Prime Example Events & Wedding Planning, LLC

("We are very thankful for the testimonials that we have received. We add them not to brag but to share with others to show how blessed we are, and how thankful we are for the opportunity to have been a part of helping dreams and visions come true. We thank each and everyone of our clients for taking the time to let us know how we performed. So we proudly post their entire review") Prime Example Events

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The attention to detail and the quality of work was awesome. Prime Example is a very appropriate name for this business. They exceeded ALL of our expectations and did it with loving kindness.
(Sheldon & Nikki - November 14, 2011)

"I loved, loved working with Ms. Elaine at Prime Example. She was always there making sure what ever I needed was taken care of and done correctly. I would call her as early as 7 in the morning making wedding changes but she was always polite and on top of her game. (I miss those early morning phone calls :) ) From the first meeting with Ms. Elaine there was an instant connection that I will always cherish.
(Crystal & Jason - September 24, 2011)

We had the GREAT pleasure of having A Prime Example Events & Wedding Planning take care of all of our needs for our eautiful September Wedding. Elaine was attentive to my needs as a bride and a fabulous friend in crisis as well. She truly has a good heart. She knew how to turn our ideas and dreams into reality. She and her staff made our wedding day SEAMLESS. Everything was so elegantly organized. There were no worries for me that day. In the year of our planning, she became our counselor,friend and a part of our family. We Thank you Again!!!

(Tish & Al - September 4, 2011)

From the day we met with Elaine Primus of Prime Example Events she understood our wedding day vision and maintained that focus for the year of planning our special day. There was in instant connection with Elaine in our initial meeting and our personalities meshed very well. We walked away from that meeting feeling confident that we would be well taken care of. Our instincts proved right and we couldn’t have asked for a better Wedding Planner!

Whether you need a full-service planner or only services on the day of your wedding Prime Example Events will not disappoint you. We opted for a full service package because we lived and were being married in two different states. Friends and family were amazed at how calm we seemed (outwardly!) in the planning of our destination wedding. Prime Example Events made it easy. If you’ve envisioned your wedding day down to the smallest detail, Prime Example will help you make that happen. And if you have a limited view of your wedding day, they will help you develop your vision.

They can work with any budget. You can use your own vendors or Prime Example has some great vendors to choose from. If issues arose with the vendors before, during or after our wedding, from the biggest to the smallest concern, Prime Example Events served as our representative and advocated for whatever change was needed. They were readily available to answer any questions or concerns we had and we never waited more than a day to respond (especially important for the nervous bride!). Elaine coordinated, and was present at all of the vendor meetings, and assisted us in reviewing all the vendor contracts and making sure everything was in order.

Elaine was also on hand from the rehearsal and all day of the wedding, with a time line that ensured that everything ran smoothly. The wedding day team, Monica, Juyne, Angela and Shavon that worked alongside Elaine were fantastic. They were extremely attentive, made sure our wedding party was well taken care of and kept them and guests on time and happy. This allowed the bride and groom to relax (as much as one could on their wedding day!) and enjoy without worry.

We knew that we had chosen the right Wedding Planner when we first met Elaine, but our guests confirmed it by saying how good Prime Example Events was and how they managed our wedding day so seamlessly!

(Lori and Michael - July 16, 2011)

Miss Elaine, I can't believe we began the process of planning my wedding two months prior to the date and now it has come and gone. It turned out to be more than I could ever hoped for! Never in a million years would I have thought that not only was I totally ready for my wedding on my wedding day, but everything was complete 2 months prior to the date. I could have never done that without you. You kept everything on a time line and every time I called you about a question your words to me were " I got it!" Our day turned out to be stress free and full of wonderful memories that will always bring big smiles to our faces.

