of Illuminating Ceremonies

Chris Shelley turns the traditional wedding ceremony on its head, creating hilarious, personalized, couple-specific love stories. Since 2011, he has been using his theatrical training and years of performing experience to captivate wedding guests, turning the ceremony into the highlight of the evening. Chris is a Certified Life-Cycle Celebrant and author of the book Best. Ceremony. Ever. (W.W. Norton).

Chris performs ceremonies through his company, Illuminating Ceremonies. He has officiated weddings on The Rachael Ray Show and has presided over the occasional memorial service, including one for a diplomat at the U.N. and one for Joan Rivers' dog. Chris regularly speaks at industry education events such as Wedding MBA in Las Vegas and American Marriage Ministries' Officiant Accelerator series. He currently splits his time between New York City and Cincinnati.

Chris will be instructing the 6/9 and 7/7 sessions.

of Ceremonies by Lori

Lori isn't just an event professional — she's a storyteller of love. As the creative force behind Ceremonies by Lori, she transforms wedding ceremonies into unforgettable experiences. With a passion for curating celebrations that reflect the unique essence of each couple, Lori has become a trusted name in the event industry.

Lori was first ordained in 2011 and continued her education to become an ordained Rabbi in June 2013 through American Marriage Ministries. Lori is a Humanist Celebrant through The Humanist Society, dedicated to crafting ceremonies that reflect the values and beliefs of each couple she serves. Lori has previously participated as a featured educator with AMM's Officiant Accelerator seminars, and is the author of AMM’s Ceremonies With Integrity: A Guide to Ethical Officiating. 

Lori will be instructing the 6/16 and 7/14 sessions.

of RomCom Weddings

Nico Raineau is "The Romantic Comedy Wedding Officiant!" With over fifteen years of experience in Hollywood as a film director and romantic comedy writer, he leverages his unique skill set to create unforgettable ceremonies that are hilarious, heartfelt, and entirely original. Nico began his Los Angeles-based officiating business, RomCom Weddings, in 2022. Since then, he has built RomCom Weddings into a reputable, rave-worthy business with an emphasis on hospitality and experiential entertainment, elevating the ceremony to the highlight of every celebration.
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Nico was ordained by American Marriage Ministries and is a Certified Professional Wedding Officiant through the International Association of Professional Wedding Officiants (IAPWO).

Nico will be instructing the 6/23 and 7/21 sessions.

of Put a Ring on it Dallas

Texas Wedding Officiant Latrice Roman is known for crafting bespoke and heartfelt ceremonies that reflect the unique love stories of each couple. Her inclusive business, Put a Ring on it Dallas!, offers a small elopement venue, fun photos, and a wide range of wedding packages and services, to ensure a cute, affordable, and memorable wedding ceremony. Latrice was ordained by American Marriage Ministries and has been officiating since 2018.

Beyond her role as an officiant, Latrice brings a wealth of experience as a former Army Instructor, guiding and mentoring individuals to success in both their businesses and careers through her officiant coaching business Your Favorite Wedding Officiant. 

LaTrice will be instructing the 6/30 and 7/28 sessions.