedding. Without Keith, we never would have had the successful, perfect and blissful wedding that we did. Keith held my hand every step of the way. He was very organized, concise and honest, which meant a lot to me with a very Type A personality that thought I could plan & execute the entire wedding myself. (haha! There is no way I could have!) If you are on the fence of hiring someone, take my advice and call Keith today. Seriously, my husband and I rave to everyone we know about Keith. Keith and his team even go above and beyond to make the bridal room special for after the wedding when you are honestly so exhausted! I would give him & his team 10 stars if they were available! Don't wait, call Keith right now and your wedding will truly be as magical as ours was!
Sheri L
5.0
10/20/2021
Keith Willard is Fantastic, Extraordinary, Fabulous, Excellent basically PERFECT!!!!!! If you are looking for a Wedding Planner look NO further. Hire him Now. My sons wedding was on July 17 2021 @ Indian Springs Country Club. From getting the vendors in place and hired. He also worked with the Hotel to block out rooms for out of town guest and the wedding party. Keeping all of us calm on the day of the wedding - setting the venue up, walk down the isle, cocktail hour, reception, dinner, cutting the cake, to the end of the night with a goodbye to Bride and Groom with Sparklers!!!. He did not miss a beat- everything went smooth and on time. His assistant Brooke was also on point with all the details and checking in throughout the night to see if we needed anything. You Will NOT find anyone better. I give them 5 stars and 100% approved. Thank you for the Best Wedding Ever!!!!!!!!!
Vendor response 11/20/2023
We are all about keeping you on time without it feeling like a cattle call. You guys are ...
so much in love and we wanted to protect that and protect your big day with all that we have. Thank you so much for entrusting me (and brooke :)
Elizabeth W
5.0
4/18/2021
Keith was a pleasure to work with from the start. I contacted him in December of 2019 to help plan my daughter's wedding which was originally to be held in October of 2020. When we had to change the date due to Covid, Keith was instrumental in renegotiating all the contracts with the vendors. When it came closer to the event, he executed everything beautifully. He was always available for a phone call. If he couldn't pick up that minute he immediately sent a text "call you right back". He is thoroughly knowledgeable in all aspects of event planning and appears to know many everyone in the industry. His experience is invaluable. The night of the wedding ran smoothly based on the timeline he created. My family and I would highly recommend his services for any event you have to plan.
Vendor response 11/20/2023
Covid was hard for everyone - but especially hard for couples. Whatever it takes! Thank ...
you!
Aime O
5.0
4/02/2021
I was married in January and still receive compliments at how FUN and SEAMLESS our wedding day was - and Keith Williard Events deserves all the credit.
Keith and his team were the fairy godmothers of my wedding day. A month before my wedding, my first planner had a conflict and I was introduced to Keith during our final meeting with the venue. Keith approached our event with excitement and confidence, lending positivity to a very stressed COVID bride utilizing a new venue.
Keith's team worked tirelessly on our big day ensuring every detail was in place and all our vendors were coordinated. And when things came up during the wedding (as they always will), Keith was poised to crisis manage. He will stop at nothing to ensure your day is everything you envision. His timing is impeccable - When our pre-ceremony vow exchange went sideways, Keith improvised a private moment for my husband and I on a church stairwell which brought tears to our eyes.
Not to mention his brilliant collaboration with my photographer for the most epic photos. His team worked so nicely with all the vendors which meant so much considering we met him so late in the planning process.
Both of our families were so grateful for Keith's professionalism, commitment and coordination over the entire event. I truly couldn't not thank him and Brooke enough.
Julia v
5.0
3/24/2021
When looking for help to create a memorable David Bowie Ziggy Stardust Baby shower for my daughter, there was no doubt that I would return to Keith Willard after the beach wedding and rooftop reception he flawlessly pulled off during Covid restrictions to make it a magical affair! Best decision ever !
Keith is a dedicated visionary who works tirelessly to create your magic from start to finish and makes everything happen to perfection. His attention to detail and flair for creative and imaginative ideas through to execution went beyond my wildest expectations.
This Shower theme was no easy task and he made it fun, creative, exciting and full of surprises from the moment you entered the venue. Our guests were constantly entertained and said they’ve never been to a Shower like that !
All Keith’s vendors are professional and attentive to details. He was on point answering emails, calls, changes and far out ideas. The whole process was totally stress free; I was a guest at my own party. He is personable and reads all the different family members keeping everyone happy. This event was a huge success and all thanks to Keith Willard!
