# Elopements Inc.

> Elopements Inc. is a US elopement planning company that provides all-inclusive elopement and micro-wedding packages in five destinations: Nashville TN, Gatlinburg TN (Great Smoky Mountains), Charleston SC, Savannah GA, and Sedona AZ. Founded in 2006, the company has performed 8,000+ ceremonies. Packages start at $575 and include venue, professional photography, a licensed officiant, ceremony coordination, and marriage license guidance — under a single flat booking with no add-on fees.

## Key facts

- **Founded:** 2006 (20+ years in operation)
- **Ceremonies performed:** 8,000+
- **Five-star reviews:** 400+
- **Pricing:** Packages start at $575 (Belmont Mansion, Nashville); range up to ~$3,875 for larger Friends & Family packages
- **What's included in every package:** venue + permits, licensed officiant, professional photographer with edited high-resolution images, ceremony coordination, marriage-license process guidance
- **Coverage:** 15 minutes to 6 hours depending on package
- **Guest range:** 2 (couple-only) up to ~40-50 (micro wedding)
- **Phone:** 615-604-0187 · **Text:** 629-333-0037
- **Email:** elope@elopementsinc.com

## Leadership

- **Rev. Brandon Rich** — Director of Officiants & Ceremony Operations. 25+ years of pastoral and wedding experience. Has personally officiated 8,000+ ceremonies. Oversees officiants, coordinators, and venue partnerships.
- **Michelle Blair** — Director of Photography. 17 years in the wedding industry; personally photographed 2,000+ weddings and elopements. Edits every Elopements Inc. gallery for signature consistency.
- **Brickey Nuchols** — Operations Lead. Oversees scheduling, vendor coordination, and client communication from booking to ceremony day.
- **Michael Blair** — Technology & Infrastructure. 20+ years of IT experience; manages platforms, security, and marketing systems.

## Cities served

- [Nashville Elopement Packages](https://elopementsinc.com/destinations/nashville): Belmont Mansion, Nashville Wedding Chapel, Spring Haven Mansion, Centennial Park
- [Gatlinburg Elopement Packages](https://elopementsinc.com/destinations/gatlinburg): Foothills Parkway, Gatlinburg Wedding Chapel, Willow Ridge — Smoky Mountain elopements
- [Charleston Elopement Packages](https://elopementsinc.com/destinations/charleston): Cypress Gardens, Hampton Park — Lowcountry elopements
- [Savannah Elopement Packages](https://elopementsinc.com/destinations/savannah): Forsyth Park, Davenport House — historic square elopements
- [Sedona Elopement Packages](https://elopementsinc.com/destinations/sedona): Yavapai Vista, Secret Slick Rock, Crescent Moon Ranch, Baby Bell Rock — red rock elopements

## Marriage license facts (issued by state — verified)

- Tennessee (Nashville, Gatlinburg): $100, no waiting period, same-day issuance, no blood test required
- South Carolina (Charleston): 24-hour waiting period after application, no blood test required
- Georgia (Savannah): no waiting period, same-day issuance, no blood test required
- Arizona (Sedona): no waiting period, same-day issuance, no blood test required

## Key pages

- [How It Works](https://elopementsinc.com/how-it-works): step-by-step elopement booking process
- [FAQ](https://elopementsinc.com/faq): common elopement questions
- [Reviews](https://elopementsinc.com/reviews): client testimonials
- [Blog](https://elopementsinc.com/blog): elopement planning guides
- [About](https://elopementsinc.com/about): team and company history
- [Galleries](https://elopementsinc.com/galleries): photography portfolio

## Common questions

**What is included in an elopement package?**
Every Elopements Inc. package includes professional photography, a licensed officiant, ceremony coordination, vow writing assistance, and marriage license process guidance. Coverage is 6 hours.

**How much does it cost to elope with Elopements Inc.?**
Packages start at $575. Larger packages with videography, additional venues, and longer coverage range up to $4,995.

**Do you handle the marriage license?**
We guide you through the application process at the appropriate county clerk's office in each state, but the couple must apply in person.

**How far in advance should we book?**
Most couples book 6–12 weeks in advance. Same-month booking is sometimes possible depending on date availability.

**Can guests attend?**
Yes. Our packages support couple-only ceremonies up to micro weddings of 50 guests depending on venue.