The Wedding Report

In this interview, I meet with Shannon Shaffer, VP of Operations at Design Cuisine located in Arlington, VA https://designcuisine.com/ Work in the wedding industry? We help businesses get more qualified leads and better understand their market so they can build and maintain a competitive advantage. https://wedding.report/ Getting married? We help couples better understand the costs associated with their wedding. https://cost.wedding.report/ #weddingreport #weddingindustry #weddingvenue #weddings #podcast #podcast #podcastinterview #businessadvice

In this interview, I meet with Sam Mills, owner of New Branch Farms located in Smithfield, VA https://www.newbranchfarms.com/ Work in the wedding industry? We help businesses get more qualified leads and better understand their market so they can build and maintain a competitive advantage. https://wedding.report/ Getting married? We help couples better understand the costs associated with their wedding. https://cost.wedding.report/ #weddingreport #weddingindustry #weddingvenue #weddings #podcast #podcast #podcastinterview #businessadvice

In this interview, I meet with Tanya Turner, owner of BeckenRidge Vineyard located in Dallas, OR https://beckenridge.com/ Work in the wedding industry? We help businesses get more qualified leads and better understand their market so they can build and maintain a competitive advantage. https://wedding.report/ Getting married? We help couples better understand the costs associated with their wedding. https://cost.wedding.report/ #weddingreport #weddingindustry #weddingvenue #weddings #podcast #podcast #podcastinterview #businessadvice

In this interview, I meet with Trish Tomlin, mobile bartender and owner of TS We Pour 2 located in Erie, PA. https://tswepour2.com/ Work in the wedding industry? We help businesses get more qualified leads and better understand their market so they can build and maintain a competitive advantage. https://wedding.report/ Getting married? We help couples better understand the costs associated with their wedding. https://cost.wedding.report/ #weddingreport #weddingindustry #weddingvenue #weddings #podcast #podcast #podcastinterview #businessadvice #mobilebartending #mobilebartender  

In this interview, I meet with Kate Jones Programming Director at The Wright Opera House in Ouray, CO https://thewrightoperahouse.org/ Work in the wedding industry? We help businesses get more qualified leads and better understand their market so they can build and maintain a competitive advantage. https://wedding.report/ Getting married? We help couples better understand the costs associated with their wedding. https://cost.wedding.report/ #weddingreport #weddingindustry #weddingvenue #weddings #podcast #podcast #podcastinterview #businessadvice

In this interview, I meet with Jo Ann Wilkerson owner of White Pine Manor in Brazil, IN https://www.whitepinemanor.com/ Work in the wedding industry? We help businesses get more qualified leads and better understand their market so they can build and maintain a competitive advantage. https://wedding.report/ Getting married? We help couples better understand the costs associated with their wedding. https://cost.wedding.report/ #weddingreport #weddingindustry #weddingvenue #weddings #podcast #podcast #podcastinterview #businessadvice

In this interview, I meet with Elizabeth Camarillo owner of two event centers The Grand Theater in Anaheim CA https://www.tgtanaheim.com/ The Rose Gardens in Whittier CA https://www.trgwhittier.com/ Work in the wedding industry? We help businesses get more qualified leads and better understand their market so they can build and maintain a competitive advantage. https://wedding.report/ Getting married? We help couples better understand the costs associated with their wedding. https://cost.wedding.report/ #weddingreport #weddingindustry #weddingvenue #weddings #podcast #podcast #podcastinterview #businessadvice

In this interview, I meet with Jonathan Aymin Founder & CEO of Common Sense Events and The Venue RX https://www.cseventservices.com/ https://www.thevenuerx.com/ Work in the wedding industry? We help businesses get more qualified leads and better understand their market so they can build and maintain a competitive advantage. https://wedding.report/ Getting married? We help couples better understand the costs associated with their wedding. https://cost.wedding.report/ #weddingreport #weddingindustry #weddingvenue #weddings #podcast #podcast #podcastinterview #businessadvice

