With a sharp eye for detail and a heart for celebration, Amanda brings a unique blend of corporate precision and creative passion to wedding planning. Before launching Petite Planning Company, she spent seven years in Finance and Marketing at a top investment bank in New York City—an experience that honed her skills in organization, logistics, and client service.
Amanda discovered her love for weddings while planning her own, realizing that the process beautifully merged her professional strengths with her personal love for aesthetics, storytelling, and meaningful moments. Petite but mighty (standing at just 5 feet tall!), Amanda approaches every wedding with energy, intention, and a deep commitment to creating thoughtful, seamless experiences.
As the founder of Petite Planning Company, Amanda’s mission is simple: to help couples feel calm, confident, and genuinely present on one of the most important days of their lives. From the big picture to the tiniest detail, she’s there to ensure every element reflects your love story.
LEAD PLANNER AND OWNER
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.
LEAD COORDINATOR
With a background in media production and a natural eye for detail, Sydney brings a fresh and creative perspective to every event she touches. Though new to the industry, she has quickly discovered a love for the behind-the-scenes magic that makes weddings and events unforgettable.
Her passion for design, organization, and storytelling shines through in everything she does—whether she’s coordinating timelines or capturing special moments behind a camera. Sydney thrives in fast-paced environments and brings both excitement and a calming presence to the team.
When she’s not planning events, you’ll likely find her soaking up the sun at the beach, reading a good book, or walking her dogs.
Sydney is thrilled to be part of the Petite Planning Company and is eager to keep learning, growing, and celebrating love in all its forms.
ASSOCIATE COORDINATOR
Jordan joined Petite Planning in early 2022 and has loved helping make brides' days easier ever since. While most of her time at weddings occur on the weekends, she also spends her 9-5 planning. Jordan started her career with the Philadelphia 76ers on the events team and now works for a global events agency in NYC. While every type of event is super satisfying, the feeling she gets after being a part of a couple's most memorable day is unmatched.
LEAD COORDINATOR