The Red Carpet Events

The Weddingparadises.com - interview with:
Christy Bareijsza, CMM, CMP, Founder/CEO The Red Carpet Events

In which year did you start your wedding planning business and which reasons made you start working in this job?
My inspiration to establish this company was when I was attending a wedding at the Cuisinart Resort & Spa in Anguilla, British West Indies and realized I should take my corporate experience as the Vice President of Meetings and Conferences and focus my energies more on building my own brand to create unique and breathtaking special events.

Do you work alone or in a team?
Alone with an amazing support staff.

In which languages can you take care of your customers?
English and American

What are the main regions where you are planning weddings?
Metro New York including the Hamptons, California and the Caribbean

What are your personal favourites regarding:

a) a location for a destination wedding in your home region?
Newport, Rhode Island www.yournewportwedding.com/om

b) a location for a destination wedding in the rest of the world?
The Four Season Seychelles www.fourseasons.com

c) a location for a wedding reception in your home region?
620 Loft and Gardens overlooking St. Patrick's Cathedral and 5th Avenue in Rockefeller Center, NYC http://www.topoftherocknyc.com/events/620-loft-and-garden

d) a location for a wedding reception in in the rest of the world?
Las Ventanas, Los Cabos Mexico http://www.lasventanas.com/en/weddings.cfm

e) a country / region / hotel for a honeymoon?
Renting a private luxury villa in St. Barths or Anguilla, BWI is perfect for a honeymoon.

Have you organised weddings for prominent people?
Yes, music executives and professional athletes but unfortunately I must keep the names confidential.

Have you organised weddings for couples from outside your country?
No, most destination weddings are from other states within the United States.

Which strengths of your company would you like to mention?
Upon my first meeting with each couple, I have them create a three-part list with the following columns; "What I Would Love to Have at My Wedding, What I Would Like to Have, What I Don't Care About". Within those three columns, I'm able to strategically review with the couple the details down to the icing on the cake and really understand their main priorities and how we can taylor their event to perfection.

Could you tell us a little story about something special that you have experienced during your work as a wedding planner?
I believe I have seen it all from a cake falling to a bride falling to a parent announcing their son, the groom has been cheating on his new bride. Despite the process being similar, weddings are extremely original every time!

Is there any movie about your work?
Yes:

Rita and Roman - The wedding day from Jason Groupp on Vimeo.

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Contact:

www.theredcarpetevents.com

Biography:

Christy Bareijsza, CMM, CMP
Founder/CEO
The Red Carpet Events
As one of the most sought after event planners in the Metro NY area, Christy Bareijsza has been responsible for detailed party planning and venue consultation since 1999. Christy is known in the industry for her constant creativity, fresh ideas and commitment to surpass client expectations. Her reputable and distinct combination of talents have helped her create a multitude of memorable events for a long list of corporate and celebrity clients including IMG World, Brooks Brothers, Bombardier Flex Jet, American Express Departures Magazine, Brown Forman, Radio and Television Personalities.

As a former Vice President of Corporate Events for one of North America’s top financial firms, Christy has gained vast experience in negotiations, event and sports management, hospitality, audio/visual and venue consultation. A graduate of Hofstra University, she has also enhanced her educational background with a Certification in Meeting Management designation (CMM), CIC Certified Meeting Professional designation (CMP) and degree in Meeting and Event Management from New York University. Her experience has helped mold the finest relationships with industry vendors and orchestrate a wide array of high profile events to create unforgettable memories with style.