Signature Events

d me it could be done. When we came to AZ to scout locations, Charlee was organized and had 7 or 8 venues all lined up for us to see. As we toured, Charlee paid special attention to the emotional reaction my fiance and I had to the place we were going to choose for our venue. She really listened and looked for what spoke to us on a gut level. Once the venue was booked, Charlee made all the major decisions simple and straightforward. She listened to what my fiancé and I wanted for our wedding (the look, the feel, the ambiance, the color, the food) and presented us with two or three vetted options for each vendor. From florists to photographers to hairstylists, I LOVED the people Charlee chose for us to meet. She really listened to our taste and presented options accordingly. For instance, I expressed an interest in journalistic photos for the wedding and she found me journalistic photographers. She set up meetings for us with two options for each vendor. She attended all the meetings with us. She listened for our reaction after each meeting and then weighed in with her thoughts. I loved her ability to listen first and give thoughtful honest input accordingly after we formed our own opinion. In between all the major decisions were a thousand details and decisions to be made over the course of six months. Charlee was available by email and phone for all. She really listened and walked me through everything from choosing colors to etiquette in writing thank-you notes to information necessary for a website. She was also available and understanding when it came to little things I was uneasy about or had trouble deciding. Even though I knew my concerns were somewhat irrational (stressing about one flower color vs. the other) she took every concern I had seriously and was willing to talk out each and every feeling I was having about each decision-- no matter how big or small. The love for Charlee isn't all mine. All the vendors I met with that have worked with Charlee for years LOVE HER TOO. They cannot say enough good things about working with her. Her reputation is fabulous all over Phoenix. Other brides I met during this process also have the same out-pouring of good feeling about their experience with Charlee. Charlee was realistic and respectful of our budget and creative in problem-solving when something didn’t fit. She was dedicated to fulfilling our vision and working out problems from every different angle to see if she could find a solution--even when I knew it was way more work for her. The thing I loved most about working with Charlee was she was an incredible conduit between us (bride and groom) and our parents. She speaks “bride” language and “parent” language. She understands the etiquette of weddings and all the complex relationships and intense emotions that go along with planning this monumental family event. She is an advocate for the bride and groom first and foremost and a confidant in the most stressful times. She worked hard to make sure we got what we wanted and fully expressed when there were limitations. She is a true professional and just a fun, smart, lovely, cool person to have by your side during this crazy time. Cannot recommend Charlee more highly!

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ng planning and day of stress free and makes sure to get you the wedding of your dreams. I wanted something slightly different than your typical wedding and Charlee came up with great ideas. It was still your traditional wedding, however with a few details that set it apart. We extended the dj an extra half hour and guests still were not ready to go home, and I credit a lot of that to Charlee. She will definitely guide you along the way while listening to your wants, needs, and concerns. She will make sure you get the best of the best at a fair price. I would recommend Charlee to my closest friends and family. You will not be disapointed!

o worry about anything and that is because she is organized and meticulous. She is honest with you in assessments of vendors. She guides you each step of the way and ultimately lets you make the decision with who you will be most comfortable with. Most of all, I had fun with her and her team.

d we needed to find someone new. Previous planner referred to Charlee as the best planner in the Phoenix area. Charlee was open, receptive, and cooperative in all aspects of the planning process, and helped make challenges more manageable (we wish we had her from the beginning). She understood the goals and visions of the wedding, and successfully executed the wedding we truly wanted. She is great with correspondence (keeping you on timeline, checking in, following up) and we felt like she was on board entirely. We could tell that Charlee not only wanted to give us the wedding we wanted, but that she cared and wanted us to enjoy ourselves on our day. She took care of details, when we had questions we felt comfortable asking her and getting the appropriate responses, and trusted her entirely. I would recommend Charlee over and over again. I felt like we were in the best hands, and on the day of our wedding, we were comforted by the fact that we knew Charlee would take care of everything. We wish she could plan out our entire lives. Thanks Charlee!!!

