Beyond The Blackout

Written By Melva LaJoy Legrand

Beyond the Blackout was created by Melva and Margo Fischer of Bright Occasions to further move the needle by not only showcasing local black-owned, event-industry businesses, but also offering a networking opportunity to ensure that future projects, whether weddings or commercial events, are an equal mix of all the great talent in the DMV.

Melva LaJoy Legrand

Founder of LaJoy Plans. Writer. Speaker. Melva has more than two decades in the event planning industry. She is known for her love of people, high energy, tenacious work ethic, and unique perspective. This blog is her space to share the lessons she has learned in hopes that they'll be supportive of readers' journey.

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