New Members – Joined December 2021

WIPA is pleased to welcome our newest members that joined in December 2021. Our mission is to provide industry leading education for our members, produce inspirational networking events and advance the ethical standards of the wedding industry. Our founding board worked with a diverse group of WIPA members to develop the professional conduct and code of ethics to achieve the highest standards of excellence. Please join us in welcoming the following members.

ATLANTA

Tina Everhart
Fabulous Fox Designs
www.fabulousfoxdesigns.com
404.966.5503
Event & Floral Design 

Izzy Hudgins
Izzy + Co
https://izzyco.com/
919.451.7296
Izzy Hudgins is a leading wedding + portrait photographer based in the Southeast.  She has worked around the globe and is regularly featured in Savannah Weddings Magazine, as well as countless publications nationwide.  Her years of travel and background in fashion allow her to story tell with a unique perspective and effortless direction.  Clients seek her out for her bold use of color, creative movement and her edgy, editorial vibe.  With over a decade‚Äôs worth of experience, Izzy has earned her place as expert in the industry.  A master director, she creates an effortless and empowering experience in front of the camera, weaving a magical collection of images unique to each person’s story.  Her spirited imagery captures the hearts of those with a penchant for adventure and the non-traditional.  Prioritizing inclusivity and helping clients create everlasting heirlooms are at the core of the Izzy + Co experience.

Dilreet Kaur
Ardour Events
https://www.instagram.com/ardour.events/?hl=en
Lead Event Planner - Ardour Events
Event Planning Company

Berlin Onumonu
ShutterBooth
www.shutterbooth.com
404.907.1409

CHICAGO

Denise Bruscher
Chicago Style Weddings
312.720.6293
Chicago Style Weddings is the resource for couples who a planning a wedding.  There are tips and trends, inspirational and aspirational features to shape your wedding to reflect you. Vendors and Venues throughout the city and suburbs that will not disappoint you.

Karen Dilligard
Exquisite Affaires Chicago
www.exquisiteaffaireschicago.com
312.702.1334
Exquisite Affaires Chicago: Event Planning, Design, Decor & Management

Nicki Eisenstein
Nuage Designs
nuagedesigns.com
312.620.7400
Nuage Designs is the leader in couture linen rentals with over a decade servicing top event planners, celebrities, and luxury hotels around the world. Under the direction of Founder and Creative Director Pablo Oliveira, Nuage Designs offers unparalleled design aesthetics and expertise to provide the event industry with the best selection in linen and accessories. From royal weddings to inaugural balls, Nuage Designs has been dressing the tables of some of the most prestigious events globally.

Rachel Heuermann
Paramount Events
773.880.8044
We've come to find that the most memorable weddings are those that are completely custom and personal to the couple. We believe customization is key when it comes to planning a wedding menu and curating every guest’s experience to perfection. Our team at Paramount Events becomes invested in your story and works to explore your favorite flavors, restaurants, trips, and memories in order to build a flawless experience centered entirely around you.

Kyleigh Hodson
Urban Allure Events
www.urbanallureevents.com
765.562.2661
Full Service Event Planning Company

Dennis Lee
Dennis Lee Photography
dennisleephoto.com
312.505.6901
Chicago-based wedding and commercial photographer focusing on documentary and fashion inspired photography. Bringing high end commercial lighting knowledge combined with photojournalism to capture those perfect private moments that almost nobody notices but capture the perfect feel of the wedding day.

Jennifer Price
Event Shoppe Chicago
www.eventshoppechicago.com
773.259.7199
Chicago area wedding and event planners helping couple curate the perfect wedding to reflect their love story

Tina Wong
Grace + Ivory
www.graceandivory.com
312.869.9033
Try at home, made-to-measure wedding dresses for kickass brides.

Laura Wrasman
Chicago Style Weddings
chicagostyleweddings.com
630.205.6336
Chicago Style Weddings is the largest resource for couples as they plan their big day.  The publication can be found in over 2000 major retailers so a couple can find it immediately after engagement!  Choose your vendors and find inspiration as you need it.

COASTAL GEORGIA

Bruce Beaird
Dvine Events Savannah
dvineeventssavannah.com
912.373.6633
Full Production Company

Kevin Mullane
Silver Oak Transportation
www.silveroaktransportation.net
+1 843.384.4235
Silver Oak Transportation was established with a dream to become the best option for chauffeured car services in the Hilton Head and Savannah Area. Our services have grown to become the finest in the entire region, with thousands of satisfied clients.

