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It’s easy to notice a bride. Her wedding
gown, hairstyle and makeup are just some
things that guests naturally anticipate. But,
how about the groom? Ms. Jessie of Events
on Demand reveals how she manages to put
the spotlight on both…
Sharing the Spotlight with Grooms
Ms. Jessie shares what some grooms worry about –
that it is a ‘bridal’ gathering and not a WE-dding. “It
is true that most of the attention is given to the bride.
But, when I host I give them both a spotlight. For the
groom, there’s the removal of the garter. What I do is
I ask the groom to do it differently to add excitement
to it. Instead of the typical way, wherein the groom will
just remove the garter by his hand, I ask the crowd
to help me out in deciding whether the groom should
use his hand or his teeth. It is expected for the crowd
to say ‘use the teeth’ and that immediately brings a
different energy in the room. Plus, the groom should
use sexy moves. The people love it!”
She also has suggestions for grooms. “Number 1 is
to relax. Most of them are nervous. Even with their
speeches. Remember, it’s your day. The best day
of your life! Enjoy it because everyone will love you.
They are there for you. Next, is to have fun. Smile
all the time. Laugh when you feel like laughing! You
might be tired and starved from the church wedding,
but, the reception is time for your party. Do not worry or
at least do not show the guests you are worried about
your wedding. Let other people, your coordinators,
handle them for you. Lastly, show everyone how
much you love your wife. Kiss her when you’re asked
to kiss. Say your message from your heart even in
front of everyone. I tell you, when you do these things,
the program will definitely flow smoothly.”
Hosting Preference
In the many weddings she has hosted, she notes
that most grooms prefer an informal hosting style.
Ms. Jessie of Events on
Demand
“
Kiss her when you’re asked
to kiss. Say your message
from your heart even in front
of everyone.
”
“They prefer it to be fun and not too serious. They
want games and they want to make sure the host will
not bore the guests.” But being informal doesn’t mean
being tacky. Hosting is not a job for the carefree. She
explains, “When I crack jokes, I’m careful with words
that I use. I observe. I always observe the guests
as they come so that I’ll know the adjustments I need
to do and the style of hosting that I should use. Since,
I can coordinate and conceptualize a program, every
time a problem occurs, I can immediately create a
solution. I can rearrange the program in such a way
that the program won’t be affected at all. I also sing, so
I give them some songs. When it comes to the games,
encouraging the guests to join is not a problem. And I
always make sure that they will enjoy it, too.”
Simply Jessie
“Hosting has always been my passion. I’ve hosted
several weddings already for the past five years. I
always give my clients the assurance of a wonderful
and unforgettable program. I started hosting when I
was in grade school. I was always chosen to speak
in front of many people. It’s incredible that I’ve been
a professional for more than 5 years now. The good
thing about being a host is that every event depends
on you. Make a good show and everyone will love you.
Plus, make a good impression. When I first discuss with
the couple, I talk with them professionally but in a way
that both are relaxed, just like talking with a friend. I
encourage them to tell me their preferences.”
“Hosting a wedding is not exhausting for me. Simply
seeing two people genuinely in love and finally decided
to tie the knot, can bring much inspiration to me to give
them the best wedding party of their lives!”
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