Above and Beyond Events

Service levels: Full-service planning

Team size: 1 – 4

About Above and Beyond Events

Sophie Krauel

Owner | Lead Planner & Designer

My passion for organization and creating meaningful experiences led me to wedding planning. Growing up on California’s Central Coast and playing professional tennis, I learned resilience and adaptability, which now help me execute weddings with precision. I take a calm, patient approach, ensuring every detail is flawlessly managed. My goal is to exceed your expectations with a stress-free, beautifully designed event that reflects you. Whether in the Pacific Northwest or Central Coast, I’ll bring your vision to life with ease.

What sets me apart is my background as a professional athlete, my passion for organization, and my focus on creating personalized experiences. Tennis taught me resilience, adaptability, and how to perform under pressure, ensuring your event runs flawlessly. I bring a calm, patient approach, prioritizing your vision and peace of mind. With expertise in both logistics and design, I deliver a stress-free, beautifully orchestrated event that reflects your style and love story.

In three words: Calm, Confident, Efficient

Services by planning level

Service included in starting price

Service available for an extra cost

	Full-service planning	Destination wedding	Partial planning	Day-of coordination / wedding management
Description	We support you from start to finish, offering a stress-free, customized wedding planning experience. From budgeting and logistics to coordinating with top vendors, we handle every detail. Our team creates a timeline and manages day-of logistics, letting you enjoy each moment without worry. With our expertise, your big day will unfold just as you envisioned, leaving all the planning in our hands.	Planning a destination wedding should be an exciting adventure, not stressful. I’ll handle everything from selecting the perfect location to coordinating with local vendors, ensuring every detail is covered. Whether it’s a beachside ceremony, vineyard, or exotic destination, I’ll help bring your vision to life. With my expertise and connections, your destination wedding will be a seamless and memorable experience for you and your guests.	Looking for a little more hands on assistance to make your wedding planning process stress-free, and customized to you and your significant other? Then this package is for you! Our team handles the logistics, details, and vendor coordination to make sure you can enjoy your day without a worry in mind!	My Event Management Package, also known as "Day-Of Coordination," is perfect for couples who already have a venue and vendors they love. If you want everything to run smoothly, so you can focus on enjoying your day and your guests, I’m here to help. Together, we'll ensure your day is stress-free, your vision comes to life, and everything unfolds just as you imagined!
Planning begins	12 Months out	12 Months out	9 Months out	6 Months out
Vendor Selection
Vendor Management
Venue Visits
Final Venue Walkthrough
Timeline Creation & Management
Onsite Event Management
Event Styling & Design
Budget Planning
Venue Recommendations
Contract Review
Rentals & Linens
Invites & Stationery
RSVP Tracking
Wedding Website
Wedding Favors & Accessories
Accommodation Coordination
Transportation Coordination
Pricing	Starts at $4,000	Starts at $6,000	Starts at $3,500	Starts at $1,950

Reviews

Write a review

5.0 out of 5

2 reviews

Write a review

Wedding
•Verified review
•Taylor W.•Apr 8
Above and Beyond Events was the perfect wedding planner for our special day. Their communication was always on top of it, keeping us informed and coordinated every step of the way. The team was professional, reliable, and truly went above and beyond to ensure everything was set up exactly as we had hoped. They were so attentive to our needs on what could have been a stressful day, making the experience smooth and easy-going. I would give them a 10/10 recommendation to any bride looking for a seamless, special wedding day.
THE BEST THERE IS
•Verified review
•Grace R.•Apr 3, 2025
Sophie and her team are amazing! They make you feel comfortable before and during your wedding day! Her communication is efficient and timely. I seriously wouldn’t recommend anyone else.