FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions......

St Louis Wedding Consultant
St Louis MO
Metro East IL
How long have your been in business?
I have been a St Louis Wedding Officiant since 2005.

Is this your full time job? 
Yes; my clients are my first priority. 

Do you charge for the initial meeting? 
No, our first meeting is complimentary.

How many weddings do you perform in a year?
My average is about 150 wedding ceremonies from 2 to 200 guests.

Do you ever book two events in one day? 
As an officiant - YES - since I am sweet and simple.

What is your professional background? 
I am a member of the Unitarian faith and accept couples without regard to ethnicity,  gender expression, age, sexual orientation, or religious background.

I have been nominated and won several industry awards: 
Perfect Wedding Guide Vendors' Choice Awards for Best Wedding Officiant four years in a row. Couples' Choice Awards with Wedding Wire for eleven straight years.

I am an Accredited Bridal Consultant™ and one of less than 75 worldwide to hold this prestigious designation.  I had to pass a portfolio review; attend several business seminars, webinars and networking events; and receive recommendations from clients and other wedding professionals.  I believe that continuing education and being a mentor to others is the key to staying abreast of current trends and making them work for my couples.

Do you work with LGBTQ couples? 
Yes; I support Marriage Equality, and recommend wedding professionals that do as well. 

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