Vendor response 11/20/2023
Best Baby Shower EVER! I'm still in awe. What trust you had to basically give me full ab...
ility to create something so cool that everyone would be awestruck. and they were! We definitely gave Ziggy (and mom and dad) a start off event that everyone will forever remember.
Jarryd D
5.0
3/22/2021
We had the absolute best day of our lives thanks to Keith!! He had the entire wedding weekend planned out, was very organized, very professional, and very available. We would text him on Friday nights and he'd respond within minutes!
He always had great suggestions for vendors, ideas, and concepts. Keith made our wedding beyond spectacular! He's the best in the business and he'll give you the wedding you want and that you deserve.
Sarita S
5.0
3/22/2021
Keith planned my DREAM wedding and I will forever wonder how he knew me so well after speaking over the phone/text/email for my destination celebration. He was the Only planner to not fret about a 3 month engagement and he never told me an idea I had was bad, he went along with my travel tangents and stories about our relationship added details beyond my wildest imagination.
Lola Z
5.0
12/28/2020
Where do I even begin? From the get-go, Keith was recommended to me from my venue, so he was my very first call— I was in the beginning of covid (mid March) and had no idea how to even begin planning for a wedding. Keith and I talked on the phone for a while, and it turned out that he was booked for my date— but not to fear, he walked me through planning and even gave me his highest recommendations for other nearby planners. I gave them a call and shopped around (absolutely devastated) but nobody clicked with me like Keith did. Well the next day he calls me back — his wedding had cancel due to Covid so he was officially mine, and he was hired on the spot.
From the beginning, he was helpful, inventive, creative, and 100% on team bride— always making sure I was happy and stress free.
Through the months leading up to December, Keith was available 24/7 to answer emails, texts, and a million questions from me, my groomzilla, my mom and MIL. Keith truly handled every single person with tact, kindness, and intelligence (due to his AMAZING experience in planning)
Obviously covid was a huge hurdle, and Keith’s ideas were perfect to ensure that my 60 person wedding (cut from 110) was 100% safe yet still drop dead gorgeous and unforgettable. Within the last week of planning for the wedding, the whole event had to be moved from the ballroom to the outside rooftop terrace. Do you know how difficult it is to corral people from a beach ceremony all the way up 11 floors for the reception? I don’t, because Keith handled all of that, and every person there was happy.
Every single detail of my event was accounted for and Keith truly made the entire wedding run so smoothly and efficiently, I was half hoping to see him at the end of the aisle!!
Keith and Brooke worked tirelessly to make sure I had the most amazing (and safe) day— they advocated for me when I was busy speaking with guests and when they knew I was too shy to speak up. The little details they did to make my day and night were unforgettable— from ensuring I didn’t have to worry about my brothers knowing when to walk my mom to bringing extra lighting for the outdoor nighttime reception, and even spreading rose petals on my bed and cleaning up my room to come into after a late night. Keith understands his clients and knows exactly the inspiration and suggestions to make based on each bride.
Of all my vendors, Keith stood the tallest and was the most stand out of them all. I couldn’t recommend anyone more than this planner- If I could scream his name from the rooftops, I would!!!
Keith truly made me feel like his only client— when in fact, after insta-stalking him, I found out he had other events that same weekend!! I would have never known, in fact, I would’ve thought I was his only client of 2020 with how much effort and work he put into me and my wedding.
100/10 I would hire Keith again— in fact, my mom did in fact hire him immediately at my wedding for my upcoming baby shower in March. I feel so incredibly lucky to have had Keith on my team, and I know you will too. I promise, this is the planner you’re looking for. Thank you to Keith and Brooke!!!!
Julia M
5.0
12/22/2020
Keith and his team are simply the best and proved that on Saturday working under the crippling Covid restrictions and still making the evening magical. You brought this wedding to a whole next level! Keith's efforts, dedication and attention to detail at every turn made it flawless. I would never have been able to be as relaxed, stress-free and able to enjoy the celebration without Keith in charge leaving me with no pressure or any decisions to make. Thank you for your time, talent and incredible creativity and expertise..Babv Shower next !
