5 Reasons You Should Hire a Planner for Your Milwaukee Wedding

Wondering whether you should hire a planner for your wedding? Many couples contemplate this question as they start their wedding planning journey, while others may come to this conclusion later in the process.

We think hiring a wedding planner is something you won’t regret, but we sat down with Mandi Benjamin, Director of Planning at The Journey, to get their expert insights on the matter. BIG thanks to our friends at The Journey for sponsoring this article and giving us their thoughts.

About The Journey

The Journey MKE is the wedding planning company launched by the fine folks at Two Birds Event Group. Two Birds Event Group are the amazing team behind Milwaukee wedding companies like Milwaukee Airwaves and venues like The Ivy House, The Starling, The Society, Filament, The Rivulet and Prairie Springs on Park.

After helping couples plan hundreds of weddings at their venues, The Journey was launched to help couples plan weddings at all venues across Wisconsin, Illinois and beyond. The Journey offers both full and partial wedding planning — both options are customizable to fit your planning needs.

So, should you hire a wedding planner? Read on for five reasons that may convince you!

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1. Enjoy Your Wedding Day

Planning a wedding can be so stressful, but it really doesn’t have to be! When hiring a wedding planner they become your partner & advocate to help you plan your big day — for you and your 100+ wedding guests.

Hiring a wedding planner, in particular for full planning services, also allows you to hand off the less enjoyable tasks – such as managing logistics, enforcing the timeline, and dealing with any day-of surprises – to your planner. This ensures everything flows smoothly so you can really enjoy the journey of planning your wedding.

They also relieve your friends and family of organizational duties, letting them enjoy the celebration as guests. No need to assign tasks to Aunt Judy or Cousin Amy and hope they take care of things day of.

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2. Expert Attention to Details

From wedding day timelines to managing a room flip, a planner addresses details that can be easily overlooked. Per Mandi of The Journey, wedding planners leverage their expertise from coordinating dozens, if not hundreds, of weddings to plan for the unexpected.

From sending invitations timely, coordinating hotel room blocks to ensuring a smooth ceremony, dinner and reception transition, they work hard to relieve you of stress.

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3. Vendor Recommendations and Coordination

Top tier wedding planners have an extensive network of trusted vendors and can recommend those best suited for your venue and style.

Two Birds Event Group, the parent company of The Journey, not only has extensive experience running thousands of weddings via the wedding venues & companies they operate, they are also deeply connected with the top vendors throughout the Milwaukee & Wisconsin region.

All with input from you and your fiancé, the planners behind The Journey handle vendor negotiations, schedule meetings, and advocate for you throughout the process. By guiding you to reliable professionals that fit your style and budget, planners ensure your wedding day vision comes to life seamlessly.

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4. Budget Management

Wedding planners help you establish priorities, avoid sticker shock, and help you develop a budget and stick to it — all with their expert advice of how much wedding services cost.

From choosing photographers to managing food costs, they recommend vendors within your price range. Early involvement helps minimize surprises and aligns spending with your wedding’s budget.

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5. Time Management and Stress Relief

Planning a wedding can feel like a second job, especially for busy professionals. A planner keeps you on schedule, tracks RSVPs, manages seating charts, and ensures deadlines are met. Let them handle the heavy lifting while you focus on enjoying your engagement.

With The Journey’s expertise, they act as the general contractor for your big day, executing your vision while letting you make final decisions. Hiring a good wedding planner helps to make your wedding a stress-free, memorable celebration.

If you are even slightly considering hiring a wedding planner, we urge you to reach out and set up a consultation.

Big thanks again to Mandi, Director of Planning of The Journey, for giving her expert advice for this article! In her words, what sets The Journey apart is their deep-rooted passion for what they do. Combining years of industry expertise with Two Birds Event Group, they have a love for creating unforgettable, personalized experiences for every couple. Weddings are their jam!

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Related:

• The Journey MKE
• Services Offered by The Journey
• 4 Stunning Venues by Two Birds

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Vendor Credits for weddings / photo shoots are listed below.

[a] Venue: Saint Kate – The Arts Hotel // Photography: Hello Hana LLC & Morgan Wood Photos // Planning: The Journey // Florals: Feisty Flowers // HMU: Bobby Pin Beauty //Dessert: Kopps Frozen Custard

[b] Venue: The Society //Photography: Betcher Photo // Planning: The Journey // DJ & Lighting: Milwaukee Airwaves // Floral: Feisty Flowers // Rentals: Relics Rentals // Catering: Saz’s Hospitality Group // HMU: Makeup By Joseph & Wide Eyed Brides // Dessert: Everyone’s Ice Cream

[c] Venue: Vivarium // Photographer: Alternative Bride Photo // Planner: The Journey // Florist: Flowers for Dreams // Stationery: Paperwhites // Rentals: Table of Contents Vintage Rentals // Desserts: Cranky Als // Dress: Miss Ruby Boutique // Suit: Go Savvy Bride // HMU: Call Kayla With The Good Hair // Linens: Windy City Linen

[d] Venue: Burlap & Bells // Photography: Lusia Studio Photography // Planner: The Journey // Floral: Kalie Nicole Events // Dress: Amelishan Bridal // Makeup: Brittany Carrao Beauty // DJ: David Charles Pro

[e] Venue: Discovery World // Photography: Chelsea Matson Photo // Floral: Flowers for Dreams // HMU: Bridal Artistry Team // Rentals: Event Essentials Madison & Tablescapes Chicago