About WeddingPioneer

Welcome to Wedding Pioneer, where your journey to the perfect wedding day begins. Our story dates back to the days when our founder, the esteemed wedding photographer Kyle Rowland, was capturing magical moments in St. Louis. Driven by a passion for authenticity and excellence, Kyle sought to create a platform that would do more than showcase his work — he wanted to share the spotlight with other exceptional photographers whose work he admired and trusted. 

Thus, Wedding Pioneer was born, initially as a close-knit referral network where only the best photographers were handpicked to ensure couples received the highest quality of service and artistry for their special day.

As time went by, Wedding Pioneer evolved, and while Kyle stepped away to explore new horizons, his ethos remained deeply rooted in our mission. Today, Wedding Pioneer is your comprehensive guide to crafting the wedding of your dreams. We’ve blossomed into a multi-faceted platform that takes pride in connecting couples with a curated selection of the best wedding vendors, venues, and planning advice.

Our team of seasoned wedding experts, each a pioneer in their respective field, brings a diverse set of insights to help you navigate the beautiful journey that wedding planning is. Looking for a storybook venue, the latest in wedding decor trends, or resources to plan the perfect honeymoon? Wedding Pioneer has you covered. We’re here to ensure that every element of your wedding resonates with the unique and pioneering spirit you bring as a couple.

So embark on this adventure with us — where love, creativity, and expertise meet to turn your wedding dreams into reality. With Wedding Pioneer, your happily ever after starts here.

Wedding Pioneer Today

Today, Wedding Pioneer is run by Jake and Sarah, a husband and wife team based in Ohio. Jake is a travel agent and Sarah just loves weddings! If you want to get in touch, send us an email at [email protected] and we’d be happy to help. 

See below for the rest of our amazing writers and contributors: 

Meet Our Team

The writers, planners, and creatives behind Wedding Pioneer.

Megan R.

Megan R.

Wedding planner from the Pacific Northwest, helped 200+ couples nail the timeline

Ashley B.

Ashley B.

Recently married on a tight budget, writes about the real money side of weddings

Hannah L.

Hannah L.

Hopeless romantic who writes about ceremonies, vows, and meaningful traditions

Stephanie B.

Stephanie B.

Writer & editor in Vancouver BC, planned her wedding in 2 months during Covid

Sarah T.

Sarah T.

Wedding enthusiast, happily married since 2007

Melinda C.

Melinda C.

Wedding planner & event stylist

Mandy L.

Mandy L.

Married Minnesotan living in Singapore

Lauren S.

Lauren S.

British wedding celebrant & freelance writer

Kristen D.

Kristen D.

Freelance writer & photographer in North Carolina

Kelley S.

Kelley S.

Adventure elopement photographer turned writer

Grace S.

Grace S.

Bridal stylist & venue marketing manager

Eva J.

Eva J.

Venue & honeymoon destination expert

Briaughna A.

Briaughna A.

Educator turned wedding writer & executive assistant

Andy H.

Andy H.

London-based, 10+ years in wedding press

Andrea P.

Andrea P.

Romance novelist & wedding singer

Amanda A.

Amanda A.

Freelance writer based in Halifax, Nova Scotia