planners and were immediately drawn to Charlee of Signature Events. She was equal parts professional and personable, exuding an unmistakable no-nonsense attitude coupled with a genuine interest in bringing a spectacular wedding to fruition. From the very start she was tuned to our budget and our likes/dislikes. The process is incredibly complex, with countless facets of construction needing attention. She guided us with choosing the right venue (with an owner who she had great persuasion over), a top-notch caterer who didn’t even require a deposit (simply because they have a longstanding work relationship), a DJ who she negotiated down to a bargain price, rental equipment services that were so flexible she was able to alter the table/chair count the day before the wedding (after we had some last minute cancellations), valets, musicians, and a most fashionably contemporary officiant. We never had any problems calling her at all times of the day and, despite our living nearly an hour away from her office, never had any problems scheduling appointments. But most important of all was the delivery on the wedding day itself. All of her vendors showed up on time, her assistant was continually at our beck and call, and everything ran smoothly and on time. The ceremony started precisely, the wait staff was extremely courteous, and the valet went above and beyond to make sure the driveway was clear and unsullied. No one underperformed and Charlee was always just a few feet away in case we needed anything. We could not be more thrilled with Signature Events and highly recommend their services to anyone who wants to kick back, relax, and get married the stress-free way.

s and a good officiate, but sadly, that is about where the positive ends. Unfortunately, she did not carry through with the full service promised in the interview. There are multiple examples of this: We asked for a detailed budget outline, but did not get one. When we continued to ask, we got a couple which were incomplete. Furthermore, in several cases, she did not stick to the budget we had put forth. She had said she would take care of the rehearsal dinner, but then kept emailing that she had nothing to do with helping us for this. In addition, we were promised a master plan with a timeline, which we did not get. When we asked again for one at about 4 months out from the wedding, she emailed us a generic timeline like the one from the knots website dating back to one year ahead of the wedding date. A few other points are worth mentioning. She is not Internet savvy. She does not help with the website and did not want to help with online things such as ordering our invites (which we found at a much better price than her suggested vendor). She was not unbiased in showing us venues and was noticeably disappointed when we chose another 5 star venue rather than her personal first choice. We felt like she was disorganized, and like we continually had to remind her of what had to be done. At the rehearsal, she didn't know the names of the bridesmaids or groomsmen. The night of the rehearsal, she came to my room to get her final check and the place cards...she took her check and forgot the place cards. I wish I could write a good review and recommend her, but I cannot. The service overall was overpriced and truly unorganized. I wish someone had written something lie this, so I would not have gone with this vendor.

s just magical!! We had planned an outdoor ceremony and had some bad weather the weekend of the wedding. Charlee had to come up with a Plan B very quickly and transformed the ballroom into the most beautiful ceremony site you could imagine. We could not have been happier. Charlee also has wonderful relationships with the vendors she uses which makes things really easy for everyone. This is the fifth event Charlee has done for my family and the second wedding. We have a third daughter as well, and I told Charlee that she will be doing that wedding in the future ...... I wouldn't plan an event without her!!

ceremony inside due to bad weather and Charlee made the whole process so easy and stress-free. She transformed the ballroom we were in into the most beautiful room that I forgot it was our back-up plan! I love Charlee and cannot thank her enough for all the wonderful memories I have from our wedding.

alism. In simple terms – Charlee just gets it. I’d absolutely, without question, use Charlee again and recommend her to my friends and family. In fact, this was third event with which Charlee has helped – she planned my sister’s wedding and my brother’s Bar Mitzvah. If that is not the clearest indication of how happy my family and I have been with Charlee, then I don’t know what is! I had to plan my wedding out-of-state. There is no way I could’ve done it without Charlee. We only had a few weekends to fly in and meet the vendors and make our key decisions. Charlee was pivotal in efficiently organizing our vendor meetings and helping us to make important decisions. No matter what we asked, she was willing to help. When, for example, a football game that was very important to my (now) husband was on during the only time we had for our food tasting – no problem – Charlee brought in a TV so my husband could watch the game and participate in the tasting. My husband, to this day, says that’s one of the nicest things anyone has ever done for him! When the differences between my husband’s culture and mine presented some challenging wedding decisions, Charlee often found ways to seamlessly blend both of our visions. In the end, Charlee really understood my vision and made it happen. Many guests told us it was the most beautiful and fun wedding they had ever attended. Lastly, the real benefit of hiring Charlee comes on your wedding day. You don’t have to worry about a single thing. Charlee takes care of everything. If something isn’t right, she fixes it, and you never even know about it. You get to spend your wedding day doing what’s most important – enjoying it and living in the moment –and Charlee takes care of everything else. THANKS CHARLEE!

