About

A woman in a pink dress holding a wedding magazine with wedding photos, standing in a decorated room with flowers and blue walls.

Ever since I was a little girl, I’ve loved dreaming up celebrations! Imagining my own wedding day and my future children’s birthday parties, and spending countless hours curating Pinterest boards filled with inspiration. That early joy has grown into a true passion: bringing your dream events to life, one intentional, beautiful detail at a time.

– Your Dream Planner, Jen

Born and raised in Chicago in a big, lively Assyrian family, I grew up in a culture where gathering, hosting, and celebrating are simply a way of life. Bringing people together and sharing love in all its forms has always felt natural to me, so event planning became the perfect way to turn that passion into purpose. From weddings and milestone events to group trips and special experiences for friends, I quickly became the “go-to” planner, and what began as a hobby evolved into a deeply fulfilling career.

With over five years of professional event planning experience, I’ve worked in more than 100 venues across Chicago and have had the joy of planning memorable events in Texas, Michigan, and Wisconsin. Whether close to home or in a new city, I’m committed to making sure every element of your event feels seamless, thoughtful, and uniquely you.

When you have me by your side, you can truly relax and enjoy the journey. I’ll communicate with your vendors, manage the timeline, and oversee all the moving pieces so you can stay present with the people you love and soak in every moment.

My mission is simple: to make your elevated dreams come to life, one fun, meaningful, and unforgettable celebration at a time.

Psalm 46:5 - "God is within her, she will not fall.”

PRESS & AWARDS

We are honored to be recognized by...

Wedding Day Magazine

Love Letters

  • "Jen was the absolute best - I cannot sing her praises enough! She came into the planning for our wedding in the 11th hour and seriously made magic happen. She consistenly made us feel so comfortable during the planning process. Truly one of the best decisions we made in the planning process was hiring her, and our wedding day was PERFECT because of it."

    — Naomi and Michael Kraut

  • "If there were more than 5 stars she would get them from me. Jen was our planner and she was simply amazing! From the very first Google call she was knowledgable, efficient, easy to work with, organized and did everything with a smile. She was calm on the wedding day and handled all the vendors with true professionalism. If there were any problems or issues, I did not know about them. Wedding day was flawless."

    — Deborah G

  • "I got the chance to work with Jen on a wedding recently and had the best experience! As a fellow vendor in the industry, and a past planner myself, I cannot tell you how much I appreciate a kind, organized, thoughtful planner and Jen was all that and more - I can't wait to work together again!"

    — Sarah S

  • "We had such a lovely experience working closely with Jen. Her attention detail and communicating seamlessly with my vendors leading up to the big day was beyond helpful. I HIGHLY recommend leveraging Jen. Thanks again for an unbelievable experience!"

    — Karen D

  • "Jen was amazing, she helped my day run so smoothly. She was incredibly professional and reminded me of so many things I didn't even think of when we were planning!"

    — Brett P

  • "Jen was our day of coordinator and she was absolutely AMAZING! She was quick to respond to emails, texts and coordinate between vendors. She had a calm demeanor the day of and went above. and beyond even helping me bustle my dress."

    — Natalia S

  • "Jennifer did an amazing job for our birthday party! She was very organized and timely. Will defiantly be utilizing her services for any future events! Highly recommend."

    — John Paul Sabbagh

  • "Jennifer was a joy to work with. Keeping my then-fiancé and I on track for the wedding, providing us attainable deadlines, and managing the day-of coordination was done with clear communication expertise. We could truly not have pulled off a 300+ person winter wedding without her. I would recommend her planning and day-of coordination services to anyone looking for a little (or in our case, A LOT) of help in planning their event."

    — Bercham Kamber

  • "Jennifer was the perfect planner for us. Not a question unanswered or a task not completed! She took everything we asked for and ran with it and especially on wedding day made sure we had nothing to worry about. We had the best day and couldn’t have done it without her!"

    — Evan Safrin

  • "Working with Jennifer for our wedding planning was a fantastic experience from start to finish. She was incredibly timely, considerate, and efficient in her communication, always keeping us updated and addressing any questions or concerns we had right away. She paid meticulous attention to every detail, and it was clear she genuinely cared about making our big day truly special. J and her team followed through on everything they said they would do, and the end result was a flawlessly executed wedding that exceeded our expectations in every way. We are so grateful to Jennifer and team for helping make our wedding day perfect."

