When the media requires an expert on weddings and special events, they call Joyce Scardina Becker. For nearly a decade, Joyce has authored numerous articles, appeared on television programs, and spoken at bridal and special event conventions.

Much of Joyce’s exposure to the media has been in her role as a spokesperson, where she is a sought-after personality. According to Julie Raimondi, Executive Editor of The Knot “…your talent, enthusiasm and business acumen are immensely valuable assets to The Knot.” As the Northern California Expert for TheKnot.com, the #1 wedding resource, Joyce dispenses valuable ideas and advice to the nearly-weds. Joyce also serves as a Contributing Editor for The Knot.com's affiliated magazine, Weddingpages, a wedding megasource.

Joyce teams up with ABC 7 Television as an on-air wedding resource and expert to help produce their Wedding Guide TV Specials. Since ABC7 launched their on-line Wedding Guide (www.abc7news.com), Joyce has been their Wedding Expert, answering questions from readers.

Joyce has been chosen by Leading Caterers of America as their expert on weddings. In a bi-monthly column that she writes for their website (www.leadingcaterers.com), Joyce provides valuable nuptial tips to couples and caterers alike.

Here is a summary listing of Joyce’s writings, presentations and quotes:

Published Articles

"Home for the Holidays," Today's Bride magazine, Fall 2003

"Setting the Tone: An In-Depth Look at Wedding Invitations," Leading Caterers of America website, May 2003

"Six Steps for Selecting the Perfect Reception Site," Leading Caterers of America website, March 2003

"Bella Italia," Today's Bride magazine, Winter 2003

"Emma & Rob's 'Bug' Wedding", The ABC7 Wedding Guide, December 2002

"Cost Saving Ideas For Your Wedding," The ABC7 Wedding Guide, March 2002

"Northern California Expert Q&A," Wedding Pages magazine, published semi-annually, Summer/Fall 2001, Fall/Winter 2001, Summer/Fall 2002, Fall/Winter 2002

"On This Day," Northern California Wedding magazine, Fall/Winter 1999

"Role Reversal," Northern California Wedding magazine, Fall/Winter 1997

"Life Cycles," Party & Paper Retailer magazine, April 1996

"CMP Fall Weekend Training Program," MPI Perspective, January 1996

"The Printed Word," Party & Paper Retailer magazine, January 1996

Speaking Engagements

"Pushing the Creative Envelope for Wedding Design," The Special Event 2004, Las Vegas, January 7, 2004

"Weddings of the World - Ethnic Symbols, Customs and Rituals," International Special Events Society, Northern California Chapter meeting, June 18, 2003

"Careers in Special Event Planning," The Learning Annex, April and July, 2003

"Wedding Design Techniques ¬ Tips for Creating Thematic Touches Throughout Your Wedding," An Engaging Affair, Hillsdale Shopping Center, February 23, 2003

"The ABC7 Wedding Guide," ABC7 Television (KGO), February 8, 2003

"Obtaining the Certified Special Event Professional Credential," The Hospitality Hoot, January 22, 2003

"Timing Is Everything," The Special Event 2003, Orlando, FL, January 10, 2003

"Designer Weddings," The Special Event 2003, Orlando, FL, January 9, 2003

"Wedding Design Tips," Wedding Styles Bridal Show, September 15, 2002

"The ABC7 Wedding Guide," ABC7 Television (KGO), April and July 2002

"Location, Location, Location," International Special Events Society, Northern California Chapter meeting, May 16, 2000

"California Weddings," International Special Events Society, Northern California Chapter meeting, June 16, 1998

"The Business of Weddings," The Special Event '98, Dallas, TX, January 1998

"Wedding Planning Tips and Trends," The Bridal Workshop, September 28, 1997

"How the Complete Coordination of a Wedding is Accomplished," Japan Travel Bureau Teikoku Bridal Tour, July 30, 1997

"Creating a Bridal Event For Your Business," Gourmet Fancy Food Show, February 1997

"Disaster Preparedness for Your Event," June Wedding Inc. National Conference, September 1995

Notable Quotes

"All in the Family," Modern Bride Northern California, Fall 2003

"Reception Q&A," Bride's magazine, Summer 2003

"101 Ideas for Your Wedding," WeddingBells magazine, Spring/Summer 2003

"Homeward Bound," Bride's magazine, March/April 2003

"Plan a Landmark Wedding," Bride's Guide, Spring 2003

"The Wedding Planner," San Francisco Chronicle Magazine, January 19, 2003

"The Gang's All (Trying to Get) Here," San Francisco Bride, Fall/Winter 2002

"Background Entertainment," Modern Bride Northern California, Summer 2002

"Only in California", WeddingPages magazine, Summer/Fall 2001

"Whose Wedding Is It, Anyway?" WeddingBells magazine, Spring/Summer 2001

"Details, Details," Bridal Guide magazine, January/February 2001

"Encore," San Francisco magazine, January 2001

"Style Counsel," San Francisco Chronicle, July 18, 2000

"Tracking the Trends," Modern Bride magazine, June/July 2000

"Theme Weddings: 'I Do' as I Please," San Francisco Examiner, March 27, 2000

"Common Sense Consulting," CitySearch website, February 2000

"Secrets to a Successful Celebration," WeddingBells magazine, Spring/Summer 2000

"City Hall Slow To Fill New Year's Eve Wedding Slots" , San Francisco Examiner, December 24, 1999

"Weddings in Wine Country," Northern California Wedding magazine, Spring/Summer 1999

"Indigenous Inspirations," WeddingBells magazine, Spring/Summer 1999

The Portable Wedding Consultant, by Leah Ingram, Contemporary Books, 1998

"City Styles," Modern Bride magazine, August/September 1998

"Falling Into Place," Northern California Wedding magazine, Fall/Winter 1998

"In Grand Style," Northern California Wedding magazine, Spring/Summer 1998

"The Wedding of the Century," Northern California Wedding magazine, Spring/Summer 1998

"Trips Down the Aisle Are Paved with Gold," San Francisco Business Times, October 9-15, 1998

Wedding Showers for Couples, by Pamela Thomas, 1997

Profile, San Francisco State University, College of Extended Learning, Fall 1996

"It was a pleasure to meet you at Gisela’s wedding last month. You did a wonderful job in coordinating the wedding; everything was beautiful."

Emily Fletcher
Martha Stewart Weddings magazine