Jo is a modern celebrant and natural communicator warm, witty and approachable. Writing unique and beautiful ceremonies, storytelling, and stylish presentation are at the heart of her service.

Jo trained and qualified as a celebrant through AUT with Mary Hancock. Her background includes four decades experience as a communication teacher, actor, presenter and speaker professionally and as a community leader.

Jo draws on her work in public relations and belongs to the New Zealand Celebrants Association.

Jo Smith - Mobile 021 79 66 75

ASB, Cert. Celebrant Stds (AUT), CANZ, LDI

Registered Marriage & Civil Union Celebrant



TESTIMONIALS

A MASSIVE thank you for making our day so wonderful.Your 'way' with bride, children, family members and the beautiful service played a huge part in making our day extra special. We both loved every minute of the ceremony and received so many compliments afterwards on how lovely it was.

Your words throughout the ceremony were awesome So many people have commented that it was the best wedding they had attended. Thank you for guiding us on this journey. The ceremony was moving and a strong vivid memory. Craig and Julian

Thank you so much for our service last weekend. Thank you so much for making our wedding day so special. We had so many comments on the service. People thought it was brilliant. They really enjoyed the stories and how you brought it all together. Rachelle & Dan.

Thank you for your guidance and support. You made our Civil Union so special - we will remember it always. Dee & Char.

Thank you for the wonderful job you did. It was an amazing service and we had nothing but compliments from people all day. You listened to what we wanted and were so helpful and friendly every step of the way. Mike & Tracey.



We had a wonderful day. You were absolutely fabulous. We are so happy we had you as our celebrant. Quite a few people came and asked us who you were because they thought you'd done such a wonderful job. To Perry and I you made it a very special day. Thank you so much. Brenda

Thank you so much for Saturday. We had the most fabulous time, we have ticked the day as perfect. We thoroughly enjoyed everything about the service it met our family circumstances brilliantly. We would never have got this without all your help and efforts meeting our requirements. You are fantastic. Regards Sarah & Brendan

In every respect, Jo proved herself to be the absolutely right celebrant. It was a wonderful, warm and personable funeral. Mary Shanahan



Jo has integrity, mana and maturity. She is gracious and brings with her warmth, kindliness, style and a sense of occasion. Robyn Wynne-Lewis, Leadership Development Specialist, Core Consulting.



Jo makes people feel secure and in safe hands. Andrea Taaffe



Jo is a careful listener. Craig McAlpine



Jo takes great care to craft her language and tone around the occasion. Julia Masters, Director, Creative Design Advertising .



Jo works with passion, sensitivity and empathy. David Coddington, Associate Director, South Seas Film & Television School