I had the distinct pleasure of attending the Special Event 2009 Gala Awards competition at the San Diego Convention Center with Jeannie Savage and Christopher Aldama from Fiori Fresco Special Events. The Gala Awards ceremony is given by Special Events Magazine which is the premier industry publication for recognizing the finest work in special events worldwide. The year’s competition drew nearly 400 entries in 35 categories from Brazil, Canada, China, Denmark, England, Germany, Spain, Thailand, United Arab Emirates and the United States.
Christopher and Jeannie partnered together for the “Rock-Mink Wedding” which was held at the Montage Resort and Spa in August 2008. Special Events Magazine recognized this wedding as one of the top three events honored under the category of “BEST WEDDING: BUDGET $1,000.00 AND ABOVE PER GUEST. “The wedding team melded the bride’s desire for a “clean and modern” wedding. The mother’s request for “Old World” flair, and the father’s call for “something no one has seen before” type of wedding. The outdoor space took on a formal French garden feel, punctuated with randomly places spheres of moss, roses and stone. The outdoor cocktail lounge area featured swaybacked tufted sofas in ice-blue with camel-colored throws draped over the arms.” To view details of their wedding, see our September 13, 2008 blog archive.

Congratulations to Christopher and Jeannie on a job well done!