Sarah Ewen
Pastor’s daughter, financial crime fighter, public speaking sensation—Sarah’s journey is anything but ordinary. Growing up in a household that valued patience and compassion, she learned early on the importance of listening, caring, and supporting others—skills that are now at the heart of her work as a celebrant.
Before finding her true calling, Sarah worked as a forensic accountant specialising in financial crime. Her sharp eye for detail and knack for spotting fraud took her around the globe, digging through spreadsheets and sometimes baffling locals with her early morning runs. Yes, Sarah’s a daily runner—she starts every day pounding the pavement at dawn to clear her mind before the workday begins.
Over the last 10 years, Sarah has transitioned into a successful career as a leadership coach and public speaking trainer, helping others find their voice and not take themselves too seriously. But while Sarah’s true gift lies in crafting elegant and heartfelt ceremonies, she often jokes about taking the comedy stage herself. With her unique background and quick wit, who knows? Maybe one day she’ll give it a shot!
Having been a bridesmaid 10 times (yes, 10!), a ‘best woman,’ and having helped countless clients with their wedding speeches, becoming a celebrant was a natural next step for Sarah. With her diverse skill set, passion for storytelling, and love for celebrating life’s special moments, she’s here to make your ceremony unforgettable.
My Approach
It is my mission as a celebrant to make your experience with me straightforward, enjoyable, and hassle-free. To achieve this, I follow a simple three-step approach:
Engage
In our initial no-obligation consultation, I love to:
- Meet and greet, giving you the chance to see if my style is the right fit for you
- Understand your ceremony requirements and what’s most important to you
- Answer any questions you have and discuss the next steps
Prepare
Together, we’ll partner in the preparation process by:
- Gathering all the ceremony details, including your unique requests
- Drafting an initial, personalised ceremony script just for you
- Refining and finalising the ceremony script based on your feedback, ensuring it’s exactly what you want
Deliver
On the big day, I am committed to ensuring your ceremony is:
- Heartfelt, engaging, and truly memorable
- Professional, polished, and pitched just right for you and your guests
- Seamless and runs smoothly, reflecting all your specific requests
Why Me?
Personable
I genuinely love connecting with new clients. I’m eager to learn what makes you you, so I can tailor my approach to fit your unique needs. My goal is to ensure you feel comfortable, understood, and supported throughout the entire process.
Polished
With my background as a public speaking trainer and coach, I pride myself on delivering high-quality, professional presentations. After hundreds of hours on stage, I bring the expertise, poise, and confidence needed to ensure your ceremony is smooth and memorable. You can rest assured your special occasion is in capable hands.
Personality
I’m a naturally bubbly person with a vibrant personality, and I bring this energy to every ceremony. I blend my British wit with sensitivity, ensuring the tone is light-hearted when appropriate and always in tune with the moment, making sure your ceremony feels uniquely yours.
Testimonials
Sarah was the MC of our wedding in 2018 and she did an amazing job. She was professional, knowledgeable and walked us through the process in a timely manner which took some of the stress out of the wedding preparations. On the day, Sarah liaised with ease between the venue, speakers, music team and ourselves to ensure our reception ran smoothly and on schedule. She was positive and humorous at all times, nothing was too hard for her. Our guests loved her too. We are so grateful that Sarah was able to MC our wedding reception and would highly recommend her.
Sarah was the heartbeat of our wedding! From the moment she took the mic, she had everyone engaged and laughing, bringing the perfect balance of warmth and humor. Her quick wit and charming personality set the tone, creating a relaxed and joyful atmosphere that kept our guests captivated. She knew exactly when to be funny, when to be sentimental, and handled everything with such ease that it felt like magic. We couldn’t have asked for a better compère—Sarah truly made our day unforgettable!
Choosing the right Celebrant was a decision we didn’t take lightly. We wanted someone who would genuinely reflect who we are as a couple – without being rigid, cheesy, or stuffy – and Sarah was the perfect choice.
Sarah’s extensive experience in public speaking, natural humour, and impeccable memory made her stand out as the perfect choice as our wedding reception celebrant. Sarah wove personal stories and jokes into her delivery like a seasoned professional, creating a truly memorable experience for us and our guests. The feedback we received about her performance was overwhelmingly positive.
Working with Sarah was an absolute joy from start to finish. We felt completely at ease and comfortable because of her experience, professionalism, and warmth. We highly recommend Sarah for her world-class skills, charisma, and ability to create unforgettable moments – 10/10!