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About Bright Occasions
Bright Occasions is a full service boutique event planning company. We have been planning and designing special events in the Washington, DC region and beyond since 2011.
Bright ideas and unique details, that make each event special to our clients, is what gets us excited to create and plan.
We believe the small personal touches and attention to detail make a beautiful and unforgettable celebration. Ultimately, helping our clients to plan a stress free and memorable occasions is why we do what we do!
Our clients remark that they trust us with their vision and enjoy working with us to plan their milestone moment. We put our clients first and the end result is always wonderful.
Washingtonian Weddings and Engaged Magazine have recognized us as a top event planning company. Our work has been seen in Washingtonian Weddings, Engaged, Martha Stewart Weddings, Modern Luxury Magazine, Style Me Pretty and many local and national publications.
Proud Member of DC Events Coalition and the National Live Events Coalition.
meet our Team
We are so lucky to have an amazing team who work tirelessly to make each event a success for our clients. It takes a village and these are just a few of the faces behind the scenes.
Margo Fischer
Owner, Event Planner & Designer
Margo Fischer is the owner of Bright Occasions, a full service event planning company specializing in bespoke weddings and milestone occasions. Margo brings a wealth of industry knowledge and hands on experience to her clients, from previous roles in corporate event planning and private event catering. She has a passion for curating unforgettable events. With a strong foundation in event planning and an impressive career in some of Washington, DC’s most prestigious venues, Margo boasts over 14 years of expertise in the event industry. In addition to helping couples and families, Margo has worked on community events such as the annual Art in Bloom museum experience and gala reception at Anderson House. And she co-produced the Beyond the Blackout series to highlight diversity and inclusivity within the event industry and is currently co-producing the Head Table Event Planner networking luncheons to create a space for event planners to gather, mingle and learn from one another.
Margo has been named a top event planner by Washingtonian Magazine and Engaged Magazine. She has had work featured by Martha Stewart Weddings, Style Me Pretty, Washingtonian, Modern Luxury and Engaged Magazine among other publications. Margo is celebrated for her serene and decisive approach, which clients adore. Her unwavering attention to detail ensures that every aspect of your event is executed flawlessly.
During her free moments, Margo enjoys long walks, visiting art museums, and cherishing quality moments with her loved ones. Margo resides in Silver Spring, Maryland with her husband Dave and their two young children.
Graduate of: American University
From: New Hartford, NY
Favorite things: Spending time with family, travel, summer, Italian food and romantic comedies
Favorite part of wedding day: Seeing all the details come together and witnessing the couple exchange their vows.
Go to drink: Champagne
Caitlyn Zettle
Event Associate
Graduate of: Cleveland State University
From: Willoughby, Ohio
Favorite things: Spending time with my dog, family and friends. Listening to audio books/true crime podcasts. Exploring the city and traveling is always a favorite of mine!
Favorite part of wedding day: Dinner and dancing. It is very rewarding seeing the day come together and I love seeing couples celebrate with family and friends.
Go to drink: Typically a glass of Pinot Noir but I love a Moscow Mule during the warmer months.
RHIANNON SWANSON
Event ASSOCIATE
Graduate of: University of Guelph, Ontario, Canada
From: Montreal
Favorite things: In my downtime I like to be active outdoors, cook, spend time with my son & pup and traveling.
Favorite part of wedding day: Watching the happy couple walk back down the aisle as they are just married- there’s always an air of triumph!
Go to drink: Coffee with Bailey’s (hot or cold!)
HALEY MCCLELLAND
Event Assistant
Graduate of: University of South Carolina
From: Bethesda, MD
Favorite things: traveling, skiing, reading Jodi Picoult novels, SEC football (go Gamecocks!) & Italian food
Favorite part of wedding day: The moments of anticipation and excitement right before the ceremony. And when the bride or groom can share a special moment with their parents.
Go to drink: A glass of Chianti Classico. I love all things Italian!
Nicole Forth
Event Assistant
Graduate of: Georgia State University
From: Miami, FL
Favorite things: Family, Music, Math, Calligraphy
Favorite part of wedding day: Reciting the vows
Go to drink: Grey Goose and Red Bull
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