    —Samar Dababneh

  • "The Planner of my Dreams. J's Elevated Dreams was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding. From the very first interaction, the communication was timely, and we immediately hit it off, putting us at ease throughout the entire planning process. Jennifer is incredibly smart, hard working, and she was able to solve any problems before we even knew they existed. She paid close attention to all the small details and provided us with the most wonderful checklist. Also, her organization of our documents, contracts, and timelines, allowed us to fully enjoy our wedding day. We were able to put our complete trust in her decisions, and she seamlessly drove the wedding day we had crafted together. I would highly recommend J's Elevated Dreams to anyone planning an event or wedding - she truly helped create the wedding of our dreams. We feel so lucky to have worked with Jennifer and her team!"

    — Emilee Kamber

  • "Jennifer was such an amazing help with planning a family communion. Her time management, efficiency, and hard work made the event so elegant and beautiful! We will absolutely be utilizing her services in the future."

    — John

  • "J's Elevated Dreams was the perfect wedding planner for our special day. From the very beginning, their communication was concise, helpful and informative, putting us at ease throughout the planning process. The quality of their work and overall value was superior - Jennifer and her team demonstrated genuine sentiment and an elegant style that elevated every detail of our wedding. Jennifer was the most thoughtful, detail-oriented, professional and organized party planner we've ever worked with, putting in so much genuine time and effort into every little detail to make our day truly unforgettable."

    — Rita

  • "The calm in the chaos — truly made our day magical. Seamless, reliable, and truly exceptional coordination! Jen was an absolute dream to work with. Though she was our day-of coordinator, she began supporting us a full month before the wedding, helping with planning, vendor coordination, and logistics. She was calm, professional, and deeply perceptive, especially in handling sensitive family dynamics. Her communication was clear and efficient, and I trusted her completely to take over vendor interactions, which she handled flawlessly. Her team was also kind and helpful, and every detail of the day ran seamlessly because of her focus and adaptability. She truly brought our vision to life and made our wedding day stress-free and beautiful. Highly recommend!"

    — Sasha

  • "We can’t say enough wonderful things about Jen at J’s Elevated Dreams! From our very first conversation, she instantly “got” us and what we wanted for our day. There were so many parts of the wedding (like the flowers, card tables, and other little details) where we truly didn’t have a plan, so we gave Jen total creative freedom. She delivered beyond anything I could have imagined! Her attention to detail, incredible vendor recommendations, and genuine kindness made every step fun, stress-free, and totally personalized. Jen and her fantastic team (a special shout-out to Kay!) handled every detail so we could fully enjoy the celebration. We had multiple guests tell us how seamless the flow of the day was and how beautiful everything looked. If you want someone who cares deeply, listens, and turns your ideas into a reality, reach out to Jen! We are forever grateful!"

    — Cameron & Lauren Hillocks

  • "Midwest Master! My wife and I highly recommend J's Elevated Dreams to any couple seeking a supportive, experienced, and professional wedding coordinator for their upcoming event. She helped us accomplish in 3 months what we could not do ourselves in over two years by keeping us honest with realistic timelines and providing her personal vendor recommendations. She offered individual attention to our specific needs and overall supported us on our ceremony day. Great value. 5/5"

    — Sean Prange

  • "Jen was absolutely amazing to work with!! So organized, communicative, and on top of every detail leading up to the wedding. On the big day, everything went so smoothly, all thanks to her! She truly brought the couple’s vision to life. As a florist, it’s such a dream to collaborate with Jen. She's professional, kind, and such a calming presence. Would love to work with her again and highly recommend Jen to any couple planning their wedding!"

    — Fleurish Atelier

  • "Highly Recommend!! We cannot say enough good things about Jennifer as our wedding planner! After a challenging experience with another planner, Jennifer stepped in just a month before our wedding, and from the very first conversation, it was clear she was everything we needed. She immediately helped us get back on track and relieved a lot of stress. On the wedding day, it felt like we had a friend there helping us through it all. She’s super organized, kind, and genuinely amazing at what she does. We would wholeheartedly recommend Jennifer to anyone looking for a planner. We just wish we had more time working with her, but we are so grateful for the time we had. She's the best!!"

    — Adellie Drillock

  • "Jen was fantastic to work with! From our first call together she was organized and helpful from the jump, making sure I as the photographer didn’t need anything specifically. Not only did she prioritize the couple, she was able to communicate their needs to best help us as vendors do our jobs to the best of our abilities. She was professional and kind and I would love to work with Jen again!"

    — Rachel A.

  • "The perfect wedding planner! We worked with Jennifer, who was excellent and supportive at every step. 10/10 recommend!"

    — Emmy & Ethan Maddy