names of some wedding planners with whom they have had successful interactions in the past. Fortunately for us, Charlee Geisler of Signature Events was on the short list that we were given. After doing some of our own research on the internet, we met with Charlee and immediately knew that we had found our wedding planner. It is readily apparent through her professionalism that she is not planning weddings as a hobby or part-time job, but she has made a successful career of doing this. Charlee very quickly gave structure and guidance to two type-A personalities who were already well behind the conventional time schedule for planning a wedding. While walking us through the process, Charlee’s value became even clearer to us when we realized the extent of her contacts. Whether it is for flowers, invitations, wedding attire, band, DJ, photographer, videographer, dance instructor, or venue, Charlee knows the best in the business, and she stands behind her referrals 100%. More importantly, these other contractors not only seem to know her, but they go out of their way to accommodate her requests. At the end of the day, we held our wedding at the Four Seasons Scottsdale on September 15. The event was flawless, and we repeatedly heard from our guests that it was the best wedding that they had ever attended. Importantly, we also remained within our initial budget. With Charlee as your wedding planner, you not only get a consummate professional, you get someone who plans your wedding as if you were part of her family. Thanks Charlee…you are the best!

impartial feedback. Charlee is easy to talk to, extremely responsive over email and over the phone, and her passion for her work shines through. I feel extremely fortunate that we worked with Charlee. I am 100% certain that she was the magic ingredient that made our day the most memorable and special day of our lives.

ave had the best experience and wedding you could have hoped for. Her experience, creativity and impeccable style and attention to detail made our wedding truly unforgettable. Charlee goes out of her way to be careful and to have the delicate balance as your planner/advisor of listening to your needs and suggesting ideas, or of being deferential or firm when either is required. You can trust her opinion implicitly as she simply wants to help you create the best event for you. As our wedding was a destination wedding having Charlee's experience and references from photographer to makeup artist made everything smooth and easy. She referred us to the best vendors who all exceeded our expectations and were wonderful to work with. Our flowers were truly beautiful and our invitations have been invited to be featured in magazines! Our string quartet, jazz band and the DJ were fantastic and had the crowd dancing all night. The room décor and our special Taj Mahal theme could not have been more magnificent. All of our guests noted the attention to detail at our wedding and went out of their way to state that not one thing was missed or overlooked. The Four Seasons and Signature Events customer care could not be surpassed. Charlee worked with The Four Seasons to help us create a unique and very enjoyable menu. The Four Seasons delivered delicious food with delightful food presentations and took care of all of our food allergies, special requests and concerns with skill and ease. Our family and friends have not stopped raving about the menu and the food. For any bride and groom your wedding is the best wedding but when Charlee is your event planner - your guests will agree. Many of our guests have sent notes, cards and emails saying that “This was the best wedding they have ever attended” and how much they enjoyed the night. Charlee in our opinion is simply one of the premier event planners you could hope to find, anywhere - period!

