Testimonials

  • "Planning a wedding is very complex and stressful. Sam alleviated all those concerns & more as our wedding planner in August 2023. Sam is an essential asset to anyone planning an event. Throughout the planning process, she regularly updated us on her progress, managed our myriad of vendors & our responsibilities. Her organization is unmatched. She made an overwhelming event seem manageable and fun. We’ve recommended Sam to several friends since 2023. Sam is truly a pleasure to work with and will help to ensure your event runs seamlessly with her detail oriented and warm approach."

    Natalia & Peter Webermeier, wedding clients married August 2023

  • "Samantha knows how to make the ordinary extraordinary…from the first communication about the event to the day of the event. Samantha Sarine is the ultimate professional."

    Susan Quinn, President & CEO of Circle S Studio

  • "Samantha is an exceptional leader who consistently demonstrates a strong work ethic, excellent communication skills, and a dedication to achieving results. She is always willing to go above and beyond to support her team and ensure that goals are met. She is approachable, understanding, and always willing to listen to feedback and ideas. Her positive attitude and ability to motivate others make her an invaluable asset to any team."

    Ken Washington-Simmons, Meeting & Event Planning Manager at Flik Hospitality Group

  • “As an event planner, Samantha demonstrates a keen eye for detail and an unparalleled ability to anticipate and address potential challenges. Her meticulous planning and organizational skills ensure that every event, whether large or small, is executed flawlessly. From initial concept to final implementation, she manages each aspect with precision and creativity, resulting in memorable experiences for all attendees.”

    Thad Carlson, Senior Director of Sales - Devil's Thumb Ranch Resort & Spa

  • "I have had the pleasure of working with Samantha for over 4years… She is very detail oriented when working with clients and vendors, which is ESSENTIAL in the events industry! I admire her professionalism when dealing with last minute changes, vendors, weather and the many challenges that face event planners!! What happens behind the scenes, you will never know, as her smile is there, along with her grace and charm!"

    Nina Whittleton, President & Owner of Classic Party Rentals of Va., Inc.

  • “Samantha has something special, and you can see it in just about everything she does and the multitude of relationships she manages. She is brilliantly smart and clearly prioritizes life-long learning. I believe this allows her to create powerful opportunities for people to teach, learn, and connect. She takes those opportunities and transforms them into a community through events that are expertly organized, executed, and wildly creative. You can't help but be attracted to being a part of it - as a sponsor, advertiser, or attendee.”

    Ashley Cawthorn, Director of Marketing at Berg Hill Greenleaf and Ruscitti

  • "Samantha is an incredibly poised event planning and marketing professional. Samantha smoothly navigates whatever hurdles may arise, thinks of intricate details that have a substantial impact on her events & actively seeks input and adapts to feedback from sponsors and vendors to ensure that everyone’s needs are met. Samantha is an absolute pleasure and collaborating with her is something I look forward to each year."

    Carman Faison, CPA, Partner at Brown Edwards

  • "Sam is highly knowledgeable in strategic event planning and event management, and her expertise has been invaluable in guiding our team through complex projects. She has a remarkable ability to strategize effectively, identify key priorities, and motivate the team to create successful events. Sam's dedication to excellence and attention to detail ensure that projects are completed on time and with exceptional quality."

    Francis Smith, Meetings & Events Planning Manager at Flik Hospitality Group

  • "I would like to take a moment to recognize and recommend Samantha as an expert in project management, event management, and marketing. I have had the pleasure of working with Samantha over the past three years in connection with my company’s sponsorship of the RVA Power Women Awards. …Samantha’s event management execution has been flawless all three years as she secured beautiful venues, delicious food and beverages, and top-notch photographers and videographers for the Awards."

    Kimberly Hillman, Associate General Counsel at Brown Distributing Company