Event planner · San Francisco, CA · reviewed since 2025
iHow the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 59%99+58.1Reliability 26%98+25.6Value 15%100+15.2Experts Score= 99Not enough data for replies to reviews; its weight is shared by the others.Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.99SCORE
AGradeiLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#4 of 77 event plannersiPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 96%
5.0★★★★★32 Google reviews · 19 photos
100%five-star reviews
5.00★last 12 monthsiAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
0%1–2★ in 2 yearsiShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
Google reviewers rate Shift + Alt Events five out of five stars based on thirty-two reviews, with the owner responding to ninety-seven percent of feedback. Clients describe the company as handling corporate launches, conferences, and private parties in San Francisco with strong organization and clear communication. Recurring themes highlight creative execution, attention to detail, and the ability to manage complex logistics seamlessly. No negative patterns or specific criticisms appear within the provided excerpts.
Google rating: 5.0 out of 5 from 32 reviews (100% five-star).
Reviews on this page: 32 Google reviews (29 with written comments, 1 with photos).
Owner responses: the business replied to 97% of reviews.
Most recent review: October 8, 2026.
Service: Event Planner serving San Francisco, California.
Data from Google, last updated October 26, 2026.
Score profile vs other event planners
Score per factor (100 = best)iEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: value and momentum; weakest: reliability.
Shift + Alt EventsEvent Planners median0 = centre, 100 = best
SatisfactioniSatisfaction · 54% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.Shift + Alt Events: 99/100 on this factor. Category median: 93.A
99
ReliabilityiReliability · 24% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.Shift + Alt Events: 98/100 on this factor. Category median: 96.A
98
Craft & serviceiCraft & service · penalty only, up to −10 pointsGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 99.–
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ValueiValue · 14% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Shift + Alt Events: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 95.A
100
MomentumiMomentum · penalty only, up to −10 pointsPenalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.Shift + Alt Events: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
Replies to reviewsiReplies to reviews · 7% of the scoreHow often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 40.–
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Star ratings
32 Google reviews we collected
5.0of 5
5 stars32100%
4 stars00%
3 stars00%
2 stars00%
1 star00%
Praise vs complaints
Phrases our text analysis found in 29 written reviews
97%praise
Praise3697%
Complaints13%
PriceiGoogle asks reviewers whether the price was great, reasonable or overpriced; these are their answers.
Price verdicts customers left with their Google review
100%fair
Great price862%
Reasonable323%
Overpriced00%
Not sure215%
Topic share
How often each topic comes up in the written reviews
6topics
Would recommend1232%
Quality & results719%
Staff & attitude616%
Speed & response411%
Communication411%
Honesty & trust411%
What customers talk about
We read 29 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.
“I'd definitely recommend them for Corporate Holiday Parties in San Francisco (and beyond!”
“Their team was reliable, organized, and brought so much creativity and attention to detail to the entire process.”
“All the producers are incredibly professional, creative, and hardworking.”
“They understand how to work in unusual spaces immediately and have created events that are thoughtful, sophisticated and completely aligned with our community.”
“Creative, responsive, and incredibly easy to work with.”
“…events, so I know the difference between a well-organized party and a genuinely well-run experience.…”
praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.
Reviews for your job
Customers hired Shift + Alt Events for 8 kinds of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.
Shirley-MayLocal Guide · 58 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 weeks ago★★★★★
Shift + Alt offers creativity, delight, and out of the box thinking to help people gather, engage, and connect. Vivienne brings together a world where guests are imbued with warmth and care, swept up by the ambiance she creates and wowed by thoughtful details. She creates and executes her magic with flawless project…
Private event planning
Rebecca2 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a month ago★★★★★
Shift + Alt Events has produced many brilliant events for our tech startup network in San Francisco. They understand how to work in unusual spaces immediately and have created events that are thoughtful, sophisticated and completely aligned with our community. Fantastic event planners in San Francisco, could not recommend more highly!
Corporate and conferenceBirthday party planningOutdoor event planning
MadelineLocal Guide · 13 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a month ago★★★★★
Thanks to Shift + Alt Events, our holiday party turned out even better than we had hoped. The planning was seamless, and the team managed to create something that felt both polished and fun. The best part was being able to sit back and enjoy the event instead of worrying about the day of details. I'd definitely…
Great priceEvent staffingCorporate and conferenceCorporate events
Robert3 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a month ago★★★★★
Shift + Alt Events planned a private party for us in San Francisco and were exceptional. Impeccable taste, completely discreet, and effortless from our side. I wouldn’t use anyone else for private event planning in SF.
Great priceEvent staffingBirthday party planning
Eliza10 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a month ago★★★★★
Our product launch was a really important event for our company, and the team delivered. They understood our brand, managed the vendors, and kept everything running smoothly. I would absolutely recommend them for Corporate Launches Event Planner SF projects.
Great priceCorporate events
Andrei4 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a month ago★★★★★
Fantastic event planner in San Francisco for startups. Creative, responsive, and incredibly easy to work with. They made our company event feel far bigger and better than our budget suggested
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Shirley-May SoongLocal Guide · 58 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Shirley-May has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Shift + Alt offers creativity, delight, and out of the box thinking to help people gather, engage, and connect. Vivienne brings together a world where guests are imbued with warmth and care, swept up by the ambiance she creates and wowed by thoughtful details. She creates and executes her magic with flawless project management and an ease that calms all those involved.