videos and photos of recent weddings she had done and we were blown away. Her experience, creativity and impeccable style and attention to detail were evident in our very first meeting with her and we knew immediately that we were in good hands. It was VERY clear that she is passionate about what she does! My husband and I were married two weeks ago, May 5th 2012, at The Four Seasons in Scottsdale, AZ. We are still getting phone calls and emails everyday from our guests telling us it was the most amazing wedding they have ever been to! Because Charlee has been planning weddings for so many years, her knowledge and connections in the industry are priceless. She knows exactly who the best vendors are to use in every category- from invitations, bands, Djs, and strings, to floral, furniture rental, draping, makeup artists, and anything else you could possibly need or want...she knows who are the best of the best...and we felt that all of the vendors were priced very reasonably. Because she has worked closely with many of them over the years everything seemed to flow so smoothly! I had literally no worries or stress about anything because I knew Charlee was in charge! One of the things I enjoyed most about the whole planning process was that her and I worked together to come up with new and creative ways to present/serve all of the food from the hor d'oeuvres to the sorbet, to even the late night bites and the design of the garnish for our martinis... and SO many other little details, that so easily could have been done generically. She really cares about perfecting every single thing and I can honestly say that no detail was overlooked! Thank you Charlee for a flawless event! If you are looking to create a spectacular wedding, Signature Events/Charlee Geisler is the perfect person to use. As a bonus, she can even calm your nerves if your mother gets out of line the week before :)

imagine. She make for your wedding planning to be fun and stress free. She gets stuff taken care in a timely manner. I knew I had nothing to worry about. If I were to do it all over again, I would not have changed a thing! We love Charlee!

ls before I even knew to ask. Her team was great to work with and the wedding day when off without one single problem. She was open to my very nontraditional family and wedding style. I cannot say enough great things about Signature Events. I would recommend them to all my friends and to anyone who wants a professional, organized and great planner! Thank you Signature Events for making my wedding PERFECT!

er vision and style is impeccable. She was recommended to us and it was the best decision we ever made to work with her. Every detail of our wedding was flawless. People kept comment on how relaxed and peaceful I was for a bride. That was because I didn't have a worry in the world. Charlee handled every detail down to the smallest things and it took all the pressure off of my shoulders. Our guests all sent cards and emails after the wedding making comments like "This was the best wedding/event we've ever attended" and "We couldn't believe how every single detail was covered from the invitations to the late night fare." Other comments were "This was the most beautiful and elegant wedding we've ever been a part of". One guest said "We've been to more weddings than we can count and this was by far the nicest most memorable wedding we've ever had the honor of attending". I will continue to use Charlee's services for future business events and I will continue to recommend her services to everyone I know. Charlee started out as our wedding planner, but has since become our friend. In our humble opinions she is the premier wedding coordinator in the Valley.

hone and after five minutes of talking to her, I hired her. She asked if I wanted to meet her first and I said I didn't have to. Her sparkling, caring personality was immediately evident. That decision was the best decision made with the wedding.It was an eighteen month engagement and there was not a moment that Charlee was not there for us. Her enthusiasm never waned. My daughter had precise ideas what she wanted. It was always about our wishes.Charlee would always ask what we wanted and she ALWAYS found the vendors and ideas that were perfect. Her connections in Phoenix are amazing, her wealth of vendor information is invaluable. Her attention to detail is unmatched. She truly cared about making this wedding perfect.. Every detail was perfect. It is not easy to have to have everyone who attended a wedding say it was perfect..but Charlee accomplished that while using every one of our ideas..it was always about our wishes. She was always available to us..she is excellent about responding to calls or emails. Some mornings she would call and tell me about a detail she thought of at 4 a.m. If I was worried about something, her typical response was "I've got it covered". That is a very calming statement! She worked hard to get us everything we wanted and the wedding even exceeded our expectations. She is the best..we owe her a debt of gratitude for her ideas, creativity, suggestions and overall devotion to our the wedding. I would 100% recommend her to anyone planning a wedding.

made finding and hiring a photographer, videographer, band, bakery, hair and make-up stylists, stationer, etc. effortless! Her creativity, unique ideas and attention to detail blew me away – she thinks of everything! She went above and beyond to make sure that every aspect of our day was perfect for both us and our guests. More importantly, she made sure that we got to relax and enjoy every minute of the day! I will use Charlee and Signature Events for every event I throw for the rest of my life!

ay was flawless due to her having a detailed timeline for all of the vendors, wedding party, etc. In addition, I found her to be very creative in adding unique touches so that the wedding was memorable not only to the bride and groom, but to the guests as well. I couldn't imagine planning another wedding without her!