In this interview, I meet with Margaret Dawalt of Events Catering in Roswell, GA https://www.eventscatering.com/ Work in the wedding industry? We help businesses get more qualified leads and better understand their market so they can build and maintain a competitive advantage. https://wedding.report/ Getting married? We help couples better understand the costs associated with their wedding. https://cost.wedding.report/ #weddingreport #weddingindustry #weddingvenue #weddings #podcast #podcast #podcastinterview #businessadvice

In this interview, I meet with Darci Kendall Founder and Creative Director of Hodde Bros Beverage Co https://hoddebros.com/ Work in the wedding industry? We help businesses get more qualified leads and better understand their market so they can build and maintain a competitive advantage. https://wedding.report/ Getting married? We help couples better understand the costs associated with their wedding. https://cost.wedding.report/ #weddingreport #weddingindustry #weddingvenue #weddings #podcast #podcast #podcastinterview #businessadvice

In this interview, I meet with Heidi Benjamin owner of Takk House in Troy, NY http://www.takkhouse.com/ Work in the wedding industry? We help businesses better understand their market so they can build a competitive advantage. https://wedding.report/index.cfm/action/wedding_statistics/view/search_market/ Getting married? We help couples better understand the costs associated with their wedding. https://cost.wedding.report/ #weddingreport #weddingindustry #weddingvenue #weddings #podcast

In this interview, I meet with Emma Hartley & Sarah Showalter from The Greenhouse at Showalter's in Timberville, VA https://www.showaltersorchard.com/ Work in the wedding industry? We help businesses better understand their market so they can build a competitive advantage. https://wedding.report/index.cfm/action/wedding_statistics/view/search_market/ Getting married? We help couples better understand the costs associated with their wedding. https://cost.wedding.report/ #weddingreport #weddingindustry #weddingvenue #weddings #podcast

In this interview, I meet with Julia Henning. She is the Vice President of Sales at Wedgewood Weddings https://www.wedgewoodweddings.com/ Work in the wedding industry? We help businesses better understand their market so they can build a competitive advantage. https://wedding.report/index.cfm/action/wedding_statistics/view/search_market/ Getting married? We help couples better understand the costs associated with their wedding. https://cost.wedding.report/ #weddingreport #weddingindustry #weddingvenue #weddings #podcast

In this interview, I meet with Fausto Pifferrer. He is the Vice President & Co-Founder of Blue Elephant Events & Catering https://www.blueelephantcatering.com/ Work in the wedding industry? We help businesses better understand their market so they can build a competitive advantage. https://wedding.report/index.cfm/action/wedding_statistics/view/search_market/ Getting married? We help couples better understand the costs associated with their wedding. https://cost.wedding.report/ #weddingreport #weddingindustry #weddingvenue #weddings #podcast

In this interview, I meet with Shawna Mann. She is the owner of KingsMann Estate located in Bono, AR https://kingsmannestate.com/ Work in the wedding industry? We help businesses better understand their market so they can build a competitive advantage. https://wedding.report/index.cfm/action/wedding_statistics/view/search_market/ Getting married? We help couples better understand the costs associated with their wedding. https://cost.wedding.report/ #weddingreport #weddingindustry #weddingvenue #weddings #podcast

In this interview, I meet with Erika Rene Pineiro. She is the owner of Wild Things Farm located in the heart of Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore - Honor, Michigan https://www.wildthings.farm/ Work in the wedding industry? We help businesses better understand their market so they can build a competitive advantage. https://wedding.report/index.cfm/action/wedding_statistics/view/search_market/ Getting married? We help couples better understand the costs associated with their wedding. https://cost.wedding.report/ #weddingreport #weddingindustry #weddingvenue #weddings #podcast

In this interview, I meet with Justin Stephens. He is the owner of The Barn at Bull Meadow located in Concord, NH. https://bullmeadow.com/ Work in the wedding industry? We help businesses better understand their market so they can build a competitive advantage. https://wedding.report/index.cfm/action/wedding_statistics/view/search_market/ Getting married? We help couples better understand the costs associated with their wedding. https://cost.wedding.report/ #weddingreport #weddingindustry #weddingvenue #weddings #podcast

