A bit about me

I was born in the States and spent most of my formative years in Scotland studying English Literature and Sound Design before moving to Aotearoa New Zealand in 2008. For more than a decade, I was a technical event producer and gig venue manager (my last ‘day job’ was as Manager of Christchurch Town Hall) before I went to business school and decided to go out on my own.

I’ve been the one-woman band that is Authentic Storytelling ever since. Over the last few years, the business has evolved to become the storytelling umbrella that encompasses all of my passions and skills: writing, sound design, project management, event production and, now, celebrancy.

I live with my new husband, Pete, and a spoiled black cat named Wallace in South New Brighton where I typically spend my days writing from my home office, my evenings wrangling live events and my weekends enjoying the beautiful natural surrounds of the Avon Heathcote Estuary and the expansive New Brighton Beach.

As a fellow 2024 bride, I empathise (deeply, painfully…) with the stress and uncertainty of planning a wedding, and I’m so excited to offer all the diverse skills in my kete to help you realise the ceremony of your dreams.

What you can expect

• An absolute commitment to love in all forms, with profound respect and sensitivity to your unique story, culture and background

• A professional writer with deep experience in telling complex, compelling and often funny stories (I highly recommend a read/watch of the My Stories section of this site to learn more.)

• An audio perfectionist who has managed gig venues and mixed bands all over the world, and who can help you wrangle your ceremony sound with ease

• An experienced and engaging public speaker who cut her teeth on live tv and radio, and in front of crowds of thousands

• Timely communication and support when you need it (comms is my full-time job and Love Stories by Bex is a core part of that job, so I won’t ever leave you hanging for a week on an email reply)

• A relentless organiser who has built a whole career on making sure the show goes on, calmly and with good humour

Pricing

2024 pricing for a complete Love Stories By Bex wedding package is $650 including GST. This includes:

• A detailed planning meeting to discuss your needs

• A rehearsal the week before your big day

• A quality wireless PA system with microphones

• The creation and delivery of a fully customised ceremony

• A range of resources to help you write your vows, meet your legal requirements and plan your day

• Printed keepsake copies of your ceremony and vows

• The complete Love Stories By Bex Wedding Planner - 25 pages of detailed planning insights and tips from my decade+ of events industry experience. Personalised checklists, spreadsheets, budgeting guides, timelines and MORE!

I am also happy to discuss any additional needs you may have, and any applicable costs to include them.

I eagerly perform ceremonies anywhere in Aotearoa New Zealand, but travel charges will apply for locations more than 25km from Christchurch Central.

NOTE: I typically accept new bookings 12 months in advance, but if you’re a keen bean whose big day is a bit further out, I’m still happy to have a chat and pencil you in.

Sound like your perfect match..?