eyond thrilled with the creativity, effort, dedication and professionalism that they put forth to give us exactly what we wanted--and so, so much more. It was the most magical, best night of our lives (and I can tell you that our guests could not stop raving either!). I don't regret a single thing about my wedding and look back with only the best memories--in large part because of Signature Events. Always,Rachel Bronson (married 3/20/10)

elmed and called Charlee for help. She was fantastic! She helped me get organized, made sure every last detail was accounted for (things I hadn't even thought of!) and wrapped up all of my loose ends. When the wedding day came I was so relaxed and happy - I knew Charlee had everything under control and would take care of everything that day. Do not underestimate the value of having a great wedding planner like Charlee!! Enjoying your wedding day with confidence and without any stress is what it's all about! THANK YOU CHARLEE!!

even need!!! A whole year went by and all we had were piles of vendor lists and cut outs of magazine articles. I almost wanted to give up, but Charlee thankfully came into our lives. She turned these special moments into what I had always pictured them being. With in a month I had a wedding site and all my vendors and the ease of knowing that they were reputable which ment so much considering that we had just moved to California and had no way of meeting some of them face to face. She is more than a wedding coordinator, she is always there when you have a question (no matter how small) and you can always rely on her to be honest and keep you on track of the purpose of this special moment in your life. Fastfoward to the actual big day, it was so so smooth I can't even tell you. Not a thing went wrong, and even if it had I knew Charlee would be there to help. All of our guests were so impressed with the site and our flowers and all the vendors. It is the best feeling when your guests are pulling you aside and saying "honestly I have never seen a more beautiful wedding" and I KNOW it would not have been that way without Charlee. From invitations, to hair makeup, where to get my dress, to how do I do escort cards or even what are escort cards =) to staying within my budget... I mean she did everything EVERYTHING!! I got to all the fun things it was perfect. I would highly recommend Signature Events to anyone planning a wedding or for any event as Charlee and her team are worth the investment and I thank her for giving us the Best Day of Our Lives.

to brace ourselves because something ALWAYS goes wrong or not as planned and we just have to be ready for that... well, NOTHING went wrong, everything was perfect! (if something did go wrong, neither of us ever knew about it :) The caterer, band, and all vendors that Charlee suggested were friendly, professional and did a GREAT job! People commented that they have never been to a wedding with such great food and entertainment! Charlee and her team were above and beyond what I ever thought the duties of a wedding planner were! I could e-mail her at any time and she was so quick to respond and put me at ease. It is very easy to trust her and her opinions when it comes to tradition, decor, arrangements, and anything else you can think of! She was absolutely the best investment of the whole wedding and I could never imagine planning it without her!!

big benefit to us. I appreciated that she made sure that the vendors she introduced us to were all different so that we could really determine what we liked best and our style. We never had to worry about not being on top of things and she made every process simple and easy. You could tell she genuinely cared about making the event happy for us and wasn't just going through the motions. On the big day, I had a minor (which could've turned into a major) crisis. I was an out of town bride, so they altered my dress the week of the wedding. I was nervous to do this, but the bridal store insisted this was the best way since I couldn't do multiple fittings. I picked the dress up two days before the wedding and everything seemed fine. However, when I went to put the dress on to take photos the zipper got caught in the fabric and then split down the center. Knowing very well since they just altered it that week it wasn't my body that changed I was upset about the work they did. Not to mention, I was stuck in a dress that was broken. You could tell my bridal party and photographer had no idea what to do and was hesitant to get me worked up. It was awful. Guests were starting to arrive and I didn't know what to do. Then in walked Charlee who came in with a smile and told me this happens all the time (still pretty sure that may have been a lie to calm me down..) and she will get it fixed. She stepped out of the room and called the dress place. When they couldn't help, she called the hotel manager and located an in-house seamstress to come fix the dress. Who knew the hotel would even have an seamstress on staff! I was so grateful that Charlee was there to solve this problem as we were all perplexed. Without her I don't know what we would've done. The seamstress did a beautiful job fixing it and you couldn't even tell. :) I would highly recommend Signtature Events to anyone planning a wedding in AZ!