What My Clients Say
Maurine to plan our August 2024 wedding at the Hilton President. From our first venue tour, we were sold on the vision that Maurine had laid out for us. We went into wedding planning not knowing a lot about the process, but Maurine made it clear from the start that she would be able to perfectly execute our vision and handle all of the details. At each planning meeting, all questions we had along the way were promptly responded to and in great detail. It was extremely comforting knowing that she was just an email or phone call away and would always provide a quick response when we needed it. Wedding planning without family in town was intimidating at times, but Maurine felt like family during the process. She always put any worries at ease and the wedding day was perfect. The timeline was well organized, and the staff and vendors all worked together with Maurine's guidance to make the day run smoothly. All of the details from when to cut the cake, table settings, and our private last dance were beautiful. Maurine thought of things I never would have and truly made our day the most perfect and memorable!
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Thank you so much for being there and being a part of our day. I know we will look back on this day and the memories you helped create for us for all of our years to come. It truly wouldn’t have been the same without you.
Love,
Maddie & Ryan C ~ 2024
Hilton President
Kansas City, MO
Every detail was perfect from the first meeting to the last goodbye of the evening. When booking this venue, we were nervous about how the whole day would unfold and how we would manage so many moving pieces. We wondered how vendors would coordinate with the President. Very quickly, we got a sense of exactly how it would go. Maurine sat us down and mapped it all out. She was very organized and had a step-by-step, decision-by-decision road map of everything we didn't know. She was patient and helpful. She gave advice and helped us visualize. She shared years of experience to help guide us as to what would work or would not. We always felt like we were in very knowing hands. When our day finally came, the ballroom looked like a fairytale, and every detail was spectacular. The dishes and linens worked so well with the grandeur of the room. Our guests told us days later how they could not get over how good the food was because no one expects wedding food to be good. As we chose other vendors, when they asked where the reception was, they were visibly relieved to hear we were at The President. They all knew Maurine and said she was the best to work with. It made all the moving pieces come together so much more easily. Our guests commented several times on how every detail seemed to be thought of and executed so well. We only have Maurine to thank for that. She genuinely cares about each event and takes it very personally if things differ from what we want them to be. She understands what your vision is, and she makes it happen. The President even made the biggest accommodations by allowing a New Orleans-style Second Line to parade through the gorgeous entrance and mezzanine. They made sure our day was exactly as we had hoped it would be. You rarely hear that the wedding came off exactly as you hoped. Without reservation we can say that this wedding did. We could not possibly be any more grateful for all of Maurine's efforts and time and love of her profession. We absolutely recommend The President as a very special and wonderful venue to share a once in a lifetime evening.
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Lynn H (MOB) ~ 2024
Hilton President
Kansas City, MO
​The Hilton President was an amazing place to have our daughters wedding reception. Maurine Lenahan is excellent at her job and made everything before that day and on that day perfect. As the mother I had a lot of questions and concerns up to the day of and she always took the time and was very patient with me. Maurine was very good at calming our nerves and letting us know that she had it under control. She was there for any questions on the day before the wedding and also all day on the wedding day. She went above and beyond when I dropped the box that I had all photos for the memories table. It fell out of my SUV when I opened the back and fell on the concrete. I also had the cake topper that my daughter was going to use in that box. It was my parents cake topper when they were married in 1951. When I walked into the hotel she saw that I was visually upset. After I told her what happened she took the box out of my hands and told me she would take care of it. The next day all the broken frames and the cake topper were super glued to perfection! The many people behind the scenes were obviously very good also. From the waiters and waitresses to the bartenders, all were very professional. Food was of very high quality. Being a hotel chain was expecting the food to be good but not excellent. However, I was surprised how excellent the food really was. Had so many guests comment on how good the food was especially the beef tenderloin.
Mary B (MOB) ~ 2024
Hilton President
Kansas City, MO
I recently hosted a Post-Wedding Breakfast at the Hilton President. It was wonderful! Maurine was a pleasure to work with during the planning and event day. She answered every phone call, text, and email promptly, no matter the day or time. As the Mother of the Groom, I found this very reassuring. Maurine's professionalism, attention to detail, and commitment to outstanding customer service and satisfaction were evident in every detail, from the menu to the room decor. The staff was attentive, prompt, and courteous when serving and responding to requests. The food was served hot and was delicious. Everyone enjoyed the food, especially the time spent gathering.
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Carol S (MOG) ~ 2024
Hilton President
Kansas City, MO
The Hilton team (led by Maurine) was outstanding at every stage- Planning and Communication prior to the wedding. They had a great process supported by great communication that made the decision making stress free. The day of the wedding they went above and beyond to make the room a one of kind that reflected the warmth and hospitality that as parents we wanted to convey. For the event itself the team and the service was outstanding. Ultimately you want an "experience" that is memorable and Hilton President did exactly that for us. We would highly recommend this team and this venue for a seamless and one of a kind experience.
