Podcasts about aisle planner

Hey friends! In this episode of the I Do Wedding Marketing Podcast, I'm diving deep into something I've never talked about here before: human resources and team building — and trust me, this is the episode every wedding pro needs.I'm joined by Kira La Forgia, founder of Paradigm Consulting and your new favorite HR expert, especially if you're growing your business beyond just you. We get honest, unfiltered, and even a little vulnerable about what it really takes to expand your team legally, sustainably, and with your mental health intact.

Hey there, wedding pros! In this episode of the I Do Wedding Marketing Podcast, I sat down with the incredible Irene Tyndale—CEO of Irene Tyndale Events and a powerhouse coach for wedding planners. And trust me, this conversation is a goldmine for anyone in the wedding industry looking to turn their passion into profit.We dove deep into Revenue Generating Activities (RGAs)—what they are, how to identify them in your own business, and why they're absolutely essential if you want to grow with purpose and profit. Whether you're a full-time planner or juggling an “investor job,” Irene breaks down exactly how to shift your mindset and calendar to prioritize the tasks that move the needle.

This week on the I Do Wedding Marketing Podcast, I'm thrilled to bring you a deeply honest and much-needed conversation with Mark Caravaggio of Intune Events. If you've ever felt confused, frustrated, or even a little burned by gatekeeping, hidden fees, or the infamous “preferred vendor list,” this episode is going to speak to you.Mark and I dive into transparency in the wedding industry—what it really means, why it matters, and how it affects vendors, venues, and, most importantly, couples. We talk about pay-to-play models, vendor commissions, and the hidden costs of getting listed in publications or preferred partnerships. Mark also opens up about his personal journey of walking away from a business model that no longer aligned with his values—even though it accounted for 70% of his bookings.In this episode, we explore:​The emotional weight and vulnerability of being a wedding vendor​How hiding pricing affects client trust and booking rates​Why authenticity and connection beat old-school sales tactics​The truth behind pay-to-play vendor lists and “secret” commissions​What happens when you walk away from 70% of your business to build something better​How to rebuild and thrive after business burnout or vendor trauma

In this episode of the I Do Wedding Marketing Podcast, I'm sitting down with Taylor Svetlichny of Aligned SEO. If SEO feels like a mysterious code you've never cracked, you're not alone—I'm right there with you! But Taylor breaks it all down in a way that's approachable, smart, and dare I say... fun?We dive deep into:The biggest SEO myths that are holding creative entrepreneurs and wedding pros backWhy simply blogging every week isn't enough (and how it could actually be hurting your site!)How to do keyword research that actually works—and why one small tweak in a word can make all the differenceThe truth about “near me” searches and how local SEO really worksTips for optimizing your main pages first before getting buried in blog postsHow to turn your podcast show notes and transcripts into powerful SEO contentAnd why having a Google Business Profile is non-negotiable in 2025Taylor also shares her journey from photographer to SEO pro, and why she swears by SEO for building sustainable, high-quality leads—without constantly churning out content.

What do Netflix, keynote speaking, and wedding officiating all have in common? In this episode, we're joined by Steve Fredlund—author of Do the Unright Thing: Memoir of a People Pleaser and the officiant featured on Love Is Blind Season 8.Steve shares his unlikely journey from corporate actuary to being hand-picked as an officiant for one of the most talked-about weddings on reality TV. But this episode is about more than a fun Netflix story.We dive into real conversations wedding pros need to hear:

In this episode, I reflect on my experience speaking at the Maine Weddings EDU event hosted by Real Maine Weddings magazine. I share what it was like being part of a one-room setup with powerhouse speakers like Adriana McDermott from Ava and the Bee, Mark McIntosh from Team Wedding Marketing, Courtney Donilon from Aisle Planner, Carissa Sawyer from Event Therapy Magazine, Jackie Watson from Jacqueline Watson Event, and even representatives from the Maine Bureau of Alcoholic Beverages! This event offered a unique chance to connect with other wedding pros, not just during sessions but also at an intimate dinner the night before—perfect for real, one-on-one conversations.I learned so much about website strategies, mindset work, and the power of self-care. From how your CRM can impact your mental clarity to finding personal ways to relax—yes, even if that means playing Pokémon Go—this episode is packed with insight and humor. I also tease a future episode with Courtney from Aisle Planner where she'll go deeper into how systems and mindset go hand in hand. Whether you're a wedding planner, vendor, or just someone building their brand, this episode is for you.Podcast listeners can save 20% off on the ChatGPT for Wedding Marketing Course using code IDOPODCAST | https://idoweddingmarketing.podia.com/chatgpt-for-wedding-marketing?coupon=IDOPODCASTFollow I Do Wedding MarketingInstagram | https://www.instagram.com/idoweddingmarketing/Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/idoweddingmarketingLinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/nina-addeo-699898ab/Threads | https://www.threads.com/@idoweddingmarketingI Do Wedding Marketing podcast listeners can receive 15% off a 6-month subscription as a new Aisle Planner user! Use code IDWMxAP | https://www.aisleplanner.com/affiliate/IDWMxAP

