A big part of what we love about our annual auction and soiree is dressing up. Not just ourselves but the fabulous ballroom at the Four Seasons as well! This year we have the incredible resources and talents of PJ Hummel & Company to help us create a gorgeous and fun atmosphere for you to enjoy and to inspire us all to remember why we are there: to fulfill dreams!!
PJ Hummel & Company Inc, is an award-winning event design, décor, and production company, a one-stop shop for event design needs, creating impressive special events for private and corporate clients since 1995. PJ began her first visual merchandising business in 1976 at the age of 19. She started collecting props and décor to meet the needs of her clientele. That collection has greatly expanded and is now housed in a 15,000 square foot warehouse!
PJ, what do you love about your work?
The power of the big “wow.” It is the expression on my guests’ faces, the wow and the wonder, which gives me huge satisfaction that what I do makes a difference. PJ Hummel & Company creates award-winning events and things of beauty every single day. Our events give guests a once-in-a-lifetime experience.
What drew you to Get Hitched, Give Hope?
It was a genius idea in a beautiful place & for a great cause. The organizers have gathered a top-notch team that will come together and create something of significance.
How are you participating in GHGH this year?
This is our first year, and we are the main décor sponsor for the auction soiree. Our company specializes in large scale décor, and we’re excited to use some of our brand-new inventory, such as our oversized 5’ tall birdcages with crystal chandeliers inside.
What inspires you?
Our clients! Every project is different and unique. One of our brides wanted a traditional Hindu wedding, but her mother wanted a garden theme. We married the two ideas together and created a Secret Garden theme that ran throughout the entire wedding.
What makes your business stand out?
What sets PJ Hummel & Company apart from other vendors in our field is our longevity, expertise, and experience. We have had many opportunities to work on some really big projects in some very unusual locations. We are a hybrid of designer and supplier, and have a strong passion for new ideas. We call ourselves “the ultimate event resource” because we do it all. We own our own inventory of soft seating, 20’ high drapes, centerpieces, and decorative galore.
If you could pass on your advice to an engaged couple, what three tips would you give?
Establish a budget early, and share it with your designers. We always ask our clients for a budget range and what they want that budget to include.
If you’re trying to save costs, pick a venue with good bones. Then it’s just a matter of adding personal details. Collect visuals of what you like. Things like color schemes, floral, & table settings, whatever helps build your vision. We have a design studio fill of samples and deign books to spark our client’s imaginations!
Anything else you’d like to share with the world?
When we say we’re award-winning designers, we mean it! In the past year we have been honored with: Best Rental Provider in Washington by Northwest Meetings + Events Magazine, Best wedding (budget $100,001 and above) by The Emerald City Applause awards, Best innovative new product/technology (our Glow Bars, which will be seen at the show!), and 2011 Woman of Influence by the Business Examiner!
How can we stay in touch?
our website: pjhummel.com
our blog: pjhummelcompanyinc.blogspot.com
our Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/pages/PJ-Hummel-Company-Inc/107404728888
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