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MEET OUR PLANNERS

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RAYVEN CRISAFULLI, CMP

Lead Planner | Owner

Hey, I'm Rayven! Welcome to my small corner of the web! I am excited to share a little bit about myself and what drives my business.

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With over 7 years of full-time event planning experience and over 100 events in my portfolio, I know that creating an amazing and stress-free planning journey for you is just as important as managing the details of your big day. Planning a wedding shouldn't be a checklist- it’s a journey to the next stage of your lives, and I am here to make that journey another beautiful chapter in your book!

 

I am passionate about providing exemplary advice and service to my clients. A Gator through and through, I have built upon my bachelors in Event Management from the University of Florida by obtaining two international certifications in event planning. During breaks, you can find me watching webinars on event planning (some say I'm obsessed...), but I continually work to stay up to date on the latest strategies in the industry so that your day is perfect!

 

Growing up among a family of professional creatives has given me an appreciation for lines, colors, decor, and how to incorporate all of this to create stunning designs that make drop-dead-gorgeous photos. Having the opportunity to create beautiful and functional wedding designs that showcase the couple’s love and personality is an energizing force for me.

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Click the arrow to the right to see some fun facts about me!

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GIANNA GAMACHE, CMP

Lead Coordinator

Hi there, I'm Gianna! We're happy that you've stumbled upon White Magnolia Events, and we hope you move on from this page with a better sense of who we are, and the confidence that we'll be the perfect fit to plan your perfect day!

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I've been in the events industry for five years and have worked with Rayven for 3 of those years. When she came to me and said "Do you want to be a part of White Magnolia?", how could I say no?! Our in common passion has always been all things beautiful and all things organized. We know that our passion will lead to a wonderful collaboration with YOU to help bring your dream wedding to life!

 

Like Rayven, I also received my bachelor's degree in Event Management from the University of Florida (Go Gators!), and have since become a Certified Meeting Professional. (We're basically the same person...can you tell?) Our passion for and experience in the events industry can give you the peace of mind that we know how to handle any situation.

 

For me, its all about how the little details contribute to your overall vision. I'm here to take care of all the things that you might have not even thought about! It's your day, it should be perfect, and I'm here to make that happen! I have always been one to have an outlined plan (don't get me started about my vacation itineraries...!), so I'm looking forward to creating the perfect plan and timeline so that your day runs flawlessly from start to finish. 

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Proceed to the right for the fun stuff!

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VENUES WE HAVE WORKED WITH

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We love our North Florida venues almost as much as we love our couples! Take a peek at the list of all of the event spaces we’ve worked at in the area to see if we’ve planned a wedding at your venue:

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  • Sweetwater Branch Inn | Gainesville, FL

  • Florida Museum of Natural History | Gainesville, FL

  • Harn Museum | Gainesville, FL

  • Hilton University of Florida | Gainesville, FL

  • The Baughman Center | Gainesville, FL

  • Hotel Indigo | Gainesville, FL

  • Cypress & Grove Brewery | Gainesville, FL

  • Omni Amelia Island Plantation Resort | Amelia Island, FL

  • Sawgrass Marriott | Ponte Vedra, FL

  • Ponte Vedra Inn & Club | Ponte Vedra Beach, FL

  • One Ocean Resort | Atlantic Beach, FL

  • Hyatt Regency Jacksonville Rivefront | Jacksonville, FL

  • Omni Downtown Jacksonville | Jacksonville, FL

  • Ocala Boat Club | Ocala, FL

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We love to travel too! Check out the other venues we have worked with:

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  • Sandpearl Resort | Clearwater Beach, FL

  • Opal Sands Resort | Clearwater Beach, FL

  • Epicurean Hotel | Tampa, FL

  • Hilton Carillon Park | St. Petersburg, FL

  • Viceroy Hotel | Aspen, CO

  • Gaylord Palms | Orlando, FL

  • Ritz Carlton Grande Lakes | Orlando, FL

  • JW Marriott | Orlando, FL

  • Marriott World Center | Orlando, FL

  • Swan & Dolphin Resort | Orlando, FL

  • Loews Royal Pacific | Orlando, FL

  • The Estate on the Halifax | Daytona , FL

  • Falls Church Marriott | Falls Church, VA

REVIEWS FROM COUPLES

"If you are looking for an amazing wedding or event planner, look no further. Rayven is the best! Her dedication and knowledge are unmatched. She is extremely detail-oriented and efficient. Rayven went above and beyond to make sure every detail was set and ready for my big day. She kept the entire day on schedule and checked in with me and my husband to make sure we were calm and enjoying ourselves. Rayven treated us like family and our wedding wouldn’t have been the same without her!"

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Delonda & Amos | April 2019 | Ocala, FL

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