About VAWP

Vermont ranks as a top romance and wedding destination in the US with over hundreds of thousands traveling to our beloved state to attend a wedding or to say “I do.” The trend in destination weddings is about selecting a location rich in heritage, history, beauty and romance. Vermont has all these, plus exceptional reception sites and talented professionals who are knowledgeable in the latest styles and trends.

Our Vermont Association of Wedding Professionals is a newly formed, not-for-profit organization dedicated to making the State of Vermont a first class wedding destination. Taking advantage of the wealth of beauty plus the amazing collection of wedding professionals in this state, our purpose is to brand Vermont as the ideal place to hold your celebration by providing beautiful venues with professional services delivered with the highest standards.

VAWP Board Members

Tim L. Piper, President - Inn at the Round Barn Farm

Krista Washburn, Vice President - Vermont Vows

John Crabbe, Treasurer - Vermont Tent Company

Shawnna Lea Young, Secretary - Topnotch Resort & Spa

Tom Bacon, Marketing Chair - Injoy Marketing

Newton Wells, Membership Chair  - Peak Entertainment Inc.

Janet Dunnington, Event Planning Chair - CEO Events

Maggie Barch, Catering Chair - Spice of Life Catering

Brenda Goodman, Reception Sites Chair - Stratton Mountain Resort / Intrawest

Fran Janik, Photography Chair - Fran Janik Photography                

Alex Bird, Ad Hoc - Marceau's Fine Foods / Inn at Idlewood

Curtis Rhodes, Ad Hoc - Curtis Rhodes Photography