Amazáe Special Events' philosophy is to provide a simple and elegant style while remaining unique to each of our clients. We treat all clients with utmost regard and want them to feel a personal touch to their affair. We are dedicated to providing supreme designing, planning, and coordinating services to ensure that you have the celebration you have envisioned. We will provide seamless and innovative solutions to keep you organized and relaxed so that you can enjoy the day of your event.
Amazáe Special Events works with only highly regarded associates and vendors. Our industry referrals are screened to ensure they represent the high standards we represent. Continual learning is also very important to our company and that is why our associates are trained under the Association of Certified Professional Wedding Consultants (ACPWC) to ensure there is continuous engagement in the latest network of professionals and trends.
From designing and coordinating weddings, family functions, and corporate social events, Amazáe Special Events always want to bring different flavors into every event. By raising the level of expectation and technique into every piece of work, we strive to achieve not only perfection in the events themselves but also strong and personable client interaction.
Crystal Lequang
Founder | Event Producer
Crystal was born in Honolulu, Hawaii, and grew up in the Bay Area. She graduated from Santa Clara University with a bachelor's degree in Management Information Systems. When she realized her love for planning events and passion for design, she took her business savvy and management skills to create Amazae Special Events in 2005.
Amazáe's top priority is to fulfill the clients' desires. Crystal makes this happen by understanding clients' event vision, learning about their values and personality, and designing an event that is one-of-a-kind. "Seeing clients smile because we've turned their vision to reality is the best part of my job," expressed Crystal. "I am thrilled when clients can't stop talking about the event we created together." Crystal collaborates with her team and brings in top-notch event industry vendors to ensure that all events are flawless.
When she is away from work, Crystal loves spending time with her two beautiful daughters and her husband, dances, and plans to visit all of the continents.
Amazáe's top priority is to fulfill the clients' desires. Crystal makes this happen by understanding clients' event vision, learning about their values and personality, and designing an event that is one-of-a-kind. "Seeing clients smile because we've turned their vision to reality is the best part of my job," expressed Crystal. "I am thrilled when clients can't stop talking about the event we created together." Crystal collaborates with her team and brings in top-notch event industry vendors to ensure that all events are flawless.
When she is away from work, Crystal loves spending time with her two beautiful daughters and her husband, dances, and plans to visit all of the continents.
Tam Hixson
Lead Associate
Tam Hixson joined Amazáe Special Events in 2008. With several years of experience coordinating both large and small scale events. Tam is an organized and detail-oriented associate.
Tam was born in Indonesia and raised in the Pacific Northwest but she has made the Bay Area her home. She holds a Bachelor's in psychology and Master's from Santa Clara University. In 2007, Tam completed a wedding planning certification program. She plans to further her growth and development in the industry through ACPWC.
Since joining Amazáe Special Events, Tam has assisted with Una Bella Sera and weddings in San Francisco, Half Moon Bay, San Jose, and Santa Cruz. As an associate, she values professionalism and strives to exceed client expectations. Tam is proud to be on the Amazáe team and honored to be a part of your memorable day.
Tam was born in Indonesia and raised in the Pacific Northwest but she has made the Bay Area her home. She holds a Bachelor's in psychology and Master's from Santa Clara University. In 2007, Tam completed a wedding planning certification program. She plans to further her growth and development in the industry through ACPWC.
Since joining Amazáe Special Events, Tam has assisted with Una Bella Sera and weddings in San Francisco, Half Moon Bay, San Jose, and Santa Cruz. As an associate, she values professionalism and strives to exceed client expectations. Tam is proud to be on the Amazáe team and honored to be a part of your memorable day.
Jen Minto
Marketing and Graphic Design Coordinator
Jen graduated from California State University, Chico with a degree in communications and graphic design. After her communications internship at Walt Disney World in Orlando, Florida, Jen learned that teamwork is key to a successful work environment. Her experience with Disney taught her the importance of 'show', where you treat your guests to an experience while keeping the production behind the scenes.
Jen prides herself on her communication and human relation skills. She believes that building personal connections keeps everyone happy, comfortable, and confident.
In 2011 Jen was professionally trained by the ACPWC as a wedding coordinator. After over a year of experience at Amazáe Special Events, she is a dedicated team member who works on marketing, graphic design, event production, and coordination.
When she is not working on upcoming events, Jen loves to spend time with her husband, friends, and family. Her passions range from all forms of art and design, fashion, and most of all, travel!
Jen prides herself on her communication and human relation skills. She believes that building personal connections keeps everyone happy, comfortable, and confident.
In 2011 Jen was professionally trained by the ACPWC as a wedding coordinator. After over a year of experience at Amazáe Special Events, she is a dedicated team member who works on marketing, graphic design, event production, and coordination.
When she is not working on upcoming events, Jen loves to spend time with her husband, friends, and family. Her passions range from all forms of art and design, fashion, and most of all, travel!
John Vuong
Web Designer | Event Photographer
John has worked with Amazáe Special Events since 2010 as an Event Photographer at various events including Weddings, Social gatherings and Corporate launches. He has thoroughly enjoyed capturing amazing event details and witnessing Crystal's visions come to life from behind the scenes. John has recently taken on the task of redesigning the corporate website. His primary goals for the project are to help our viewers get to things easier and faster, and give the website a facelift with a new modern look and feel.
