Alison Events

Alison Hotchkins: “For me, producing weddings and events is about creating unforgettable experiences. In order to do that and stay inspired, I'm constantly seeking adventure in my personal life – exploring new destinations and fueling my own passion for the outdoors and design.

My devotion to travel started early. I grew up on the East Coast, and spent a semester of high school in Japan, followed by college in Colorado and New Zealand. Prior to starting Alison Events, I worked in corporate planning, working with businesses to plan and execute special events and incentive travel trips. I combined that experience with the goal of bringing families together and working all over the world, and Alison Events Planning & Design was born.

Since launching in 2003, my team and I have cultivated an exceptional global network of vendors and event partners. I've written two books on destination wedding planning and produced over 400 events in nine countries and 27 cities around the world. Throughout my almost twenty years in business, I’ve grown and learned from just about every experience. I’ve learned how to understand what my clients want and connect with them on a genuine, personal level. I’ve learned how to play by the rules and, more importantly, when to throw them out entirely. I’ve learned how to keep my diplomatic cool when the stress is high, and how to deal with intricate family dynamics.

Producing events isn’t just about making things pretty – at Alison Events we know that it’s about handling all the details – from catering, logistics and budgeting, to the challenges of merging two families – that make up the whole.”

We’re more than just a boutique event-planning firm. We’re a global team with the creative capacity to design and execute an unforgettable party — whether a destination wedding, a corporate gig or a big-bash birthday. We believe in creating unique moments that inspire.