Weddings-R-UsThe Smith FamilyJanuary 15, 2014

Jennifer Wilmering – Project ManagerOversees project in its entirety

Design invitations for wedding party

Lois Etete – Team MemberFlower Arrangements

Decorations for wedding/reception

Fowmitha Banu – Team MemberMusic/Entertainment

Photography

Ramodgue Kabore – Team MemberCatering

Wedding Cake

ObjectivesThis is our client’s first wedding and we want every detail of their event to be a both pleasurable and memorable experience. We plan to provide their needs in a prompt and efficient manner. We also expect to keep a professional working relationship with all of our vendors. Customer Satisfaction is our main goal in making your day a remarkable one!

Project Progress

Together with their parents,

Andrea Marie Austin&

Michael Corey Smith 

Invite you to share in their joy as they exchange wedding vows onSaturday, January 11, 2014

at two o’clock in the afternoon. 

Strong Mansion7901 Comus Road

Dickerson, MD 20842

Together with their parents,

Custom Invitations –

• $25 per unit (each unit includes 5 invitations)

plus 6% sales tax

***Couple ordered 50 units***

Total - $1325.00

Bouquets Qty. CostBride 1 75.00$ Maid/Matron of Honor 1 30.00$ Bridesmaids 3 150.00$ Flower Girls 2 50.00$ Bride’s Toss Bouquet 1 25.00$ Other 2 50.00$ Tax 22.80$ Sub Total 402.80$

Corsages Qty. CostMother of Bride 1 50.00$ Mother of Groom 1 50.00$ Grandmothers 1 50.00$ Other 1 25.00$ Tax 10.50$ Sub Total 185.50$

Boutonnieres Qty. CostGroom 1 20.00$ Best Man 1 20.00$ Groomsmen 3 60.00$ Ushers 3 30.00$ Father of Groom & Bride 2 40.00$ Grandfathers 2 40.00$ Ring Bearer 1 20.00$ Male Readers/Speakers 1 20.00$ Other 1 15.00$ Tax 6.60$ Sub Total 271.60$ Total 859.00$

Ceremony Qty. CostAltar or Platform 1 120.00$ Tables and Chair/ Rental 250 3,000.00$ Canopy Décor/ Exterior 6 150.00$ Main Entrance/ Balloons & flowers 5 50.00$ Aisle Runner rental 1 50.00$ Chair and Table covers rental 250 1,500.00$ Centerpiece Flowers 255 500.00$ Balloons 100.00$ Tax 52.20$ Sub Total 5,522.20$

Reception Qty. CostHead Chairs Décor rental 2 80.00$ Head Table Décor rental 1 40.00$ Gift Table floral 2 30.00$ Candles & Lighting 255 1,500.00$ Buffet Tables rental 3 30.00$ Cake Table rental 1 10.00$ Tax 41.40$ Sub Total 1,731.40$ Total 7,253.60$

Music/Entertainment ESTIMATED

Musicians for ceremony $ 1,150.00

Band/DJ for reception $ 200.00

Music Equipment and Speakers $ 240.00

Insurance (Refundable) $ 175.00

Total Estimated Cost $ 1,765.00

Typical costs:

The average cost for a 4-hour performance by a 5-member live band, which is the most typical size,

is $2,085. A smaller band of 4 performers averages$1,150, while a bigger band consisting of

anywhere from 6 to 10 members, averages $2,200.

There may be additional fees for additional microphones or wireless microphones if you hire a

karaoke band.

Photography PackageBride Deluxe Plus: $5,000.00 -    8  hours of Wedding Day Coverage -    2 photographers-    Photo CD with all Wedding/Engagement images-    Online Gallery to view and order prints-    Up to 20 digitally retouched photos of your choice-    $400 Print Credit-    12x12 Photo Album (10 Pages – 20 Sides)-    8x10 Proof Book of all your photos-    Engagement and Bridal Photo Session)***couple selected outdoor photo***

Additional Photo CD: $50.00

Wedding Day Highlight Montage:  • A video clip that combines video footage and photos, covering the most

memorable moments of your Wedding Day. Ideal to share with friends and family. (Approximately 3-5 minutes long)  

-   6-8 hour coverage, two cameras: $1,000.00

Engagement Montage:   -   "How we met" Interviews: $600.00

***Locations selected for additional Photo Sessions must be within 50 miles from DC. For longer distances an additional charge per mile will be applied***

Total Charges - $7,100.00

Entrées• Ahi Tuna Tartare

with avocado cream served in a Crispy Wonton Cup

• Salmon Blini Apple wood smoked salmon atop

homemade Blini with a touch of lemon caper cream cheese and finished with a chive baton

• Curried Chicken Skewers with Coconut Saffron Sauce

• Roasted Tomato & Fresh Mozzarella Crostini

• Bacon Wrapped Scallops• Mixed Baby Lettuces

with assorted olives such as Nicosia, Kalamata, and Piccolini

• Market Fresh Farmers Cheese• Fresh fruits

Total Cost -$6,000.00

Appetizers• Terrine of Avocado & Smoked Salmon• Smoked Salmon on toasted baguettes• Curried mix nuts

Total Cost - $500.00

Beverages• Iced Tea• Coffee (Regular & Decaf)• Sparkling Cider• Lemonade• Bottled Water• Assorted Soft Drinks• Alcoholic Beverages available at open bar

Total Cost - $500.00

Wedding Cake

• 4-tier round yellow cake• Pink & Yellow edible roses• Hand crafted design • White buttercream frosting

Feeds approximately 250 guests

Total Cost - $4,750.00

Risks & Contingencies• Time & Constraints – Assuming that the flower deliver is late and we have

a tight schedule• Lack of Expertise – Assuming a member of the team did not communicate

their technical know-how until the last minute• Wrong Address – Assuming the caterers had the wrong address of the

location• Bad Weather – Assuming the weather forecast was wrong for that day• Equipment Issues – Assuming equipment malfunctions during event

Lessons Learned• Time & Constraints – Use a vendor that is close and familiar

with location• Lack of Expertise –Project manager needs to be sure each

member of the team is trained on their specific duties and have open communication with all team members

• Wrong Address – Use vendors familiar with area and have copies of contracts/directions sent by hard & soft copies in advance

• Bad Weather – Verify in advance that venue has alternative options for indoor ceremonies /time schedules in case of bad weather

• Equipment Issues – Make sure vendor offers refundable insurance coverage in times of malfunctioned equipment

Budget Available: $35,000.00Budget Used/Remaining: $30,052.60/$4,947.40

Budget AvailableBudget Remaining