Netalia S
5.0
12/21/2020
We hired Keith as our day-of coordinator. The first time I spoke to him, I knew he was our guy. He has such a wealth of knowledge and gave us so many amazing suggestions and ideas, particularly Covid-friendly ones, that ultimately made our wedding a success. I was feeling so discouraged and emotionally overwhelmed trying to plan a wedding this year, but Keith got me back on track and feeling excited for the first time during the whole wedding planning process. He set up our Zoom livestream which worked perfectly, and I didn't have to worry about a thing on the day of our wedding. He even threw in some extra goodies that he had left over from previous events that were a big hit. Not only is Keith an incredible planner and coordinator, but he is an amazingly kind and compassionate human being and it was so wonderful working with him.
Jackie B
5.0
8/29/2020
Keith is Wonderful! My favorite thing about Keith is that he reads his clients very well. I say that as a general statement based on our personal experience –but I have to believe that is his knack. He’s also a pleasure to be around, someone you want to come to your tasting with, someone you want to share an idea with and then see him perfect it to ‘Keith Style’. Keith Style to me, number one, is energy. He has the type of energy you want for a big day – that day that is so special and you’ve put a lot of thought into.
Besides his final impression on us, which is what I wrote above, his first impression is also what connected us. I told him a brief idea of what I was thinking (including price range) - sometime after our first chat not only did he get back to me with pricing, but also with selected vendors (with pricing) and ideas that we could consider. Most of the other coordinators I reached out to provided little to no ideas/value prior to committing with them. I understand that its difficult/time consuming to put in effort into a client that may not hire you, but again I have to believe that Keith is a natural at this, and these are the things that make him stand out from the rest.
Last, on the day of the event I was not focused on the details (nor did I want to) so I was happy that I had picked the right person that provided that comfort, and at the same time provided the element of surprise and magic. After the party I had a few people comment on Keith; the comments were to the effect of ‘oh wow your event coordinator really made sure we saw this/did that/ etc. … all the things we had talked about and worked on for months. So it was both nice that our friends experienced the experiences we wanted them to enjoy and that Keith was there making it happen.
Vendor response 08/30/2020
Jackie!! You literally brought a tear to my eye with this. You guys were incredible to w...
ork with and I LOVE all of the material you gave me to work with. DJ LAZ with power 96 was the icing on the cake!
Jaclyn S
5.0
6/25/2020
Two years later and my wedding angel remains,
Keith Willard who’s got magic running through his veins.
Before meeting him planning brought on fights and tears,
That would’ve tarnished our memories for many upcoming years.
Upon accepting defeat and loosening our reigns,
We found our wedding savior with class and brains.
Keith was smart, funny, witty, accessible, and kind,
We feel confident promising you he’s the best you’ll ever find.
He took over all our stressful planning and went above and beyond,
I swear he never slept with everything he did, yet never yawned.
He was as excited as we were about our upcoming “I do’s”
There’s no one better for your special day that you could choose.
He was our therapist, friend, planner, stylist and more,
He never missed one of my calls despite my questions galore.
Keith will make you feel like you’re his own bride and joy,
Never made me feel rushed or that I sometimes annoy.
Thanks to Keith Willard I had my perfect wedding day,
We look forward to working with him more for other soirées.
Thank you Keith!! We are still so appreciative of everything you did for us!!!
Love, Jaclyn and Mikey
Vendor response 06/25/2020
Thank you so much!! I just loved your wedding! Your guest were amazing and you had the m...
ost amazing photos! The one of you being dipped on the dance floor is one of my all time favorites. You can tell that you were having the best time of your life. I'm so glad that I had a little part of creating that.
