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Chief Creative Officer of Birch Event Design, revolutionized the luxury event industry with a renowned high-touch approach to bespoke decor, floral design, and production. Josh has been featured in leading style publications like Vogue, Harper's BAZAAR, People, and Brides.

Named a top wedding planner by Harper's Bazaar, Brides, and The Knot, his work has graced the pages of Vogue, Domino Magazine, The New York Times, Martha Stewart, and The Cut. Jove creates vibrant, unforgettable spaces inspired by clients who love to stand out.

Akeshi Akinseye is a beacon in the luxury event industry, known for her unparalleled elegance and sophisticated designs. As the heart of Kesh Events, she brings visionary artistry to every celebration, making her a top choice for discerning clients worldwide.

KT Merry has traversed the globe shooting exclusive destination weddings as well as wedding and fashion editorials. She has been named a Top Wedding Photographer by Harper's Bazaar, Martha Stewart Weddings, and The Knot, and a Rising Star by Photo District News Magazine.

Greg has been named one of the Top Wedding Photographers in the World by Harper's Bazaar, and has been published in magazines and blogs such as Vogue and Elle. Over the past 15 years, he has specialized in documenting weddings and events across the globe for a high-end international clientele. 

Barbi and her team at Lynden Lane are designers and producers of some of the most intimately grand weddings and events around the world. This dynamic mother daughter team pushes conventional boundaries with uncompromising substance and style. 

Anaïs Event Design is a northern-California based boutique, full-service company specializing in upscale, highly personalized event planning and production of southeast asian weddings and celebrations. From a luxurious destination wedding to an intimate dinner celebration, Anais Events will travel the earth for their clients.

Named by Harper’s Bazaar, Brides, and BizBash as one of the top event designers & wedding planners in the world, Michelle has planned, designed, and produced events worldwide.

Sarah is renowned for challenging conventional wedding photography norms, prioritizing timelessness and authenticity over fleeting trends. Recognized as one of the World’s Top Wedding Photographers by Harper’s Bazaar, Over the Moon, and Brides, her work is regularly featured by Vogue and Elle.

Thomas is a connoisseur of elegance and understated luxury in Southern California and beyond. He is known for his organic approach to modern events and a graciousness that guides both his style and design.

Recognized by Harper's Bazaar and Brides as one of the top wedding planners in the US, Brooke is know for her visionary style and event industry knowledge.

Having Produced over 500 exceptional events in 75 cities worldwide, Alison and her team are the gold standard when it comes to event planning. She has been named the top wedding planner by Vogue, Harpers Bazzar, and Martha Stewart Weddings.

Peyton is a destination wedding, commercial, and editorial cinematographer named by Harper’s Bazaar as one of the Top Wedding Filmmakers in the World.

Amy is an intimate editorial wedding and portrait photographer. Her work has been featured in The New York Times, Brides, Huffington Post, NY Weddings Magazine, Essence, Grace Ormonde and many more

Smith + James is a full-service planning and event design studio led by creative director and owner Tory Smith. Known for having an extremely edited eye, the smith + james team has an innate understanding of what is of-the-moment and what's next in weddings. Their approach is both heavily curated and experiential with a focus on fun— celebrating love in the most exciting destinations around the world.

Renowned for her discerning eye, meticulous attention to detail, and refined aesthetic, Christine embarked on her career a decade ago as a designer. She was not only captivated by the creation of stunning spaces but also by the cultivation of lush, inviting environments—a style she fondly terms "modern elegance."

An award winning international wedding designer/producer with an ability to curate weddings that epitomize luxurious elegance and sophistication with the approach and timing of a Broadway Show. Charley has a weekly Instagram IGTV live show called Bluebell Talks, which she started during the Pandemic to keep our industry connected. Her work has been featured in numerous publications and on line.

A husband-and-wife team, a fine art planning and design boutique based in Southern California, able to create bespoke stunning celebrations in the States and abroad. Their work has been featured in Vogue Magazine, Brides and Style Me Pretty.