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Roya Soleimani Winner
Roya Soleimani Winner
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Based in Castro Valley, California, Winner Weddings by Roya is a bilingual wedding officiant specializing in multi-cultural ceremonies, Persian, American, and multi-cultural ceremonies. Roya Soleimani Winner is an ordained non-denominational minister through American Marriage Ministries and is authorized by the State of California to perform marriages through the Bay Area and Wine Country. Roya is delighted to work with you and your partner to create a ceremony that reflects your love story.

Experience

Roya Soleimani Winner has over a decade of experience working in technology and communications, and officiating weddings has become a beautiful and meaningful addition to her life. Roya also has a Master's degree in Middle Eastern studies from Georgetown University's School of Foreign Service and a Bachelor's in Political Science and Public Policy from the University of California, Berkeley. Furthermore, this passionate officiant also enjoys working with several community organizations, like the Iranian American Women's Foundation, to make a difference in the world.

Services Offered

Winner Weddings by Roya is honored to officiate your non-religious wedding ceremony or vow renewal. Through a detailed rehearsal, you and your significant other will leave feeling calm and confident for your special day. With a duration of 30 to 60 minutes, your wedding ceremony will be an event to remember.

What You'll Love About Winner Weddings by Roya

Couples have praised them for their professionalism, warmth, and meticulous attention to detail. They also appreciated their peaceful presence and collaborative approach. Check out the photo gallery for examples of their stunning work.

FAQ

Which of the following are included in the price of your wedding officiant services?

Ceremony Rehearsal

Does starting price include the ceremony rehearsal?

No

What is the starting price for ceremony rehearsals?

$250

What types of weddings and events do you provide services for?

Non-religious
Ceremony Rehearsal
Vow Renewal

What services do you provide?

Bilingual

What religious affiliations do you serve?

No Denomination

On average, how long are wedding ceremonies you officiate?

Less than 30 mins.
30-60 mins.

In which states are you licensed?

CA

What languages do you speak?

English

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Reviews of Winner Weddings by Roya

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Roya is highly praised by numerous reviewers for her exceptional officiating services at weddings, blending Persian and American cultures seamlessly and crafting personalized, meaningful ceremonies. Her professionalism, warmth, and expertise in cultural nuances shine through, creating unforgettable experiences for couples and guests alike. Roya's attention to detail, collaborative approach, and ability to connect with couples on a personal level make her a standout choice for those seeking a unique and heartfelt wedding ceremony.

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Roya is highly praised by numerous reviewers for her exceptional officiating services at weddings, blending Persian and American cultures seamlessly and crafting personalized, meaningful ceremonies. Her professionalism, warmth, and expertise in cultural nuances shine through, creating unforgettable experiences for couples and guests alike. Roya's attention to detail, collaborative approach, and ability to connect with couples on a personal level make her a standout choice for those seeking a unique and heartfelt wedding ceremony.

Shian
Shian Sent on 07/31/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Roya is amazing!

Roya was an amazing officiant. We worked together on the script and I was very involved in the edits, so it felt very much tailored to our story and very "us". She's great at balancing to make sure that different cultures are recognized, not just persian. We had sound issues during the ceremony but she dealt with it like a true professional and it felt seamless. We highly recommend Roya!
Natalie
Natalie Sent on 07/26/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Roya made our day magical!

Roya officiated our July wedding and did an amazing job!

From the first time we spoke with Roya we were impressed with how incredibly warm, well-spoken and empathetic she was. My husband and I instantly connected with her and felt that she was the perfect officiant to marry us. We loved how professional she was yet still easy to talk to. She made us feel comfortable and like we had known her for years.

She worked with us to create a beautiful script using a questionnaire which we both answered separately about our relationship. Her questionnaire was in-depth enough to pull the fun and special parts of our relationship out so she could highlight them without being overwhelming and feeling like homework. We also loved her flexibility in regards to writing scripts for secular (as was our case) and religious couples alike. She made our secular ceremony feel magical.

Our wedding wasn't exactly without it's challenges but Roya stepped up and made it look easy. About a week out from our wedding the worst happened; both my husband and I tested positive for covid. We were devastated but we knew we had to do the right thing and post-pone our celebration. We emailed our vendors and Roya responded with some kind words that really needed. She let us know she would work with us to find a new date, asked how we were doing, reassured us that we were making the right, albeit hard, choice and that if we ever just need to talk she was there for us. She was gentle and assuring in a time that was extremely chaotic for us which we can't overstate just how much that meant to us.

We also wanted to incorporate a traditional Celtic handfasting ceremony into our wedding which she wasn't initially familiar with. She let us know it would be her first handfasting but she would gladly do her research and make it beautiful. She was absolutely right! She really delivered and impressed us with the knowledge she had gathered and we actually learned a thing or two about the tradition! She had us hold hands and she wrapped our handfasting cord around our hands and had us remove our hands to pull the ends of the cord to create an infinity knot! We were extremely impressed with how it turned out.