Sonia P
5.0
4/07/2020
I hired Keith as a Day of Coordinator but boy was he so much more! I WOULD HAVE CANCELLED MY WEDDING had it not been for Keith. I would have just gone to a court house! I am so grateful to this man for everything hes done from the day I contacted him up. Keith was my advocate all the way through. My life is chaotic, were a military couple that travelled a lot so when I say Keith was my lifeline I say it with no exaggeration. Our wedding was in Ft. Lauderdale, FL; my husband & I go back & forth from San Fran to Orlando so it was critical having a point of contact in south Florida who knew their stuff & boy does he know his stuff! Keith even went back & RENEGOTIATED CONTRACTS AFTER I HAD SIGNED to get me a better deal because so many VENDORS that know him offer DISCOUNTS TO HIS CLIENTS which is just an added bonus. The one time fee I paid Keith as a Day of Coordinator was easily made up in the discounts he brought with him! Not to mention he uses his own resources to make sure your wedding is nothing short of magical. Keith brought in dozens of his own uplights (hundreds saved) as well as pub table wraps etc. My one request, dream really, was to have Chinese laterns on the beach at the end of the night. Keith went above and beyond putting up lights all over the beach so my guests could see & bought special latern lighters assisting all my guests with this magical moment! He was with me every step through phone calls, emails, & texts. He helped me in connecting me with the right people & making sure all my visions came true. He even met me at my venue to go over the space & contract (something you normally would pay a full time planner for) Keith knew my situation with the military and didnt even hesitate when I told him I was coming down to south FL for a day in order to meet with the venue...immediately he said "I'm there" When we met for the first time that day it was like meeting an old friend. Keith helped me remain calm, understood my sarcastic "It is what it is" sense of humor & became my only go to leading up to the wedding. He made sure things were the way I wanted & even questioned me when I would just agree because he knew I was just saying yes to say yes, that's how good he is! He always was there when I called or texted back & never went more than a few hours without returning a call when he couldn't answer. Ladies THIS IS YOUR GUY! The added touches, convenience, connections, & monetary savings were all better than I could have imagined when I hired Keith but the best part of having him as my coordinator was something I never expected....he became my true friend, my therapist lol, he made sure I cared & didnt lose hope when things (military and well family lol) would come up. This man even stood up to my mother at the wedding!!! Lol I'm indian and my husband is from Tennessee so it was a unique mixture & Keith was there the entire time waiting for facial ques I didnt even know I was giving to jump in & pull me away if I was getting overwhelmed (think My Big Fat Greek Wedding!) He quickly went from my Day of Coordinator to my greatest allie & amazing friend....& that ladies is something that is priceless! Good luck to all the Bride to Bes reading this (especially in these chaotic times) I hope you all get the pleasure of knowing Keith.
Keith thank you again from the bottom of my heart for making sure, come hell or high water, that I didnt throw in the towel on my dream! I am forever grateful to you and your team ❤
Vendor response 04/28/2020
You are so sweet!!! Of course I'm going to do more for our military - so even if you came...
in at the day of - I was not about to let you try and plan from afar while your fiance is protecting our country! Of course - it didn't hurt that you were amazing to work with and that you had a truly unique vision. Nothing I like more than a wedding that has lots of personal touches that connect the guests to the couple.... and the lantern release at the end - let's just say it was better to ask for forgiveness than permission even I did have to do some fast talking to the officers at 2:00 am!!
Congratulations to you both!!
STEVEN S
5.0
2/28/2020
We were fortunate and blessed to have Keith Willard and his staff as our wedding planner. He is very professional, patient and personable. We had grandiose dreams and expectations but a limited budget. Not only was Keith honest about fullfilling our dreams on our budget, he connected us with vendors who exceeded our vision. Keith was constantly communicating with us as to what to do and the deadline for completion. He transformed our venue for the ceremony into a lavish, extravagant ballroom with extraordinary lighting. It was absolutely breathtaking. The entire evening was spectacular and memorable. We highly recommend using Keith Willard Events for your wedding or future special event. You won't be disappointed. As Tina Turner says, "Simply The Best"!!!
Denise W
5.0
1/31/2020
It is with immense satisfaction and gratitude that I write this review. We had a very limited time to pull together our vision of a perfect event. After meeting with several planners, Keith met and won us over immediately. In one conversation we felt his personal experience, commitment and personal investment in converting our vision to reality. From beginning to end securing all vendors, handling every detail and being present to ensure the final execution was perfectly delivered and on time, on spec, and on budget! Jan 18th was a perfect memory. Words fail to truly express and represent how phenomenal the and satisfied we are in the outcome, as a family. Thanks to you Keith, to your entire team. and to the team of vendors you secured. You are permanently an honorary part of our family and certainly the only person I would reach out to for our next event. Go BIG! Wishing you continued success... Sincerely ...the entire Walker Family! XOXO!
Vendor response 01/31/2020
OMG - Thank you so much for your kind words!! I still can't believe we pulled off a surpr...
ise 80th birthday for your mom! How did we ever convinced her that she was walking through the curtain to get to her seat because the show had already started.... but we did and she was truly surprised. It truly was perfect from start to finish!
Gavin C
5.0
1/27/2020
We cannot thank Keith and his team enough for all they did to make the best day of our lives possible. Not only for what he did on the day of, but for all he did for us prior to the day as well. We hired him as our day of coordinator, but he went above and beyond; met with us several times weeks prior without hesitation, as well as communicated with us via, email, text and phone many times leading up to the day, putting us both at ease with his advice, and quick responses to any question we had. He has many connections with different vendors and has worked with so many venues, the staff at many of the hotels already know him and what to expect. Keith kept all the stresses of the day at bay, handled the unexpected surprises with ease, and in the end, things turned out much better than we imagined. Thank you, Keith and Brooke, for the peace of mind that allowed my wife and I to enjoy every moment of our wedding day.
