Veranda Elegant Events

Wedding Rehearsal & Dinner

Wedding Day

Ceremony

Cocktail Hour

Reception

Our Wedding

We met at the Lakeside church in Oakland, FL where we both serve. It was the classic boy meets girl... over coffee. I was running late that morning so decided to get a coffee at the cafe and slip in to service after the singing was over. After placing my order and standing off to the side to patiently wait I heard a voice say I hope you have seats in there cause its pretty crowded. Hmm who is speaking to me? I turned to lock eyes with the most handsome man I had ever seen. We began talking and I found out he had come to Christ 13 weeks before and was getting baptized the next week. Congratulations, thats the best decision you can ever make. I promise I wont miss it. We exchanged numbers and when I finally went inside to sit next to my mom I leaned over and said Mom, I met someone. And the rest is history...

Brittany's POV (the truth):

It was my first day on the Safety Team at Lakeside, and I was really excited to serve on my very first Sunday day at Church. I was assigned to watch over the area next to the coffee shop. That is when I noticed this beautiful girl, headed to the Sermon, waiting on her coffee by the stand.We made eye contact not once, twice, but three times. Each time with her looking back. At that point I decided to walk up to her and strike a conversation. The rest of what she said above is true. I knew this would be a start to something great.

Dan's POV (the real truth): 

Dan and Brittany will live in Clermont, FL following the wedding. Dan has established himself as a successful personal trainer servicing clients in Bella Collina and surrounding areas specializing in pain and injury recovery. He is also in the process of completing his CSCS certification.Brittany recently started a travel business and is now a destination concierge curating customized travel itineraries for both domestic and international travel. While not pursuing their business endeavors they both work for a government contracting firm that offers healthcare services to Veterans. Dan is a business development manager and Brittany is a talent acquisition specialist.

Our Story

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Tiffany, I love you so much.  I have never known life without you and cannot thank you enough for always being there for me.  You are the best sister a girl could ask for!

Tiffany Knighton

Mai, we have been best friends since freshman year! You say we met in Biology but I say we met in Gym.  Regardless we have been besties since then and I am so thankful you agreed to stand with me on my most special day!

Mai Mills

Anna! I still remember the day I met you in Sophomore English class.  You sat next to me and we've been besties ever since.  I love you so much.  Thank you for always being there for me! Excited to have you up there next to me on my big day!

Anna Mompremier

Brittany! You were my first friend when I moved to Orlando.  We clicked instantly and you've been a rock in my life ever since. You were also one of my favorite roomies ever.  Thank you for saying yes! Love you girl!

Brittany Brown

Tam! You are the best cousin and friend a girl could ask for.  So many adventures with you.  Thank you for agreeing to be up there with me on my most special day.  Love you girl!

Tamara Johnson

Desiree! You have become like a sister to me.  When people ask us if we're cousins I just say Yep! Cause you're more to me than just my cousin's wife.  I love you girl.  So excited to have you next to me on my big day!

Desiree Johnson

Max and I met through our parents in New Jersey, and he’s been a constant source of comedic relief ever since. From legendary Halloween nights to unforgettable birthday celebrations in NYC, life with Max is always next-level—and his loyalty and humor never miss.

Max Semeran

Danny and I have been close since day one of high school. His ambition to succeed at the highest level and his ability to prioritize what truly matters had a lasting influence on me, especially when it came to sacrifice and focus. From Jersey Shore journeys to blasting punk rock on road trips, finally seeing Blink-182 together felt like a full-circle moment.

Danny Rojas

I met Keith in college through rugby, and over time I had the opportunity to train him. His trust and praise for my ability to inspire health and well-being meant more to me than he probably realizes, and it reinforced my passion for the work I do today.



Keith Kovatch

I met Alex in college, where we were teammates on the rugby field. Through years of training, competition, and now life in Florida, our bond has been built on discipline, consistency, and mutual respect. Alex has a way of making clear, supportive, and well-thought-out points—and his reputation as the group’s information junkie never disappoints.

