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- Coimbatore | India
Welcome to Family Events, where you just need to show up.
We started our baby steps in the business of events from April 2008 in Dubai UAE. Our first effort was to build a small community of like-minded people. To this we started to organize home concerts promoting UAE based Indian talents. Since then, there was no looking back.
In 2012 we established a legal entity in Dubai. Our core focus was to promote Indian culture. Our efforts started growing to result in full time concerts featuring top notch Indian Classical Music exponents under the banner Sangeet Festival, beyond class Indian classical dance experts under the banner Nartana and expression experts featured on our theatre shows under the banner Stage.
Our programs like Sangeet Samrat, Nartana Samrat and Stage Samrat ensured that Indian origin next generation kids had a realty show like experience in showcasing their talent with a direct interaction opportunity with world class Indian artists and get their talent and performance evaluated for greater improvement. Our Samrats’ have been featured and appreciated in many Indian Television Reality shows.
In 2019, we decided to relocate to India for good. Our interests in the promotion and affiliation with Indian culture made us start event management in India too. This time our focus and delivery specialization were different. We wanted to offer the best for our NRI community. We started associating with our overseas friends and promised them “You just need to show up, because we are there to run around for you”.
That promise continues. All life events like Birthdays, Upanayanam, Arangetram, Engagement, Weddings, 60th Birthday (Sashtiabdapoorthi), 70th Birthday (Bheema Radha Santhi), 80th Birthday (Sathabhishekam) are given the most detailed attention to every host. Our service basket briefs our expertise with no left-out activity. We ensured that our customers get the best experience to themselves and their guests. In return each host started saving money on their event planning expensive travel programs to India from their resident countries. And they understood our promise – “You just need to show up when with Family Events”.
Our supply chain systems allow us to deliver high satisfactory executed events across any city in India. Another extraordinary promise only from Family Events.
Founder and CEO
Co-Founder and COO
Head of Memorable Moments
Head of On-site Operations
Head of Process Automation
VP Marketing
When we say, “You just need to show up”. We really mean it.
Our basket of services covers every minute activity involved in an event.
Indian families are shifting to intimate weddings due to post-pandemic prioritization of quality time, influence from global trends seen on social media, and a desire for authentic, personalized experiences over grand spectacle, allowing budgets to focus on luxury details, better guest experiences, and genuine connection with loved ones. This shift, driven by younger couples, values sincerity, meaningful moments, and sustainability, moving away from the cultural pressure of massive guest lists.
Key Drivers for the Shift
Post-Pandemic Realization: The pandemic forced smaller gatherings, making couples and families realize the joy and authenticity of celebrating with only closest relatives, prioritizing quality time over quantity.
Desire for Authenticity & Personalization: Couples want celebrations that reflect their unique personalities, moving beyond societal expectations and what will people say.
Micro-Luxury & Elevated Experience: Budgets are reallocated from mass logistics to premium experiences like gourmet food, unique entertainment, designer décor, and personalized gifts for a few guests.
Social Media Influence: Global trends (like destination weddings) seen online inspire couples to seek cinematic, photogenic backdrops, often found in private villas or boutique venues.
Empowerment of the Couple: The younger generation often takes charge, favoring experiences aligned with their values, including sustainability and mindful spending.
Cost & Resource Reallocation: While not always cheaper, funds are spent differently, reducing waste and allowing for savings to be used for honeymoons or future investments.
Venue Flexibility: Smaller sizes open up options like heritage homes, estates, resorts, or even homes, creating unique settings.
Impact on Indian Weddings
Shift in Focus: From cultural performance to heartfelt, genuine celebration.
New Venues: Surge in demand for private estates, villas, and boutique resorts.
Conscious Choices: More digital invites, sustainable decor, and focus on environmental impact.
Hiring an event manager for an intimate wedding is valuable because it allows the couple and their families to fully enjoy the moment while professionals handle the complex logistics, budget management, and problem-solving. Even with a small guest list, the planning process involves numerous tasks and decisions that can be a source of significant stress.
Key Reasons to Hire an Event Manager
Stress Reduction: A professional planner acts as a buffer against stress, managing the myriad of details and last-minute changes, so the couple can relax and be present on their special day.
Time-Saving: Planning a wedding is often a full-time job. An event manager takes care of time-consuming tasks like researching vendors, scheduling meetings, and managing timelines, freeing up the couple’s time for other commitments and quality time together.
Expertise and Vendor Connections: Event managers bring a wealth of industry knowledge and established relationships with reliable vendors (caterers, photographers, florists, etc.). This often leads to better service, and sometimes even cost savings or added value, that couples might not get on their own.
Budget Management: Planners help create and stick to a realistic budget, understanding all the potential costs and helping prioritize expenses to get the most value for the money spent, preventing overspending or hidden fees.
Creative Vision and Personalization: Event managers can help translate a couple’s vision or a Pinterest board into a reality, offering creative ideas and ensuring all design elements align with their style and preferences for a unique and memorable event.
Seamless Execution and Problem Solving: On the wedding day, an event manager oversees the entire flow of events, from setup to tear-down, managing the schedule, guests, and any unforeseen issues discreetly. This ensures that potential problems, such as a vendor running late or a sudden change in weather, are handled without the couple’s knowledge.
