Wedding at the Biltmore Hotel

I never comment about the weddings that we handle. But this time I must write just a little something about this wonderful wedding and this incredible family. First of all this is a family full of history. They are founders of the Greek Orthodox Church in Coral Gables and due to their many contributions a part of the church is named after them.

Planning this wedding has been incredibly fun. Although they do not live in Miami anymore the moments they came down to visit were full of fun and laughter. The parents are the most funniest people I have ever met and I thank them for handing over the responsibility of making this weekend unforgettable. Starting with their first event, the rehearsal dinner at the Yacht club, to the spectacular wedding and then finishing the following day with the morning after brunch, I must say everything was breathtaking. I must thank the team of vendors that participated in this wedding... From the Biltmore Staff, Petal Productions, AB Cover designers, Karla Lola, Ambrosio photoagraphy (pictures provided above) and my staff... you guys were great.

Ohhhh.... and I was invited to Greece next year for the parents 50th wedding anniversary!!

Homestead Air Reserve Base Firefighters Picnic

A picnic was held at the Air Reserve Base in Homestead, Florida on February 21, 2009 for the firefighters of the Air Reserve Base. The day was filled with activities for the firefighters and their families. Games were organized by MDI sports and awards were handed out to those who won the events. It was a day full of fun and comradery.

It is wonderful to see a group of our very best come together and enjoy a day outside of their stations and bunkers. We thank them for their work and dedication to our country and to the Air Reserve Base.

I also want to thank JP Productions for joining us and providing the music for this event.

The Brides Choice Award

It was just announced that International Event Design has won the 2009 Bride’s Choice Award! The Bride’s Choice Award recognizes and honors vendors from the Martha Stewart and WeddingWire Network that demonstrate excellent quality of service, responsiveness, professionalism, value of cost and flexibility. This year’s recipients represent the top three percent of Martha Stewart and WeddingWire’s vendor community, which includes over 100,000 wedding vendors from across the US. That means International Event Design is one of the very best in the wedding and event planning industry.

Unlike other awards in which winners are selected by the company, the Bride’s Choice Awards are determined exclusively by recent newlyweds through surveys and reviews. Timothy Chi, WeddingWire’s Chief Executive Officer stated, “This year’s recipients have set the bar high, exhibiting excellent service and expertise in the wedding industry.”

Monica Porrata and her staff at International Event Design would like to thank our past clients for speaking on our behalf and helping us win the 2009 Bride’s Choice Award!

Fundraiser for Miami Children's Hospital

International Event Design has been asked to put together a fundraiser for Miami Children's Hospital on behalf of MDI Sports. MDI Sports provides year around sports league programs for the children in our community. Their company also conducts basketball tournaments in Miami Dade County and Broward for adults. The event will take place on April 3rd and 4th in 2009. We are proud to have been given the opportunity to participate in such a worthy cause. The proceeds of this event will be used to support the ECMO program at Miami Children's Hospital and assist them to continue to provide the best pediatric care in South Florida.

The International Fighting Campionship Event was a great success

On October 11, 2008 the International Fighting Championship kickboxing event was held at the Sheraton in Miami. The event was great!! The floor plan was put together nicely providing the VIP purchased tickets with front row seats all around the boxing ring. We had 6 bars throughout the floor to accommodate the big crowd and staff throughout the event ensuring great customer service. Over 800 people came out to the event. The evening was full of excitement with everyone cheering their favorite fighters. Next kickboxing event will be announced soon.

Picture above: Kevin Cardona and Diego Molinari owners of International Fighting Championship and Kinte Promotions with Danay Sanchez and Monica Porrata

October 1st Website Launch Party

On October 1st, 2008 we launched our new website!! We were joined by our closest friends and family to celebrate. Visit us at http://www.internationaleventdesign.com/ Our gallery and music will be added shortly. Take a look!! I hope you enjoy it.

Macy's and International Event Design Network Lunch July 30th

We were invited by Macy's executives today to discuss the bridal industry in South Florida. We brainstormed on how International Event Design, and other selected wedding planners in South Florida could work together with Macy's, learn from each other and collaborate. It was a great conversation and a wonderful lunch at the Cheesecake factory in Dadeland mall. We met the vice president of Macy's who flew in from New York for our meeting. We are looking forward to working closer with Macy's.

Why should you hire a wedding or event planner?

Nowadays hiring a wedding and event planner is no longer just for the rich and famous. It is already difficult to juggle a full time job and all the other every day activities. There is so much involved in planning a perfect event and as expected it is very time consuming. Having someone there for your peace of mind, someone that you trust and have complete confidence in to guide you throughout the planning process and the execution of your wedding day is priceless. Also, having someone there as your voice to handle the vendors and to ensure that everything goes well on your wedding day is crucial. We also have the resources, the time, the knowledge and the most reliable vendors in the industry.