meet our wedding coordinators
lori garmire
Tell us a little about yourself.
I am married to my wonderful husband, Pat, and we have three children - Kaylee, Holly, and Gabe. Both of my daughters are wedding coordinators with Day 1! In addition to being the owner of Day 1 Wedding Coordinating, I also work as a speech language pathologist for Fort Wayne Community Schools. Spending time with my family is what I love most. I also love to read, travel, eat chocolate, and spend time at the lake.
What is your favorite part about being a wedding coordinator?
My favorite part of being a wedding coordinator is having the opportunity to serve others. By doing this, our couples and their families can be present in the moment and have the best day ever!
What is your favorite part of a wedding day?
My favorite part of the wedding day is right after I send the bride down the aisle. At that point, everything she has dreamed about and planned for has culminated into the perfect moment. I get to be present in that moment and I never take it for granted.
What is your best piece of advice to couples on their wedding day?
I highly recommend investing in a wedding coordinator. As a bride who has planned for months and months, you deserve to have the BEST day. Hire someone you can trust to take care of all the wedding day details. A wedding coordinator will not only ease YOUR stress level, but will allow your closest family and friends to fully enjoy the day as well.
What is your go to coffee order?
Mocha - that's as close as I get to coffee!
kendall seiler
Tell us a little about yourself.
Hi! I was born and raised in Fort Wayne, Indiana and moved down to Indianapolis to attend college at the University of Indianapolis (GO HOUNDS!). I graduated with my undergraduate degree in athletic training and graduate degree in physical therapy. I live in Fountain Square with my incredible husband, Jake, and our sweet pup, Tucker. When I am not working, you will find me at the gym, walking my dog, or getting ice cream!
What is your favorite part about being a wedding coordinator?
My favorite part about being a wedding coordinator is seeing all the planning and details come together on the wedding day. Up to the wedding day, the bride has been planning and envisioning each part of her big day, and I love to see how everything comes together so beautifully.
What is your favorite part of a wedding day?
I love when the bride walks down the aisle and seeing the groom’s reaction when he sees his beautiful bride — gets me every time!
What is your best piece of advice to couples on their wedding day?
SAVOR EVERY SINGLE SECOND OF YOUR WEDDING DAY! The day already goes so fast, so be present in every moment and enjoy every part!
What is your go to coffee order?
Iced or hot (depending on my mood & the weather) mocha oat milk latte
megan kline
Tell us a little about yourself.
My name is Megan. I’m engaged myself to be married October 2024. I love all things wedding. I am a Speech Pathologist and help children find ways to communicate. My hobbies are spending time with family, excursions with my fiancé’, board games and have just learned how to ski. I was a cheerleader through college and love cheering on the bride and groom.
What is your favorite part about being a wedding coordinator?
As a wedding coordinator facilitating a Dream Wedding for Brides is a special feeling. Watching the different love stories of each bride and groom unfold and shine during their wedding day is truly magical.
What is your favorite part of a wedding day?
While it is difficult to choose only one part, my favorite is being with the Bride right before she walks down the aisle and watching the emotions of the Groom when his Bride is revealed. I picture the walk down the aisle is the beginning to their new chapter together.
What is your best piece of advice to couples on their wedding day?
It’s important to take in every moment as the day goes by fast! This day is about the two of you! Let me take care of the details. Have fun, create memories you will cherish the rest of your life!
What is your go to coffee order?
I’m not a big coffee drinker but anything sweet and chocolatey, count me in!
christa strasser
Tell us a little about yourself.
I have been married to my husband Erick for 30 years and have 2 children, Ashley & Devin as well as a golden retriever named Yogi. My husband and I have owned an insurance agency business together for 26 years. I have been wedding coordinating for 3 years. I love doing puzzles, being out on the lake and spending time with my family.
What is your favorite part about being a wedding coordinator?
Seeing the brides and families be able to relax and enjoy the day and tell me how glad that Day1 was part of it.
What is your favorite part of a wedding day?
The moment they are pronounced husband & wife.
What is your best piece of advice to couples on their wedding day?
There will be some sort of “hiccup” during the day but that is ok cause it will be part of your love story.
What is your go to coffee order?
Winter- peppermint mocha Summer – Pink Drink
gretchen robles
Tell us a little about yourself.
I am a Fort Wayne native, wife and mom of four. I am passionate about faith, family, and helping others live a healthy lifestyle.