In this cozy and inspiring episode, I sit down with Nora Shiels, an industry powerhouse who has built not one but two thriving businesses in the wedding world — Bridal Bliss and Rock Paper Coin. You can't have big growth like Nora has experienced without one thing--knowing that sh*t is going to hit the fan! And Nora has developed systems and strategies that wedding pros can apply to protect themselves, and their businesses. Together, we dive deep into her experiences growing Bridal Bliss into a premier wedding planning company and co-founding Rock Paper Coin to revolutionize the way wedding professionals handle contracts and payments. Nora opens up about the lessons she's learned, the challenges she's overcome, and the advice she would give to anyone dreaming of starting their own event planning business. Whether you're a budding entrepreneur, a wedding enthusiast, or simply someone who loves a good success story, this conversation with Nora is packed with inspiration, actionable insights, and real talk about what it takes to thrive in a competitive industry. Sign up for Rock, Paper Coin and receive 50% using code IDOWEDDING | https://rockpapercoin.com/Follow Rock Paper CoinInstagram | https://www.instagram.com/rockpapercoinFacebook | https://www.facebook.com/rockpapercoinLinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/company/rock-paper-coin/ Podcast listeners can save 20% off on the ChatGPT for Wedding Marketing Course using code IDOPODCAST | https://idoweddingmarketing.podia.com/chatgpt-for-wedding-marketing?coupon=IDOPODCASTFollow I Do Wedding MarketingInstagram | https://www.instagram.com/idoweddingmarketing/Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/idoweddingmarketingLinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/nina-addeo-699898ab/Threads | https://www.threads.com/@idoweddingmarketingI Do Wedding Marketing podcast listeners can receive 15% off a 6-month subscription as a new Aisle Planner user! Use code IDWMxAP | https://www.aisleplanner.com/affiliate/IDWMxAP

Rob Farrow was an experienced marketing executive and his wife Christina Farrow was a successful professional wedding planner. They discovered there was no good software for wedding planner pros, so they decided to build software themselves. They invested their savings, built a loyal team, and started Aisle Planner to serve other wedding planner pros with a complete solution to power their businesses.  Aisle Planner grew slowly as they overcame huge obstacles, listened to their customers, and built world-class software that changed how events are managed. Aisle Planner is now the leading all-in-one software for wedding planners and event professionals with over 4000 customers.  After struggling through the COVID-19 shutdown several times, Rob and Christina decided to sell Aisle Planner to Fullsteam, a software holding company. They stayed for several years to meet their earn-out commitments and run the company with the same team.  Quote from Rob Farrow, co-founder of Aisle Planner ”There's a very fine line between arrogance and ignorance. And somewhere in there is where I was living in this. When we started, I was so sure we would succeed that I ignored obvious signs of failure. I just believed wholeheartedly. I believe in myself, I believe in my wife, and I believe in our team.  “If you have that belief, you can achieve things. And I know that sounds very cliche, but you have to have that belief. If you're doing it for the right reasons, you'll have that belief. If you're doing it to get rich quick, you won't. “There's a bunch of obstacles that you don't even know are coming our way. With that mindset of belief and just forging ahead, you're ready for any obstacle. They're not obstacles; they're just things you deal with.” The Practical Founders Podcast Tune into the Practical Founders Podcast for weekly in-depth interviews with founders who have built valuable software companies without big funding. Subscribe to the Practical Founders Podcast using your favorite podcast app. Get the weekly Practical Founders newsletter and podcast updates at practicalfounders.com. 

CRMs are a big part of any successful business. They help organize information, get contracts signed, collect payments, build a database of potential referrers, and streamline workflows. But I see too many wedding pros take CRMS to the extreme, especially when it comes to automation. What's easy and convenient for you, the business owner, often feels impersonal and generic to the couple. Even worse, you might create a “workspace” through your CRM that requires people to operate the way you want without considering it from their perspective.  Clearly, no one wants that kind of client experience - so how do you balance automation with personalization? That's why I brought Sara Kinkaid on the podcast today. She's VP of Operations at Aisle Planner, one of the most popular CRMs for wedding planners, and now any field in the wedding industry. I want to be super upfront about this episode. I do not get ANY money or commission or favors from Aisle Planner for bringing Sara on. In fact, I ran her through the ringer for 30 minutes before formally inviting her to the show. Why? I wanted to make sure their approaches aligned with what we recommend on the podcast, other content we share, and coaching advice I offer clients. Knowing that, I hope you enjoy the discussion and find a way to leverage the power of a CRM without sacrificing the all-important client experience.

