A UH graduate, and raised by an entrepreneurial father, it was only natural for Claudia to follow in the same footsteps. Now, Claudia is owner and lead planner of the award-winning wedding and special events planning boutique, A Day To Remember. After twelve years, Claudia and her team continue to plan some of the most beautiful weddings, in Houston and abroad, with no signs of stopping. 

With Claudia’s leadership, A Day To Remember was voted Top 10 Best Wedding Planners by CityVoter/Click2Houston in 2009, voted Best Wedding Planner by CityVoter/Click2Houston for 2010 and awarded Top 10 Best Wedding Planner in Texas for 2012 by Wedding Industry Experts. In addition, A Day To Remember was awarded The Knot’s Best Of Wedding Planner for 2011 and was The Knot’s Editor Pick. 

“I can't imagine myself doing anything else. The joy we bring to our clients when all the planning details come together is our biggest reward! What other job will allow you to have your perfect wedding every weekend? We love that we can live vicariously through our brides and select the perfect dress, the perfect floral pieces and the most perfect invitations? We get just as excited as our couples 

Claudia has been featured on CNN, KTRK-13, KXLN-45 and KTMD-48. A Day To Remember weddings have been published in prestigious wedding magazines including: Get Married, The Knot, Weddings in Houston, Brides-Houston, and Modern Luxury Brides. In addition, A Day To Remember weddings have been featured in Essence Magazine-Online, The Bride’s Café and Style Me Pretty. 

During her spare time, Claudia enjoys reading murder mysteries; spend time with friends at local coffee shops in the Heights and sleep! 

Several of our members donated thier time and services on Tuesday, November 20 to volunteer at the Ronald McDonald House Houston. Our team prepared, served and entertained the kids and families that currently live at the remarkable facility. Thanks again to all that participated for yet another successful community service project. 

View our NACE Houston Facebook Page to see more images from this project

We would like to give special thanks to the following:

Jenny Hernandez for organizing the entire meal with Chef Brian Shumaker from Sheraton Suites Houston Near the Galleria.

Martin Foods for donating all non-produce food items for the meal.

Hardies Produce for donating the produce for the meal.

Roland’s Swiss Pastry for donating the dessert.

Weddings in Houston for donating all the paper goods for the meal.

Doubletree Suites by Hilton Houston by the Galleria for donating the beverages.

Omni Houston Galleria for providing ice for beverages.

On Site Sitters for providing the children’s crafts.

Michael’s Cookie Jar for donating the edible craft.

DJU Production for providing the DJ and Photo Booth.

D Jones Photography for providing the photos and posting our event on social medias.

All Volunteers for their time.

Please welcome the newly elected Directors to the Houston Chapter Board!

Programs Director - Claudia De Valesco, A Day to Remember

Marketing/Communications Director - David Jones, CPP, D. Jones Photography

Community Service Director - Misty Schneider, The DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Houston by the Galleria

Student Relations Director - Brittany Talavera, The Houstonian Hotel, Club & Spa

Fundraising Director - Cherie Fontenot, The Petroleum Club of Houston

Recruitment Director - Lisa Carruth, CPCE, Braeburn Country Club  (not pictured)

Click the image below to download the November Membership Special renewal form.