Communication Summary
Initial Engagement (Feb 2025): The engagement began in February 2025, coordinating a tasting that took place on February 8, 2025. Following the tasting, the service contract was negotiated, with adjustments made to arrival times and service structure.
Contract & Payment (Feb–Mar 2025): The contract was signed on February 20, 2025. A minor delay occurred with the deposit check, which was resolved and confirmed received on March 11, 2025.
Ongoing Coordination (Jan 2026): Laurel confirmed in January 2026 that the wedding was still on track, which was verified by Home Bites.
Pre-Wedding Logistics (June 2026): Recent communications have focused on final preparations:
Guest Count: Laurel is expected to provide final guest numbers by July 3, 2026, with an estimated count of just under 150.
Logistics: Mike confirmed that Home Bites provides buffet signage. Regarding buffet setup, Mike recommended planning for 24–30 feet of table space under the tent to ensure adequate flow.
Portal Setup: On June 29, 2026, Mike established a client portal for Laurel to centralize all event documentation and finalize details, including a review of a previous payment.