Before I hired Nishaka, I experienced a lot of panic and overwhelming pressure because I was planning my first wedding and I was trying to do everything on my own. I was so afraid of forgetting something important. But once I had Nishaka as my wedding coordinator, I was able to relax because I knew […]

July 12, 2017

My first interaction with Nishaka was positive and absolute. I knew from our very first email correspondent that I absolutely wanted to work with her. I’ll never forget, I emailed her late one Friday night (a week after the proposal). She responded the same night while she was conducting an event (a wedding rehearsal, I […]

April 21, 2017

What emotions did you experience during the wedding planning process and the day of your wedding? Firstly, let me say that I am not a creative person. My husband has more of the creative eye. So, I knew the wedding planning process would be very stressful. The only aspect of my wedding that I was certain of was the colors I wanted […]

March 6, 2017

Recently, I have received several requests from Brides, who are looking for someone to handle the wedding rehearsal and day of coordination.  Over the years, I recognize that they are really looking for a wedding director, who can provide some day of coordination at a particular price.  This is a well needed service of course […]

January 30, 2017

“When I started my wedding planning process, I went back and forth with whether or not to hire a wedding planner. After talking with a couple of people that had gone through the process, I decided that a day of coordinator would be beneficial for our special day. I came across Events By Nishaka during […]

July 24, 2016

Nishaka Proctor and her Events by Nishaka team were an absolute dream to work with! From the moment I met Nishaka, I knew she would the perfect fit for my wedding. Her spirit is so genuine and her passion for weddings – and people in general – is evident throughout the entire process.  She understood […]

February 29, 2016

2015 (August) was my 8th year in business and WOW…what an amazing year!!!  I saw an awesome caption that stated…”2014 was Practice, 2015 was the Warm-up, and 2016 is GAME Time!”  OMG!!!   I’m scared and excited all at the same time!!!  Honestly, each year I learn so many new lessons in life and in […]

December 31, 2015

Not only did I have an awesome planner/coordinator, but I gained a friend as well. My wedding planner/coordinator took the time out to get to know me, so that made the business relationship more personable. I didn’t have to worry about anything.  All I had to do was show up!  Nishaka knew exactly what I […]

December 4, 2015

From the Photographer:  When Wedding Paper Divas contacted me to do a styled shoot for them, they gave me an open slate and told me to come up with something cool that would speak to a modern bride. Durham is one of the strongest up-and-coming cities in North Carolina. From DPAC, trendy restaurants, and endless […]

September 12, 2015

Once Terrance proposed, I was ready to start planning our wedding immediately. Within a week, I had our date set (May 2, 2015) and had purchased a wedding planning book. Within 2 weeks, I had a venue booked and the contract signed.     I knew that the wedding planning process was going to require a lot […]

August 10, 2015