COLORADO

John Tobey
John Tobey Events
JohnTobeyEvents.com
303.830.0889
John Tobey Events delivers premium concierge-level service. Every need anticipated, every detail taken care of. John Tobey Events is the creative force behind thousands of events. Stunning design, seamless coordination, total support-high-end service means a wedding planner who has every detail covered.

Mariana Ziegler
Mariana Ziegler Photography
https://www.marianazieglerphotography.com/
720.401.6648
Mariana Ziegler Photography  caters to luxury elopement & intimate wedding photography that evokes real emotion. Serving the Rocky Mountain states and beyond!

DALLAS

Kayley Bacon
D'Vine Grace Vineyard
dvinegrace.com
469.706.7813
Experience a touch of Italian elegance that is truly D‚ÄôVine. Our Tuscan style mansion venue is quietly tucked away  in McKinney, Texas & surrounded by sprawling, lush greenery, including a beautiful vineyard & pond. D’Vine Grace is a picturesque Tuscan-style property complete with an on-site chapel, ballroom and plenty of outdoor spaces to host guests, take photos and celebrate. It’s like being transported to the Italian countryside, only it’s right here in Texas.

Dana Blaugrund
Urban Family Concepts
www.icehouserooftop.com
214.251.8909
Rooftop is an event-ready facility offering 4,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor event space that provides a unique backdrop to any event or celebration. An extraordinary layout, panoramic sunset views, and exclusive catering from award-winning restaurants, Urban Crust and Urban Rio, allow us to provide our clients with an event experience unlike any other.    Located on the fourth floor of the original Plano Ice House in quaint Historic Downtown Plano, we accommodate all events, from chic weddings to prestigious corporate celebrations. Our mission is to use our professional expertise to provide our clients with a stress-free event experience.

Megan Buhr
Megan Kay Photography
Megankayphotography.com
903.802.1268
Wedding Photography

Kevin Cochran
718 Creative
www.718creative.com
818.292.7969
Films that capture the energy and heart of your day.

Jenna Griffin
Pop Parties
popparties.com
940.452.3511
Wedding and Event Planning in Dallas and Beyond

Jake Hans
LeForce Event Group
leforcepro.com
214.302.8564
LeForce Event Group

Kristin Hazelwood
Hazelwood Paper Co.
www.hazelwoodpaperco.com
682.207.2701
Hazelwood Paper Co. is a boutique custom stationery company for unforgettable events, based out of Dallas/Fort Worth Texas

Vanessa Johnson
Urban Family Concepts
www.rooftopicehouse.com
972.423.5535
Rooftop is an event-ready facility offering 4,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor event space that provides a unique backdrop to any event or celebration. An extraordinary layout, panoramic sunset views, and exclusive catering from award-winning restaurants, Urban Crust and Urban Rio, allow us to provide our clients with an event experience unlike any other.    Located on the fourth floor of the original Plano Ice House in quaint Historic Downtown Plano, we accommodate all events, from chic weddings to prestigious corporate celebrations. Our mission is to use our professional expertise to provide our clients with a stress-free event

Sabrina Renteria
Vivienne and Vine Floral Design
www.vivienneandvine.com
682.234.9621
Vivienne and Vine Floral Design is a boutique floral designer who specializes in social and corporate events.

Brandon Rojas
D'Vine Grace Vineyard
www.dvinegrace.com
469.706.7812
D’Vine Grace is a Tuscan-style property complete with an on-site chapel, ballroom and plenty of outdoor spaces to host guests, take photos and celebrate. It‚Äôs like being transported to the Italian countryside, only it’s right here in Texas.

Jennifer Roush
LeForce Event Group
LeForcePro.com
214.302.8564
LeForce is a full service entertainment company providing DJs, lighting, and AV.

Alexa Sharkey
Alexa Kay Events
Alexakayevents.com
630.212.9951
Wedding Planner and Designer

Terry Shields
Thompson Hotel Dallas
www.hyatt.com/thompsonhotels
214.335.8822
Thompson Dallas is a luxury hotel located within The National, Dallas’ newest urban luxury mixed-use project. The 51-story tower has been curated by a team of award-winning designers and will showcase Thompson’s unrivaled level of personalized hospitality with an edge. Thompson Dallas, located downtown, will offer bespoke journeys centered around world-class culinary & nightlife offerings as well as refined art & entertainment in a way that only Thompson can curate.  Essentials include 219 rooms with 52 suites; three full-service offerings for dining and drink; a boutique spa and fitness experience focused on wellness; a variety of spaces for events, including the ~14,000 square foot National Ballroom; plus stunning skyline views from the ~2-acre 9th floor pool deck, which houses a long list of unparalleled amenities.