Vendor response 01/27/2020
This is my passion and helping you keep calm is part of what I do. At the end of the day ...
you had nothing to be nervous about! Congratulations to you both. What a fabulous day!
Jessica B
5.0
1/23/2020
I can’t speak highly enough about Keith and his incredible team! Keith was a savior when my now husband and I were taken advantage of by another wedding planner :( He even spoke to us while he was on vacation just to reassure us that he would bring joy back into the wedding process for us! He did that and more. He’s organized, professional, attentive, creative and an incredible listener. He troubleshooted without hesitation and made the process as stress free as it could be. Over and over he went above and beyond to meet with us and accommodate our busy work schedules. His connections within the event industry are a HUGE plus. He is well known and more importantly trusted among so many vendors. He found the vendors that matched our needs perfectly and within budget. Our wedding was an absolute dream and we have Keith Willard Events to thank! I recommend him without hesitation!
Vendor response 01/27/2020
Thank you so much!! Bringing the joy back into wedding planning is what I strive for. A ...
wedding always comes with some stress but the right planner can truly reduce that. Of course it didn't hurt that you have the most amazing friends that are so imaginative. That cigar wall was a work of art... really really heavy but fabulous!
Jackie Y
5.0
1/19/2020
If you are wondering wether or not you should invest in a planner like I was- don’t, hire the best Keith Willard! Keith not only has an extensive background in event planning, he’s creative, professional and a pleasure to work with. Keith helped bring our vision to reality always sharing ideas, while honoring our wishes and budget! Keith’s vendor suggestions were all outstanding as well - a benefit of his years in the industry. Having a planner allowed me to enjoy my daughters wedding knowing that every detail was taken care of and executed to perfection!
Vendor response 01/27/2020
Thank you, Thank you, Thank you!! We really had a great team ... and the photos from Muno...
z Photography were stunning. Very proud that Keith Willard Events got to be a part of your special day.
Cara G
5.0
11/07/2019
Keith is wonderful. It is hard to find someone who not only does their job well but also goes above and beyond, but that is Keith. He is a wedding expert who brings an incredible amount of professionalism and enthusiasm to his job. We first heard of Keith because he came highly recommended from our venue. We hired him as a day-of coordinator who would be available for a little advice along the way because we had already secured our venue and entertainment, and he was also offering the most services for the most reasonable price. Even still, he provided us valuable consulting and vendor recommendations throughout the rest of the planning process and even attended a number of meetings with our vendors, which we had not expected. He was very responsive and had helpful insight on every question we asked. This helped take a lot of the pressure off of us and streamline everything. On the day of, he and his assistant worked so hard to coordinate everyone (venue, vendors, bridal party/groomsmen, and family alike) and ensure everything went smoothly, and even arrived with a wedding emergency kit (this man can sew on zippers and pretty much do anything). The wedding was gorgeous and we were so thrilled and grateful. We definitely recommend Keith to anyone who wants superior service. Thank you Keith!
Vendor response 01/27/2020
Thank you!! Once you sign with us, we will always go above and beyond for our couples. I ...
am so happy that this passion came across during our planning. Your wedding was truly beautiful made even more beautiful by the amazing people that came to the event.
Maxine C
5.0
10/30/2019
Keith and his team are the best. As a Director of Catering I recommended Keith to the Bride. And I was so glad she took my advice. The couple was from NYC and planning could not have been smoother .
I was able to do my job and let the details to Keith. I would work with him every weekend if I could.
Vendor response 01/27/2020
We love working at Indian Springs Country Club! One of my favorite farewells was at this ...
property - just picture perfect. Of course it doesn't hurt that your space is beautiful, that the food is excellent, and your price point can't be beat!
Kristen C
5.0
10/29/2019
Keith and his staff were amazing! We booked him for day of but quickly realized that we needed more than just day of. Save the dates, invites, placecards, musicians, - all of it. He always had a connection that were exactly what we were looking for. The day of he and his assistant Brooke dealt with all of the vendors and I never looked at my watch.. Seriously perfect.
Vendor response 01/27/2020
Thank you! Perfection is what we strive for while making sure we give you the best option...
s available to keep you in budget. Congratulations on a perfect day to start you and your husband on a fabulous journey!
