10 Questions with Brian Fiore-Silfvast

Bound by Love: Brian Fiore-Silfvast, Wedding Officiant

Officiant - Brian Fiore-Silfvast

10 Questions with Brian Fiore-Silfvast

1. Introduction: What's your story?

Welcome! I am Brian Fiore-Silfvast, wedding officiant, and huge fan of love. By day, I oversee brand for a revolutionary clean tech company. The rest of my time is spent with my partner, dog art, home projects, cooking, gardening and appreciating all the world has to provide. As if that weren’t enough, I have this amazing career as a non-denominational wedding officiant. My specialty is really understanding your story of love and bringing the symbolism of union to life through ceremony and celebration

I have been licensed and ordained to marry couples in the states of Washington, Oregon, and California since 2010. I support all denominations with compassion, love and mindfulness.

Through my years of officiating I've learned that there is no right way or wrong way to celebrate your love and union–your way is the right way.

Customer service is very important to me so each question or concern will be thoroughly discussed, your phone calls returned and pertinent e-mails sent. Each time we meet, you'll feel taken care of and heard. Your ceremony vision will be brought to life no matter how you want it to be

All types of weddings!
Non-traditional, non-religious
Traditional, with religious undertones
Second time around? No fuss, just friends and family
LGBTQ wedding
Vow renewal
Intercultural with traditional customs added
Super short ~ let’s get the party started!
Sign documents only to make your marriage legal

I look forward to hearing from you.

2. What's your experience as a wedding officiant? How many weddings have your officiated?

I'm versed in love and have an array of different kinds of union ceremony experiences.

3. How far in advance do couples need to secure your services?

It really depends on the need. No less than 3 weeks.

4. How would you describe your officiant style?

My specialty is really understanding your story of love and bringing the symbolism of union to life through ceremony and celebration
Through my years of officiating I've learned that there is no right way or wrong way to celebrate your love and union–your way is the right way.

Customer service is very important to me so each question or concern will be thoroughly discussed, your phone calls returned and pertinent e-mails sent. Each time we meet, you'll feel taken care of and heard. Your ceremony vision will be brought to life no matter how you want it to be

All types of weddings!
Non-traditional, non-religious
Traditional, with religious undertones
Second time around? No fuss, just friends and family
LGBTQ wedding
Vow renewal
Intercultural with traditional customs added
Super short ~ let’s get the party started!
Sign documents only to make your marriage legal

5. What are your fees for officiating a wedding?

Depending on how hands-on you'd like me, my fee structure is on a spectrum from $250-$1,500, not including travel.

6. What do you wear when you officiate a wedding?

Suits!

7. How many pre-wedding sessions will the couple need to have with you?

However many they'd like. A rule of thumb is 4 to ensure all insight is gathered. My recommendation is for a more hands-on approach, requiring more interviews.

8. Will you be able to create a personalized ceremony?

Yes. However, on the lower end of my fee structure will include a slightly less personalized experience.

9. Are you available to travel if needed?

Yes. However, travel costs will need to be covered, assuming it is out of state and/or a destination wedding.

10. What is your cancellation and/or refund policy?

2 weeks' notice for cancellation. half of the total payment will be due if canceled after the agreement is made.

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