Board

The VAWP board members are a diverse group of esteemed professionals who have a passion for our industry and years of experience. We look forward to serving the Vermont wedding community.

Meredith Clayton

Clayton Floral

Meredith Clayton was born and raised in the foothills of the Appalachian mountains in Virginia and North Carolina. She spent her summers helping her mother in the gardens on their family’s land and developed a deep appreciation for growing flowers and vegetables. While pursuing her graduate degree in environmental science at the University of Vermont, […]

Molly Quinn

Outbound Stowe

Meet Molly Quinn Pasic, a passionate Vermonter with a heart set on shaping the future of weddings in her beloved state. As the Assistant Director of Catering and Events at Sugarbush Resort, Molly oversees the resort’s bustling Events department, with a particular emphasis on crafting unforgettable wedding experiences. With her roots deeply embedded in Vermont, […]

Joanna Banks

Sixpence Studios

Joanna has spent most of her life in newsrooms or on sets. The daughter of a journalist and an actor, she was bitten by the producing bug early. She attended Cardiff University’s Journalism, Film, and Television program in Wales and started her career with British broadcaster Westcountry Television. Before creating Sixpence Studios in 2008, Joanna […]

Anika Fullman

Assorted Artistries

A driven entrepreneur and owner of Assorted Artistries, a successful event planning and bespoke rental company. Anika transformed her passion for design and organization into a thriving company, growing it from a side hustle to a full-time operation with a dedicated team in 2022. Her keen eye for detail and ability to manage complex logistics […]

Jackie Watson

President

Jaclyn Watson Events

Jaclyn Watson Events is a premier planning experience for bespoke weddings and events. We are passionate about creating a luxurious event that is tailored to your personal style and vision. From getting to know you and your family, to introducing you to our vetted network of creative event professionals, our team will transform your wedding […]

Mike Lubas

Vice President

Vermont Tent Company

Mike Lubas, started working at Vermont Tent Company in 1991 after graduating from UVM. One of three current owners of Vermont Tent Company who bought the business from founder John Crabbe in April of 2015.

Lindsey Leichthammer

Past President

Lindsey Leichthammer Events

A Boston native, she moved to Burlington, Vermont to attend Champlain College from which she graduated, majoring in Business with minors in Marketing and Event Management. Lindsey has always been involved in the wedding and event community, with her first job being on the catering team at Atlantica Restaurant in Cohasset, MA. After college she […]

Kim Donahue

Treasurer

The Inn at The Round Barn

Kim Donahue is the owner and general manager of the Inn at Round Barn Farm in Waitsfield. A strong believer that every wedding couple deserves their perfect day, she leads her team to value professionalism, kindness, respect, and compassion for couples and their vendor teams. Certain that Vermont is the most enchanting place to celebrate, […]

Hillary Fay

Hillary is the owner and lead makeup artist for her luxury makeup & hair team located in Chittenden County, Vermont. Hillary began her wedding makeup career in early 2017 & has since grown to manage a small team who travel all over Vermont & Florida for weddings and events. In her free time, she enjoys […]

Keith MacDonald

Keith MacDonald Photo

With a decade and a half of his life devoted to photography, Keith’s work pulls from a mastery of light, a keen eye for details,and a joy for connecting with others. To launch his career, Keith chased his dreams to New York City. There, he mastered the ability to expertly capture inspiring celebrations spanning the […]

Emily Ellis

The Essex Resort & Spa

Born and raised in Southern California, it was love at first sight when I initially visited Burlington and Vermont on a scouting trip to the University of Vermont. I graduated from UVM in 2014 and have lived in Vermont since…it’s amazing how quickly 14 years can go by! During my college years, I started in […]

Newton Wells

Peak Entertainment DJs

Newton Wells operates Peak Entertainment DJs, working with clients on itineraries, corresponding with DJs and maintaining gear. He’s a founding member of VAWP and a firm believer in the organization’s benefits to its members. When not DJing, he’s often at some fair or festival or in his garage, wrenching on an antique car.

Daniel Samson

Let's Pretend Catering

Daniel Samson is more than just a name on a business card; he and his business partner, Liane Mendez, are the heart and soul behind the magic of events at Grand Isle Lake House and Let’s Pretend Catering. With a passion for hospitality and a knack for bringing dreams to life, Daniel wears many hats […]

Elizabeth Seward

Liz oversees the sales team at Topnotch Resort in Stowe, VT, with a focus on all social events, predominately weddings. She both sells and services all of her events, so she’s with her clients from start to finish. She moved to Vermont in 2009, thinking it’d be a quick stay after graduating college, but soon met […]

Talena Shannon

Board Advocate

Talena is the owner of Premier Entertainment DJ & lighting Company. Premier is experienced DJ’s who are dedicated to keeping you and your guests entertained and informed. Our Photo Booth’s are the perfect addition to any event guaranteed to bring more smiles and laughs all night long. Uplighting will transform your space giving it the […]