In this interview, I meet with Lesley Wise. She is the owner of the Lavender Owl Farm venue located in Canby, Oregon. https://www.lavenderowlfarm.com/ Getting married? We help couples better understand the costs associated with their wedding. Work in the wedding industry? We help businesses better understand their market so they can build a competitive advantage. To find out how we can help you, go to: https://wedding.report/ #weddingreport #weddingindustry #weddingvenue #weddings #podcast

In this interview, I meet with Margaret Hunt. She is the owner of Bloom & Bower located in Risingsun, OH. https://www.bloomandbower.com/ Getting married? We help couples better understand the costs associated with their wedding. Work in the wedding industry? We help businesses better understand their market so they can build a competitive advantage. To find out how we can help you, go to: https://wedding.report/ #weddingreport #weddingindustry #weddingvenue #weddings #podcast

In this interview, I meet with Ian Ramirez. He is the Venue Director at Madera Estates in Conroe TX. Located just north of The Woodlands in Conroe, TX, Madera Estates is a Spanish + European inspired luxury wedding venue. Your venue rental includes: 11:00AM Venue Access, Indoor & Outdoor Ceremony Options, Tables & Chairs (up to 330 guests), Ivory Linens & Napkins, Signature Furniture & Décor, Serenity Candlelight, Two Beautiful Suites with Complimentary, Beverage Service, Engagement & Bridal Sessions. https://maderaestates.com/ Getting married? We help couples better understand the costs associated with their wedding. Work in the wedding industry? We help businesses better understand their market so they can build a competitive advantage. To find out how we can help you, go to: https://wedding.report/ #weddingreport #weddingindustry #weddingvenue #weddings #podcast

In this episode, Megan Crabtree, Marty Hurwitz, and I talk about the age demographics as it relates to the current wedding jewelry boom and what to expect in the future. We also talk about spending by age range as it directly relates to the current market. Megan Crabtree is the Founder & CEO of Crabtree Consulting, a firm with a proven track record of successfully growing jewelry retailers and manufacturers to unprecedented numbers for over two decades. We provide a unique perspective that leads companies on the fast track to growth. https://crabtreeadvisory.com/ Marty Hurwitz CEO and Founder THE MVEye. THE MVEye provides consumer and trade market research along with strategic consulting services to a global client list in the gem, jewelry and watch industries. In 2004 THE MVEye completed its first consumer research study on awareness and acceptance of lab-grown diamonds. Each year since, THE MVEye has monitored the progress of the lab-grown diamond category with consumers and trade organizations globally. https://www.themveye.com/ Data from ACS (American Community Survey), Census, and TWJC (Todays Wedding Jewelry Consumer) https://twjc.wedding.report/ Download the charts here: https://wedding.report/s/podcast_charts_072022.pdf Getting married? We help couples better understand the costs associated with their wedding. Work in the wedding industry? We help businesses better understand their market so they can build a competitive advantage. To find out how we can help you, go to: https://wedding.report/

In this interview, I meet with Erica Carvalho, CMP. She is the Corporate Director of Catering and Conference Services @ Loews Hotels & Co It's the little things that make up your big day and for both intimate and over-the-top affairs, you deserve undivided attention and perfect planning. With Weddings by Loews Hotels, our team of wedding professionals loves taking care of all the little details that ensure the celebration that you envision comes to life. Bring us your ideas, vision, and wish list, so that we can work together to make it all happen. https://www.loewshotels.com/ Getting married? We help couples better understand the costs associated with their wedding. Work in the wedding industry? We help businesses better understand their market so they can build a competitive advantage. To find out how we can help you, go to: https://wedding.report/ #weddingreport #weddingindustry #weddingvenue #weddings