John has a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science from Santa Clara University and has spent the last 10+ years honing his technical skills in Silicon Valley. While he enjoys working on technical solutions to complex problems, his passion has always been in the Arts. John is drawn to bold colors and minimalistic designs, and love's anything that stretches the imagination.
John is an avid traveler and (with camera in hand) is always looking for the next adventure. He also enjoys playing golf and basketball, and feeding is Hulu addication.
John has a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science from Santa Clara University and has spent the last 10+ years honing his technical skills in Silicon Valley. While he enjoys working on technical solutions to complex problems, his passion has always been in the Arts. John is drawn to bold colors and minimalistic designs, and love's anything that stretches the imagination.
John is an avid traveler and (with camera in hand) is always looking for the next adventure. He also enjoys playing golf and basketball, and feeding is Hulu addication.
Gerald Gonzales
Finance Director
Born and raised in the Philippines, Gerald completed his bachelor's degree in business finance from Santa Clara University. Prior to coming to Amazae, he worked seven years in Corporate America as a merchandise planner and a financial analyst. He is thrilled being part of a collaborative team that uses creativity and imagination to exceed clients' expectations.
During his free time, he enjoys spending time with his wife and children, plays golf and basketball, and travels.
During his free time, he enjoys spending time with his wife and children, plays golf and basketball, and travels.
Stephanie Lucas
Stephanie is the newest Amazáe team member and will soon graduate from Santa Clara University with a Bachelor's degree in Communication and French. Stephanie's passion for events developed through her event planning internship at Lockheed Martin and past on-campus job organizing events at her University. She is thrilled to be working with Amazáe's incredible team and clients and hopes to pursue a career in event planning.
In her free time, Stephanie enjoys indulging her inner tomboy and watching football and basketball. She loves to dance (Zumba), watch movies, and travel.
In her free time, Stephanie enjoys indulging her inner tomboy and watching football and basketball. She loves to dance (Zumba), watch movies, and travel.
Can this be you?
How can you help us?
Amazáe Special Events is always looking for talented and innovative individuals to join our amazing team of professionals. We are currently looking for a Database Management intern and a Business Marketing Developer.
Please contact the studio if you are interested in working with us and tell us more about yourself!
What sets Amazáe Special Events apart?
Amazáe Special Events is more than just a seasoned wedding and event coordination company, but they are event industry trendsetters. Through produced events such as Una Bella Serra and the Walking Bridal Show, Amazáe Special Events continually strives to design unique events that are highly inventive pieces of art.
How can Amazáe Special Events continue to help you?
With today's busy lifestyle, there is simply not enough time to visit every possible venue, vendors, and all the little and big things that comes with planning an event. Hiring a professional coordinator will provide you with the ability to create your vision without performing all the research yourself. An Amazáe coordinator can help reduce stress, provide you with ideas, tips, advice, and create a feasible schedule to keep you informed and organized.
Why hire a coordinator?
Hiring a coordinator does not necessarily add costs to an already limited budget, but potentially reduces time and expenses. Most importantly, you will feel relieved knowing that a professional can handle all details on the day to see your dreams into reality. You will have time to actually enjoy your time leading up to the event and the day of.
Another common reason of why individuals hire a coordinator is their event is not being held in the town they live in, where distance becomes an additional challenge. It makes sense to employ someone who can be onsite to coordinate the work of the local suppliers, rather than relying on lengthy telephone calls or inconvenient weekends away meeting them all.
At all times, we ensure that you have control of the event by working with you right away on outlining what you want the coordinator to do for you. We will ensure you have control by constant open communication to tie off in all areas. Offering different service package also helps ensure we are providing you the exact type of support you desire from us. We know you make the decisions; we ensure they happen at your special event.
We are here to help coordinate distinct and elegant experiences that will leave you relaxed to enjoy all the treasured moments of your day knowing that you have a professional by your side. Please contact us for a complimentary consultation.
Another common reason of why individuals hire a coordinator is their event is not being held in the town they live in, where distance becomes an additional challenge. It makes sense to employ someone who can be onsite to coordinate the work of the local suppliers, rather than relying on lengthy telephone calls or inconvenient weekends away meeting them all.
At all times, we ensure that you have control of the event by working with you right away on outlining what you want the coordinator to do for you. We will ensure you have control by constant open communication to tie off in all areas. Offering different service package also helps ensure we are providing you the exact type of support you desire from us. We know you make the decisions; we ensure they happen at your special event.
We are here to help coordinate distinct and elegant experiences that will leave you relaxed to enjoy all the treasured moments of your day knowing that you have a professional by your side. Please contact us for a complimentary consultation.
How can we fit into your budget?
We do tailor and try to provide different levels of services for different budget needs from coordination to full service of an event. We understand that it may seem to be an additional cost but the benefits will pay for itself through our relationship with vendors, our over 10 years of experience, and our dedication to getting everything you want for your special event.
How do I get started?
What a great question! Please click on our Contact page for more information. We look forward to helping you create your dream event!
Here at Amazáe Special Events, we have always made it one of our goals to give back to the community through different means. From coordinating the American Cancer Society Gala in Oakland, California to donating our time to Wish Upon A Wedding, which helps celebrate couples in love who faces unimaginable challenges, we only hope that our efforts will bring something magical to everyone, no matter the circumstances. We contribute to both local and national non-profit organizations.
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