Ask neo-soul singer Kelis or any of the other clients that have experienced the magic of producer Diann Valentine and they will tell you that she is more than a wedding coordinator, she's a creative force, a weaver of dreams.

As president of D. R. VALENTINE & ASSOCIATES, Inc., a Pasadena-based wedding, events and interior design firm, Valentine has become one of the most sought-after producers in the industry with a discerning clientele who have turned to her unmatched style to design ever aspect of their special day. "My job is to help clients uncover their own creative spirit," she says. In a sea of celebrity sameness, Valentine has a simple philosophy: "I don't believe in doing the same thing twice. Every event is a new opportunity to design a unique experience, special, and fabulous." And she's done just that for clients like R&B songstress Toni Braxton, actress Lela Rochon, Boyz II Men crooner Shawn Stockman, and neo-soul singer Kelis. Whether the occasion is a funky bohemian vibe, an elegant formal affair, or a fairytale soiree, Valentine is blessed with the creative talent to take a mere concept and transform it into an awe-inspiring experience.

Leading a production team, that ranges anywhere from six to 400 depending on the event, Valentine produces numerous events annually, the majority of which are weddings. She's also orchestrated private affairs for actor/comedians Cedric "The Entertainer" and Martin Lawrence, Bishop and Mrs. T. D. Jakes, and actress Elise Neal. Corporate clients -- like Nike, Federal Express and Schieffelin & Somerset -- have also turned to D.R. Valentine & Associates to design special events.

In 2004, Valentine launched Interiors Valentine Style, an interior design division to her conglomerate. "One's living space should reflect who they are and be comfortable and inviting without looking like a retail showroom," believes Valentine. "Unlike parties, it's nice to design living spaces that will be enjoyed for years to come." Valentine's elegant rooms have already been featured in the Los Angeles Times and Essence magazine.

The next stop on Valentine's creative journey: a publishing house. The coffee table book, Weddings Valentine Style, will be released Valentine's Day 2006. Published by Atria, a division of Simon and Schuster, the beautiful coffee table book features the weddings of some of the most beautiful brides of color.