May 7th, 2020 at NOIR!!! More info to come. 

Check out Elite Daily's article on "How Much Does It Cost To Get Married On Valentine's Day? Let's Break It Down" where Apryl provides some helpful tips on planning your special day on the Day of Love!

Elite Daily called upon Apryl Roberts to provide her take on bringing a casual date as your wedding guest in their article “Can You Bring Someone You're Casually Dating To A Wedding? Here's The Etiquette On Plus-Ones.”  Check out the article here. 

Elite Daily recently published an article entitled "The Cost Of A Destination Wedding Depends On These 4 Factors."  As Apryl Roberts is a certifed destination wedding specialist for may countries, who else would be better to provide cost-saving tips for that special day in paradise!  Click here to read the article.

MEBA had the opportunity to assist Tidewater Friends of Foster Care present their annual Foster Care Aware Block Party, managed by The KBD Group.  WTKR News 3 captured some details regarding the event which brings awareness to the need of foster care parents and the care system.  Click here to learn more.

Our very own Apryl Roberts continues to share her wedding knowledge with Elite Daily readers.  In their latest article, "5 Ways To Make Old-Fashioned Wedding Traditions Feel Totally Modern & Meaningful." Apryl provides tips on how you can stay true to some nuptial traditions while adding your own personal touch.  Click here to read the article.  

Apryl Roberts shared her experience with a demanding client and the bizarre request they made for their event.  Check out the article "Wedding Planners Reveal Their Most Challenging Requests From Couples..." over on Elite Daily.  Check it out by clicking here.

Apryl Roberts was a featured contributor for Elite Daily's article entitled "6 Dreamy Wedding Ideas From The Wedding Planners Who Created Them."  She shares one of her most recent wedding design and elements that was absolute FAB!  Click the link here to read all about it as well as stories from other planners.

MEBA couple featured on Munaluchi Bridal. Check out Ellen & Darnell’s “ Meet the Flossers” wedding by clicking here. 

Our founder, Apryl Roberts, shared her knowledge of British weddings with Urbo.com in their latest article “6 Differences Between British and American Weddings.”  Check it out by clicking here. 

Apryl was interviewed by Shod Harris for the YouTube series The Process Conversations.  The topic was "Knowing and living your brand."  Click the link to see why your brand is so important as an entrepreneur.  

Our memorable couple, Andrea and Marcus, are featured on Munaluchi Bride Magazine. Check out photos from their beautiful garden wedding by clicking here. 

I guess our own Apryl Roberts can be looked upon as a minor authority on Royal weddings as she’s contributed to yet another article detailing royal wedding traditions. This time the emphasis is on the cake! Check on the article by clicking here. 

In anticipation of the royal wedding of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, Apryl Roberts provided old-fashioned wedding traditions to Bustle.com.  Apryl provided traditions that all brides may want to consider incorporation in their non-royal ceremonies.  Please take a look at the article by clicking here.

Apryl Roberts was featured in I AM Me magazine for their March/April 2017 issue which celebrated Women's History Month.  Check out the article by clicking here.

Our August couple’s Wedding has been featured on MunaLuchi Bride Magazine. Their Nigerian wedding is the first December feature and shows how this beautiful couple combined their Nigerian culture with southern elegance. The feature may be viewed by clicking here. 

The New Journal and Guide Newspaper feautured our client, Journey for Success, Legendary Pearls Gala in their publication.  The Legendary Pearls Gala acknowledged and awarded five area women for their roles as single mothers. Please check out the article by clicking here. http://thenewjournalandguide.com/tag/legendary-pearls-gala-awards/

The Rebel Society has featured Apryl Roberts on the Nu Society feature of their site. Learn more about Apryl and some unique things that you may not have known by clicking here.

Apryl Roberts is featured in an interview for EventInterface. Check it out here. 