Had a wedding nightmare? We want to hear about it for our latest segment! Text us here.Unlock the secrets to a seamlessly orchestrated wedding with our special guest Sarah, an expert in Isle Planner, the all-in-one CRM, sales, and project management tool for wedding professionals. This episode is a treasure trove of insights for anyone keen on elevating their event planning business. Sarah guides us through the robust features of Isle Planner, highlighting its customizable client-facing features like checklists and timelines, which are invaluable in keeping both planners and clients in perfect harmony throughout the event planning journey.Ever wondered how top wedding professionals stay ahead of the curve? Our discussion with Sarah unveils the strategic prowess behind Isle Planner's contact management and budgeting tools. Discover the magic of color-coded status indicators, vendor categorization that streamlines selection and coordination, and a budgeting tool that fosters transparency and helps in managing client expectations. These innovative features are not just about keeping things organized; they're about making every penny of the client's budget work harder while simplifying financial conversations.Wrapping up, Sarah offers her seasoned advice for budding entrepreneurs in the wedding industry, emphasizing the importance of infusing one's brand voice into their chosen technology. We also get a peek at Isle Planner's latest advancements, like their RSVP tool and wedding website functionality, designed to enhance guest experience and streamline guest management. And for those looking to stay ahead in the competitive world of event planning, don't miss out on the special discount for Isle Planner, ensuring you have the tools to thrive in the industry. Join us and let Sarah's expertise help you transform your approach to wedding planning. Support the Show.CONNECT WITH WEDDING EMPIRES! Want to share your thoughts and connect with fellow wedding enthusiasts? Instagram @weddingempirespodcast TikTok @weddingempirespodcast WEDDING EMPIRES PRO SUBSCRIBE HERE FOR $9 PER MONTH Join our international community of wedding professionals in Wedding Empires Pro where you can make industry connections, be there for the live events and advice from experts, tools, and templates, and overall learn how to better market and sell your services and create your own wedding empire. Be there for the livestream events, including Wedding Empires Podcast and at least 4 other live wedding business trainings and month. Exclusive episodes only for PRO members! Massive template library of tried and tested templates for your wedding business Opportunity to be a guest on the Podcast Network with other wedding professionals worldwide. PODCAST TEAM Host: @msjacbowie Host: @ben_connolly_photographer Producer: @mpacreatives ...

Hey, folks! It's Kate here, welcoming you back to another episode of the Wedding Planning Collective Podcast. Today, I'm shaking things up a bit. Typically, I start my episodes with questions I frequently hear, but today, let's dive into a topic often overlooked in wedding planning: layouts or floor plans. Starting with the basics, I break down why having a well-thought-out wedding layout is crucial. It's not the most glamorous aspect of planning, but it can save you from chaos on your big day. We discuss the necessity of having both ceremony and reception layouts, debunking the myth that ceremony layouts are always unnecessary. Moving on, I delve into who typically handles these layouts and explore the pros and cons of venue assistance versus DIY. While venue coordinators can be a huge help, they often come with limitations on revisions and timing. We also touch on the practicalities of creating your own layout, including free tools like Aisle Planner, Social Tables, and All Seated. Understanding dimensions, guest flow, and space allocation are key components we delve into, ensuring your layout is both functional and elegant. Lastly, I provide a comprehensive list of elements to consider when crafting your layout, from seating arrangements to vendor stations, ensuring no detail is overlooked. And hey, I'd love to hear from you! Have you started your layout process yet? Head over to the Wedding Planning Collective Facebook Group and share your experience. If you found this episode valuable, please take a moment to rate and review. Your feedback helps us reach more couples navigating the wedding planning journey. Until next time, happy planning! Layout Checklist - https://www.planningcollective.com/layout Planning Collective Membership - https://www.planningcollective.com/membership Don't Forget List - https://planningcollective.myflodesk.com/dontforget --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/planning-collective/support

