About the Author: Mario Fastiggi

Mario Fastiggi is the General Manager of Brooklake Country Club & Events in Florham Park, New Jersey. With more than 20 years of experience in the hospitality industry, Mario oversees all weddings and events at Brooklake, leading a team of event managers, bridal attendants, and culinary professionals. His background spans leadership roles at prestigious venues across the country, bringing a standard of service that has made Brooklake Country Club & Events one of Morris County's most sought-after wedding venues. Mario also manages Brooklake's championship golf course, designed by Herbert Strong and open since 1942. His articles on this blog draw from firsthand experience planning and executing weddings, corporate events, mitzvahs, and milestone celebrations at Brooklake.