Frequently Asked Questions

We’re masters in planning the following types of events:

Branded & Corporate Events:

+ Brand Activations

+ Experiential Marketing

+ Pop Ups & Product Launches

+ Influencer & Media Events

+ Business Grand Openings

+ Corporate Holiday Parties

+ Corporate Anniversaries

+ Client Gatherings

+ Galas, Fundraisers & Non-Profit Events

Festivals & Community Events:

+ Festivals

+ Community Events

+ Block Parties

Social Events & Celebrations:

+ Holiday Parties

+ Photoshoots & Styling

+ Milestones & Celebrations

+ Bar, Bat & B’nai Mitzvahs

+ Receptions

+ Anniversaries

We are a full-service event planning company that offers the following services as part of our typical project scope:

+ Full event ideation, strategy, planning, management & execution

+ Venue scouting, vendor relations, booking & management

+ Experiential production, custom builds & fabrication for brand activations, stage & set design

+ Brand ambassadors & staffing

+ Event design, event creative conceptualization & digital 3D renderings

+ Space planning & event layout visualization

+ Event branding, graphic design & signage

+ Budget tracking & management

+ Creative food & beverage planning

+ Art direction & signage

+ Talent & entertainment sourcing, booking & management

+ Staging & AV production

+ Permitting, security & staffing management

+ Transportation & travel management

+ Event storytelling, photography & videography

+ Streamlined payment & contract services

+ Full run of show management and production schedule

+ Event gifting & takeaways

+ Post-event assistance

Our full-service event planning and coordination fees start at a minimum of $5,000 and range upward from there ($5,000 is typically based on a 25-75 person social or reception style gathering and fees go up from there depending on size, scale and complexity of what’s required for the event). This means we'd be the main working liaison between you/the venue and all of your vendors, design, etc. so that you can rest easy while we organize and implement your plans as your sounding board. We also have a 15% design and decor fee, which is calculated on top of any design-related goods and services, i.e. fabrications, decor, rentals, floral and lighting.

We 're flexible and can handle vendor payments any way our clients feel the most comfortable.

Yes, we will manage scheduling all tours/site visits, vendor meetings and tastings, as well as request and review all vendor contracts.

The number of day of staff and team assistants needed for your event will be decided by your planner based on the scope of the event(s). Any assistants needed on the day of the event, load in day(s) or load out day(s) will be provided at the rate of $95.00 per hour per staff member. If a senior team coordinator is required to assist, the hourly rate will increase to $175.00 per hour per senior staff member.

First, we’re experts in setting trends and plan our events that way too. Our events are designed to inspire and stand out with moments that are shareworthy and unique to any personal, brand or business goals. We disrupt, push boundaries and hold ourselves to the highest standards of creativity and collaboration to guarantee the most successful results and produce dream events.

We offer our clients access to our vetted network, one-of-a-kind, trusted, quality vendors and community partners that set trends in the city. We get our clients access to exclusive vendor discounts unique to Planned With. Our services are designed to perfectly suit you and your budget so you can plan with confidence.

Lastly, we offer our clients the VIP treatment. We offer peace of mind with the highest level of personal attention and involvement from start to finish and all parts in between. We’re our clients’ sounding board, keeping everything organized and plans guaranteed to be on track for a successful and beautiful result.

Planned With launched in 2018.

We’ve partnered with beautiful award-winning venues across Houston and the surrounding area. We’re also experts in venues that are a little more outside the box. Location, size, personality, character and a unique atmosphere are crucial when selecting the right venue. We believe the right venue needs to uniquely and beautifully set the stage for any memorable event. We’re serious about researching and matching the right venue that fits your event aesthetic, budget and requirements. Let us help you find the perfect space for your next celebration.

Our events range from micro and intimate with 20 guests to larger-scale with 7,500+ guests. No event is too big or too small. No matter the size or scale of the event, we take pride in the fact that we push ourselves to create events that are experiential, top-of-mind and stand out with moments that are shareworthy, fresh and produced to any brand or business goals.