Before Amanda was a wedding planner, she spent seven years running complex projects and managing high-stakes client relationships at a top New York investment bank. She didn't leave that world behind when she launched Petite Planning Company — she brought it with her.

What she discovered while planning her own wedding was that the skills that made her good at finance — organization, honest communication, knowing when to push back and when to execute — were exactly what couples needed and almost never got from their planner. So she built the business she wished had existed.

Petite but mighty (yes, she really is 5 feet tall), Amanda leads every wedding with the same energy: calm when it matters, direct always, and deeply invested in making sure the day reflects exactly who you are as a couple. She's not here to tell you what you want to hear. She's here to make sure everything actually goes right.

I'm Amanda

Hello!

LEAD PLANNER AND OWNER

Meet the NJ, NYC & Florida Wedding Planning Team

Fun Fact: Amanda's husband's one request for their wedding was that their french bulldog, Bruce, make an appearance for photos

Fun Fact 2: While coffee is a necessity, Amanda refuses to drink it black - it needs to have creamer in it

With over two decades of experience in public relations and event planning, Maria Cucciniello Falzo is a true connector—of people, business, and community. She launched her career in Philadelphia under PR icon Nicole Cashman before returning to New Jersey in 2003, leading campaigns and producing events for luxury brands like Hugo Boss, Neiman Marcus, and Saks Fifth Avenue.

In 2007, Maria founded The Hip Event to bring high-level PR and experiential marketing to local retailers. Her work expanded in 2014 with the launch of HipNewJersey.com and its companion TV series, showcasing New Jersey’s lifestyle, fashion, food, and culture to over 600,000 homes.

A seasoned event planner with a trusted network built over decades, Maria shifted into personal and private events in 2017 with a focus on weddings. Today, her extensive background in fashion, PR, and event strategy makes her the ideal partner for bridal clients.  

Maria is ready to bring your wedding to life, from concept to completion.

I'm Maria

Hey there,

LEAD COORDINATOR

A natural Type-A planner with a creative, Type-B heart, Liz brings the perfect balance of structure and vision to every Petite event. She thrives on dreaming big with her couples and then translating those dreams into seamless, thoughtful experiences. With a background as a registered nurse in neuro-oncology, Liz is no stranger to detail, calm under pressure, or caring deeply for the people she serves — all qualities that shine throughout her planning approach.

Originally from St. Paul, Minnesota, Liz is now our first Florida-based coordinator and leads Petite’s market development across the state. She’s fallen in love with venues like The Gasparilla Inn on Boca Grande and lives for the unforgettable moments of a wedding day — especially when the bride steps into the ceremony and when the couple is introduced to their loved ones as newlyweds.

A December 2025 bride herself, Liz brings a heartfelt understanding of what couples are feeling as they navigate the planning journey. She can’t wait to walk alongside you, handle the details, and help create a day that feels effortless and truly yours.

I'm Liz

Nice to meet ya!

FL LEAD COORDINATOR & MARKET DEVELOPMENT LEAD

Kayla doesn't just know weddings — she's lived them from every angle. She's served dinner at receptions, designed menus as a catering professional, supported families through some of life's most emotional moments as a birth doula, and now runs the show as a coordinator. That inside-out experience is rare, and it shows: she stays grounded and calm even on the most unpredictable days, because she already knows exactly how every piece of the puzzle fits together.

Her planning style is flexible and deeply client-centered. She takes the time to truly understand what each couple values most, so the wedding day doesn't just run smoothly — it feels like them. From the first conversation to the last dance, her goal is simple: make sure you feel seen, supported, and taken care of.

Kayla's favorite moment of the wedding day? The vows. Short, powerful, and a reminder of what every single detail is actually for. (She'll be the one tearing up quietly in the back.)

Fun Fact: Kayla has run four half marathons and is training for her first full in NYC this November — so she absolutely has the endurance to handle your wedding day.

I'm Kayla

Hiya!

ASSOCIATE COORDINATOR