Champagne Manor
Coverage of Champagne Manor in the Nexus archive.
- Former wedding venue owner admits to stealing more than $1 million from couples
Jason Lottman, the ex-owner of Champagne Manor, admitted to stealing over $1 million from couples and vendors by offering false financial incentives. The venue closed in 2025, causing financial losses for couples like Travis and Rachael Marshall, who lost nearly $20,000.
- Former wedding venue owner admits to stealing more than $1 million from couples
Jason Lottman, ex-owner of Champagne Manor, admitted to stealing over $1 million from couples and vendors through fraudulent schemes involving false financial incentives. The Marshalls, a couple who lost nearly $20,000, reported recovering some funds via credit card disputes after the venue abruptly closed.
- Former wedding venue owner admits to stealing more than $1 million from couples
Jason Lottman, ex-owner of Champagne Manor, admitted to stealing over $1 million from couples and vendors through fraudulent schemes. He marketed all-inclusive wedding packages but solicited investments with false financial promises and continued taking money after the venue's mortgage defaulted. A couple lost nearly $20,000 but recovered some funds through credit card disputes.
- Wedding venue fraudster faces 20 years in prison after guilty plea
Jason Lottman, the former owner of a Monroe wedding venue, pleaded guilty to wire fraud after defrauding customers and investors of over $1 million. Victims include Amber Wells and Clara Vengoechea, who paid tens of thousands of dollars for services that were not provided. The U.S. Attorney's office and FBI are involved in the case.
- Ex-owner of popular wedding venue in Charlotte area pleads guilty to federal charge
Jason Lottman, the former owner of Champagne Manor in Union County, pleaded guilty to wire fraud after defrauding customers and investors of over $1 million. He falsely promised ownership interests and guaranteed returns while the venue faced financial distress leading to foreclosure.