Happy Woo Wednesday! I have the one and only Heidi Thompson in in the Get a Heck YES house.Wedding pros, do you want more money in the bank now? You are going to love this episode because it's going to change your mindset from waiting and praying to let's get the ball rolling. You don't have to sit around twiddling your thumbs and quietly panicking while you wait for clients to find & book you.But because this is the prevailing wisdom in our industry, you don't realize just how much power you have as a wedding business owner to generate revenue on demand.Topic: Creating Revenue On DemandWhat it means to create revenue on demand on the wedding industry and how NO ONE is talking about it!When things are slow, you can sell to people in other ways.You can sell to potential clients, past clients, and fellow vendors.You can use promotions to make what you're selling irresistible without discounting.Heidi Thompson is the best-selling author of Clone Your Best Clients and the founder of Evolve Your Wedding Business where she helps wedding professionals grow 6 figure and multi-6 figure businesses without working all the time.Her business & marketing expertise has been featured on several wedding and business outlets and events including The Huffington Post, Wedding Business Magazine, Sprouting Photographer, WeddingMBA, Aisle Planner, Honeybook, and WeddingWire World.She is the creator and host of Book More Weddings Summit & Wedding Business CEO Summit. Over the past 10+ years, Heidi has helped thousands of wedding pros of all kinds across 6 continents grow their businesses without working 60+ hour weeks.Connect with Heidihttps://www.instagram.com/evolveyourweddingbusiness/ and https://www.facebook.com/groups/bookmoreweddingssummithttps://evolveyourweddingbusiness.com/revenue-on-demandConnect with Carissahttps://www.instagram.com/carissawoohttps://heckyesmedia.co/

In this episode of the Venue RX podcast, host Jonathan speaks with Sarah Kincaid from Aisle Planner, a software company for the wedding and events industry. They discuss the need for resources and best practices for venue owners, and Sarah explains the features of Aisle Planner, including lead management, contracting and proposal capabilities, and project management. She emphasizes the importance of having a process management system in place for venues and highlights the various tools and features of Aisle Planner that make it a valuable tool for the industry. They also discuss the benefits of using Aisle Planner for new venue owners and those just starting out in the industry. About Our Guest:  Aisle Planner is a simple, powerful, and complete software solution for the modern event professional. Designed by event pros for event pros, Aisle Planner is an all-in-one platform where you can market your business, connect with and close new clients, collaborate with  partners, and design and deliver spectacular events down to the very last detail.  Whether you're leading a global team to deliver a 1,000+ person gala, curating a catered event for 50, or scheduling an intimate family photo shoot, Aisle Planner's powerful platform helps you craft your customized marketing, sales, and project management journey to fit the unique needs of your venue business and exceed your clients' expectations. Originally from Maryland, Sara Kincaid has been a resident of California for the last 16 years and a part of the events industry for the past 12. She joined the Aisle Planner team as the Sales & Business Development Director. When not helping her fellow Industry Professionals set their businesses up for success, she is an avid hiker and backpacker, and lover of travel. When home, her free time is best spent outdoors in sunny San Diego with her friends and her rescue dog Arlo. Find Her Here:  Website: https://aisleplanner.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aisleplanner/?hl=en  Twitter: https://twitter.com/AislePlanner  Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/aisle-planner-inc-/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AislePlanner/ 

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Do you ever feel overwhelmed by the pressures of marketing your business? There are so many forces, pulling or pushing you to try the latest social platform, or are you blindly following the crowd? Heidi Thompson wants to help you Squash the Overwhelm and she shares her 5-steps for doing that in this episode.Listen to this new episode for some actionable steps on how you can feel less overwhelmed, and more in control!About Heidi:Heidi Thompson is the best-selling author of Clone Your Best Clients and the founder of Evolve Your Wedding Business where she helps wedding professionals grow 6 figure and multi-6 figure businesses without working all the time. Her business & marketing expertise has been featured on several wedding and business outlets and events including The Huffington Post, Wedding Business Magazine, Sprouting Photographer, WeddingMBA, Aisle Planner, Honeybook, WeddingWire World & she's an advisory board member for the UK Academy Of Wedding & Event Planning. She is the creator and host of Book More Weddings Summit & Wedding Business CEO Summit.heidi@evolveyourweddingbusiness.comhttp://www.evolveyourweddingbusiness.comhttps://www.evolveyourweddingbusiness.com/podcasthttp://www.instagram.com/evolveyourweddingbusinesshttps://www.facebook.com/evolveweddingbusinessukHere is free checklist that Heidi mentions on the podcast: https://evolveyourweddingbusiness.com/alanGet a free 14 day trial to my membership, The Wedding Business Collective, where Heidi helps wedding pros, like you, build a 6 figure business without working all the time. Her Create Your Overwhelm-Squashing Marketing Plan Course is inside and you can dive right into it here:https://theweddingbusinesscollective.com/For Your Free 14-Day Trial Use Coupon code: ALANIf you have any questions about anything in this, or any of my podcasts, or have a suggestion for a topic or guest, please reach out directly to me at Alan@WeddingBusinessSolutions.com or visit my website Podcast.AlanBerg.comPlease be sure to subscribe to this podcast and leave a review (thanks, it really does make a difference). If you want to get notifications of new episodes and upcoming workshops and webinars, you can sign up at www.ConnectWithAlanBerg.com 

Heidi Thompson is the best-selling author of Clone Your Best Clients and the founder of Evolve Your Wedding Business where she helps wedding professionals grow 6 figure and multi-6 figure businesses without working all the time. Her business & marketing expertise has been featured on several wedding and business outlets and events including The Huffington Post, Wedding Business Magazine, Sprouting Photographer, WeddingMBA, Aisle Planner, Honeybook, WeddingWire World & she's an advisory board member for the UK Academy Of Wedding & Event Planning. She is the creator and host of Book More Weddings Summit & Wedding Business CEO Summit.

