FAQs
- What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
I have different ways I charge. Most clients like my "pay by the hour", because it's very cost-effective for them, to pay for only what I do. For corporate events, I can create a “one price quote” for you if you prefer. I always need to talk to the potential client first to determine a price. I also have a very cool one hour and 15 min coaching phone call program. I will teach you the secrets of event-planning, so you can move forward planning your event this time, next time, and the time after that too.
- What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
I like to start with a short discussion on the phone with my prospective clients to see if we are a good fit, then we meet in person which allows us to get to know each other better and at this time I can show you samples of my work if you wish to see more. Some clients are ready to start working with me after looking at my website and reading reviews on google and this meeting may turn into a “sign the contract and put down a deposit” meeting. I’ll answer any questions you have at this meeting, review the contract, and discuss how I work. This first meeting is complimentary, and one hour.
- What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I, Wilhelminia Ripple, CSEP (Certified Special Events Professional), known by all as Willie, is the President and Creative Director of Willie Ripple Events. As one of only seven in my industry in Colorado who have attained the designation of CSEP, and the only CSEP in Denver with their own award-winning event-planning company, I have earned the reputation as an innovative and masterful event planner. With decades of experience, you will find that I have perfected the ability to not only create parties and weddings delicately tailored to suit the individual tastes and needs of my clients, but I have cultivated experiences worthy of life’s meaningful moments. I will be your personal event planner/party planner/wedding planner. I do not pass you off to someone else within my company, when you hire my company you get the benefit to work with me.