Event Services
CC Ellison Events offers thoughtful event planning and production support for organizations, hosts, and planners who want their events to feel intentional, well-run, and genuinely supported.
Rather than rigid packages, services are designed to meet you where you are — whether you need strategic guidance early on, experienced leadership onsite, or calm, capable support throughout the entire process.
Our Services
Full-Service Event Planning
$5,450
From concept to close-out, with steady leadership throughout
Full-Service Event Planning is designed for clients who want a trusted partner managing both the big picture and the details. I guide the planning process from early vision through onsite execution — building timelines, coordinating vendors, managing logistics, and holding the full scope so nothing falls through the cracks.
This service offers clarity, structure, and calm oversight, allowing clients to focus on purpose and presence rather than process.
Best for:
Busy engaged professionals, nonprofits, brands, and private hosts planning layered events who want comprehensive support and confident execution.
Includes:
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Tailored comprehensive wedding planning guide with personalized wedding day schedule, timeline, planning checklist, floral calculator, & budget calculator.
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Up to 12 hours of onsite, day-of coordination
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Unlimited email communication
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Up to 5 Planning Meetings + Ceremony Rehearsal (Minimum 3: Initial, Mid, & 1 Final Planning/Walk Through Meeting)
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Week-of finalized timeline, floor plans, & vendor communications
Partial Planning
$3,650
Strategic support where you need it most.
Partial Planning is ideal for clients who have begun planning but want professional guidance to strengthen structure, logistics, and flow. I step in to refine plans, identify gaps, coordinate key vendors, and prepare the event for a smooth execution phase.
Support is collaborative and flexible — designed to meet you where you are and bring clarity to what’s already in motion.
Best for:
Detail oriented clients who want experienced guidance without full-service planning.
Includes:
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Tailored comprehensive wedding planning guide with personalized wedding day schedule, timeline, planning checklist, floral calculator, & budget calculator.
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Up to 10 hours of onsite, day-of coordination
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Unlimited email communication
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Up to 4 Planning Meetings + Ceremony Rehearsal (Minimum 3: Initial, Mid, & 1 Final Planning/Walk Through Meeting)
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Week-of finalized timeline, floor plans, & vendor communications
Mini Coordination
$2,850
Focused coordination for simpler events with clear plans already in place.
Mini Coordination provides streamlined support for events with limited scope or straightforward logistics. This service focuses on confirming details, organizing timelines, and ensuring a smooth transition from planning to execution.
It offers professional oversight without unnecessary layers — keeping the event grounded, organized, and on track.
Best for:
Smaller gatherings, simple productions, or clients who want light-touch coordination.
Includes:
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Tailored comprehensive wedding planning guide with personalized wedding day schedule, timeline, planning checklist, floral calculator, & budget calculator.
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Up to 8 hours of onsite, day-of coordination
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Unlimited email communication
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Up to 3 Planning Meetings + Ceremony Rehearsal (Minimum 3: Initial, Mid, & 1 Final Planning/Walk Through Meeting)
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Week-of finalized timeline, floor plans, & vendor communications
Onsite Event Management & Event Execution
$65 / hour
Strategic support where you need it most.
Event-day support focuses on execution, flow, and real-time decision-making. I oversee timelines, manage vendors, handle transitions, and address issues as they arise — allowing you to stay present and confident during the event itself.
Onsite execution may include support from my trusted operational partner, Chris Ellison, whose background in hospitality and restaurant management adds an additional layer of guest-focused flow, adaptability, and momentum.
Best for:
Clients and planners who want calm, capable leadership onsite.
Power Planning
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Consulting
$65 / hour
Targeted strategy sessions for clarity, momentum, and direction.
Targeted strategy sessions (in-person or virtual) for clarity, momentum, and direction.
Power Planning offers focused, à la carte support for clients who need expert insight without ongoing coordination. These sessions are designed to tackle specific challenges, clarify logistics, and create actionable next steps.
Support may include timeline creation, logistics mapping, vendor strategy, budget organization, or troubleshooting complex details.
Best for:
Clients and planners who want clarity, structure, and direction — fast.
Planner-to-Planner Support & Assistance
$50 / hour
Planner-to-Planner & Production Support
I regularly partner with local Chicagoland area planners who want additional support during busy seasons or for complex events. This may include advance planning assistance, production management, or onsite management, such as day of event 'assistant.'
This role is collaborative, discreet, and grounded in respect for your vision and client relationships.
Best for:
Fellow planners who need an experienced, steady extra-hand.
Every event is different. We will tailor your services based on scope, scale, and level of involvement — ensuring support feels intentional, aligned, and genuinely helpful.
If you’re unsure which level of service is right for your event, we’ll figure it out together.
How We Work
With 11+ years in nonprofit programs, private event operations, and team leadership, I bring structure, foresight, and calm presence to events of all sizes. I approach events the same way I approach people... and their systems... with the utmost respect for the people involved.
Regardless of what level of services you select, your planning access starts immediately upon signup:
We create & send your unique client folder with comprehensive planning templates, and schedule your initial call to jumpstart planning and ensure follow-up calls, emails, and meetings occur in a timely manner for overall event success.
Our role is to bring structure to complexity, anticipate challenges before they arise, and ensure that planning and execution are not stressful but feel steady, seamless, and memorable for all the right reasons.