Steve S
5.0
10/02/2019
Keith Willard Events helped plan and implement a community conference and his services were outstanding. He was incredibly well organized and helped carry everything off without a hitch. He thought through all of the details of set-up, design, registration, meals, etc.-- and he exceeded expectations every step of the way. He's an outstanding and thorough professional and his goal is to make you shine the day of your special occasion. His excellent negotiation skills with the hotel created enough savings to more than pay for his services. He and his team were all highly professional and I can't say enough good things about Keith.
Vendor response 01/27/2020
It was an honor to be a part of this conference. The medical advice that your conference ...
distributed will change peoples lives and I am very proud to have been a part of it.
Michael M
5.0
10/01/2019
Keith was an awesome event planner, from the beginning with helping to find a venue to negotiating with the venue, to calming folks nerves, to helping with the budget to the day of with flawless precision all the while assuring us that everything will be fine, which it was.
We would recommend Keith for any kind of event.
Vendor response 01/27/2020
Thank you!!
Natalee A
5.0
6/20/2019
Keith was the best decision we made in planning our wedding!!! He is client focused and budget conscious. Keith was always available and had an answer for every problem. Our wedding was more than we ever expected!! We appreciate his dedication to all of the details and his respect for our wishes at every turn. His resources were endless and we loved every vendor he brought to us! Even his assistant Brooke was beyond expectations and FABULOUS!! I didn’t know what to expect going into the planning process and Keith was there for us every step of the way. His enthusiasm and attention to detail made everything PERFECT on our special day. We shopped for the right planner for our destination wedding, but nobody came close to Keith’s experience. His relationship with W Ft. Lauderdale made planning seamless. I cannot express how grateful we are for the lengths that Keith went to to make our day AMAZING! It would be a mistake not to book with Keith for your events!
Vendor response 01/27/2020
Thank you so much for your kind words! We live for these type of reviews and so happy tha...
t you loved everything!!
Josh H
5.0
5/20/2019
Keith and his team were great - especially so in the days and hours leading up to the wedding.
It was also really nice to have someone on the ground in Florida (we are NY based) in the months leading up to the event. Keith was able to pop by our venue on a few occasions, receive shipments on our behalf, etc. He also had great suggestions for a printer, a photographer / videographer, a florist, etc. We didn't have to waste time searching for those vendors. He also put together our floor plan, "designed" the space with the florist based on our input, and just helped the event come to life overall.
Once we were in wedding week - we didn't spend any time worrying . Keith and team coordinated the buses, the lighting in the venue (brought his own up-lights! HUGE value there alone), the florists, watched the weather (and the need to move inside vs. out), etc. They really allowed us to focus on the event, and have a fantastic time.
Several weeks / months out there were times I wanted more focus or a quicker response from Keith - but then I had to remind myself that he was working on other events at those times. Once we got to our wedding week, and especially the weekend itself, Keith and his team went above and beyond. They really will allow the bride and groom to focus on having fun, and not worrying about any details.
Vendor response 01/27/2020
Thank you so much!! Most of the work really is in the last two weeks. Being able to prod...
uce a wedding for a couple that live in another state can be a challenge but I am thrilled we created a truly special night. I definitely loved the straight to party vibe... and that band! Seriously - Power House blew it out of the water.
Olivia P
5.0
4/16/2019
Hiring Keith was the best decision my husband and I made during our wedding planning. My only regret was not hiring him sooner!
Keith was amazing from the moment we first spoke on the phone until the day after my wedding when he was helping us wrap everything up - including double wrapping my cake at my moms house the day after! He and his assistant Brooke were incredible. They made sure my husband and I knew where to be and when, they helped me bustle my dress, make our toast/speeches, decide on different vendors, and helped set up on the morning of. He even brought my bridesmaids and I a speaker while we were getting ready and helped negotiate different things with our venue. He created our timeline, worked with all vendors, and made sure everything ran on time.
I will be recommending Keith to ALL of my friends and family. He made this experience so much smoother than I thought it could ever be. Thank you Keith and Brooke!!!
