GEM Events

Service levels: Full-service planning

Team size: 1 – 4

About GEM Events

GEM Events

Head Coordinator

My name is Tonimari Gemeniano and people are my passion. I've always loved planning events, weddings being my favorite. I am very fulfilled at helping others through the planning process, especially in alleviating the stresses of planning. Even more so, I am driven to ensure the vision they have for one of the most important days of their lives, comes into fruition. It is always an honor, privilege, and joy to be a part of your wedding day!

What makes me different from other planners? I will treat your wedding as if it were my own. It is my goal to bring your vision to life and to be by your side every step of the way. I also aim to build a healthy relationship with my clients based on trust, and compatibility. I want all my clients to feel confident in the hands of GEM Events.

In three words: Collaborative, Efficient, Empathetic

Services by planning level

Service included in starting price
Service available for an extra cost
Full-service planningPartial planningElopement / microweddingDay-of coordination / wedding management
Description

When you opt for Full Service Planning with GEM Events, you get a coordinator is with you beginning to end. I will assist you with all your needs from venue selection, vendor booking, design expertise, timeline creation, communication to appropriate wedding parties, ceremony rehearsal, day of coordination, and so much more. Every couple is different, and I am here to be able to meet your needs.

If you opt for Partial Planning with Gem Events, you will have a coordinator that helps fill in the blanks for you. You would have already found some vendors and will complete some wedding planning tasks. I will step in to assist you in completing the rest in whatever you need. Additionally, I will provide you with timeline creation, ceremony rehearsal, day of coordination, and more.

If you opt for Elopement or Microwedding with Gem Events, you will have a coordinator to provide full service or only day of coordination. Every elopement or microwedding is different, so I will connect with you to determine your specific needs and expectations to bring your dream day to life.

If you opt for Day of Coordination with Gem Events, you will have a coordinator assist on the day of to ensure your vision has come to life. Prior to that day, I will connect with you a few months out to gather all the vendors information you've selected, gain an understanding of your decorative expectations, and will ensure that what you have planned will run smoothly on your special day.

Planning begins9 Months out6 Months out3 Months out3 Months out
Event Styling & Design
Budget Planning
Venue Recommendations
Vendor Selection
Vendor Management
Contract Review
RSVP Tracking
Accommodation Coordination
Transportation Coordination
Venue Visits
Final Venue Walkthrough
Timeline Creation & Management
Onsite Event Management
Rentals & Linens
Invites & Stationery
Wedding Website
Wedding Favors & Accessories

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  • Truly a GEM

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    •Mia•Oct 2, 2024

    Working with Tonimari was great! She was a gem to work with! See what I did there? She was the calming force of the chaotic, stressful process called wedding planning. She coordinated our wedding through multiple meetings— asking the right questions which helped us through details we did not even think of; sending us lists which helped us become more organized; collecting all our thoughts and ideas, then organizing it to fruition, and many more! She made sure everything was smooth sailing and seamless, especially on the day of the wedding. Because on this day I could not think of anything more but walking down that aisle. She checked and double checked if the schedule was followed, if the checklists were done correctly, and best of all, she calmed down not just my and the groom’s nerves but also the whole entourage’s! I could not ask for a better coordinator/planner to work with. Thank you Tonimari and team for making our wedding absolutely perfect in our eyes and hearts.

  • Exceptional service and very well organized

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    •Norey & J.•Oct 1, 2024

    We cannot thank GEM Events enough for making our special day absolutely perfect. From the moment we met, we knew we were in good hands, but what they delivered went beyond our expectations. We had various video meetings with Tonimari to ensure we were in alignment of expectations as well as a venue walkthrough to explain our vision. Everything, including the day-of timeline, was neatly organized in a shared spreadsheet that we could easily refer back to or clarify any questions. On the day of our wedding, Tonimari flawlessly executed every detail, ensuring that everything ran smoothly and according to plan. From before the wedding ceremony up until the end of the reception, she was helpful and communicative to not only us but our complete wedding party. From coordinating vendors to managing last-minute hiccups, she handled everything well, allowing us to truly relax and enjoy our day. One of the highlights of working with Tonimari and GEM Events was their incredible talent for decorating our reception venue. With just a few conversations and a last minute decoration handoff, they understood our vision perfectly and brought it to life. Every corner of the venue was adorned with beautiful details that reflected our style and personalities, creating an atmosphere that was unforgettable. Our guests have raved about how stunning the venue looked and how smoothly everything flowed throughout the evening, and we have GEM Events to thank for that. They not only exceeded our expectations but also went above and beyond to ensure that our wedding day was everything we dreamed of and more. If you're looking for a wedding coordinator who is not only highly skilled and organized but also genuinely cares about making your day as perfect as possible, look no further than Tonimari. She is an absolute *gem*, and we feel incredibly fortunate to have had her by our side on our special day.

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    •Michell and Z.•Aug 1, 2024

    Toni absolutely exceeded our expectations! There is not a single thing we would change about our experience working with her. For every planning meeting and correspondence, she was punctual, prepared, professional, and an absolute joy to work with. Because of her detailed planning and coordination, we both felt stress-free and every moment of our wedding day was absolutely perfect! We want to thank you so much again for everything you did for our wedding! We know for sure it wouldn't have turned out to be as perfect as it did without your help! Michelle & Zylo

  • Thank You Gem Events

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    •Katy•Aug 1, 2024

    "It was a pleasure working with Toni! She is such a sweetheart and treated me like a friend. She went above and beyond what I was looking for. Toni was very organized and had a lot of different ideas and suggestions to fill the missing pieces when I felt lost. At the start of my wedding planning process, I was very overwhelmed but Toni’s monthly meetings made things run smoothly. Toni went beyond my expectations of my vision board for my decorations. She took note of all the little details that I wanted. My wedding turned out just as I imagined it and went very smoothly thanks to Toni. Also on top of what Toni did, she did an amazing job while being pregnant. Thank you so much to Toni and her team." -Kathy

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