Thank you for helping me from the invitations to the flowers and so on and so on! You are amazing! I would recommend you to anyone not only for a wedding but for any event.
(Michael & Charlene - April 17, 2011)

Elaine, we can't thank you and your professional team; Angela, Juyne, Monica & Tiera for being a part of something so big for The Precious Few. We were so nervous about this being our first "dinner theater" - Easter program and trying to pull this off. You and your team did an excellent job. You all went above and beyond the call of duty. You did want you promise; from your greeter to providing excellent dinner service to our guest and providing last minute assist behind the stage. We will continue to refer Prime Example to everyone that we know. Everyone is still talking about how first class everything was, we did our part on presenting the play, but you and your team made sure everything else went as planned. We can't thank you enough. When we hired Prime Example, you said something that I would never forget. You said "benefit from our experience" money well spend! Thanks so much, God Bless, and I wish nothing but continue success for Prime Example.
(The Precious Few - April 16, 2011)

THOUGHTFUL, HELPFUL, ALWAYS THERE, NICE, KINDHEARTED AND SUPPORTIVE. Elaine & Frank, thank you very much for making Furney's 70th birthday a success. I really appreciated the manner in which you both served the food and made each guest feel special.

(Betty Brown - December 2010)

I cannot say enough about Elaine. She was wonderful. We are so glad we decided to go ahead and hire a planner. We initially weren’t sure if we wanted to take on the extra expense (I consider myself pretty organized), but I realized that I couldn’t be everywhere the day of. How would I supervise the set up of the room, make sure the flowers were delivered, or everyone was in place? The idea of trying to supervise and get ready seemed unrealistic, so we went looking for a day-of person who could also help with vendors. Finding Elaine was truly a blessing. She came highly recommended by a friend of mine from Harvard law who said she was fantastic, made their wedding day go extra smoothly, and stayed behind the scenes (unlike some planners who attract too much attention to themselves during the event). They also got married in the duke gardens (b/c that’s where the groom’s parents were married). As a couple who initially didn’t want to spend the extra money, I have to say that we feel like Elaine’s work and presence were worth many times what we paid her. We felt this way not only because, with her help, the wedding day went perfectly and not only because everything was beautiful, but also because Elaine just went above and beyond at every opportunity. If you were to hire her for your wedding, things would go very smoothly and things would be set up just as you wanted, but also she would just be a joy to be around. I cannot tell you the number of times she calmed me about a vendor or some other wedding-related issue. I honestly cannot imagine how we would have done it without her. She brought her team and while she was at the site supervising the set-up, she made sure one of her staff members (Angela)was with me making sure I had everything I need while I got ready.Further, we were planning the wedding from out of town – we live in NYC, but I had my heart set on getting married in the Duke Gardens (I loved it there as an undergrad). The fact that we were out of town didn’t make her miss a beat. She was always easy to get in contact with and helped us figure out what needed to be done next. She really knows the venues and the vendors in the area. She helped us coordinate meetings with vendors, and sat in them with us when we came to town. I had other vendors commenting on how great it was to work with her. My family enjoyed her as well. Through this process I really have come to regard Elaine as a friend. She helped us to realize the most amazing day of our lives so far.
(Audrey & Trevor - October 30, 2010)

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Elaine, the owner of Prime Example, was truly what we needed to make our day happen. I began planning my wedding 4 months prior to the date and the only thing that I really had accomplished was finding a venue. She was very professional from the beginning! She set up vendors for my husband and I to meet and she attended those meetings as well. She made sure that I was comfortable with the planning process and really helped me to bring my vision to reality on that day. We had different tastes and ideas on some concepts but she never forced her taste on us and I never felt that I had to have my wedding a certain way. Her staff (Angela & Mitchalene) on that day was friendly and accommodating. Even my guests noticed how smoothly things ran and I have received several good comments about the coordination of that day. Thank you so much Elaine!!!
(Darrell & TaKasha - Sept. 5, 2010)

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Elaine was the first person to make me feel like "the bride" during the wedding planning process, which was a huge deal to me. Being a wedding professional, myself and working wedding up till the week of my wedding, meant that enjoying my own wedding process was going to be a challenge, or so I thought, not with Prime Example! Elaine and her staff made me feel like queen for the day on my wedding day, she even went the extra mile and took the violinist (Lee England Jr.) and his manager to the airport for me. I really appreciated her hard work and time and attention in making me feel so special.
(Dhouba & LeKisha - July 30, 2010)

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Elaine was a valued part of my son and new daughter-in-law's wedding in Durham. She was always there for the planning with recommendations and assistance. This was particularly appreciated as the bride and groom are both in the military and were not there in Durham. During the rehearsal, wedding and reception she kept things going smoothly and on time. She and her staff were fantastic.