What's the most important thing to do in marketing? We will continue from last week and discuss more about marketing and copyrighting with Tayler Cusick Hollman Tayler is the owner of TAYLRD Media + Designs, a Co-Founder of Sourced Co., Contributing Editor at WeddingPro, and the former Marketing Director at Aisle Planner. As a wedding industry marketing consultant and copywriter, she's spent over six years working with wedding pros to help them develop the skills, strategies, and stuff they need to market their businesses and build their brands. When Tayler's not talking shop, you can find her talking politics with anyone who will listen, whipping up something from scratch in her kitchen, or out riding or skiing a mountain somewhere. Topics of Discussion:⁣⁣⁣ ⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ - What's the most important thing to do in marketing? The answer is to speak to your ideal clients. Why is this important? It helps you cut through the noise - How do you make sure you're doing that? The answer is a) build your customer map to know who you are talking to, b) define your brand voice to define how you are saying things, c) create a marketing strategy to define where you are going to say it --------------------------------- Don't forget to grab your All-Access Pass or Wedding Pro Power Pack to the Wedding Business CEO Summit today at https://weddingbusinessgrowth.com/summit --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/weddingbusinessgrowth/message

What's the most important thing to do in marketing? We will continue from last week and discuss more about marketing and copyrighting with Tayler Cusick Hollman Tayler is the owner of TAYLRD Media + Designs, a Co-Founder of Sourced Co., Contributing Editor at WeddingPro, and the former Marketing Director at Aisle Planner. As a wedding industry marketing consultant and copywriter, she's spent over six years working with wedding pros to help them develop the skills, strategies, and stuff they need to market their businesses and build their brands. When Tayler's not talking shop, you can find her talking politics with anyone who will listen, whipping up something from scratch in her kitchen, or out riding or skiing a mountain somewhere. Topics of Discussion:⁣⁣⁣ ⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ - What's the most important thing to do in marketing? The answer is to speak to your ideal clients. Why is this important? It helps you cut through the noise - How do you make sure you're doing that? The answer is a) build your customer map to know who you are talking to, b) define your brand voice to define how you are saying things, c) create a marketing strategy to define where you are going to say it --------------------------------- Don't forget to grab your All-Access Pass or Wedding Pro Power Pack to the Wedding Business CEO Summit today at https://weddingbusinessgrowth.com/summit --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/weddingbusinessgrowth/message

Tayler is the owner of TAYLRD Media + Designs, a Co-Founder of Sourced Co., Contributing Editor at WeddingPro, and the former Marketing Director at Aisle Planner. As an industry marketing consultant and copywriter, she's spent over six years working with wedding pros to help them develop the skills, strategies, and stuff they need to market their businesses and build their brands. When Tayler's not talking shop, you can find her talking politics with anyone who will listen, whipping up something from scratch in her kitchen (ask her for her short ribs recipe), or out on her mountain bike (don't worry, she has all the pads).Company Website: https://www.taylrd.co/Company Website: https://www.sourcedco.com/

This week's hot topic? Interns. We're dishing where to find them, how to train them, and what type of work you should give them. Learn how Tracy's hiring process scores her the best of the best interns...and how Shannon could up her game. Plus: a listener question about Google Drive vs. programs like Aisle Planner and Basecamp.Discussed in This Episode:Handshake (https://joinhandshake.com/)Visit Our Website:https://www.WeddedPodcast.comGrab Our Freebies And Planning Tools:www.WeddedShop.comEmail Us All Of Your Questions and Comments:Questions@WeddedPodcast.comFind Us On Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/weddedpodcastRead About Our Hosts:Tracy Taylor Ward DesignWebsite: https://www.TracyTaylorWard.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/tracytaylorwardShannon Leahy EventsWebsite: https://www.ShannonLeahy.comInstagram: https://instagram.com/shannonleahyevents

