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The SunQuest Experience
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THE INQUIRY
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You're engaged! Welcome to this crazy little thing we call "Wedding Planning!"
INQUIRY
Getting started, you'll meet one of the "Kristi's." Whether you choose to celebrate aboard our exclusive venue, the Solaris Yacht, or another venue along the Emerald Coast, our team will help you design an all-inclusive event.
We make planning your event as easy as a relaxing day on the beach.
MEET KRISTI ADKINSON
DIRECTOR OF SALES
Master of all things. Mother to two boys.
Rivals David Beckham on the soccer field.
MEET
KRISTI A
Born and raised in Maryland, Kristi came to SunQuest as a college intern, later mastering wedding and event planning. Twelve years later, she's the first person our team turns to. There's no problem she can't solve and no detail out of place. Kristi's your go-to source for all events aboard the Solaris Yacht.
When you work with Kristi Adkinson, you'll quickly see why couples have trusted her with their most special moments. Kristi lays the foundation of your event, positioning you to be an excellent host on your wedding day.
MEET KRISTI SUMMERLIN
MARKETING & SALES
Social media extraordinaire. Lover of digital design.
Never met a glass of Cabernet she didn't like.
MEET
KRISTI S
Kristi helps couples realize their event potential at a variety of venues across the Emerald Coast. Tasked with keeping the team young, Kristi's always leading the trends in weddings and events. Organization and logistics is her game, and where she feels most at home. She's your expert in event permitting, ordinances, and keeping everything together.
Kristi pairs full-service events with venues that match each couple's personal style. A believer that each event is unique, Kristi finds harmony in personalization with seamless logistics.
THE LOGISTICS
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Planning a beach wedding? Here's a checklist of the event permits that you may need.
- Special Event Permit
- FDEP Permit
- Private Property Authorization Form
LOGISTICS
OVERWHELMED?
Our team handles all of the permitting for you. Each couple works with Kristi S. to carefully choose the best beach location for their event. Kristi alleviates the stress of filing for the beach permit and hiring applicable security measures.
TLDR: We make it happen.
MEET YOUR
PLANNER
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The SunQuest team is comprised of interior designers, florists, and expert event planners. Each couple works with a dedicated event planner, alleviating the number of vendors you need to communicate with.
MEET YOUR PLANNER
We aim to personalize each event to match the couple and their celebration. We'll guide you every step of the way as you add personal touches.
MEET JULIE FABOZZI
DIRECTOR OF EVENTS
Resident interior designer. Expert event planner.
Dream maker & color therapist.
MEET
JULIE
Born and raised on the Emerald Coast, Julie earned her bachelor's degree in interior design. Today, she's SunQuest's personal designer and dreamer of dramatic floral arrangements. If you've pinned it, she's built it. An internet sensation among couples, Julie curates unforgettable experiences wherever she goes.
Julie was once described by a bride as a "magical event designing unicorn" and we really can't think of a better description for her.
MEET NICOLE MANARD
EVENT PLANNER
Planner with purpose. Hospitality expert.
Crafter of custom jewelry & gifts.
MEET
NICOLE
Nicole meets each event with a natural creative energy, helping couples think beyond limitations. While originally from New York, Nicole found southern comfort in hospitality and events. When she's not attending local music and art shows, she's fine tuning events with the SunQuest team and helping couples turn their dreams into reality.
Nicole makes each couple feel like a guest at their own celebration. Her expertise in hospitality and tourism make her the perfect guide to your Emerald Coast experience.
PLAN & DESIGN
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While each couple primarily works with our event planners, no SunQuest event would be complete without our team of event professionals. You'll work with your planner to custom design your event for decor, menu, lighting, and more. No detail is too small, we'll handle it all.
PLAN & DESIGN
SunQuest offers a variety of wedding & event experts leading up to your big day. When working with our full-service company, you work with one premier company rather than needing to manage and communicate with multiple vendors.
MEET AARON HARRIS
GENERAL MANAGER
Curator of fine culinary experiences.
Will cry when watching Dirty Dancing.
No one puts baby in a corner.
MEET
AARON
Our General Manager and doer of all things, Aaron started at SunQuest as Executive Chef. Today, he leads our team into each event with a plan in place and a few bad jokes in his back pocket. Aaron creates each dining experience with a passion passed down to him by the strong women who raised him.
A graduate from Le Cordon Bleu, Aaron guides our team in crafting specialty menus for events. He also trains our full-service staff in crafting memorable dining experiences for all guests.
MEET CHEF JAMES
HEAD CHEF
Head Chef. Roller skater.
So much more than just the guy in the kitchen.
MEET
CHEF JAMES
Chef James first started his career in the kitchen at just 14 years old. A native Floridian, James appreciates the fresh flavors of the Gulf, which is why all of our seafood is locally sourced. Chef James excels in entertaining unique culinary experiences, while keeping Gulf inspired cuisine as the focus of the menu.
Chef James works alongside our planners and coordinators to design culinary displays. Everything from sushi boats to bubbly bars, anything is possible!
MEET MARTA HERRERA
HEAD FLORIST
HBIC. Floral Designer.
Expert of anything and everything.
MEET
MARTA
Marta works with our event planners to custom design each floral design for events. Originally from Poland, Marta moved to the US with her masters degree in tourism and hospitality, later earning her masters in accountancy. Today, she also flaunts her creative side by building custom floral arrangements alongside our events team.
We call Marta our HBIC simply because she knows how to get it done. An expert in efficiency, Marta moonlights as our accountant. There's nothing she can't do!
LET'S CELEBRATE!
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With careful planning, your wedding pros are ready to help you excel at hosting your wedding day. Our team handles it all, from set-up, break-down, and event management. You'll simply relax and enjoy the company of your friends and family (& hopefully a glass of champagne or two!)
LET'S
CELEBRATE
Your event planner will collaborate with our full-service staff, including our event coordinators. With an entire team of event professionals behind you, there's no detail out of place as you say "I Do!"
MEET JEREMY SCHWIND
FRONT OF HOUSE MANAGER/EVENT COORDINATOR
Bonfire buff. Mixologist.
Self-taught violinist.
MEET
JEREMY
Jeremy has mastered every area of the service industry, from the kitchen to managing the front of the house. Jeremy always has a new signature drink idea for events and is naturally artistic. Reflected in his management style, Jeremy credits his many wonderful mentors along the way in teaching him how to curate memorable experiences for guests.
Planning a bonfire rehearsal? Jeremy is your guy.
Start your wedding weekend with the ultimate experience in southern hospitality and unforgettable beach views.
MEET CAPTAIN LENNY
CAPTAIN
Captain. Diver. Fisherman.
MEET
LENNY
Growing up near the Atlantic ocean, Captain Lenny always imagined a career on the water. From search and rescue missions to luxurious dinner cruises, Captain Lenny has done it all. When he's not cruising aboard the Solaris, he enjoys paddle boarding, free diving, and modifying small engines. You'll find Captain Lenny in the pilot house of the Solaris or officiating wedding ceremonies on the Sky Deck.
Captain Lenny is a member of our officiant roster. All of our officiants make each ceremony personal and memorable.
MEET SUREYA MADDOX
EVENT COORDINATOR
Day of Coordinator.
Can handle anything thrown her way.
MEET
SUREYA
We knew that Sureya was the perfect fit when she walked in to the office on her first day with coffees in hand for the team. Ever since, she's been our go-to for assisting on wedding day. Sureya assists our wedding planners with day of coordination, bringing the final vision to life.
Sureya can be found finalizing the details for events. She's your girl to make sure that you always have a glass of champagne in hand and ready to take on your wedding day.