Apryl Roberts served as a panelist for the International Live Events Associaton (ILEA) Hampton's Roads Chapter's August meeting focusing on Multicultural Weddings and Events.  The event was held on August 16, 2017 at the lovely Norfolk Botanical Gardens.  She was joined by felow panelists Antonia (Missy) Christianson of Antonia Christianson Events and Dr. Marsha Staples of True Good Companies, LLC. and provided engaging insight into the planning of weddings and events with a multicultural emphasis.  Topics included but were not limited to event traditions, how to increase opportunities to provide services for multicultural events, and trends.

 We have the opportunity of contributing  to an article regarding bridal seating charts on SheFinds.com. We shared two helpful tips that you can see by clicking here. 

Last week, we had the opportunity to be a guest on the Conversations with Creamer podcast. I really enjoyed speaking with Alison and our conversation extended well past the recording. Take a listen by clicking here. 

Apryl recently served as a contributor to Planning Pod Blog on an article about Event Sponsorship. Check out the article by clicking here. 

Our clients, the former Stephanie L. Sutton and Joseph Walters were featured in the social section of the New Journal & Guide newspaper.  Their wedding took place on November 19, 2016 at the Chrysler Museum of Art and was definitely a memorable event.  Take a look at the article by clicking here.

Apryl was recently a special guest on the Conquering Dreams podcast. On the show, she discusses how she overcame the obstacles of being a teen mom to eventually creating her own event production company. The podcast is available on iTunes and SoundCloud and may be heard by clicking here. 

The World Wide Women Group presented a town hall inspired panel focused on starting the conversation amongst women about our traditional roles and progressive thoughts.  It was centered around the questions of where are we now and what does our future looks like.

Last evening, Apryl Roberts awarded the Executor Award from the World Wide Women Group at their annual The Royal Soiree.  The soiree is the event for the presentation of the Influenc-her Awards.  The Exector award is awarded to women who are trailblazers in their line of work an who fearlessy make things happen. 

The event, which was held at the Slover Library in Downtown Norfolk, also honored women philanthropists, those who contribute to education in the school systems, emerging leaders as well as women who excel in all of the aforementioned categories.  This event is a part of the Return to Royalty initiative for the organization.

Return to Royalty is the only 2 day rally built to shatter the barriers separating women from all genres of life. It has been intrinsically designed to present an atmosphere of excitement, support, and common ground amongst women who have carried burdens alone for too long.  Return to Royalty is the coronation for all women who have been stripped of their eminence due to life’s events. Every year we challenge ourselves to make this event engaging, beneficial, and life changing for all the women and their children who attend.

Once again our clients', Jessica and Sean, wedding is in the spotlight.  This time is is Sean's reception surprise to his lovely bride that is the center of attention!  The surprise choreographed dance routine that the groom prepared for his elated bride is featured on Munaluchi Bride.  Click here to see the feature and video.

Apryl Roberts, owner of Memorable Events by Apryl, LLC, has been nominated for a 2016 Influenc-Her Award in the category of Business (Executor Award). These awards are presented by the Worldwide Women's Group, Inc. and are designed to highlight amazing women across the country who are trailblazers in their sphere of influence. 

Voting will begin at 12 PM on 9/1/16 and conclude at 12 PM on 9/11/16.  The community may vote for nominees in each category by visiting the following link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/63PVQBM

The winners will be announced at The Royal Soirée gala which will be held on Friday, September 30, 2016 at the Slover Library in Norfolk, VA. 

Eight wedding planners which included our own, Apryl Roberts, provided planning advice to brides on Elite Daily.  In the article entitled "8 Wedding Planners Reveal Everything Brides Do Wrong Before Their Big Day", Apryl and her industry colleagues provide brides with tips on things to consider while planning for their big day.  You may view the article by clicking here.

Today our clients', Jessica and Sean, wedding was featured on The Coordinated Bride Bridal Blog.  The wedding, which took place over the Memorial Day Weekend was definitely a labor of love.  It was a just working with this couple and becoming extended family with them.  Please check out the blog by clicking the link above and let us know what you think!

