Celebrating in style
Sunita Narula takes pride in her impeccable organisational skills and attention to detail—a skill set that gave birth to the concept of Milan Events. Indian Weekender spoke to the Auckland-based wedding planner to know more about her event management company and what sets them apart.
IWK: What do Milan Events specialise in?
Sunita: I like to think of Milan Events as an event coordination company and not a planning company. We believe the planning the event is a privilege that should be with the bride and the family. We step in to help with the co-ordinating and eliminate the stress involved. It is important to enjoy your wedding, especially the days leading up to the big day. This does not happen if you are doing it all on your own. By having Milan Events on board, I like to think that we take away a large part of the stress.
IWK: How did Milan Events start?
Sunita: I immigrated to New Zealand about 25 years ago, a time when there were a handful of Indians here. With no family or friends, it was a lonely and difficult road. The concept of Milan Events was born then because of what I experienced. It is satisfying to be able to help people especially during weddings and other important family celebrations.
IWK: How is Milan Events different from other event management companies?
Sunita: There are many event companies in New Zealand now catering towards ethnic communities. At Milan Events, we cater to the ones who want something different. That is where my expertise lies. It is not the quantity that matters but the quality.
IWK: Which event do you consider your best so far?
Sunita: For me, each event that I have done has been the best; the best that I could have given. Every event requires many hours of thinking, planning and organising and sourcing the right product in the available budget.
IWK: What was the reason behind starting Milan Events?
Sunita: My love for meeting people, for parties, fun, laughter and above all, to see people happy. If you love doing something and can make it your work, then you should consider yourself blessed. On a side note, I pride myself on my organisational and communication skills and attention to detail. These are important factors for an event company.
IWK: Tell us a little about your latest project.
Sunita: My latest project is currently underway. The wedding is in the first week of February. I met the bride and groom when they first started planning their wedding in June 2015. I have walked this journey with them, discussing, advising, recommending and finalising almost all aspects of their wedding—right from choosing their venue, their suppliers, meeting their parents, food tasting to discussing the bridal wear. They have chosen a great venue, and I am sure it will truly be a beautiful wedding.
Sunita Narula takes pride in her impeccable organisational skills and attention to detail—a skill set that gave birth to the concept of Milan Events. Indian Weekender spoke to the Auckland-based wedding planner to know more about her event management company and what sets them apart. IWK: What do...
Sunita Narula takes pride in her impeccable organisational skills and attention to detail—a skill set that gave birth to the concept of Milan Events. Indian Weekender spoke to the Auckland-based wedding planner to know more about her event management company and what sets them apart.
IWK: What do Milan Events specialise in?
Sunita: I like to think of Milan Events as an event coordination company and not a planning company. We believe the planning the event is a privilege that should be with the bride and the family. We step in to help with the co-ordinating and eliminate the stress involved. It is important to enjoy your wedding, especially the days leading up to the big day. This does not happen if you are doing it all on your own. By having Milan Events on board, I like to think that we take away a large part of the stress.
IWK: How did Milan Events start?
Sunita: I immigrated to New Zealand about 25 years ago, a time when there were a handful of Indians here. With no family or friends, it was a lonely and difficult road. The concept of Milan Events was born then because of what I experienced. It is satisfying to be able to help people especially during weddings and other important family celebrations.
IWK: How is Milan Events different from other event management companies?
Sunita: There are many event companies in New Zealand now catering towards ethnic communities. At Milan Events, we cater to the ones who want something different. That is where my expertise lies. It is not the quantity that matters but the quality.
IWK: Which event do you consider your best so far?
Sunita: For me, each event that I have done has been the best; the best that I could have given. Every event requires many hours of thinking, planning and organising and sourcing the right product in the available budget.
IWK: What was the reason behind starting Milan Events?
Sunita: My love for meeting people, for parties, fun, laughter and above all, to see people happy. If you love doing something and can make it your work, then you should consider yourself blessed. On a side note, I pride myself on my organisational and communication skills and attention to detail. These are important factors for an event company.
IWK: Tell us a little about your latest project.
Sunita: My latest project is currently underway. The wedding is in the first week of February. I met the bride and groom when they first started planning their wedding in June 2015. I have walked this journey with them, discussing, advising, recommending and finalising almost all aspects of their wedding—right from choosing their venue, their suppliers, meeting their parents, food tasting to discussing the bridal wear. They have chosen a great venue, and I am sure it will truly be a beautiful wedding.
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