Angelica Zupancic
Angelica Marie Photography
https://angelicamariephotography.com/
661.202.2777
Dallas + Los Angeles Wedding and Branding Photographer

IRELAND

Aoife Caffrey
Blue Blossom Creative
www.blueblossomcreative.com
894051933
Unique & Modern Wedding Planning & Styling Services

Peter Carvill
Peter Carvill Photography
www.petercarvill.com
7521071876
Peter Carvill Photography

Douglas Farrelly
Silverscreen Film & Photography
silverscreen.ie
876976897
Professional wedding Films & Photography throughout Ireland & Spain.

Roger Kenny
The Portrait Room
https://www.portraitrooms.ie/
+353 877644403
Documentary wedding photography and videography team.

Barbara Riggi
Something Sweet Malahide
www.somethingsweetmalahide.ie
353863946931
Luxury Wedding Cake Design

Sandra Scharlach
INFUSION
www.infusionweddingconcepts.ie
14425330
Designing  intimate wedding experiences around a couple's uniqueness in Ireland & Beyond

Clare Taylor
Clare Anne Taylor Limited
https://clareannetaylor.ie/
897001887
At Clare Anne Taylor Couture Cakes, we specialise in the design and craft of luxurious and elegant cakes and confections. Our product is defined by beautiful artistry and style, using only the finest and seasonal ingredients.

LAS VEGAS

Lisa Bonner
Destinations By Design
https://dbdvegas.com/
702.798.9555
Event Production & Floral Studio

Sheila Drakeley
Sheila Drakeley Photography
www.sheiladrakeleyphotography.com
We are a wedding and elopement photographer & videographer team that has been fortunate enough to capture love stories around the world!! We tell your stories of love through these creative mediums while capturing all of the emotion into products for you to cherish. We make every second at ease for you and those around you to live in the moment and let the day unfold naturally. We are always in search of hidden spots, magical moments, and emotion-provoking experiences to highlight your story. Our products are timeless and freeze the moment in time for you to enjoy years to come.   We believe nurturing a relationship is essential before you even step behind the camera. We strive to capture all your wishes and desires and maintain an open line of communication throughout the whole process. Our goal is to instill confidence, trust, and a sense of joy in all our clients that you are in good hands.

Tara Dugan
Tara Marie Events
taramarieevents.com
702.373.3470
Las Vegas Based Wedding Planning and Design - Tara Marie Events specializes in customized services, curated and founded on the ideals of creating personable interactions with every individual couple that we have the pleasure of working with.

Jessie Emeric
The Emerics Wedding Photographers
www.theemerics.com
702.481.2944
Wedding + elopement photographers for fun-loving laid back couples

Jacqueline Grena
EJ Planning Co.
eventfullyjacqueline.com
817.823.4531
The EJ Planning Co is a wedding + elopement coordination company that celebrates unique love stories by helping our clients create an experience that perfectly matches their personalities. We promise to provide the customized help + guidance they need, to offer the best vendors to help their vision come to life, and to execute their big day with the same love and care that they put into planning it so that they can focus on soaking up every magical moment.

Rhiannon Hale
Paper & Home
https://www.paperandhome.com/
775.835.1876
Stationery design studio

Amber Miller
Amber and Co Photo
www.amberandcophoto.com
412.708.8083
Timeless Wedding Photography

Amy Vandermark
Forge Social House
Forgesocialhouse.com
702.293.6743
Boulder City's Premier Event Venue - Charming, Intimate, and nestled in the quaint downtown of Boulder City

Kailey Williams
DashOfBeautyLV
www.DashOfBeautyLV.com
702.686.3691
Luxury Bridal Services

NEBRASKA

Greg Piper
Premier Party Rentals 

Stephanie Piper
Premier Party Rentals
www.premierparty.rentals
402.881.0248
Tables, chairs, photo booths, and more!

Elle Seals
Elle Seals, LLC
elleseals.com
402.980.7347
Event Designer, Florist and Planner

Emily Vankat
Emily Jessen Photo Co
emilyjessen.com
308.250.0305
Wedding photographer, graphic designer and calligrapher

NEW YORK

John Braca
American Golf - Pelham

Dani Chou
Petals by Dani
www.petalsbydani.com
917.301.1548
Petals by Dani is a boutique floral design studio based in New York City.  We specialize in refined, garden style arrangements organically blend unique textures and colors with a nod to the seasons.

Raymond Jarrell
Jarrell Entertainment
www.Jarrellentertainment.com
917.449.3435

Lila Khaleq
American Golf - Dyker Beach 

Petronella Lugemwa
Petronella Photography
bypetronella.com
410.419.1031
Petronella Photography creates exclusive destination wedding photography experiences for discerning multicultural, interracial or interfaith couples by bringing their love, family and cultural heritage story to life authentically.