In this interview, I meet with John Mlynski - CEO @ Tablescapes Party Rentals, Chicago IL. Tablescapes, Chicago's premier event rental company, has the only downtown Chicago showroom and offers delivery service throughout the Midwest and shipping available nationwide. Since its founding over 25 years ago, Tablescapes remains committed to being a design leader and continuing to make new types of “event equipment that doesn't look rented” available to its customers. From tables, chairs and lounge furniture to plates, glasses and wedding accessories, Tablescapes provides well-designed items across its entire product range. https://www.tablescapes.com/ Getting married? We help couples better understand the costs associated with their wedding. Work in the wedding industry? We help businesses better understand their market so they can build a competitive advantage. To find out how we can help you, go to: https://wedding.report/ #weddingreport #weddingindustry #tablescapes #weddingrentals #ChicagoIL

In this interview, I meet with Roger Igo. Roger is the President and CEO of Bell Tower Group, LLC. Roger Igo joined Bell Tower Group, USA as President in 2009. Mr. Igo has been responsible for thousands of events over the last 30 years. Roger is a Council Cabinet member of the World Affairs Council of Houston, a member of the National Association of Catering and Events as well as the International Live Events Association. Enjoy! https://thebelltoweron34th.com/ Getting married? We help couples better understand the costs associated with their wedding. Work in the wedding industry? We help businesses better understand their market so they can build a competitive advantage. To find out how we can help you, go to: https://wedding.report/ #weddingreport #weddingindustry #thebelltoweron34th #weddingvenue #houstontx

Webinar in coordination with the folks from zenweds Agenda: - Impact of COVID on the Wedding Industry -- National Impact -- State level Impact -- Regional Case Study: New England area - Recommendations to adapt to the new normal - Q&A Session Panelist: Shane McMurray, Founder & CEO @ The Wedding Report - https://wedding.report/ Host: Laura Snodgrass, UX Director @ ZenWeds - https://zenweds.com/  

In this interview, I meet with Phil Lenger. Phil is the president of Show+Tell and DisplayCorps, two New York City digital video technology companies serving high-end clients across the world. He and the team bring over 50 years of combined experience delivering exclusive events on a national and international level, their team has the know-how, the passion, and the creativity to craft a custom broadcast of your most important day. Enjoy! https://idotv.com/

In this interview, I meet with Jamie Chang. Jamie is a Destination Wedding Planning Guru & Designer of Joy at Mango Muse Events. She also created Passport to Joy (online planning courses for couples) and Let's I Do This (contactless virtual weddings) located in San Francisco, CA. Enjoy! https://www.mangomuseevents.com/ https://passporttojoy.com/ https://letsidothiswedding.com/

In this interview, I meet with Deb DeFanti. Deb is the Senior Director of Marketing & Customer Experience for Paper Culture. They create Wedding Invitations, Postponement Cards, Save the Dates, Graduation Announcements and more from sustainable materials. Enjoy! https://www.paperculture.com/

In this interview, I meet with Jaume Labro. Jaume is an Artist and Creator of Custom-Made Jewelry Company Jaume Labro. They take pride in turning your personal inspiration into a breathtaking statement. Enjoy! https://www.jaumelabro.com/

In this interview, I meet with James Dunegan. James is the Owner and Creator of Party Portraits Photo Booth. They deliver an interactive and memorable addition to any wedding reception, party, or corporate event in Louisiana. Enjoy! https://www.partyportraitsphotobooth.com/

In this interview, I meet with Nathan Holritz. Nathan is the Owner and Creator of Photographer's Edit. They provide custom photo editing services for professional photographers. Enjoy! https://www.photographersedit.com/

In this interview, I meet with Tammy Foxx. Tammy is the owner of Bridal Fitness Coach. Since 2009, She has sculpted the bodies of scores of happy brides located in San Francisco, CA. Enjoy! https://bridalfitnesscoach.com/

In this interview, I meet with Mona Hirata. Mona is a planner and owner of neu events and LeiAloha Wedding & Event Planners located in Honolulu, HI. Enjoy! https://www.neuevents.com/ https://www.leialohaplanners.com/