Vendor response 01/27/2020
Thank you! We loved being a part of your day. I love what I do and it thrills me to no e...
nd that it comes across in all that we do. Now about that cake - it's almost time for your one year anniversary... so you will truly appreciate that extra wrapping of the cake :)
Lisa O
5.0
3/23/2019
To all brides, I definitely recommend having a day-of coordinator!! And if you want one, I highly recommend Keith! He was amazing to work with. As the wedding approached, he was available by phone/text/email regarding the details of our wedding and for any issues/concerns that came up. He really helped reduce my stress level knowing that he was on top of everything! He picked up most of the wedding items (anything that I didn't feel that I had to bring myself) the week before our wedding, so I barely had to bring anything with me. On the day of, I couldn't imagine not having him and his assistant there. He was the liaison between all the vendors and the wedding party, and not only did he make me feel better all day, but my bridesmaids also sang his praises! He was not only professional, but also just really fun to work with!
Vendor response 01/27/2020
Thank you! I say this all of the time...it's not the answer that stresses couples out - i...
t's the time waiting for an answer. It thrills me to no end that you experienced this immediate response time throughout the process! Congratulations!
Jan A
5.0
1/15/2019
Keith is simply the best!
My sons destination wedding was in Islamorada Florida on 1/12/19. I used Keith as my day of coordinator and he did an amazing job with everything. Nothing was too big or to small for him to handle, always with a great attitude and a winning smile. I cannot say enough about his attention to detail and problem solving skills.
I highly recommend him and his staff for any event.
Vendor response 01/27/2020
Thank you so much! Of course I want to rent that property out for every wedding. They sa...
y that great events are based on location location location... Your wedding right on the water on a private residence in the keys was truly spectacular. Congratulations!
Cheryl T
5.0
11/21/2018
Keith is creative, punctual, accommodating, great to work with ... his attention to detail is far beyond the norm.
Vendor response 01/27/2020
Thank you!
Jerry B
5.0
11/03/2018
Keith made such a difference in having a truly wonderful wedding. My only regret was not getting him involved sooner. He brought great insite into the planning and then on the days of the event he was such a comfort as well as calming influence. His whole team was all so supportive and made sure things went off like clockwork. Even down to fixing a broken zipper. They were prepared for everything.
Vendor response 01/27/2020
Thank you for allowing us to be a part of your special day! No matter what the issue - we...
will always find a way... including fixing a broken zipper :)
Lindsay S
5.0
10/31/2018
If the knot would allow me to give more stars for Keith Willard Events I would!!!! As some of you brides can relate, my husband was very adamant that we did Not need a day of coordinator. However, I was able to sway my husband that this was extremely necessary and that Keith Willard Events was the way to go. Note, I interviewed several Day Of coordinators but Keith Willard Events stood out. Keith was the head of Events and Sales for the Ritz Carlton and has done hundreds of wedding alone doing that. During our wedding, my florist forgot my maid of honors bouquet as well as my toss away bouquet (that’s a separate review on its own) . Keith and his team frantically tried to get in touch with the florist, but with no success. They ended up redoing a bouquet for my maid of honor to use which was fabulous and made me the absolute best toss away bouquet. This is just one example that truly showed Keith’s teams experience during our wedding.
Keith is not only worth the value, he will truly go above and beyond for you. He is extremely responsive with all of your planning questions. A bonus about Keith: he will keep your budget in mind the entire time while wedding planning.
Vendor response 01/27/2020
Thank you!! No wedding runs perfectly but being able to quickly find a solution is our su...
per power! Congratulations!!
Nikki S
5.0
10/29/2018
Keith Willard is amazing to work with! He is beyond organized. You can tell he is in the right field. I love working by his side and seeing all his clients happy! You will not be disappointed!!
Sarah R
5.0
10/29/2018
Keith Willard is a DREAM to work with. As a busy bride, it can be quite overwhelming and I did not know where to start. Hiring Keith Willard Events was the best investment I could have ever made for my wedding. He handled all the details and helped me find the perfect vendors. I did not stress about anything. Anyone who knows me would tell you that I am the type of person who stresses about everything, so that says a lot!!
Keith, I do not know what I would have done without you. My wedding was beyond beautiful . You were so calming and took care of every detail. Brides, if you are looking for a Wedding Planner, hire Keith Willard and you will be glad you did. He is the best!!
XOXO Sarah & Jake
Vendor response 01/27/2020
Thank you!! Reviews like this is why we do what we do. Congratulations on a fantastic da...
y and in turn - an incredible memory.
Marisa R
5.0
10/28/2018
Keith is the best ever!
He is able to manage all the situations in a relax and friendly way, he is super nice with everyone and I am never worried when I work with him.
I would strongly recommend him for all the different events and activities you are planning.