Laura Remmert
Laura Remmert Events
www.lauraremmertevents.com
518.421.3381
Based out of New York City, Laura Remmert Events, is a boutique event planning and design company dedicated to coordinating fresh, approachable, classically beautiful events.  Our signature aesthetic is soft and lush with an edge- imagine a floral dress paired with a leather jacket. We love to find beauty in juxtaposition, combining understated, classic elegance with a whimsical, fresh twist.  We approach planning with an air of calm competence, utilizing our positive energy and solution-driven attitude to guide clients through the process. We never lose sight of the big picture, balancing creativity and logistics to create a cohesive wedding that represents our clients in all aspects- music, flow, taste, smell- rather than simply d√©cor.

NORTHWEST FLORIDA PANHANDLE

Emma Graf
Em Paper Co.
www.empaperco.com
914.343.3550
Stationery Designer specialising in full event branding.

Anna Rodenbeck
Whithead + Co.
www.whiteheadandcoevents.com
813.433.0353
Whitehead + Co. is a Florida-based wedding and event planning company.

OTHER / AT LARGE

Meagan Culkin
Magnolia Collective
www.idomagnolia.com
571.919.1682
Magnolia Collective

Ann Leveille
Leveille Creative Co.
https://leveillecreativeco.com/
205.612.8604
Leveille Creative Co. offers wedding planning services for modern, lively, and creative couples.

Julianne Smith
The Garter Girl
https://thegartergirl.com/
202.607.3683
Happy to do this, maybe need to see an example first

Saige Stefanski
A Touch of Saige Events
www.atouchofsaigeevents.com
907.841.4824
A Touch of Saige Events specialized in personalized and uniquely Alaskan weddings and events. As well as a custom selection of rentals and photo booths.

PHOENIX

Stephanie Gatzionis
Marketplace Events/Arizona Wedding Show
www.arizonaweddingshow.com
480.236.7987
The Arizona Wedding Show is the leading wedding event in the southwest.  Get in front of thousands of couples every January and every June.

SAN FRANCISCO BAY AREA

Nikki Ernenwein
American Golf - Canyon Oaks 

Keely Grider
American Golf - Lake Tahoe

Justin James
JustINtertainment
Justintertainment.net
650.483.6825
JustIntertainment specifically caters to clients in search of contemporary entertainment excellence. Offering a unique blend of DJ talent & production services. We provide total event management, lighting design, and photo booth rentals, but we are known best for our phenomenal DJ talent.

Shannon LaVoie
Rare Sparrow Floral Design
www.raresparrow.com
415.640.0761
Rare Sparrow Floral Design

SEATTLE

Loree Durham
American Party Place
253.437.3300

Carissa Fleischman
The Lodge at St. Edward State Park
https://www.thelodgeatstedward.com/
425.321.1587 

Amy Ostrander
American Party Place
americanpartyplace.com
253.473.3300
We are a premier event rental company in the South Sound. We pride ourselves with exceptional customer service .

Michelle Wight
Michelle Wight Makeup Artistry
www.michellewight.com
805.816.2578
Onsite Hair and Makeup

SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA

Gaby Blidy
American Golf - Mountain Meadows

Catherine Chacon
American Golf - El Dorado

Jasmine CLOUSER
The Couture Cakery
www.couturecakery.net
717.991.3885
Award winning wedding cake, cupcake and dessert table creations.

Selina Cothran
American Golf - Los Coyotes

Christina Domino, CMP, CTA
Skylinks Golf Course - American Golf Corporation
562.421.3388 x205

Steven Enders
American Golf - River Ridge

Zohe Felici
Santa Barbara Wedding Style
www.santabarbarawedding.com
805.895.3402
Nicknamed the American Riviera, Santa Barbara features the top destination wedding venues in the world. From beach wedding ceremonies or mountaintop soirees, from vineyard romance to luxury wedding settings at five-star resorts, or chic private estates, Santa Barbara offers something unique for everyone.  Coupled with our mild year-round climate, it's no wonder that Santa Barbara is the premier destination wedding and elopement location year-round.   I hope the inspiration from this wedding blog helps you to curate your own dream wedding weekend in Santa Barbara!

