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The A team
Q. We're trying to create a stress-free wedding; how can a master of ceremonies help us achieve this?
A. Peter York says: A toastmaster can help couples create the perfect day by removing extra pressure and ensuring everything goes to plan. Most couples don't have much experience when planning a wedding, which is why a toastmaster's skill is so invaluable as they can spot problems before they arise, act as a point of contact between you and the venue, deal with questions from suppliers and oversee timings on the day. There's nothing more stressful than having to obtain guests' attention or directing people in the right direction. You should be relaxing and enjoying your day without these extra worries.
The company should always be happy to help if that's offering advice and tips such as the contents and duration of speeches. They should introduce you both at the wedding breakfast, the speeches, cutting the cake, and the first dance to ensure loved ones don't miss a thing. A toastmaster should be on hand to ensure the correct procedures and good communication are in place.
Peter York, Peter York Toastmaster
www.aacreditedtoastmaster-towncrier.co.uk
A touch of class
Q. We're considering booking a toastmaster, what should we expect from them on the day?
A. Peter York says: Weddings are such joyful occasions but can sometimes come with enormous pressure. Few couples can learn from experience, so there's only one chance to get everything right. That's where a toastmaster comes in the help relieve any pressure while being professional and ensuring everything goes to plan. With the gift of seeing potential problems before they arise, a toastmaster's skill will prove invaluable at any wedding.
No one wants to answer questions about the timings or seating arrangements, so leave this to the supplier who will act as a point of contact between companies. There's nothing more stressful than having to direct guests on the big day or obtaining their attention.
Toastmasters will make announcements when it's time for wedding breakfasts, the speeches, cutting the cake and the first dance – no one will miss a thing.
Peter York, Peter York Toastmaster
www.countycelebrantsnetwork.com/celebrant-member-list/peter-york
Memorable events
Q. What are the benefits of having a toastmaster at our wedding?
A. Peter York says: Weddings are occasions of great joy, but there's only one chance to get everything right. A toastmaster can help relieve any pressure while lending an air of professionalism and ensuring everything goes exactly as planned. With a gift for seeing potential problems before they arise, the supplier can prove invaluable at both large or small weddings.
On your wedding day, you don't want to be answering questions about timings or seating arrangements. That's where a toastmaster comes in to deal with all the questions; they'll act as a point of contact between you and the venue. The team will also serve as the link when talking to other suppliers to ensure the correct procedure and communication to transform any event into a memorable occasion.
There's nothing more stressful than having to obtain everyones attention or directing people in the right direction. Toastmasters are fully practised at making announcements like calling guests to the wedding breakfast, introducing speeches, cutting the cake and the first dance.
Peter York, Peter York Toastmaster
www.aacreditedtoastmaster-towncrier.co.uk
