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ABOUT US

Let Us Make Your Next Event Joyous!

OUR MISSION

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To create purpose-driven experiences that are meticulously organized, seamlessly executed and guarantee praise for the host.

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To elevate celebrations, alliances, and philanthropic experiences so everyone's mission is ultimately fulfilled.

OUR VISION 

OUR CORE VALUES

1.

Excellence.

2.

Integrity.

"Let all things be done decently and in order."

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ABC  PHILOSOPHY

1.

Always remain calm in handling the unexpected.

2.

Be thoughtful and diplomatic.

3.

Creatively solve problems.

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MARILYN PATTERSON

CHIEF EXPERIENCE ORGANIZER.

CERTIFIED EVENT MANAGER.

CERTIFIED WEDDING PLANNER.

FEATURED IN

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VIP ALEXANDRIA MAGAZINE

GO RED FOR WOMEN - POWER WOMAN 2021

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VIP ALEXANDRIA MAGAZINE

SEVEN TIME-TESTED TIPS FOR A PICTURE-PERFECT SPRING SOIREE

CREDENTIALS

TIMELINE GENIUS

WEDDING DAY TIMELINE CERTIFICATION COURSE

CROWD MANAGEMENT

NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF STATE FIRE MARSHALS

KEY TEAM MEMBERS

Valerie P. Connors

DIRECTOR OF CRUISE WEDDINGS

With a strong background in Human Resources and flair for process and procedure, Valerie manages the Cruise Ship Weddings Division of Joyous Events. She has had an active role in coordinating over 300 weddings in the Ports of Baltimore, MD, Philadelphia, PA and Norfolk, VA since 2004 and also manages the staff operations in support of these events. Valerie is a very compassionate lady with a calming spirit.

She is a graduate of the Wedding Coordination Program at Community College of Baltimore County, the American Musical & Dramatic Academy and studied Mechanical Engineering at North Carolina A&T University, Greensboro, NC. She also oversees staffing and vendor relationships.

Fun Fact: In 2017, Valerie was a contestant on Jeopardy!  We are so proud of our in-house world-of-knowledge Queen!

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READY TO MAKE YOUR NEXT EVENT JOYOUS ?

Contact Us To Explore The Possibilities

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