With over a decade of combined event management & wedding industry experience, this award-winning team will set the bar high from the moment you walk through the front gates of Melrose Abbey. It's the personal relationship we develop, the advice, support, and true friendship that sets us apart.
Venue Director
blake@melroseabbeykc.comBlake brings years of luxury event experience to Melrose Abbey, ensuring every detail of your wedding day is flawlessly executed. Her warm leadership and deep industry knowledge make her an invaluable guide from your first tour to your last dance.
Venue Manager
jenna@melroseabbeykc.comJenna's meticulous attention to detail and genuine passion for love stories shine through in every event she manages. From logistics to last-minute decisions, Jenna handles it all with grace and a smile.
Owners
Hello there! My name is Johnny Youssef — a Real Estate Investor, Renovator, and Designer. My passion is to turn buildings into homes and create incredible hosting experiences. In 2022, I married the love of my life, Abby, who has an incredible eye for design. Together we transformed a 115-year-old Gothic church into Kansas City's most breathtaking wedding venue. I was born in Cairo, Egypt, moved to Richmond, Virginia at 15, and graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University with a BS in Mass Communications.