(P. McGhee- Mother of the groom/Travis & Niki)

Elaine & Team, Thank you so much for being part of our special day. Although, we were hesitant to use a coordinator, we both agree that without you the wedding would been much more chaotic than it already was with the tremble a/c mishap. You really helped us to keep everything on schedule and you kept the party going. We really appreciate everything you and your team did for us!

(Travis & Niki - July 25, 2010)

Prime Example Events & Wedding Planning were a joy to work with from beginning to end. Elaine Primus and her staff truly are a Prime Example of what a wedding planner should be to a bride. Elaine promised me that I would not be stressed at anytime during my planning process or wedding day. She kept her word from beginning to end. She made the process of meeting and choosing my vendors very convenient and timely during my busy schedule.We had no idea what we wanted this day to be like and Elaine took the time to help my husband and I develop a vision. My wedding day was absolutely everything we dreamed it would be and more. Prime Example Events & Wedding Planning is the #1 event planner in NC! I would recommend them to anyone planning for that once in a lifetime event. Thank you Prime Example Events & Wedding Planning for making our dreams come true! (Kechia & Kevin - May 10, 2010)

If you are getting married and would like help planning your big day. I highly recommend Prime Example Events and Wedding Planning. I was very pleased with the quality of service provided by Prime Example when planning my wedding. The planner, Elaine is truly exceptional at wedding planning! She will ensure that the vision of your wedding is seen through from start to finish (while keeping within your budget). I am so grateful for having crossed paths with Elaine. She was not only my wedding planner but now a good friend.
(Daphne & Martin January 23, 2010)

Prime Example Events & Wedding Planning helped make our wedding day a success. Elaine and her staff are very organized and efficient. While offering many suggestions and ideas Prime Example still made sure the final decision was ours. The staff was helpful, courteous, diligent, ect.......we could go on for days! " Prime Example Events & Wedding Planning" is indeed a "prime example" of how wedding and event planning should be. (Cara & Nya - November 17, 2009)

Best ideas we had when it came to planning the wedding: hiring our wonderful wedding planner Elaine Primus and hiring a babysitter to play with the kids at the reception. Thank you to Elaine and all of her staff for making Saturday feel effortless (Kelly & Duncan - October 31, 2009)

Our honeymoon was wonderful. Thank you so much for a beautiful wedding experience! We really enjoyed working with you to make it all happen. If I hear of any weddings being planned, I'll definitely recommend Prime Example.

(Cheryl & Brian - August 8, 2009)

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Elaine was a joy to work with. She executed my vision and took so much stress off of me. I was able to enjoy my wedding day without having to worry about anything. I absolutely recommend her.
(Karen & Steve - May 2, 2009)

Elaine and Prime Example were amazing! Elaine and her team made sure everything was taken care of so that we could enjoy our wedding. We never had to worry with Elaine handling the details. She made me feel at ease and was so professional, caring, and on top of the details. She is an expert in the wedding field and I would recommend her services to anyone thinking about getting married in North Carolina. (Stephanie & Daniel - June 13, 2009)

My wedding planner was awesome and very good at what she does. If I was to have any other event I would definitely use her again, also I would recommend her.
(Dionna & Greg - March 13, 2009)

Thank you for all your wonderful coordinating in the Sacred Service of Consecration for my husband Bishop Theodore Leo Bryant. (Dr. Bryant - September 2008)

You do not have to live in Durham to benefit from her exceptional services. My husband and I live in Baltimore, MD. When I decided to have my wedding in Durham, NC, I contacted a few wedding planners and Prime Example was the ONLY one who contacted me within minutes of hearing my message. PE listened to the vision I had for my wedding day weekend and designed a detailed package that fit my needs (200 guests). We use Prime Example to plan a 3 day wedding extravaganza. Thanks,
(Dee & Arshad - May 4, 2008)

Prime Example planned and organized a surprise birthday party for my husband's 50th. PE decorated the gathering place with flare and grace, catering by A Fannie Maze was delicious. Words cannot express how pleased my husband and I were to have Prime Example plan and execute his special day.

(P.B. Clark - Sept. 2007)