Elizabeth Wilbur Planning Services

Elizabeth Wilbur Planning Services is a wedding planning business in Northumberland, Pennsylvania. Elizabeth started the company after planning her own wedding, and she works every event alongside her husband, Dan.

Why they suit LGBTQ+ couples

The business is LGBTQ+-owned. Elizabeth is part of the queer community and says her highest priority is that her services are a safe place for everyone. For you, that means a planner who starts from your own picture of the day rather than a template.

How the team works

The two work as a pair, because Elizabeth believes coordination is a job for at least two people. They describe themselves as hands-on coordinators who want you present in the moment, not troubleshooting.

• Hands-on coordination on the day
• A two-person team at every wedding
• A focus on keeping the day calm for you

What to ask a planner

Find out which planning level fits: full planning, partial help or coordination on the day. Ask what happens at the rehearsal, how vendors are managed and what the timeline looks like. Share your budget honestly, and ask how the planner handles disagreements among family members. Request a sample timeline and a list of what is covered in the contract. Central Pennsylvania has many farm, vineyard and historic venues, and a planner who knows them can save you time.

Planners differ in how they split tasks, so ask who contacts vendors, who holds the budget and how often you will meet. Ask for references from recent couples, and request a written scope of work. It also helps to decide early how much you want to delegate, so the planner knows when to decide for you and when to ask.

Questions

Who works the wedding?

Elizabeth works every wedding with her husband Dan.

Why did she start the business?

She began it after planning her own wedding.