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Tracy C (FOB) ~ 2024
Hilton President
Kansas City, MO
Steve and I have been reflecting back on the whole wedding experience…meeting you for the first time, the tasting, the amazing wedding weekend…and we are overcome with joy in the decision that Lauren and Jake made to have their reception at the Hilton President!!! Working with you was such a joy; we love your knowledge and passion for weddings! We knew we were in great hands from the moment we met you!! Thank you for making Lauren and Jake’s reception exactly what they had envisioned!! It was perfect!! )
​We were extremely blessed to have Maurine, the hotel coordinator, as a part of our daughter’s wedding celebration. Maurine's unique blend of dedication, passion, and attention to detail is truly remarkable. Her love for what she does is evident in every aspect of our wedding planning journey. Maurine is the epitome of organization. She meticulously planned every element of the wedding from the venue layout to the wonderful dessert and coffee bar, ensuring that every detail was flawless. Her ability to juggle multiple tasks while maintaining a calm and welcoming demeanor is truly admirable. What truly sets Maurine apart is her genuine care and love for her clients. She took the time to understand our daughter’s vision for her big day and went above and beyond to make it a reality. Her warmth and enthusiasm made us feel like we were working with a friend. On the day of the wedding, Maurie worked tirelessly behind the scenes to ensure that everything ran smoothly. Thanks to her meticulous planning and coordination, we were able to relax and enjoy every moment of the celebration without worrying about a single thing. Maurine's coordination brought us a sense of peace and reassurance, allowing us to fully immerse ourselves in the joy of the day. We are incredibly grateful to Maurine for her dedication, professionalism and above all, her love for what she does. Thanks to her, our daughter’s wedding was nothing short of magical, and we will cherish the memories for a lifetime. We wholeheartedly recommend The President Hotel and Maurine to anyone looking for a stunning timeless venue with a passionate, organized, and detail-oriented coordinator who truly cares about making dreams come true.
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Barbara B (MOB) ~ 2023
Hilton President
Kansas City, MO
We met with Maurine for our initial meeting and were so impressed with her ability to picture what would work the best for our wedding plans at our venue. We picked the 1920's art deco theme since it was Breezy Point‘s year anniversary. We worked together over the next few months on details of the wedding including the decor, guest list, agenda, coordination of other vendors, and the venue contacts. Maurine is very approachable, friendly, and flexible! There were no bad idea just great suggestions! She was there for the wedding set up and take down and all the details in between. We really could not have pulled off our wedding and all the details without her help. Guests even commented it was the best wedding setup they had ever seen! Thank you so much for all your help with our beautiful wedding day!
Laura M
Breezy Point Resort
Breezy Point, MN
Maurine put together a truly memorable event. She skillfully managed my retirement party, exceeding my expectations. She ensured that all 300 guests had a wonderful evening. She saw to every detail so that I was able to relax and enjoy myself. Considering that this event was celebrating my 47 years in the hospitality industry, that is really saying something! I wholeheartedly recommend her event planning services.
Mark Ronnei
Grand View Lodge Spa & Golf Resort
Nisswa, MN
Maurine was appointed at the last second to be our day-of-wedding coordinator. She stepped in with confidence, orchestrated the many competing vendors. She listened to our needs and wishes and made sure the vendors adjusted their plans to meet ours. She was there from start to finish and mingled with the guests to ensure their complete satisfaction with the event. She made the entire wedding/dinner a delight for everyone and took all the pressure off us. She is an absolute delight to work with.
Michael Haley
Father of the bride
Palm Springs, CA
Maurine was an absolute blessing at our wedding. She helped plan, style, organize, coordinate and execute the whole thing. Our wedding was complex with many elements and segments to it and spread over several rural locations. There is no way we could have pulled it off without Maurine. Not only was Maurine a great wedding planner but also such a joy to work with, a lovely person, and a great source of support. It was the best day of my life and exceeded all expectations. To this, I am truly grateful to Maurine and her crew.
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Dr. Susannah Ward
Rehabilitation Advanced Trainee
Newcastle, Australia
Founder Ataraxia Collective
I had the pleasure of working with Maurine and thoroughly enjoyed our experience together. Maurine was organized, punctual, timely in responses, and all the skills you expect of a coordinator. Still, her professionalism and experience set her apart from dozens of others I've worked with. She negotiated on behalf of the client and went above and beyond to ensure the needs of the bride, groom, family, and guests were met. She's a delight personally and exceeds all expectations for myself and my clients. Maurine handled requests that didn’t fall even close to within her ‘job description’ but went out of her way to assist in any way she could. On the day of the wedding, she was there each step of the way to assist in every way possible. Her services and experience are absolutely top-notch, and I highly recommend her.
