What We're All About
EXCEPTIONAL SERVICE. SOUTHERN HOSPITALITY.
SEAMLESS WEDDING WEEKENDS.
Williamsburg, virginia & destination Wedding planning firm
12
Team
Members
500+
Weddings
Planned
17+
Years of
Experience
We believe exceptional weddings are built on exceptional care.
Every interaction matters, and everyone deserves to feel seen, supported, and welcomed.
Details Matter—People Matter More. Our work is rooted in empathy, clear communication, and calm leadership, ensuring our couples feel cared for, not managed.
OUR VALUES
We believe in timeless weddings, unique in elegance and a friendly
y'all.
rooted in southern hospitality
Founder + executive designer
jess aiken
Hey Y'all, I'm Jess, founder and executive designer of Wedding Company of Williamsburg. Wedding Co. was created on a pipe dream and a $500 check from my now, hubby. I always worked in hospitality. My love for wedding planning began when I was just seventeen. After years of executing both corporate events and planning weddings within local resorts and even College of William & Mary, Wedding Co. grew beyond a one employee business and I went full-time with the Company in 2017. Since, our Company has grown to 12 employees and we have become known for executing multi-six-figure weddings in Virginia. When I am not designing weddings, you will find my family and I enjoying local restaurants, breweries, and enjoying the downtown Historic Williamsburg area.
OPERATIONS MANAGER + PLANNER
maggie fry
Hey! I'm Maggie, the heart of the backend at Wedding Co. and Lead Wedding Planner. While my background is in marketing, my love for all things organization, led me to Wedding Co. Whether I'm helping the other lead planners on our team with their clients or serving as a lead planner, I love this business.
Getting to know each couple and understanding how each of our team members needs support, is one of my favorite parts of my role.
When I'm not deep in the backend of Wedding Co. or serving couples, you will find me with my husband, Andy, our two dogs, and our newest addition, our son, Harvey, enjoying all that the area has to offer.
lead planner
Laura hartley
Hi! I'm Laura, a lead planner for Wedding Co. I started my hospitality career in Tennessee where I worked at a Country Club that executed private events for big celebrities. I fell in love with the thrill of what an event day can bring and I never looked back.
My favorite part of planning is getting close with our clients and learning who the couple and their families are in their day to day. I want your day to be as stress-free as possible, and knowing you and your dynamic allows me to do that.
When I'm not planning weddings, you will find me with my family. My husband and I live in "organized chaos" with our three sons (including a set of twins) and dog. You will find us downtown most days, enjoying Williamsburg.
LEAD PLANNER
ALISSA GAINES
Hey! I'm Alissa, lead planner for Wedding Co. While I used to get my creative outlet through teaching, I ultimately left my teaching career to fill my passion of serving couples on the best day of their lives. While many see me as a calming force, I truly enjoy the organization and structure that weddings bring. Logistics are everything and I love serving our couples so happy.
My favorite part of planning is working with each couple to come up with their most ideal timeline for their day and then making that happen with ease.
When I'm not planning weddings, you will find my hubby, our two kiddos, and our dog, out enjoying the park, a local brewery, or a good restaurant.
lead planner
leah robertson
Hey! I'm Leah, a lead planner for Wedding Co. I started my hospitality career in Florida where I worked as a rentals consultant. When I came to Virginia, I threw myself into events and managed and operated a high-end wedding venue. My career over the years has also led me to serve as an events director of multiple venues and the College of William & Mary,
My favorite part of the wedding experience is the wedding weekend. I love getting to meet the families and getting to know them throughout the weekend.
When I'm not planning weddings, you will find me with my family. My husband and I live in Williamsburg with our two teenage daughters and pups.
Having an expert like them is invaluable."
I was a bride who had full wedding planning services with the Wedding Co. of Williamsburg, and the service was truly worth every single penny. Jess and the rest of her team are professional, easy to work with, and excellent at their jobs. Perhaps most importantly, they made our planning process fun, and allowed us to enjoy the experience rather than stress over it.