When is it the right time to hire an employee versus contract workers?  Does a Business Plan have to be written?  These questions and many more are answered on today's podcast, with special guest Michelle Loretta With a degree in accounting, it seemed like Michelle had her career laid out for her when she began working in the corporate world at companies like Deloitte and Coach. It wasn't until she started a stationery business in 2004 that she discovered what many already knew at the time: The events industry was chockful of incredibly talented creatives, but few had the business experience to truly understand the strategy behind running a sustainable company.After spending a few years immersed in the industry, Michelle started a blog in 2009 aimed at educating fellow event professionals in the business of weddings. Be Sage Consulting quickly took off as it was one of the first B2B resources specifically tailored to creatives who wanted to become better entrepreneurs. Since then, her business has developed into a consultancy, and she now works one-on-one with event pros to adjust and redefine their business strategies. Be Sage Consulting also hosts an annual Be Sage Conference, which welcomes creative entrepreneurs from around the world for a weeklong mastermind on all things business.Michelle was named one of the Top 1000 Event Professionals by BizBash Magazine in 2019. Her thought leadership has carried over to her professional speaking circuit, where she has been asked to speak at numerous national conferences including The Special Event, WeddingWire World, NACE Experience, POSH Retreat, ABC, and BizBash Live, as well as local chapter meetings for WIPA and ILEA. She is also a regular contributor to Wedding Business Magazine and has been featured on Planners Lounge, WeddingIQ, Aisle Planner, and countless other industry publications. Behind The Veil Host: Keith Willard, CWP - Keith Willard EventsBehind The Veil Co-HostMarci Guttenber CPCE - An Affair To Remember by MarciBrooke Logan Stoner - Keith Willard EventsSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/BehindTheVeilShow)

About Megan Garmers: Megan Garmers, Founder and Director of The Bridal Masterclass, is a business coach and sales and marketing strategist with experience spanning the last 2 decades in multiple industries. She has taught for The Knot since 2011, named as one of their Educators and one of the "Top 100 Most Influential Wedding Pros”. She speaks across the globe at the various schools, individual companies, and industry events such as Wedding MBA, The Knot Pro Experience, Aisle Planner's Aisle Academy, and London Bridal Fashion Week.In this episode, Jamie, Heather, and Megan discuss:Engaging via Instagram for marketing and networking.Understanding proper engagement through the comments.Actively sharing your narrative to authentically connect with others.Recognizing and getting familiar with what your Instagram why is. Key Takeaways:Use Instagram to build relationships via social media, especially in this time that we can't always meet in person. Don't get overwhelmed and overly concerned with the algorithms.Recognize the demographic of your followers. Is it clients, vendors, or prospective clients?The biggest mistake you can make is not knowing or understanding your content strategy. "Just do what you know what you want to do." —  Megan Garmers Connect with Megan Garmers:Twitter: https://twitter.com/thebridalmaster  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thebridalmasterclass/   Website: https://thebridalmasterclass.mykajabi.com/   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_bridal_masterclass/  Connect with The Union Podcast:Website: https://theunionpodcast.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/unionpodcast/?hl=enShow: https://theunionpodcast.com/our-podcast/ Connect with Jamie:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdAcY6YGgF-RgGYXTsOENbAWebsite: https://jwcoordination.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jwcoordination/?hl=enFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/JWCoordination/ Connect with Heather:Website: https://theweddinghacker.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/weddinghackerInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/weddinghackerexpoPinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/theweddinghacker/ Show notes by Podcastologist: Kristen BraunAudio production by Turnkey Podcast Productions. You're the expert. Your podcast will prove it.  

She went from pursuing acting to being a fierce leader in the wedding industry and a marvelous podcast host. Listen to today's Law Chat episode featuring Renee Dalo. Episode Introduction:  In today’s Law Chat episode, we are accompanied by Renee Dalo who shares with us her journey from being a broadway actress to being a wedding planner and now creating top-notch resources for other people in the industry through her e-courses and her podcast, Talk With Renée Dalo. Episode Summary:  Renee Dalo shares how she went from planning a friend’s wedding to doing it as a hobby and then turning it into a thriving business post her own wedding when she realized that she wasn’t going to let anyone else be in charge of her destiny.  Main Takeaways: Being an entrepreneur isn’t easy. You take your work home and work at the oddest hours of the day but you know that every minute you spent working is an investment towards your future and freedom. Sometimes all you need to do is to keep moving forward - your mindset will comply.  As entrepreneurs, a lot of times we’re in our own way. We need to be able to step out of our own path and let us proceed.  If you’re dealing with a scarcity mindset, you can help yourself by self-educating through books, courses, podcasts, and other resources. Be the person you are, not the person your industry wants you to be. You can only attract your dream clients by staying true to your vision. Renee’s tips to nurture your CEO mindset:  Admit to yourself that you need a team. You might be really good at what you do but you can’t do it all alone. Have a working knowledge of your team’s tasks before you outsource. You should be able to explain your vision to your team and that requires you to know what it includes. Renee uses tools such as Asana, Honeybook, Aisle Planner, Canva, Kajabi, Wordpress, ScreenFlow, Planoly, and Calendly for her business. It is statistically proven that when women acquire wealth, they end up giving back to the community far more than their male counterparts.  A lawyer isn’t someone you should be afraid of, instead they’re someone you want on your team to keep your business protected.   Fun Facts About Renee Dalo: Renee’s favorite book is Red, White & Royal Blue by Casey McQuiston Her favorite TV series is Schitt's Creek   Find Renee Dalo: Website: https://www.reneedalo.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reneedalo/ Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rock-your-wedding-biz/id1383155622?mt=2 Get the visual experience, watch the videocast for the episode here: https://youtu.be/hsd2TXAOl7o   Connect With Girija: Website: https://www.gbplaw.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gbplaw/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GBPLaw/   Get Ready To Use Contact Templates At: https://yourcontractbuddy.com/  