Apryl D. Roberts concludes her term as International Live Events Association (ILEA)  Hampton Roads Chapter on July 1, 2016.  ILEA is the principle association representing the World's largest community of creative event professionals globally.  The transition into a new board term was celebrated at the recent Diamond Gala which was held at Cypress Point Country Club.  The new president will be Nicole Johnson of Montero's Restaurant.  Apryl will continue to serve on the ILEA Hampton Roads Board in the executive position of Immediate Past President. 

Apryl was a guest of Old Dominion University Alumni Association for a Dinner & Discussion with alumni in media. Students learned how to prepare for a career after ODU. They heard first-hand from ODU grads about their experiences. Other guest panelists included .Sarah Hill, Sr. Producer at WAVY-10; Noel Gramlich, Dir. of Special Events for Downtown Norfolk; Sarah Miller, Marketing Coordinator for HDR, and more.

On June 23, 2015 Apryl Roberts was inducted as the 2015-2016 International Special Events Society (ISES) Hampton Roads Chapter President.  ISES is the principle association representing the World's largest community of creative event professionals globally.  The Diamond Gala event was held at Norfolk Botanical Gardens and attendend by a Who's Who in the Hampton Roads events community. 

Memorabe Events by Apryl's tablescape design was featured on Tidewater and Tulle.  Apryl shares with readers on how she developed the idea to create the "Ethnic Fusion" tablescape.  You may read the article by clicking here. 

The "Backyard Winter Rustic Chic" stylized shoot is featured on The Chic Brown Bride.  This shoot was shot in Apryl's backyard in over a foot of snow!  Check out photos from this fun winter shoot by clicking here.

Do you own a pontoon or deck boat and love to entertain?  Well if so, you will want to check out the article that Memorabe Events by Apryl is featured in the article providing tips on hosting parties on these small vessels.  To see tips on how to stay afloat while hosting a party on the seas, click here.

Apryl provided tips to The Virginian Pilot newspaper on how to make weddings a memorable experience for your little guests. Check out the article here. 

Apryl Roberts is featured in 944 Magazine in their inaugural Wedding Issue.  Apryl alongside celebrity planner, Donnie Brown, discuss stories of dealing with Bridezillas and how to properly plan for the special day to avoid some of the tantrums in the article "Wedding Planner Confessions."  The magazine may be purchased in the following markets: Atlanta, Dallas, Detroit, Las Vegas, Los Angeles, Miami, Orange County, Phoenix, San Diego, San Francisco.

Apryl Roberts was selected as a commentator for local ABC affiliate 13 News Now's 2014 Live Oscar Night Party Live Chat and Blog.  The event was hosted by Channel 13's Naoma Doriguzzi and included guest bloggers from the Hampton Roads area that shared their thoughts and opions on Oscar Night! 

Our "Love Is Sweet" design is featured in Premier Bride Magazine. This Cotton candy-themed  tablescape will make you swoon!

In this article, 15 entepreneurs share their New Year's Resolutions.  What resolutions have you made for the upcoming year?  View the online version here.

The Virginian Pilot newspaper showcased the tablescape designs of members of the Hampton Roads Chapter of the International Special Events Society (ISES) during their annual Fork & Knife and Tabletop Competition. Click http://pilotonline.com/life/setting-tables-all-dressed-up-and-no-party-to-go/article_97523ef3-aa72-58aa-9f93-8b23b30856d0.html to check out the article. 

Apryl Roberts was name by Creme Magazine as one of the Top Entrepreneurs to watch in 2012!  This list consisted of 8 entrepreneurs from around the country and included interviews from the different business owners to find out how their businesses came to fruition, what makes them unique in the marketplace, and where they see their businesses in 5+ years!

Apryl Roberts was featured in an article on American Express Open Forum entitled "6 Ways to Rebrand Using Social Media."  In the article, she shares her own personal tip on how she was able to rebrand her business after 8 years.  Click here to read some of those tips.