Gina Franklin
American Golf - El Camino

Kaiel Jackson
Shore & Wave
www.shoreandwave.com
714.566.4567
Husband & Wife Photo & Film for the Intimate and Fun Couples

Tracey Jones
American Golf - Palm Valley

Jackie Lowe
American Golf - MountainGate

Belladonna Lucas
American Golf - Coyote Hills

Emily Mora
American Golf - Los Verdes

Jeanette Olachea
American Golf - Monterey

Boneshia Perry
American Golf - Chester Washington

Richard Saenz
ROYAL FILMS
www.royalfilms.net
562.774.1554
Royal Films

Sue Scharf
American Golf - Wood Ranch

Ashley Snyder
American Golf - Lakewood

Melissa Tapia
American Golf - Knollwood

Diana Vital
American Golf - La Mirada
562.943.7123

Kaile Watters
American Golf - Marbella

Tawnya Wright
American Golf - Recreation Park

UTAH

Parker Andriese
Alive Entertainment
BringingTheEnergy.com
801.597.3479
We are Alive Entertainment and we specialize in bringing the energy. Our talented DJ’s will transform your event through the art of reading the dance floor and knowing when to mix in the right track. In a nutshell, we specialize in getting things bumpin.’

Karla Edlinger
Serendipity Event Designers
www.serendipityeventdesigners.com
801.592.8010
Serendipity Event Designers is a group of creators based in Provo, Utah, but we are lucky enough to travel to treat our clients to the luxury service that everyone deserves. We take pride in producing and styling custom weddings and events tailored to every client, budget, and fairytale vision. Thinking outside of the box is our specialty. One of our goals is to be creative with your ideas and come up with different ways of treating our clients to have a fantastic and memorable experience for all in attendance. I believe that everyone should Dare to Dream.

Chelsea Jensen
Siempre
801.513.1139
English translation: always, forever, all the time, ever, eternally, evermore. Welcome to Siempre – Utah’s most elegant and prestigious wedding destination coming early 2022!  Nestled in the foothills at the south end of the Salt Lake valley, Siempre will be where fairy tale weddings become reality.  Breathtaking views and brilliant sunsets create the backdrop for the perfect venue in the perfect location. Inspired by the vistas at Pelican Hills, the Siempre Rotunda will whisper, if a single photo is worth a thousand words, Siempre will inspire a million memories.

Alexa Johnson
Lilly and Iris
www.lillyandiris.co
801.810.9157
Floral Design

Payton Mackey
Just Girl Stuff

Mandy Ogaz
The Potted Pansy
www.thepottedpansy.com
801.361.4060
Wedding florals thoughtfully curated to your personalities, full of lush blooms, textural tidbits, and a hint of earth, create the atmosphere for these memories. These moments of laughter, tears, dancing, pausing. The moments that will change your life and mold your memories. The moments that will be filled with the scents and sounds you will remember forever. It’s this that you will remember. The real. The raw. The feelings. That’s what we are here to do. Create those for you. You’ll hear the gasps. We promise.

Terra Ong
Terra Ong Photography
www.terraongphotography.com
801.842.3011
Utah Destination Wedding & Elopement Photographer

Jennie Peterson
Siempre
Siempreweddings.com
801.513.1193
English translation: always, forever, all the time, ever, eternally, evermore. Welcome to Siempre – Utah’s most elegant and prestigious wedding destination coming early 2022!  Nestled in the foothills at the south end of the Salt Lake valley, Siempre will be where fairy tale weddings become reality. Breathtaking views and brilliant sunsets create the backdrop for the perfect venue in the perfect location. Inspired by the vistas at Pelican Hills, the Siempre Rotunda will whisper, if a single photo is worth a thousand words, Siempre will inspire a million memories.

Alexa Pinter
Talisker Club
https://www.taliskerclub.com/
559.731.9551
Talisker Club is Park City’s only four-club, one-membership private home community presenting an incomparable collection of mountain, Main Street, backcountry and country clubs. Talisker Club offers wedding and event venues, catering, bartending, coordinating and much more to its members both residential and those visiting.

Mitch Ross

Perfect Beat Productions
djmitchross.com
801.540.2998
DJ Mitch Ross - Perfect Beat Productions will provide the "Perfect Beat" for the soundtrack of your event. We Specialize in weddings and can help with every aspect of your dream wedding day including music and sound for the ceremony, music for your social hour and dinner then music for the dance party!

Lorrie Schmanski
Just Girl Stuff
Justgirlstuff.com
801.334.0636
Hi My name is Lorrie Schmanski I'm the owner of just girl stuff I specialize in Bridal gowns, Bridesmaids, flower girls dresses!

Tyler Thompson
SnapHappy Culture
www.SnapHappyculture.com
385.355.1360
Photo Booths, Balloons, Backdrop and custom rental design

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