Business Details
18 Years
experience
Your Trusted Wedding & Event Planning Experts in Hamden, CT
Founded in 2008, Creative Concepts by Lisa has established itself as a premier full-service event planning and design company serving New England and beyond. Our approach centers on creating personalized experiences that reflect each client's unique style, whether traditional, romantic, modern, or unconventional. With over 15 years of industry experience, our team combines artistic vision with meticulous organization to transform events into memorable celebrations. We specialize in weddings, bar/bat mitzvahs, corporate events, and nonprofit galas, supported by a curated network of trusted vendors. Our services range from comprehensive full-service planning to month-of coordination, ensuring clients receive tailored support at every stage.As a justice of the peace and ordained minister, we also offer customized ceremony officiating services. The company's growth reflects our commitment to diversity, inclusivity, and client-centric service, having produced events for clients across varying budgets, cultures, and geographic locations. Our team's theater and arts background brings creative problem-solving to every project, while our expansion into consignment services demonstrates ongoing innovation. Client satisfaction remains our priority, evidenced by our focus on stress-free execution and personalized attention to detail.
Services
Wedding Planning
Event Design
Justice of the Peace
Month-of Coordination
Special Events
Details
- Year established: 2008
Highlights and features
- We offer 15+ years of experience in personalized event design and execution
- Our team includes certified planners with theater and arts industry backgrounds
- We provide comprehensive services from initial planning to day-of coordination
- Our vendor network ensures access to top-tier local and national professionals
- We maintain a 100% satisfaction guarantee on all event coordination services
What people say
Stress-free wedding day
Perfect execution
Creative problem-solving
Personalized attention
Seamless coordination
Services
Wedding Planning
Our comprehensive wedding planning service guides couples through every stage from initial concept to final execution. With expertise in budget management, vendor selection, and timeline creation, we ensure stress-free preparation. Our planners work closely with clients to understand their vision and translate it into reality while maintaining industry-leading standards of organization and creativity.
Event Design
Specializing in custom event design, we create immersive environments that reflect clients' personal styles. Our services include linen selection, lighting design, and decorative element curation. With access to a stock room of rental items and partnerships with top designers, we transform venues into memorable spaces while maintaining cohesive visual storytelling throughout each event.
Justice of the Peace
As a Connecticut-certified justice of the peace and ordained minister, Lisa Antonecchia provides personalized ceremony services. Our approach focuses on creating meaningful, customized wedding ceremonies that reflect couples' unique stories and relationships. Services include multiple consultation meetings and optional musical performances by our professionally trained vocalist.
Month-of Coordination
This focused service supports couples who have completed most planning but need expert oversight during the final month. We manage vendor communications, create detailed timelines, and execute day-of coordination. Our team ensures all elements come together seamlessly while providing clients with peace of mind during the critical final preparation phase.
Special Events
Beyond weddings, we plan diverse special events including corporate functions, nonprofit galas, and milestone celebrations. Our expertise extends to theme development, logistics management, and guest experience design. From intimate gatherings to large-scale productions, we create memorable experiences tailored to each event's unique requirements and objectives.
People
Lisa Antonecchia
Owner, Lead Planner and Designer
With 15+ years in event planning, Lisa combines theater arts background with organizational expertise. Graduated from Boston Conservatory with fine arts degree, specializing in musical theater directing. Founded Creative Concepts in 2008, expanding services to include justice of the peace officiating and consignment retail.
Traci Pessina
Associate Planner, Wedding and Event Manager
17-year industry veteran with background in catering and corporate events. Holds degree in Sports/Entertainment/Event Management from Johnson & Wales University. Specializes in month-of coordination and smaller-scale events, bringing creative energy to client projects since joining in 2023.
Kelly Wilcox
Wedding & Event Manager
Since joining in 2020, Kelly has become essential to timeline management and day-of execution. Former higher education events planner with expertise in organizational logistics. Provides versatile support across multiple roles including vendor coordination and emergency problem-solving during events.
Ann Reed
Wedding & Event Manager
Transitioned from food and beverage industry to event planning after 13 years managing catering operations. Former Rooms Division Manager in Cayman Islands and catering manager at Inn at Chester. Brings culinary expertise and hospitality industry knowledge to event coordination.
Joanna Tuneski
Wedding & Event Manager
Experienced planner with background in resort event management. Holds Event Management degree from Johnson & Wales University. Specializes in client relationship management and vendor coordination, bringing patience and organizational skills to complex event logistics while maintaining focus on client experience.
Questions
What types of events do you plan besides weddings?
We plan bar/bat mitzvahs, corporate events, nonprofit galas, holiday parties, and milestone celebrations. Our experience extends to sports banquets and launch parties across New England.
Do you offer officiant services for weddings?
Yes, owner Lisa Antonecchia serves as Connecticut justice of the peace and ordained minister, providing customized ceremony services including musical performances by professional vocalists.
What areas do you service?
We serve all Connecticut counties, Massachusetts (including Boston), Rhode Island, Westchester NY, and Maine. Our team travels to accommodate client needs.
Can you help with partial planning services?
Yes, we offer month-of coordination and day-of management services for clients who prefer handling initial planning themselves while maintaining professional oversight.
What makes your planning approach unique?
Our theater arts background brings creative problem-solving to event design. We focus on storytelling through design while maintaining rigorous organizational standards and personalized client relationships.
Do you have in-house rental items for events?
Yes, we maintain a stock room of decorative elements available for rent to enhance event details while ensuring cohesive design execution.
