I first met Myra Lewis at a wedding in 2008, and she and her team were absolutely amazing. It was a large wedding with many moving parts, but they all kept things under control and seemingly without breaking a sweat! :) You can tell that Myra and her staff and take pride in their work, and always strive exceed their clients’ expectations. As she says, “When it comes to planning the most important day in your life, we believe that you only get to do it once, so we have to do it right!”
Tell us about your business’ mission or vision statement.
Expectations is a unique wedding & event management company specializing in affordable, professional and reliable event coordination services. We understand that love is in the details and take care of every element of your special event to reach perfection. We work with our clients to create events that fit their taste, and most importantly, their budget. We offer various levels of services and customized packages to meet our clients’ needs. Our passion for planning and attention to detail give our clients the piece of mind needed to enjoy their most special day.
What do you love about what you do?
I love the fact that I get to be a part of two people’s most important day of their lives. It is such a great feeling to spend months working on a project, and then seeing the pieces of the puzzle come together. I also love that no two events are ever the same. The couples, themes, and guests are different, which keeps us on our toes to create unique and memorable events.
How did you get into doing what you do?
I have always been the “planner” in my family, and love to celebrate special occasions. In my senior year of college, I took the Wedding Planning course that was being offered for the first time at my university. I received the highest grade of all students taking the course. I realized my passion for planning, and the need for affordable event coordination services. I become a Certified Bridal Consultant, and opened my business in 2006.
What do you wear when you’re doing what you do?
My staff usually wears black suits with turquoise tops, (our business colors). We wear clothes that we can move around in, as our job sometimes requires us to be on our hands and needs, as well as moving items throughout the event.
If you haven’t coordinated a gay wedding, what would your dream gay wedding be?
I love personalized and intimate celebrations! My dream gay wedding would be working with clients that have great style, attention to detail, and most important, that the couple is truly in love with each other, which is the most important item needed when planning a wedding :)
Do you have a favorite “moment” that happens while you’re doing your job?
My favorite moment is when the couple is announced to their guests for the first time, and when they share in their first kiss. In that moment there are no cares in the world, and you can feel their nervousness and stress replaced with happiness, and excitement for what is to come.
Rave and picture time!
“Myra and her team were exceptional. With only 4 months to plan a wedding for 100 people, Myra helped us create an elegant yet informal wedding that was truly fun and special for everyone involved. Even our guests commented on how professional, respectful, and helpful the team was — and I couldn’t agree more.” – Jennifer married 05/08
“Wow, where do I begin? Myra was amazing to work with. She was my day of coordinator and went above and beyond in every way. I told her how dear my grandmother is to me and she checked on her every half hour. I had a very detailed vision for the venue and she made it look better than I dreamed it would.” – Becca married 09/08
“They really do stand by the name of their planning company because they “exceeded my expectations”. That day was perfect and she kept me calm assuring me that she would take care everything and she really did! I was able to enjoy my event knowing that I was in good hands with her and her staff.” – Selena married 11/08
“Knowing that everything was in their capable hands meant that I could relax, spending time with family before the wedding rather than worrying about all the details.” – Meredith married 10/08
“I initially hired her based on her affordable rates, and I have to say that she and her team were one of the best investments I made for my wedding day.” – Lindsey married 10/08
Ms.Grrrl Bio|Posts
For a while now, I’ve been lusting over the young, hip bluegrass bands that all my favorite blogged weddings seem to have nabbed — where, oh where could I find such beautiful, talented people to play at my wedding — especially since i don’t have any money for music?!?! At first I sort of just thought… “tough luck, girl… it’s not gonna happen.” But, against all odds, I did it — I’ve secured a young, hip, massively talented, banjo-playing singer to provide our ceremony music… and the best part… she’s a good friend. I can’t believe how lucky I am.
