Couple to Marry in Helzberg Diamonds on 12-12-12

United Kingdom Couple Selects Orlando Helzberg Diamonds as Wedding Destination

KANSAS CITY, Mo.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Helzberg Diamonds will host the marriage ceremony of Sallie-Anne Shotter and Jon Ross on Dec. 12, 2012, at 12 p.m. in one of its Orlando store locations. The United Kingdom couple considers Helzberg Diamonds a “home away from home” and selected the Helzberg store located in the Florida Mall at 8001 South Orange Blossom Trail for their wedding ceremony because of its welcoming atmosphere and caring associates.

“We are so happy to help Jon and Sallie-Anne celebrate this significant milestone in their love story and are honored they have chosen to share their day with us”

“We knew that we wanted something different for our wedding day, something memorable, but especially fun,” said Ross. “To sum everything up, we are getting married in a country we love, in a state we adore, with people who are like family.”

The couple met in 2002 and share a love for Florida and for Helzberg Diamonds. Shotter and Ross say the foundation of their relationship is common interests, and they are each other’s best friend. The couple enjoys vacationing in Florida each year and got engaged at Disney World in 2010.

“We are so happy to help Jon and Sallie-Anne celebrate this significant milestone in their love story and are honored they have chosen to share their day with us,” said Beryl Raff, chairman and CEO of Helzberg Diamonds. “As a company dedicated to real love stories, it’s a privilege to be the venue for Jon and Sallie-Anne on this special day.”

About Helzberg Diamonds

Helzberg Diamonds®, a retail and online jewelry store focused on customer service, was founded in 1915 and has more than 230 stores nationwide, featuring a wide selection of fine jewelry, including diamond engagement rings and wedding rings, precious gems and watches. Helzberg Diamonds takes pride in its history of offering exceptional value, a superior customer experience and a broad selection of quality jewelry. Helzberg Diamonds is based in North Kansas City, Mo., and is part of the Berkshire Hathaway, Inc. (NYSE symbol BRK/B) family of companies. For the locations nearest you, call 1-800-HELZBERG (800-435-9237) or visit helzberg.com.