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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! 

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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.  


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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

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