What is your favorite part about being a wedding coordinator?
I love to serve others, calming nerves, and meet new people.
What is your favorite part of a wedding day?
Witnessing a couple make their vows. Beautiful!
What is your best piece of advice to couples on their wedding day?
Don’t sweat the small stuff, be present in the moment, and have fun!
What is your go to coffee order?
Vanilla latte with oat milk.
jacque jansing
Tell us a little about yourself.
I've been married for 20 years. We have a 16 year old son who's a sophomore and 18 year old daughter who's a senior this year. I've been a graphic designer for 23 years. I love to going to the lake and the campground.
What is your favorite part about being a wedding coordinator?
My favorite part about being a wedding coordinator is helping the bride make it her special day. I remember how stressful it can be.
What is your favorite part of a wedding day?
My favorite part of the wedding is seeing the bride and everyone dressed up in the Sunday best.
What is your best piece of advice to couples on their wedding day?
The best advice for the couple is communication. That's a strong foundation of the marriage and showing love to your wife and spouse.
What is your go to coffee order?
Caramel Frappuccino
madisyn geile
Tell us a little about yourself.
I'm originally from Valparaiso, Indiana and am now a full time pediatric physical therapist here in Indianapolis after graduating from UIndy in 2021. My husband and I got married in 2022 at the Union Station in downtown Indianapolis. In my free time, I like to workout (hike, run, lift weights), spoil our 9 year old Mountain Cur rescue, Sadie, and travel. My newest endeavors include DIYing some old furniture and making my own sourdough bread.
What is your favorite part about being a wedding coordinator?
I love being able to take the stress about wedding day from the bride, groom, bridal party, friends and especially parents! My parents originally took some convincing to have a wedding coordinator, but to this day they bring up how grateful they were to not have to worry about decorations, vendors, etc on our wedding day.
What is your favorite part of a wedding day?
I have two. I love getting to see the bride in her wedding dress for the first time! When her hair is done, her makeup is perfected, she slips into her dress and looks in the mirror, her face is everything!
I also love when couples are getting announced into their reception for the first time as Mr. and Mrs. The reception brings a sense of relaxation, fun, and creativity. This is when I get to see the bride and groom's personalities really come to life!
What is your best piece of advice to couples on their wedding day?
I suggest taking 15-20 minutes at some point after the ceremony to spend some quality alone time with each other. The day goes by so quickly and at the end of the day it's all about two people who love each other vowing to spend the good, bad, and everything in between together. Spend a few extra minutes soaking it in without the chaos of everything and everyone else!
What is your go to coffee order?
Caramel Macchiato.
emily kendrick
Tell us a little about yourself.
I have been in the Wedding & Special Events industry for 10 years. I have an extended background in Catering and Design. My husband, Casey, and I got married in October 2019 and we welcomed our first son, Owen in August 2021! We have two dogs, Ellie & Piper. I love reading, going to concerts, and traveling.
What is your favorite part about being a wedding coordinator?
I love meeting and working with new people! Being a wedding coordinator gives me that opportunity to create new relationships. I love being able to bring together a couple's vision of exactly what they are looking for and help make one of the most special days seamless.
What is your favorite part of a wedding day?
Cake! Because who doesn't love cake at a wedding? :)
What is your best piece of advice to couples on their wedding day?
In my experience, I have found that after introductions take place, go into your cake cutting and first dance. Everyone's attention is still on you and everyone is still seated. Your photographers are right there to capture those special moments and it also keeps your evening flowing once dinner has concluded. Your guests can be enjoying cake and coffee during toasts and the remainder of your special dances.
What is your go to coffee order?
You can always win me over with a White Chocolate Mocha to kick off the morning!
melanie fogwell
Tell us a little about yourself.
Married to my high-school sweetheart, now an empty-nester with 2 adult children & 1 adorable granddaughter. Part-time accountant, part-time health & fitness coach.
What is your favorite part about being a wedding coordinator?
Putting the bride/family at ease whenever unexpected issues arise.
What is your favorite part of a wedding day?
The bride walking down the aisle, or the reception - hard to pick one!
What is your best piece of advice to couples on their wedding day?
Take a vacation - every year, no matter how simple or extravagant. Just the 2 of you, every year.
What is your go to coffee order?
No coffee for me - I'm a "pre-workout" gal!