With a degree in accounting, it seemed like Michelle had her career laid out for her when she began working in the corporate world at companies like Deloitte and Coach. It wasn't until she started a stationery business in 2004 that she discovered what many already knew at the time: The events industry was chock full of incredibly talented creatives, but few had the business experience to truly understand the strategy behind running a sustainable company. After spending a few years immersed in the industry, Michelle started a blog in 2009 aimed at educating fellow event professionals in the business of weddings.   Sage Wedding Pros quickly took off as it was one of the first B2B resources specifically tailored to creatives who wanted to become better entrepreneurs. Since then, her business has developed into a consultancy and she now works one-on-one with event pros to adjust and redefine their business strategies.   Sage Wedding Pros also hosts an annual Be Sage Conference, which welcomes creative entrepreneurs from around the world for a weeklong mastermind on all things business. Michelle was named one of the Top 1000 Event Professionals by BizBash Magazine in 2019. Her thought leadership has carried over to her professional speaking circuit, where she has been asked to speak at numerous national conferences including The Special Event, WeddingWire World, NACE Experience, POSH Retreat, ABC, and BizBash Live, as well as local chapter meetings for WIPA and ILEA. She is also a regular contributor to Wedding Business Magazine and has been featured on Planners Lounge, WeddingIQ, Aisle Planner, and countless other industry publications.   You will hear all about Michelle's incredible career journey and she will also be sharing her expert advice on 'The Amazon Effect –  How to Shift Your Event Business to the Demands of Today's Consumer.' We will finish up with 'What She Wishes Other Creatives Knew' and her 'Confetti Hour Confession.'   Featured Guest: Michelle Loretta of Sage Wedding Pros   Website: www.sageweddingpros.com   Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/SageWeddingPros   Instagram: @SageWeddingPros     Courses & Tools: https://sageweddingpros.com/small-business-online-courses-tools/     Free Cashflow Worksheet: https://sageweddingpros.com/2020/04/free-cashflow-plan-worksheet-for-event-businesses/     Hire Michelle to speak on The Amazon Effect: https://sageweddingpros.com/wedding-industry-speaker/     -   Thank you to our Sponsor!     Happily Ever Expo | Happily Ever Expo is offering a virtual expo where you can pre-record your pitch and will connect you with potential clients! Happily Ever Expo is also hosting an outdoor wedding expo on October 25th at Connemara House Farm in Topsfield, MA! Reach out today to get featured virtually or in person! Space is limited!! Visit their website happilyeverexpo.com for more information and email info@happilyeverexpo.com

