When it comes to wedding planning, you have two options as far as management is concerned.
You can organize it yourself or you can employ the services of a wedding consultant.
A consultant takes over the entire management of the event whilst the couple or hosts only provide the necessary funds.
The planner provides the road map for the wedding.
He or she will produce the guidelines and ensures that everything happens at the right time and at the least cost.
The planner will take care of the budgeting, organization and guest management.
The consultant will often help you choose the location for the wedding ceremony and reception, putting forward a few possible options that should all fall within your budget.
In so doing, he takes cognizance of other events happening in the area around that time, any distraction and weather.
He will consider the number of guest against the parking lot, rental of tables and chairs and the capacity of the place.
The wedding organizer will also ensure that the venue decoration is complete and reflects the theme of the event.
He will manage the lighting, staff and amenities.
The wedding organizer takes over the catering services as well.
He will coordinate the serving of food and drinks, supervise the waiters and even come up with the menu for the day.
If guests have any special needs with regards to their food, he will take care of that.
The host also has a role to play in the management of the event.
They will have to manage the consultant.
The couple will from time to time ask about progress and if he is facing any difficulty.
At all times, you will have to ensure that your wedding consultant is keeping you in budget.