J's Elevated Dreams

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Service levels: Full-service planning

Team size: 1 – 3

About J's Elevated Dreams

J's Elevated Dreams

Event + Wedding Planner

Born and raised in the vibrant city of Chicago, I come from a big, lively, and wonderfully loud Middle Eastern family, my heart has always been set on bringing people together and celebrating love in all its forms. What better way to do that than planning fabulous + unforgettable weddings, birthdays, showers, + more! My friends often turn to me for organizing their events, our travel adventures, & booking our excursions, which sparked the idea: why not make this my career? With over 5 years of professional event planning experience under my belt, I’ve absolutely fallen in love with crafting every little detail to ensure your day is perfect!

When you have me by your side during the planning process, you can relax and enjoy the journey. No need to stress about how everything will come together on the big day or who will be coordinating all your fabulous vendors—I’ve got it all covered! I’m here to make your elevated dreams come true and sprinkle a little magic into every celebration! Featured in Chicago Style Weddings

In three words: Collaborative, Creative, Efficient

Best of Zola 2026

Services by planning level

Full-service planning

Partial planning

Day-of coordination / wedding management

Destination wedding

Elopement / microwedding

Reviews

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Rating: 5.0

5.0 out of 5

29 reviews

  • JS

    Jon and S.

    Rating: 5
    •Zola
    •Oct 15

    Jens Allowed us to Enjoy our wedding

    We cannot recommend Jen and J’s Elevated Dream highly enough! From start to finish, working with Jen was one of the best decisions we made for our wedding. Everything went absolutely great, and she made the entire experience feel effortless for us. What truly set Jen apart was how she handled the unexpected. Several issues came up during the wedding day, and we had no idea they were even happening because Jen took care of everything behind the scenes. She allowed us to have a completely carefree wedding by managing all the logistics, solving problems, and dealing with any complaints so we never had to put out fires or stress about a single thing. We got to fully celebrate and enjoy our big day with our family and friends, and that is priceless. Thanks so much, Jen—you really made our wedding carefree and we had so much fun. If you’re looking for a wedding planner who is calm, proactive, and truly has your back so you can just be present and happy, Jen is the one. We are so grateful!

  • RK

    Ramina K.

    Rating: 5
    •Zola
    •Oct 14

    Corporate Event Planning at its Best!

    Jen with J’s Elevated Dreams did an incredible job planning our firm’s holiday party. She truly took the time to understand what we wanted and brought our vision to life even better than we imagined. Her attention to detail was unmatched, and she handled everything…from coordinating with the venue and vendors to managing the timeline and making sure the entire evening ran smoothly. Jen and her team were professional, organized, responsive, and always one step ahead. We were able to enjoy the party without worrying about a thing. I can’t recommend her enough!

  • MV

    Mia V.

    Rating: 5
    •Zola
    •Oct 14

    Hire Jen!!!

    Jen truly was the most amazing planner from start to finish. She immediately stepped in and helped us get organized with all the daunting details, making the entire planning process feel so much more manageable and stress-free. Every check-in call, she showed up prepared, thoughtful, and full of helpful advice. By our final walkthrough, it was clear how well she knew our venue, our vendors, and our exact vision for the day. She has such an incredible eye for the little details while also keeping the big picture in mind to make sure everything comes together seamlessly. The day of our wedding truly couldn’t have gone smoother, and a huge part of that is thanks to Jen. From the moment she arrived that morning, I knew everything was in good hands. She was always one step ahead, ready to help wherever needed while also working seamlessly behind the scenes to make sure every detail came together exactly as we had envisioned. We were able to be fully present and enjoy our day knowing she had everything covered. I truly couldn’t recommend Jen enough!

    Jen David•Oct 14, 2026

    Mia & Billy <3 Thank you so so much for your kind words, I'm so happy to hear your day was as perfect as you envisioned! I wish you two the absolute best and thank you from the bottom of my heart for choosing me to be a part of your special day!

  • KM

    Kelley M.

    Rating: 5
    •Zola
    •Aug 3, 2026

    Jen is the best

    10/10 wedding day thanks to Jen and her team!!! Jen went ABOVE and beyond to help me on our wedding day when weather didn’t go as planned, running to her car to get me a curler, working with vendors to change plans, and helped to completely turn it around into the best day ever! Throughout the planning process she consistently impressed us with all the details she remembered from our meetings and was able to take care of everything so that I didn’t have to contact a single vendor all weekend bc Jen had it all handled and I could spend time with my friends and family. Highly highly recommend her!

    Jen David•Aug 14, 2026

    Kelley & Tyler! <3 thank you dearly for the kind words! Working with amazing clients like you is what keeps me going. Thank you for being so great to work with, it was my absolute pleasure! I wish you two the best!!

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    Nina

    Rating: 5
    •Zola
    •Jul 24, 2026

    10/10!!!!!!

    Working with Jen and her assistant from J's Elevated Dreams was truly a game-changer for our wedding day. From our first conversation, Jen listened carefully to what we wanted and stayed on top of every detail leading up to the big day. She and her assistant were constantly by our side throughout the event, making sure the timing flowed perfectly and handling all the vendor coordination so we didn't have to worry about anything. What really stood out was how much she genuinely cared about making our day special! It showed in everything she did. Our wedding was beautiful in every way, and we honestly can't imagine how we would have pulled it off without her. If you're looking for a wedding planner, hire Jen!!!

    Jen David•Aug 14, 2026

    Nina + Sal <3 thank you so much for the kind words and for being such a lovely couple to work with! Your day was so special and it was my pleasure to be apart of it!! Wish you two the best!!

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Absolutely! We would love to plan your special occasion, whether it's a birthday bash, baby shower, rehearsal dinner, engagement party, or baptism! Whatever event you're planning, we got it covered!
I have planned over 200 weddings and events in the past 5 years, each one having its own special place in my heart. The events have ranged from Luxurious 400-guest Weddings to Intimate close-knit family and friends gatherings. Rehearsal dinners to Holy Communions, Baptisms to Birthday Bashes, and more!
The time we spend together depends on the package you book with me! The Basic Sapphire package gets you about 2-3 months of communication time with me, whereas the Full Service Diamond and Ruby packages get you about 12-18 months of communication!

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