Toastmasters can add a little extra “pomp” to your wedding day whether you’re planning a very formal occasion or not.
Proposing a “toast” at large celebrations, dates back as far as the 17th Century and a toastmaster (or MC for Master of Ceremonies) has played a large part in social events for centuries since.

There are a great deal of benefits for the bride and groom to have a toastmaster at the wedding. Not only does a professional toastmaster look fantastic in their ceremonial outfit, normally consisting of a red tail-coat, which instantly adds splendor to any wedding.
Professional toastmasters have plenty of experience in formal occasions, and are experts when it comes to wedding etiquette – they ensure you receive smooth running of the day while they discreetly go about their business without over-shadowing anyone.
The toastmaster will ensure all members of the wedding party fulfill their roles throughout the day in the correct order, without any hiccups or embarrassment for them.

When hiring a professional toastmaster, check to see if they belong to one of the local or national professional bodies or toastmasters.
Here are just some of the professional organisations you would find :

* Federation of Professional Toastmasters
* Guild of Professional Toastmasters
* Association of the UK School of Professional Toastmasters
* Institute of Toastmasters of Great Britain
* Independent Toastmasters Association

A professional wedding toastmasters duties on your wedding day, may include :

* Greeting the Bridal Party upon their arrival at the wedding venue.
* Assembling the receiving line for the new Bride & Groom to greet their wedding guests.
* Announcing the Bride and Bridegroom into the wedding meal, and escort them to the top table, if required announces grace.
* Organising and announcing the cutting of the Wedding Cake.
* Announces speeches introducing each speaker, and toasts and assists with presentations.
* Also make any other announcements that may be required, relaying messages, handles any issues with the venue and copes with the unexpected !
* Continually liaising with everyone to ensure smooth running of the reception, enabling the Bridal Party to enjoy their occasion.

Many wedding parties feel that a professional toastmaster removes a lot of the responsibility from them on the wedding day.
The best man, or father of the bride may already be nervous about making their speech and will not have to contend with announcing the order of the day to the guests as well. The bride and groom do not want to have to worry about the clock on their special day, the toastmaster will ensure that everything runs according to the timetable.

So, if you’re looking for a wedding day with less stress, and would like to add a little extra sparkle to your day, then look no further then hiring a professional toastmaster.

Happy Wedding Planning !