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Saturday, February 28, 2009

Who is David Tutera?

By Rebecca Odenkirk

With one customer, David Tutera opened his first event planning business at the tender age of nineteen. He was mentored by his grandfather who was a successful florist.

David's face began appearing on television and in print. He was featured on Oprah, The Today Show, and Paula's Party. Magazines such as Redbook, In Style, The New York Times and The Wall Street Journal also presented David's advice.

As the author of "America Entertains", "Big Birthdays", "The Party Planner", and "A Passion for Parties", David tackled the next step of his career. Many parties have been planned from these books.

Living in New York and maintaining offices in Manhattan and Mamaroneck, New York keeps David busy. His clientele list includes Elton John, Barbara Walters, Star Jones, Susan Lucci, and Jennifer Lopez. David has planned post Grammy parties and charity events for DIFFA (Design Industries Foundation Fighting Aids),Prevent Cancer Foundation, The Alzheimers Association, and The Nature Conservancy.

Awards have been given to David Tutera by Modern Bride Magazine as one of the top twenty-five Trendsetters of the Year, and by Life and Style Magazine for being the Best Celebrity Wedding Planner of the year.

Conde Nast hired David to lecture on weddings, lifestyle, design, and more.

The Party Planner on the DIY network was David's first televion series. Now he hosts My Fair Wedding on We T.V..In this show he brings imagination and innovation to the brides dream wedding. His sensitivity helps him to create a day that she and the groom will never forget.

Floral Design- by D.T. STEM is David's latest venture. This full service retail floral and gift boutique is located in The Plaza Retail Collection on 5TH Avenue. He has a second Location at Spice Road at Trump Taj Mahal in Atlantic City.

What is next for David? Stay tuned. Following his advice is a good idea for any bride- to-be.

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