Alex Garcia

I met Boris in college through rugby, but our friendship truly deepened later on. I wouldn’t have moved to Florida if it weren’t for Boris offering me a place to stay while I figured things out. His hospitality, sound advice, and wide range of life experiences helped guide me through some pivotal growth moments.



Boris Khovitch

I met William through the group above, and he’s had a profound impact on my professional life. He was always supportive of my success, offering advice and strategies whenever he could—guidance that proved invaluable. Through him, I learned some of the most important lessons in business, sales, and communication, helping shape my mindset and fuel my passion for the work I do today.

William Pavon

Wedding Party

The bride has secured discounted hotel rooms for out of town guests near the venue. Please book either using the provided link or call the hotel directly and give the bride's name. Room blocks will expire 30 days before the wedding date so please do not miss your chance to secure your room. Check in/out dates listed are the days the room block is open, but you can choose the dates that will accommodate your arrival and departure. If you’re interested in alternative hotel accommodations closer to Orlando’s major theme parks and attractions, or would like to turn this wedding into a full vacation, please connect with the bride. As a travel agent, she’s happy to assist with preferred rates and options.

Block booking link: <a href="https://www.wyndhamhotels.com/hotels/08947?checkInDate=04/09/2026&amp;checkOutDate=04/12/2026&amp;groupCode=040926DAN" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.wyndhamhotels.com/hotels/08947?checkInDate=04/09/2026&amp;checkOutDate=04/12/2026&amp;groupCode=040926DAN</a>

Wingate by Wyndham Universal Studios & Convention Center

<a href="https://app.marriott.com/reslink?id=1765218857946&amp;key=GRP&amp;app=resvlink" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Book your group rate for Johnson Wedding Block</a>

Courtyard by Marriott Across From Universal Orlando 

Hotel Blocks

Universal Orlando, Islands of Adventure, Volcano Bay, Epic Universe

Universal Orlando Resort

Magic Kingdom, Animal Kingdon, Hollywood Studios, Epcot

Walt Disney World

ICON Park

SeaWorld Orlando

Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament

Things to Do

🚘 FROM I-4 EAST (Coming from Tampa/Kissimmee)Take Exit 75B for FL-435 N / Kirkman Road.Stay on Kirkman Rd for about 2 miles.Turn left onto Raleigh St.Continue straight — Raleigh becomes Westpointe Blvd.Pass the strip of plazas on your right.Look for 7065 Westpointe Blvd, Suite 140, on your right.Turn into the plaza → Guest Parking is directly on the left side of the lot.Additional parking is located behind the plaza (marked “Extra Parking” on your map). 🚘 FROM I-4 WEST (Coming from Downtown Orlando/Winter Park)Take Exit 79 for John Young Parkway / FL-423.Merge onto John Young Pkwy heading south.Turn right onto LB McLeod Rd.Turn left onto Park Center Drive.Turn right onto Westpointe Blvd.The venue is immediately on your left — Suite 140.Park in the Guest Parking zone or follow signs for Extra Parking. 🚘 FROM FL-408 EAST OR WEST (East Orlando, Ocoee, Apopka)Take Exit 5 for Kirkman Road / FL-435.Head south on Kirkman Rd.Turn right onto Raleigh St (becomes Westpointe Blvd).Continue straight for about 1 mile.Venue will be on your right—look for the Veranda Elegant Events sign/plaza entrance.Guest and overflow parking areas are labeled on your map. 🚘 FROM TURNPIKE / METRO WEST AREAHead toward Hiawassee Rd or Kirkman Rd depending on your starting point.Connect to Raleigh St, continuing until it becomes Westpointe Blvd.Once on Westpointe Blvd, head toward Park Center Drive.Venue will be on your right shortly before the intersection.

Daniel & Brittany

Daniel & Brittany

Hotel Blocks

Wingate by Wyndham Universal Studios & Convention Center

Courtyard by Marriott Across From Universal Orlando