The Finer Points

Nicole joined The Finer Points team in 2020 and has specialized in day of details and perfecting the art of a smooth planning process for our couples and works to help create their dream wedding day. Nicole obtained her Bachelor of Arts Degree in Event Management and minored in Social Media Marketing from High Point University where her love for event planning became her passion. She has an eye for design as well as keeping up with the latest trends for all things wedding related. She is a people person and loves the uniqueness that comes with every wedding. Clients describe her as having a calm and positive energy. Nicole is an asset to The Finer Points team.

Rachel graduated with a B.A. in communications from Penn State University. She has always loved anything creative. She worked at the Virgin Record Store in Times Square and interned for Martha Stewart, living in New York City on two separate occasions. She started her career on the film side of the business planning events for David Lynch and even assisted producers with the Oprah Winfrey show selecting the audience of super fans for her final season. From there she transitioned into corporate events, and worked on both small and large scale events including NATO Summits and Presidential Inaugural Balls. She has worked in corporate events for over a decade in a myriad of industries from private jets to printing; managing competing deadlines and all of the details that go into a successful event. She also has experience planning international events, having planned events in both Asia and Europe. Rachel is well traveled having visited 21 countries. She is no stranger to wedding planning having planned her own at home wedding during the COVID-19 pandemic. In her free time she enjoys hiking, traveling (both internationally and domestically), spending time with her family and their two standard poodles, Grace Kelly and Sophia Loren. She is certified in Exhibition Management. Rachel also volunteers as a business mentor for Empowered Women International for women who face economic and social challenges by seeking to empower them through entrepreneurship and workforce training. She assists with reviewing budgets, business plans, marketing and strategy as these entrepreneurs prepare to launch their business or take it to the next level. She was awarded the title of Rising Star by Smart Meetings Magazine in 2019. She has a vibrant personality that seems at times can’t be phased. Last minute changes are not a challenge for her. She has the ability to manage several details at once. Her experience in both sales and operations allows her to be a voice of reason and confidant for any bride and their family.

Victoria Lynn Brooks joined The Finer Points Coastal in 2020. Tori was born and raised in the coastal area and a native to the Outer Banks of North Carolina. She has a passion for events and loves the beauty in Coastal Weddings. Tori has a strong background in marketing and is a certified International Event and Wedding Professional (IEWP) and International Décor’ Professional (IEDP) through QE Event School awarded by the International Live Events Association (ILEA). Victoria is the Manager and Assisting Owner of “The Event Boutique” in Historic Corolla Village, NC open Spring of 2023. She uses her knowledge of the coastal area and trusted relationships with local vendors to create beautiful and memorable events. “The Event Boutique” is a retail entertaining store that is also a location for meeting The Finer Points Coastal clients in Corolla near Whalehead to discuss design and rentals for their event. Victoria’s creative eye and talented ability as well as attention to detail helps her make our client's wedding visions come to life. Clients have commented on Victoria’s professionalism, southern courtesy and ability to direct an event in complete organization with a calm disposition. Victoria is the wife to her high school sweetheart, and they have 2 children. Victoria is a wonderful leader for The Finer Coastal Team!