During the rest of the ceremony she shared a few beautiful poems, excerpts from our questionnaire answers and wove it all together into a beautiful story of our relationship. After the ceremony we received so many compliments for our officiant and how beautiful of a ceremony it was thanks to Roya.

We are truly overjoyed with how our ceremony went and the script that Roya wrote for us. It felt like it was a script personal to the two of us and our relationship because it really was. We can't recommend Roya enough! If you're reading this HIRE HER! SHE IS AMAZING!

Alexis
Alexis Sent on 08/02/2023
5 out of 5 rating

The absolute best!

We feel so fortunate to have had Roya to officiate at our wedding. She is very professional, reliable, personable, friendly, caring and compassionate. Her calm and peaceful demeanor made our wedding a beautiful event and we had SO many of compliments from our friends and family. Roya guided us thoughtfully in preparing for our ceremony and was very empathic and considerate to all our needs and questions. Roya took the time to get to know us and our relationship to personalize our ceremony and tell our love story — the words were meaningful, and sincere…in short it was everything we could have ever wished for and more! Thank you Roya!
Sahar
Sahar Sent on 11/28/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Best officiant - able to convey our story and love and in two languages!

I am so glad we chose Roya to be our officiant for our wedding! She was the best. All my guests keep telling us how amazing our officiant was, and that it was the best wedding they have been to. My Persian grandmother keeps raving about how great Roya was! We had a multicultural wedding including Persian and Taiwanese cultures and she did an excellent job bringing those together and conveying mine and my husband's story and love for each other through the ceremony. She also took the time to look over our vows to make sure they had the same funny but sweet tone and it was all perfect. She flawlessly weaves Farsi and English together and very captivating. We highly recommend Roya for anyone looking for an officiant!
Zachery
Zachery Sent on 07/31/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Top tier service and professionalism

Roya was an exceptional officiant for our wedding. From the start, she made a genuine effort to get to know us on a personal level, crafting a ceremony that truly reflected our unique bond. Her ability to connect with our families added a special touch, making everyone feel included and cherished. Roya's calming presence created a serene atmosphere, helping to ease any pre-wedding nerves and allowing us to fully enjoy our special day. Her warmth, professionalism, and personal touch made our ceremony unforgettable. We couldn’t have asked for a better officiant to guide us through such a meaningful occasion.
Darius
Darius Sent on 10/26/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing wedding officiant!

I can't say enough great things about Roya. She flew from California to New York to lead our wedding ceremony. We had a mix of Persian and American attendees. She set such a beautiful foundation for the entire day/night by leading us in this ceremony and made sure we were happy with everything leading up to it. She is vibrant, present and powerful. She made us feel like family. We hope other couples have the opportunity to work with Roya and we highly recommend her and her services!
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Emma Sent on 07/23/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Wonderful Officiant for our Persian/American Ceremony

Roya was an excellent officiant! I immediately connected with her friendly nature in our first call and she made everything a breeze. It's clearly evident that she's a confident speaker and she delivered our ceremony like a pro. There were even a few challenges and unpredictable moments that she handled professionally and with ease. Thank you Roya for a wonderful ceremony!

Maryam
Maryam Sent on 11/12/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Our experience was excellent

Roya is an extraordinary wedding officiant. She made our special day truly unforgettable. Her professionalism, precision, punctuality, and unwavering politeness made a lasting impression from the moment we met her. What truly distinguishes Roya is her commitment to understanding our vision and tailoring the ceremony to perfection.

She orchestrated multiple pre-wedding meetings to ensure that every detail was planned and executed according to our desires. Roya's ability to articulate our emotions and love story with finesse during the ceremony was a true highlight. Her focus and positivity created an enchanting atmosphere, leaving our guests raving about the experience. We consider ourselves fortunate to have had Roya as our officiant, and we wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone in search of a warm, professional, and attentive officiant to make their special day unforgettable.
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Alanna Sent on 08/06/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing experience with Roya

Professional, polished, warm, and inviting. Guests raved at the experience!
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T Singh Sent on 08/06/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Thank you Roya!

Roya was one of the best vendors we hired for our wedding. We felt her professionalism, her way with words, and her commitment to illustrating the beauty of our relationship from our first conversation. She asked us the perfect questions, offering us a chance to reflect on our love for each other and focusing on what really matters, even in the midst of the stress and hustle of wedding planning. She helped us feel grounded, and focused on each other, throughout the planning process and even down to the last moment of our wedding ceremony. She had fantastic ceremony scripts and ideas ready to go, catering to the multi-cultural aspects of our wedding and our individual stories. And her attention to detail is just…*chef’s kiss.* As a lover of words, I knew I’d be heavy-handed in producing our ceremony script, and Roya was the perfect collaborator. She is the type of professional you want by your side for your wedding: thorough, thoughtful, and someone who takes complete ownership. She went above and beyond with details like word pronunciations and handled the post-wedding license submission process with our county registrar absolutely seamlessly. We couldn’t have asked for a better person to have played such a significant and spiritual part of our union as a couple. We are forever grateful.
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