Kandace H
5.0
10/27/2018
We found Keith by accident, during a casual conversation on a night out. But it was no accident that Keith did an amazing job with our special day! Starting out of the gate by needing to quickly change our wedding date to accommodate a dear friend's schedule, Keith proved himself time and again by handling everything that was thrown at him. We had planned a Gatsby themed wedding, with very specific ideas for every detail. Keith not only pulled everything together beautifully, he was able to keep this Bride calm and reassured throughout the process. His recommendation for a caterer proved to be stellar, his organizational skills spot-on, and his ability to not let anything ruffle his feathers (at least not visibly, Lol) let us enjoy the great party we had hoped for. I would highly recommend Keith Willard Events for YOUR wedding or Special Event!
Vendor response 01/27/2020
Thank you so much! You just never know when a conversation will turn into a fabulous part...
nership. Of course it doesn't hurt that you two are so crafty - those centerpieces were just beautiful!
Carolyn M
5.0
10/27/2018
“Keith is SO dialed-in with the best vendors for anything you need/want at your event! Just name it and he makes it happen - and then some.
His creativity coupled with his practicality make sure you get the WOW you want - on budget and on time! We've been working with Keith for
several years on a variety of corporate events that it now feels like he's part of our company. I know I never have to worry when Keith is on the project.”
Deanna S
5.0
10/26/2018
Att: Fun Lovers and Clever people a like!
Keith Willard Events is the way to go. I've worked with him personally and professionally and each product is better than the last. He was an absolute blessing for my wedding. I hired him last minute, just a few weeks before because I was about to crack. Keith jumped right in without a blink of an eye. His enthusiasm is literally contagious and when you are around him you can't help but smile. Out of the box thinking is his specialty. He will truly deliver a wedding that is unique to you and your love. Keith has done everything to remove the stress, worry, and anxiety from my day. He was thought of everything and his organizational skills bring me relief. I feel very lucky to work with Keith and his willingness to hit the ground running. Thank you Keith for making my day special and magical. I am so grateful to have you lead my vendor team. Plus he comes with diet coke and chex mix. ;)
Lindsay A
5.0
5/31/2018
We were planning a corporate event that had not been successful in the past. Our committee reached out to Keith to see if he had any ideas. He recommended we step away from the common "luncheon" style meeting and recommended we make it a cocktail party instead. We could still give our awards but instead of the whole crowd sitting through endless award pictures, he moved the cameraman and the VIPs to a separate room. That meant everyone else could eat, drink and dance to the DJ. When your award was announced, you wen next door, got your picture taken and back to the party. It was a huge success!!! He found us a unique venue that had never been in our budget before - he negotiated a great price, found our caterer and created an event that people are still talking about. His signature quote "From Concept to Completion" is totally accurate. I got to be a guest at my own event instead of running myself ragged! Needless to say he is now doing all our events! He's amazing!
josephine r
5.0
5/30/2018
Keith and his team are amazing. They are all professional, respectful and knows how to make things happen. Keith worked with me on my daughter's engagement and wedding and made both events, unforgetttable. Nothing was too much or too hard for Keith and his team. He became like family and shared in our joys and accepted our frustrations (at times). He was always pleasant, even when I was not and made my daughter and her new husband's dreams, a reality. Thank you Keith Willard Events.
Ezequiel Q
5.0
5/30/2018
My God what can I say about Keith and his crew...... My husband and I tied the knot on 01/26/2018 and it was the best day of my life. Keith went above and beyond to make sure our special day went smooth as a babies booty lol...... Can’t thank Keith enough for doing this for us......
Sarah T
5.0
12/14/2017
Perfection! Keith put together three absolutely amazing and flawless events for our wedding weekend. We initially planned to use his services solely for the welcome party at our house the night prior to our wedding. However, when we saw some of his ideas and met with him a few times to go over details, we knew we needed him for the actual wedding day-of coordination with a few other planning items included and our brunch the day after the wedding. He was extremely flexible with meeting times and we often met at our house since that was most convenient for us. He is a pleasure to work with, very responsive and has great ideas. Keith really knows the ins and outs of wedding and events, as well as many local vendors. The party he helped us throw was extremely well executed, including a shuttle from the hotel to our house running every 15 minutes. The whole day of the wedding was a breeze because we knew Keith was on top of every detail. Keith has earned our highest recommendation and we still wanna hang out even though the wedding is over!
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- Messaging our verified vendors on The Knot is free, safe and secure.
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- For personalized pricing and package details, sending the vendor a message is the fastest way to get info.