Christina Maddox
Christina D. Maddox is the founder and owner of Heaven Sent Wedding Consultants & Travel Agency, a full-service boutique specializing in weddings, destination events, honeymoons, and international travel planning. With over 25 years of experience, Christina has successfully planned hundreds of weddings locally in the Tri-State/DMV area and more than 80 international destination weddings. She combines her expertise in event planning, travel advisory, and floral design to provide a seamless, stress-free experience for every client.
Christina’s professional philosophy centers on service, transparency, and faith. She approaches her work as a calling, striving to remove stress and simplify decision-making for clients while delivering extraordinary, personalized experiences. From Caribbean beach weddings to milestone celebrations, honeymoons, cruises, and international travel, Christina’s mission is to make every event memorable, meaningful, and flawlessly executed.
Her career began in meeting and event planning, including managing large-scale gatherings of over 2,000 attendees, before transitioning into weddings and destination events. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from Temple University and has earned multiple certifications, including Certified Wedding Planner, Certified Interior Designer, Certified Meeting Planner, and Certified Destination Wedding Expert. Christina is also the Delaware State Chapter Head for the International Association of Destination Wedding Professionals (IADWP) and represents resorts with several tourism boards.
Christina’s work has been widely recognized throughout her career. She has received awards such as the Global Destination Wedding Planner of the Year (2026), Philadelphia Wedding Planner of the Year, and The Knot’s Best of Weddings. She has also been inducted into the International Society of Female Professionals and Marquis Who’s Who in America. Her planning expertise and client-centered approach have been featured on Lifetime Television’s Get Married and in multiple publications.
Outside of work, Christina is committed to inspiring others through her faith-driven approach, dedication to service, and mentorship of aspiring wedding and event professionals. She continues to elevate her field by blending creativity, precision, and care, ensuring that each wedding or travel experience she plans is truly Heaven Sent.
• Certified Interior Designer
• Certified Wedding and Event Planner (CWP)
• Certified Global Meeting Planner (CGMP)
• Certified Wedding Planner
• Temple University - Bachelors of Art, Business Administration
• Inducted International Society of Female Professionals
• 2019 Award The Knots Best of Weddings
• Delaware Director - National Association of Bridal Consultants
• Destination Wedding Planner of the Year (Global Award for 2026)
• Marquis Who's Who (2022 and 2023)
• Martha Stewart Award
• International Association of Destination Wedding Professionals
What do you attribute your success to?
I attribute my success to my faith in God and a commitment to serving others. These guiding principles, combined with hard work, strong relationships, and a solid educational foundation, have shaped my career and allowed me to create meaningful, memorable experiences for my clients.
What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?
The best career advice I ever received came from my mother: “Get your paper.” She meant that obtaining a formal education and credentials would give me a durable foundation to build a successful career. That guidance has stayed with me throughout my professional journey and has been instrumental in everything I’ve accomplished.
What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?
My advice to young women entering this industry is to invest in your education — “get your paper” — because it provides a foundation that no one can take away. Take internships and mentorships seriously; seek every opportunity to learn and demonstrate a genuine desire to grow. Always maintain a service-first mentality: put your clients and the responsibility of planning their important life events at the forefront. Building a strong operational foundation through formal education, certifications, hands-on experience, and a dedication to serving others will set you up for long-term success.
What are the biggest challenges or opportunities in your field right now?
One of the biggest challenges in our field right now is the rising costs and budget constraints across hospitality — from food and flowers to materials — which can impact wedding and event budgets. At the same time, there are exciting opportunities, particularly with technology. I’m actively studying and pursuing certification in AI tools to increase efficiency and streamline planning. Additionally, leveraging my relationships with tourism boards allows me to provide unique experiences and added value for my clients.
What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
The values that guide me in both my work and personal life are faith, service to others, transparency, building strong relationships, and a commitment to continual learning. These principles shape the way I approach every wedding, event, and client interaction, ensuring that I provide thoughtful, meaningful, and trustworthy guidance while growing both personally and professionally.
Locations
Heaven Sent Wedding Consultants and Travel Agency LLC
4 Peddlers Row, Unit 1167, Newark, DE 19702
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