Services: Private event planning
Rebecca Lee Whiting2 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Rebecca has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Shift + Alt Events has produced many brilliant events for our tech startup network in San Francisco. They understand how to work in unusual spaces immediately and have created events that are thoughtful, sophisticated and completely aligned with our community. Fantastic event planners in San Francisco, could not recommend more highly!
Services: Corporate and conference, Birthday party planning, Outdoor event planning, Private event planning, Corporate events, Event decor design
Response from the owner · 3 weeks ago
Thank you so much, Rebecca! It’s been such a pleasure creating events for your tech startup community over the years. We love the challenge of bringing unique spaces to life and making each event feel thoughtful and true to its audience. We truly appreciate your continued trust and support!
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Madeline WallaceLocal Guide · 13 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Madeline has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Thanks to Shift + Alt Events, our holiday party turned out even better than we had hoped. The planning was seamless, and the team managed to create something that felt both polished and fun. The best part was being able to sit back and enjoy the event instead of worrying about the day of details. I'd definitely recommend them for Corporate Holiday Parties in San Francisco (and beyond!)
Price assessment: Great price
Services: Event staffing, Corporate and conference, Corporate events
Response from the owner · 3 weeks ago
Thank you so much, Madeline! We’re thrilled your holiday party turned out even better than you hoped. Creating an event that feels polished and fun while letting our clients relax and enjoy it is exactly what we aim for. We truly appreciate your trust and recommendation!
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Robert Cowherd3 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Robert has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Shift + Alt Events planned a private party for us in San Francisco and were exceptional. Impeccable taste, completely discreet, and effortless from our side. I wouldn’t use anyone else for private event planning in SF.
Price assessment: Great price
Services: Event staffing, Birthday party planning
Response from the owner · 3 weeks ago
Thank you so much, Robert! We’re thrilled to hear that your celebration felt effortless from your side. Discretion, thoughtful details, and impeccable execution are incredibly important to us, so it means a lot to know those came through. We truly appreciate your trust in Shift + Alt!✨
Eliza Auld10 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Eliza has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Our product launch was a really important event for our company, and the team delivered. They understood our brand, managed the vendors, and kept everything running smoothly. I would absolutely recommend them for Corporate Launches Event Planner SF projects.
Price assessment: Great price
Services: Corporate events
Response from the owner · 3 weeks ago
Thank you so much, Eliza! We’re thrilled we could help make such an important product launch a success. Understanding your brand, managing the moving parts, and keeping everything running smoothly is what we love to do. We truly appreciate your trust and recommendation!✨
Dean Weesner12 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Dean has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Unique and memorable events. Phenomenal execution. Highly recommend!
Response from the owner · 3 weeks ago
Thank you so much, Dean! We’re thrilled to hear that our events have stood out and left a lasting impression. We truly appreciate your kind words and support of Shift + Alt!😊
Andrei Ilica4 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Andrei has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Fantastic event planner in San Francisco for startups. Creative, responsive, and incredibly easy to work with. They made our company event feel far bigger and better than our budget suggested
Response from the owner · 3 weeks ago
Thank you so much, Andrei! We’re thrilled to hear that our team was creative, responsive, and easy to work with. Making the most of a budget while creating an event that feels impactful is something we love to do. We really appreciate your trust in Shift + Alt!☺
Derick En'Wezoh1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews Derick has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
As an investor, I meet hundreds of founders a year and have sat through my share of corporate events, so I know the difference between a well-organized party and a genuinely well-run experience. Shift + Alt consistently delivers the latter. Their creativity turns anything from a cozy dinner to a grand summit into an immersive experience that leaves a lasting impression and is lauded by industry heavyweights. Their team has a rare instinct for making networking feel effortless, with every logistical detail handled flawlessly behind the scenes. If you want an event people actually remember, Shift + Alt is who I'd call. Their events and community have made my life immeasurably better.
Services: Corporate and conference, Private event planning, Corporate events
Response from the owner · 3 weeks ago
Thank you so much, Derick, for such a thoughtful review! It means a lot coming from someone who experiences so many events. We’re thrilled that our creativity, seamless networking, and behind-the-scenes execution stood out. We’re grateful to have you part of the Shift + Alt community and truly appreciate your support!😊
K.C. Young Chowdhury2 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews K.C. has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
I've seen Shift + Alt Events deliver incredible events -- they're an excellent event planner for corporate launches! One of the top event planning services providers I've worked with in San Francisco.
Price assessment: Reasonable price
Services: Conference planning, Corporate events
Response from the owner · 3 weeks ago
Thank you so much, K.C.! We really appreciate your kind words and are thrilled that the events you’ve seen us deliver have made such an impression. Corporate launches are always exciting to bring to life, and it means a lot to know our work has stood out to you. Thank you for your support!😊
Lydia Hryshchyshyn10 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Lydia has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
The Shift Alt team is top tier! All the producers are incredibly professional, creative, and hardworking. The team is well connected to the vendor ecosystem, willing to go the extra mile for clients and down to have fun along the way.
Services: Corporate and conference, Private event planning, Conference coordination
Response from the owner · 3 weeks ago
Thank you so much, Lydia! We’re so grateful for your kind words about our team. Building strong vendor relationships, going the extra mile for our clients, and bringing creativity and professionalism to every event are all incredibly important to us. And of course, we believe you should have a little fun along the way! We truly appreciate your support and loved working with you.
