ABOUT STEP
At Show Stopping Event Planning, celebrations are our signature. We design unforgettable experiences that bring people together in meaningful, visually striking ways. Every event we create is intentionally curated, deeply personal, and flawlessly executed—because moments worth celebrating deserve nothing less.
Serving clients throughout the Carolinas, STEP is known for producing elevated events that feel immersive, polished, and unforgettable. From milestone celebrations and engagement parties to seasonal transformations and corporate experiences, our work blends creativity, precision, and thoughtful design.
From the very first consultation to the final moment of execution, our mission is to deliver a seamless, high-touch planning experience rooted in trust, creativity, and excellence. Every detail is considered and expertly orchestrated to ensure your vision flows effortlessly through every STEP of the journey.
Our team excels in strategic planning, logistics, and real-time problem solving—anticipating needs before they arise and managing challenges without disruption. Led by founder Rochelle Stewart, STEP brings together innovative design and exceptional organizational expertise. Rochelle’s background in sales, marketing, and event planning results in events that feel effortless yet extraordinary.
STEP specializes in celebrations, engagement parties, holiday decorating and events, corporate experiences, fundraising initiatives, and fully customized events ranging from refined and professional to bold and luxurious.
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Rochelle stewart, owner
ABOUT ROCHELLE STEWART
Owner & Senior Design Consultant
Rochelle brings vision, energy, and an unwavering commitment to excellence to every event she touches. Known for her infectious can-do spirit and natural ability to bring people together, she has a gift for seeing the possibilities before they are fully formed — and helping clients transform their ideas into unforgettable experiences. As the Owner and Senior Design Consultant of Show Stopping Event Planning, Rochelle believes every event should feel intentional, personal, and beautifully executed. Her strength lies in listening deeply, asking the right questions, and drawing out the heart of each client’s vision. Whether the concept is fully developed or still taking shape, Rochelle knows how to refine the details, elevate the design, and create an event that feels both meaningful and extraordinary.
With Rochelle, clients are not simply handed an event plan — they are guided through a creative experience that allows them to feel confident, heard, and proud of the final result. Her leadership style brings out the best in everyone around her, from clients and vendors to her event team, creating a collaborative environment where ideas come to life with clarity, creativity, and purpose. From intimate gatherings of 20 to large-scale celebrations of over 1,000, Rochelle approaches every event with a fresh perspective and a commitment to excellence. Her attention to detail, calm command of logistics, and ability to anticipate the unexpected are what set her apart. Clients trust Rochelle and the STEP team to manage every detail with precision, grace, and care — allowing them to relax, be fully present, and enjoy an event experience that feels effortless, elevated, and unforgettable.
ABOUT REITA FISHER
Design Consultant
Reita Fisher lives by adding creative touches to the world around her, every environment provides challenges and design opportunities. Her creativity extends to a wide variety of media that overlap nicely when setting up event spaces. She has been helping decorate and serve at parties since she was ten years old. Years working in graphic design has taught her that decorating for an event is more than just color coordinating, putting linens out and placing arrangements on tables. A room worth remembering comes from understanding why human nature likes some things one way but loves them another. What can I do for your special event?