Events

Events by Wordspring is the source for creative event planning and implementation. Principal Dawn Stuart, self-appointed social coordinator to her friends and associates, plans a wide array of events … from socials and business meetings to weddings and charitable benefits. She is happy to handle the details of an entire event or cover one aspect to complement the work of your existing staff. Here are some examples of this work:

Wedding Floral Design and Coordination, October 2008
Responsible for design and assembly of bouquets, corsages, boutonnieres, memory candle spray and cake topper. Developed colors and concepts to match rust/gold fall color scheme and bride's floral preferences.

Volunteer Recognition Event, September 2008
Planned and coordinated outdoor catered event for non-profit organization. Developed theme and concept in conjunction with organization staff. Secured in-kind donations and sponsorships. Recruited volunteer assistance. Oversaw catering, decorations, entertainment, promotion, audio/visual, logistics, set up, clean up and follow up.
Results: Contributed to the growth and success of the non-profit organization by increasing camaraderie and engagement among volunteers. See Client Testimonial.

Singles "Game Night" Social, August 2008
Responsible for promoting the event; securing venue and door prizes; managing registration, set up and clean up.
Results: Forty individuals participated (50/50 male/female ratio). Many requested a repeat event.

Wedding Floral Design and Coordination, June 2008
Responsible for design and implementation of all flowers for church ceremony and reception. Church florals included bouquets, corsages, boutonnieres, pew markers, exterior swags, altar arrangements; reception florals included two large contemporary arrangements and dinner table sprays.

Rabbit Day at AniMall, November 2007
Responsible for coordinating a team of volunteers; managing publicity through posters, media announcements and Web site; planning and scheduling activities throughout the day; enlisting volunteer and rescue group participation; and follow up.
Results: Up to 26 volunteers and 200 attendees (estimated) from the general public participated; two on-site rabbit adoptions; $191 raised to benefit rescue groups.

Wedding Reception, April 2007
Responsible for food planning and coordination. Met with mother of the bride to plan menu; secured vendor estimates; rented linens and tables; provided pick up/delivery of food and rented items; managed food presentation, stocking and replenishing; supervised catering staff, set up and clean up.
Results: Maintained conservative food budget without compromise on quality of food and presentation.