MARYLAND/DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA
Our STATE CHAPTER
This chapter is a local division of the Association of Bridal Consultants and focuses on the needs of members in the Maryland and District of Columbia. As one of the largest chapters, we pride ourselves on being a supportive group of individuals making a noticeable impact on the special events industry!
MEET OUR STATE MANAGER
Shelby Tuck-Horton, MWP
Master Wedding Planner, Shelby Tuck-Horton, has been a wedding planner for more than 25 years. Since starting her wedding planning company, Exquisite Expressions and Events, she has assisted in the planning and design of hundreds of weddings. Because of her love of weddings, especially wedding ceremonies, she recently became ordained and also performs wedding ceremonies.
In addition to serving as State Manager, Shelby is also the ABC Director of Education. For over ten years, she has been an Adjunct Instructor at Prince George’s Community College where she teaches the Wedding Planner Certification course.
UPPER LEVEL STATE DESIGNEE'S
MASTER WEDDING PLANNER'S
ACCREDITED WEDDING PLANNER'S
ACCREDITED WEDDING PLANNER'S
- Shelby Tuck-Horton, MWP - Shelby Tuck-Horton
- Jessica A. Robinson, MWP, CGMP - J. Robinson Enterprises
- Tia Robinson, MWP - Cashmere Events
ACCREDITED WEDDING PLANNER'S
ACCREDITED WEDDING PLANNER'S
ACCREDITED WEDDING PLANNER'S
- RoDonna Brewster, AWP - Unforgettable Yours Events
- Stephanie Davis, AWP - Creative Weddings & Events
- Elise Newton, AWP - Exclusive Elegance by Elise
- Ilene White, AWP - White Wedd Events
miss Dorothy heart recipients from our chapter
Shelby Tuck-Horton (2000)
Shelby Tuck-Horton (2000)
Shelby Tuck-Horton (2000)
Olenthia Boardley (2022)
Shelby Tuck-Horton (2000)
Shelby Tuck-Horton (2000)
MEET OUR LEADERSHIP TEAM
Our Leadership Team is comprised of the State Manager, all of our Committee Chairs, Director of our Local Area Networking Groups and Special Coordinators.
The purpose of this team is to foster both internal members and external industry partners that will allow our local member to further their business through the benefits of an ABC membership.
Partner With Us!
Are you interested in collaborating with our chapter to get your products out to our planners and colleagues? Reach out to our team to find out how you can partner with our current initiatives!
Chapter Wide leadership
MEMBERSHIP COORDINATION
CHARITABLE OUTREACH PROGRAMS
MEMBERSHIP COORDINATION
Chair: TBD
This team is all about connecting with our members on all levels. They welcome new members. They check on members we have not seen for a while. They work to get our members involved in the activities of our chapter, as well as other ABC opportunities.
OUTREACH COORDINATOR
CHARITABLE OUTREACH PROGRAMS
MEMBERSHIP COORDINATION
Chair: Olenthia Boardley
Olenthia is responsible for reaching out to connect with local wedding professionals to introduce them to ABC and educate them about the benefits of joining the Association.
CHARITABLE OUTREACH PROGRAMS
CHARITABLE OUTREACH PROGRAMS
CHARITABLE OUTREACH PROGRAMS
Chair: Vashonda Arrington
VaShonda is responsible for coordinating our charity donations. It is one of our chapter initiatives to make an annual donation of products and supplies to a women’s shelter.
SCHOLARSHIP COMMITTEE
MEETINGS & LOGISTICS COMMITTEE
CHARITABLE OUTREACH PROGRAMS
Chair: Ilene White, AWP
The Scholarship Committee reviews all scholarship applications to ensure that they meet the requirements of our guidelines. Based on the clearly defined guidelines and scoring guidance, the committee is responsible for selecting the qualified recipients.
MEETINGS & LOGISTICS COMMITTEE
MEETINGS & LOGISTICS COMMITTEE
MEETINGS & LOGISTICS COMMITTEE
Chair: Jessica A. Robinson, MWP, CGMP
This committee is responsible for obtaining the best options for our meeting venues. This committee is also responsible for the design and decor for each meeting.
SPONSORSHIP COMMITTEE
MEETINGS & LOGISTICS COMMITTEE
MEETINGS & LOGISTICS COMMITTEE
Chair: Sharlena Graves
This committee is responsible for obtaining sponsorships for items to go into swag bags given to attendees at our ABC MD/DC Annual State Meeting held in February of each year.
FUNDRAISING COMMITTEE
FUNDRAISING COMMITTEE
FUNDRAISING COMMITTEE
Chair: Sylvia Miller
The Fundraising Committee is responsible for our annual fundraising efforts to benefit our Dezi Grant Scholarship Fund. The scholarship pays the registration fee for the ABC Annual Conference. To date, 19 members have been awarded the scholarship.
Local Networking Groups (LNG)
BALTIMORE
Director: Tia Robinson, MWP
The Baltimore LNG is created to connect with those in the Baltimore City, county and the surrounding areas.
SOUTHERN MARYLAND - Pending!
Director: TBD
The Southern Maryland LNG is created to connect with those in Charles, Calvert, St, Mary's and lower Prince George's counties.
Announcements
MD/DC CHAPTER STATE CONFERENCE
Saturday, March 4, 2023
Residence Inn by Marriott Washington Downtown/Convention Center
ANNUAL INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE
La Concha Resort
San Juan, Puerto Rico
Sunday, October 29, 2023 -
Thursday, November 2, 2023