Alright – so today we’ve got the honor of introducing you to Yasmine Colon . We think you’ll enjoy our conversation, we’ve shared it below.

Yasmine, thanks for joining us, excited to have you contributing your stories and insights. So, naming is such a challenge. How did you come up with the name of your brand?

It all started on one sunny afternoon in my corporate job. I was with my “work besties” and I was discussing how I was so excited to get started with my event/wedding planning business. Now, keep in mind, I did not want to start my own company. I wanted to be under someone due to the fact that it takes a lot to own a business. I decided a little later that the best thing for me was to run my own company. It took me a while to decide on a name. I knew that my company name had to reflect me and how of a perfectionist I am. I love details! Down to the most minor one. While I’m breaking my head and putting together a name, the one I came up with was “Perfectly Planned Events by Yasmine”. One of my work besties thought that the name was a mouthful and that I should cut it down. She then says ” how about Perfectly Planned by Yas?” I dropped open my mouth and KNEW that was the name that would represent my company for years to come. I thank my work bestie every moment I get because she helped make that small detail be the most important thing that is to me till this day. My company just celebrated a year and I am still a proud owner and lead planner of MY company, Perfectly Planned by Yas.

Yasmine, love having you share your insights with us. Before we ask you more questions, maybe you can take a moment to introduce yourself to our readers who might have missed our earlier conversations?

My name is Yasmine and I have been in the event/wedding planning game for 3 years. I’ve always had a passion for party planning. I didn’t think I would have made this dream into an actual reality. I had an amazing friend that encouraged me to pursue this dream. The services I offer are from full planning to month/day-of coordinator. I absolutely love what I do. When I get new clients, I love telling them that once they sign me on, I’m at their service. I check in monthly, until their special day, to ensure that the planning process is going smoothly and offer my help as needed. I help clients with any missing vendors, communicate with venues and even come equipped on wedding day with my emergency kit. If you are looking for someone who is passionate, respectful, detailed-oriented, organized, very responsive, oh and loves to laugh, I am just an email away. I’d love to connect with you!

How did you put together the initial capital you needed to start your business?

To fund my business, I currently work as a server. I work nights that I do not have an event, and use my paychecks to get supplies, clothing, gas etc. that are needed to run my business. I work in hospitality because it is the solid foundation of where my customer service comes from. I have excellent customer service and I get to use it in my business.

Any advice for growing your clientele? What’s been most effective for you?

Networking events are the BEST way to meet new vendors and grow clientele. When meeting new vendors, you get to know them on a personal level and are able to have them help with getting you out there with word-of-mouth and vice-versa. It is so good to hear “I was referred to you by…”it truly is one of the most effective way that works for me thus far.

Contact Info:

• Website: www.perfectlyplannedbyyas.com
• Instagram: www.instagram.com/_perfectlyplannedbyyas_
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/perfectlyplannedbyyas

Image Credits
Venue: Doubletree by Hilton Universal Studios Photographer: Calli Crawford Photography (she gives me all the permission to use) Florist: Posey Blooms Other planner: Weddings by Kasey Dresses: Lily’s Bridal Suits: Leonardo’s Fifth Ave