Weddings/Expert Profile
Expertise
As an accredited Professional Bridal Consultant, I can answer questions involving all aspects of wedding and event planning. From budgets and organization to menus and timelines, each part of the planning process is just as important as the next. Whether you are looking for answers to traditional wedding questions or you want to venture outside the box, ask away! If we don’t have the answer we will find it for you!
Experience in the area
I am the owner of New Beginnings Wedding & Event Management and have been planning weddings and events for 13 years. I attend networking and training classes on a regular basis to keep abreast of the latest trends and fashions.
Organizations
21st Century Nuptials, Coordinators Corner, Jacksonville Bridal Association
Education/Credentials
Professional Bridal Consultant - Association of Bridal Consultants
Average Ratings
Recent Reviews from Users
K = Knowledgeability C = Clarity of Response T = Timeliness P = Politeness| User | Date | K | C | T | P | Comments |
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| Angie | 12/29/08 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | |
| Harriet | 10/20/08 | 10 | 10 | 8 | 10 | |
| linda | 10/05/08 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | thank you shannon for your input, i ..... |
| brittany | 10/04/08 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | You totally answered my question. It's just ..... |
| Mona | 08/15/08 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thanks again. We spoke to a florist ..... |
Recent Answers from Shannon M Mason
2008-10-24 deceased father of bride:
Amy: Honestly, you shouldn't list the deceased on an invitation. It brings a sad moment to something that should not have any sadness surrounding it. A better way to acknowledge your father would
2008-10-21 Wedding- Bridesmaid in another wedding on same day:
Tara: Obviously her intent is good in that she already told the other bride she would be in that wedding. Your friend is doing the honorable thing. You have to decide whether it is more important
2008-10-09 gratuity....off premise in private home:
Frank: If you are looking to pay a gratuity from the invoice, then it should only be from the food portion of the bill. Nothing else! I usually tell my clients that gratuity is earned and you should
2008-10-09 gratuity....off premise in private home:
Frank: Gratuity is usually provided to the labor group that handles the catering. Your other vendors would most likely be owners and therefore should not receive a gratuity. As far as your rentals
2008-10-07 Payment wedding coordinator.:
Harriet: Depending on the experience of the coordinator, the average hourly rate is between $30 - $60. If you do only a quarter of the work that we do here in the States then you are way overdue
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