In this interview, I meet with Monica Sawyer. Monica is the owner and publisher of The One Bride Guide located in Corpus Christi TX. Enjoy! https://www.theonebrideguide.com/

In this interview, I meet with Laurie Hartwell. Laurie is the Founder & CEO, The Bridal Society. Make sure to check our their is planning certification right for you quiz on the site. Enjoy! https://www.thebridalsociety.com/

In this interview, I meet with Pauline Haynes. Pauline is an Officiant and Life Coach located in Sacramento, CA Enjoy! https://paulinehaynes.net/

In this interview, I meet with Jennifer Ballard. Jennifer is a Business Coach that focuses on Marketing Strategy, Mentoring, and Coaching located in Milford, CT Enjoy! https://www.jenniferlynnconsulting.com/

In this interview, I meet with Jerome Pollos. Jerome is the owner of Jerome Pollos Photography located in Coeur d'Alene, ID. Enjoy! https://jeromepollosphotography.com/

In this interview, I meet with Laura Calderone. Laura is the owner of Laura & Leigh Bridal, they offer something new and different to wedding gown shopping located in Cherry Hill, NJ. Enjoy! https://lauraandleighbridal.com/

In this interview, I meet with Eileen Smith. Eileen is a Wedding Planner and owner of Eileen Smith Events where they do Planning, Design, and Production located in Bridgewater, CT. Enjoy! https://www.eileensmithevents.com/

In this interview, I meet with Valerie Gernhauser. Valerie is a Wedding Planner and owner of Sapphire Events, Ruby & Pearl, and Minimal Matrimony located in New Orleans LA. Enjoy! https://sapphireevents.com/ https://rubyandpearlevents.com/ https://minimal-matrimony.com/

In this interview, I meet with Gretchen Culver. Gretchen is a Wedding Planner and owner of Rocket Science Events located in Minneapolis MN. Enjoy! https://www.rocketscience.events/

In this interview, I meet with Larissa Banting. Larissa is a Destination Wedding Planner located in Costa Rica. Enjoy! https://www.weddingscostarica.com/

In this interview, I meet with Calyn, Stephanie, Wendy, and Andrew from Mercantile Hall Venue located in Burlington, WI. Enjoy! https://www.mercantilehall.com/

In this interview, I meet with Sarah Baillie. Sarah works for the Center for Biological Diversity and we are talking about her project wildlife-friendly wedding guide. Enjoy! http://wildlifefriendlywedding.org

In this interview, I meet with Grace Powell. Grace is the Director of Marketing and Business Development at Marianne's Rentals located in Oklahoma City. Enjoy! https://mariannesrentals.com/

In this interview, I meet with Allie Wester. Allie is a Wedding Planner, Owner of Weddings by Allie, Creator of School of Planning & Event Institute, and Founder of WBA Bridal Consultants Association, located in Baton Rouge LA. Enjoy! https://weddingsbyallie.com/

In this interview, I meet with Brittany Madon, Officiant, Planner, Florist at Florida Beach Wedding a destination wedding company located in south Florida. https://www.floridabeachwedding.com/ Enjoy!

In this interview, I meet with Summer and Stephen, Photographers and Business Owners of Noveli Wedding Photography, FamZing Studios, and My Wedding Group located in Greenville SC https://www.noveliphotography.com/ https://famzing.com/ https://www.myweddinggroup.com/ Enjoy!

In this interview, I meet with Annie Lee Founder of plannie, Harper's Bazaar Top Planner in the World Martha Stewart Women of Style, Author of Speak Wedding: Flashcards for Beginners https://www.daughterofdesign.com/ https://www.plannie.com/ http://www.speakwedding.com/ Enjoy!

In this interview, I meet with Kristin Wilson, Owner of OurDjRocks, and all female wedding DJ team located in Orlando Fl https://ourdjrocks.com/ Enjoy!