Guest Experience: With a professional handling the logistics, guests receive a higher level of hospitality and attention, from smooth check-ins to timely event coordination, leaving them with fond memories of a well-organized event.
Family Dynamics: An impartial third party can act as a mediator for difficult family situations or opinions, ensuring that the couple’s wishes remain the priority without causing added familial strain.
Ultimately, an event manager provides peace of mind and allows everyone involved, including the couple’s immediate family and friends, to be fully present and enjoy the celebration rather than working it.
For Non-Resident Indians (NRIs), planning a family function back home can be a daunting task fraught with logistical challenges and emotional complexities. The distance itself presents a significant hurdle, making hands-on involvement virtually impossible. This is where professional event planners become invaluable partners, offering a range of services that simplify the process and ensure a memorable celebration.
Several factors contribute to the rising popularity of event planners amongst NRIs:
Bridging the Distance Gap: The most obvious reason is geographical distance. NRIs often live thousands of miles away, making it impossible to personally oversee all the arrangements. Event planners act as their on-the-ground representatives, managing every detail from vendor selection to guest coordination.
Time Constraints: Juggling professional commitments and personal life in a foreign country leaves little time for meticulous wedding or function planning. Outsourcing the planning to experts frees up valuable time and reduces stress.
Cultural Nuances and Local Expertise: Indian family functions are rich in traditions and customs that can be challenging for someone unfamiliar with the local context. Event planners possess in-depth knowledge of local vendors, traditions, and practices, ensuring authenticity and cultural sensitivity. They navigate the intricacies of local customs and logistics effortlessly.
Budget Management and Vendor Negotiations: Negotiating prices with vendors and managing the overall budget can be complicated. Event planners bring their expertise in securing the best deals while sticking to the allocated budget, often leveraging their established relationships with vendors.
Peace of Mind and Reduced Stress: Planning a large-scale event is inherently stressful. By entrusting the responsibility to professionals, NRIs gain peace of mind, knowing their function is in capable hands, allowing them to enjoy the celebration without the constant worry of logistical hiccups.
Access to Resources and Network: Reputable event planners have access to a vast network of vendors, venues, and resources, ensuring a higher quality of services and a wider range of options that might be unavailable to someone planning remotely.
Ensuring a Seamless and Memorable Event: Ultimately, the goal is to create a memorable and joyful occasion for the family. Event planners strive to exceed expectations by meticulously coordinating every detail, resulting in a smooth and stress-free celebration that the NRI family can cherish.
In conclusion, hiring an event planner allows NRIs to overcome the significant challenges of distance, time constraints, and cultural nuances, enabling them to focus on enjoying the celebration with their loved ones rather than being bogged down in the complexities of planning. It’s an investment in peace of mind and a guarantee of a flawlessly executed, culturally rich, and memorable family function.
Event planners are the preferred choice for destination weddings because they are experts in handling the unique complexities of organizing an event far from home. Their specialized knowledge and network of local vendors save couples time, reduce stress, and often result in a more cost-effective and flawlessly executed celebration.
Expertise and local knowledge
Hiring a planner provides access to crucial information and connections that are difficult for an outsider to acquire.
Vendor network: Destination wedding planners have established relationships with trusted vendors, including caterers, photographers, and florists, in a specific location. This ensures quality service and can often secure better rates than a couple could get on their own.
Logistics management: Planners are skilled in coordinating complex travel, accommodation, and transportation for the couple and all their guests. They manage communications across different time zones, ensuring everyone arrives on time and is taken care of.
Cultural and legal understanding: A planner with local expertise can navigate regional customs, traditions, and legal requirements, such as marriage licenses and permits. This prevents unintentional etiquette mistakes and ensures the ceremony is legally recognized.
Time and stress reduction
The logistical demands of a destination wedding can be overwhelming, but a planner manages the intricate details so the couple can enjoy the process.
Handles everything: From the initial concept to the wedding day execution, a planner oversees every aspect. This includes venue selection, budget allocation, guest list tracking, and creating contingency plans for unexpected issues like bad weather.
Saves time: On average, planning a wedding can take over 100 hours. A planner handles the time-consuming research and coordination, freeing up the couple to focus on their regular lives.
Ensures a stress-free experience: With a professional managing the details, the couple and their families are free to relax and enjoy the wedding events as guests, rather than constantly worrying about logistics.
Budget management
While a planner’s fee is an initial cost, their expertise can prevent expensive mistakes and lead to overall savings.
Strategic spending: Planners are experts at setting realistic budgets and allocating funds effectively. They can advise on where to splurge and where to save to maximize your budget’s impact.
Access to deals: Due to their relationships with vendors, planners can often negotiate for exclusive packages and discounts that are not available to the general public.
Transparent costs: They provide a detailed breakdown of costs, helping couples avoid hidden fees and unexpected expenses.
Creative and personalized vision
A planner helps transform the couple’s unique vision into a reality, no matter how complex or far away.
Customization: Planners work to understand the couple’s unique style and preferences, curating everything from the theme and decor to the menu and entertainment.
Creative ideas: With their industry knowledge, planners are a source of inspiration for unique and creative ideas that can make the wedding truly unforgettable.
A seamless production: By having an impartial expert oversee the coordination of all vendors, the planner ensures every element comes together flawlessly on the day of the event.
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