Rissa Gunderson
Owner
Scheme Events, Las Vegas
On the day of my wedding, it was, of course, full of happiness, anxiety, and excitement. From the moment that I met maurine, I knew that we were going to not only have a great day but also have a great relationship. She is SO likable, so lovely, and has a way of making you feel like you are the star of the show. The day before the wedding, we all met and rehearsed. She made everyone feel involved, made everyone feel important, and she made sure to go through the directions however many times we might have needed to. We started my actual wedding day by walking outside to find that it was raining. I couldn’t believe it. Maurine assured me that everything was still working smoothly and that they were moving the venue inside. Without her, and without her amazing ability to take situations and make them work to their fullest potential, I think that my day would have been not so great. She was just as excited about my wedding as I was, and that meant the world to me. I have rarely met someone as lovely, genuine, hardworking, and empathetic as she was. From start to finish, she was there, helping with a smile on her face. I really cannot say enough about Maurine, and anyone who works with her should expect to feel extremely blessed to be taken care of by her. She became not just a day-of coordinator but felt more like another family member at our wedding. So that you Maurine. For all that you do. You made our day as perfect as it could have been.
Jessica & Tyrell
Temecula, CA
Let me start by saying I'm a type-A perfectionist. So you can only imagine when it came to my wedding I wanted it to be perfect. The first day we met with Maurine, her calm demeanor and positive attitude instantly brought my stress level down. She ensured my husband, and I would have the wedding of our dreams. And because of her, we were able to relax and enjoy the process! We were blown away by how above and beyond Maurine went. She fought for us as a couple when our venue tried to charge us more; she took care of all the details I forgot about, regularly checked in with us to see how we were doing and was both positive and supportive. Lastly, she was easy to reach and answered all our questions in a timely manner. Maurine was a true blessing to us and is the only wedding planner I would recommend to my family and friends!
Bridgid and Ricky Floyd
Las Vegas, NV
We are delighted to have formed such an excellent association with you and cannot thank you enough for all the hard work and meticulous coordination you do on our behalf. All of us here at the Dubai World Cup could not be more satisfied with your dedication, level of detail, and accountability that you have consistently demonstrated time and time again. We look forward to continuing this relationship for many years to come.
Nancy Petch
Executive Coordinator
DUBAI WORLD CUP
After many attempts over the years trying to organise our wedding, my fiancé of 19 years woke up one morning and said, “Let’s go get married in New York.” I had five days to pull off what I thought would be impossible. We reached out to friends to find someone to help us organise our day; this is when Maurine came into our lives. After telling her about our plans, I was sure that she would say impossible—I was so wrong. Two days later, I received a call from Maurine; everything was in place: the flowers, the limo, the licence, city hall, and the reception venue. All we had to do was get to New York— and we did.
It was a cold February day, a blanket of snow covered the ground, but thanks to Maurine, our day was wrapped in a bubble of warmth, fueled by love and kindness. Her incredible composure certainly helped us relax so that we could focus on enjoying our day. It was such a magical day, beautifully put together and without a doubt the happiest day of our lives, something I don't think we will ever experience again. Maurine, we can not thank you enough; what you did for us was not only impossible but miraculous.
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Vee & Carlo.
New York, USA
Maurine
Thank you very sincerely for your expert services in the production of my seventieth birthday celebrations. You did a superb job of orchestrating the smallest of details and always had a ready smile.
As a man of great expectation, I've had the opportunity to attend hundreds of events literally, but none have compared to the seamless flow of my three-day birthday celebrations. The amount of time you put into the implementation, from planning to set-up to clean-up, was exceptional. It is clear, your dedication, professionalism, and love for what you do contribute significantly to the success of the entire festivities.
Rajen Kilachand
Dubai, UAE
Maurine, you were absolutely amazing. Thank you for being there from the start right through to the finish. You were so patient, not only with me but with both sets of parents, a challenge-in-itself. You handled everything with such grace and professionalism. A day we will always cherish.
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Naomi and Chris
Dubai, UAE
We have found Maurine, to be honest, straightforward, and professional in the business dealings we have had with her. Her level of service and professionalism has been of the highest standards. Each team member provided by her corporation demonstrated tremendous skills and proficiently conducted business. Her attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and ability to get a job done were handle efficiently and confidently.
Roger Swan
Public Graphics,
Dubai, UAE