Today, we are joined by Jaz, a Ugandan American bride, and her groom Rodney, a Haitian American, who are getting married in October. She reached out after episode 200 to open up a larger conversation about wedding planning while Black. Big Takeaways Suggestions from Jaz's email: 1) Highlighting a current black bride and her planning - not removed from the state of events but not only about that. Black women are disproportionately affected by covid, we are trying to stay positive and constructive during this enraging national uprising, and we still have to sift through wedding industry racism. I'd be willing to share my story with my fiancé on the show if you'd be open to that. 2) Please consider racial inclusion form this point forward. It still doesn't sit well that only two episodes touch upon race. And may seem small but some of your language is marginalizing. Talking to a stylist in one of your episodes about “skin color fabric” who's skin color? Is my skin not “normal”? Or giving advice on makeup and hair and ignoring the nuance and extra labor that black brides have to face to get the service we deserve. It's important and it ripples to brides and other industry professionals. Life after the uprisings, advice from Jaz: Approaching uninviting certain guests who aren't true allies. 1) Completely cut friends out of my life and reevaluating others; when I look out on my wedding day certain people would be a painful reminder that they don't fully see my humanity. 2) Considering breaking ties with vendors who aren't true allies (this is the hot topic in bridal communities right now for brides across cultures/race as they uncover guests who don't align with their values in light of everything going on.) 3) Reevaluating where I get my inspo (no longer supporting publications that ignore black brides) because it perpetuates the idea that our love doesn't matter. Advice from Jaz, in retrospect, and for current brides at the beginning of wedding planning: 1) Lean on your fiancé/fiancee! Rodney handled typical groom stuff like finding our band and handling his attire. But he also completely handled our website, guest list management, engagement shoot (in Morocco!), multi leg honeymoon planning, room-blocks/venue, budget management (Aisle Planner pro) and both our wedding bands! Pretty much anything that isn't planner related he's running it so I can focus on overall vision, design, and vendor management. If he hadn't been so hands on with all the things going on I don't even know where we'd be. 2) Marie Kondo it - we made a pact if something annoyed us, we ditched it. Guestbook, fancy invite designers (Minted baby), registry etc. My guests keep saying “I wish we ditched XYZ too it was such a headache”. New couples you can do that now! 3) For COVID brides (because this may drag on for the foreseeable future!), pay attention and support vendors that give couples some grace. My venue has been incredible and flexible and open to any solutions we put out there. On the other side, I had a potential makeup artist who was recommended left and right but wouldn't budge on a ridiculous client minimum of 10 different people getting services. For the foreseeable future, that's not going to be a thing. I don't think I have 10 guests total who would feel comfortable with getting a makeup service done this fall from a stranger. I personally think they're killing their own prospect conversion and it sends a terrible signal to couples that they aren't adjusting to the current state of affairs. 4) Shorter timeline brides (less than 9 months): you have to do your research and nail down a dream team much faster. I liked that because I loved checking things off but it can be a disaster if you don't know what you want yet or don't have clear budget or a planner helping. 5) Biggest learning from the short time window - try on and order a dress like yesterday if you want made to order (I'm sample size but so short that sample dresses weren't even an option)! 6) Have real, tough conversations - ask questions. If a vendor is not receptive or responsive - they're not the right vendor for you. Don't feel like you can't ‘ruffle feathers.' 7) You described to us how you felt almost forced to hire certain people and only after hiring them could really see where they stood. 8) Make vendors SHOW you not just give lip service. “If you're really representative, tell me about 5-6 black couples and vendors you've worked in the past few years”. 9) Tap into the resources: Black Brides, Munaluchi, B Collective, Junebug black vendor round ups and reach out to vendors you like and ask who they like working with. It took me way too long to realize that black/non-black ally vendors will warn you about venues and professionals who won't align with you. 10) Don't be afraid to travel your professionals if you can. I spent more mindshare trying to find perfect LA vendors than what travel fees would have cost me. Other cities may have way more options and traveling them in from more diverse industry pools could help you build a dream team (particularly the planner) 
 Links We Referenced https://terricainc.com (https://terricainc.com) instagram.com/daniellebaum.mua (https://www.instagram.com/daniellebaum.mua/) https://www.blackbride.com (https://www.blackbride.com) https://www.munaluchibridal.com (https://www.munaluchibridal.com) https://thebcollective.co (https://thebcollective.co) https://junebugweddings.com (https://junebugweddings.com) Quotes “My wedding planning story has hit every snag you can imagine. [...] fired first wedding planner who was giving us only 20% effort, navigating covid's affect on our wedding, moving cross country to LA, graduation, and now facing a reigniting racial uprising and constantly living with the pain and fear that every time my black fiancé goes out to Whole Foods he may not make it back home to me because of deep seated systematic societal hatred of our very existence.” - Jaz “I think in Covid, etiquette is out the window.” - Jaz Get In Touch EMAIL: thebigweddingplanningpodcast@gmail.com FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TBWPpodcast/ (https://www.facebook.com/TBWPpodcast/) INSTAGRAM: @thebigweddingplanningpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/thebigweddingplanningpodcast/) BE SURE TO USE THE HASHTAG: #planthatwedding TWITTER: @TBWPpodcast PHONE: (415) 723-1625 Leave us a message and you might hear your voice on the show! PATREON: www.patreon.com/thebigweddingplanningpodcast (https://www.patreon.com/thebigweddingplanningpodcast)

We live in an Amazon and Google world. Consumers expect immediate gratification, 24/7 support, and a polished online presence. Jamie Wolfer and Heather Loree Fier welcome Trevor Wessman-Lavelle from Aisle Planner to discuss the dramatic changes in client expectations over recent years. They dive into the realities of running a business in this 24/7/365 world, especially when you're running as a solopreneur. Now more than ever, small businesses need smart systems to deliver a product or service that the clients of today love. Allow Trevor to help figure out how we can let tech work for us to create a fuller customer experience, set clear boundaries, and have a better overall quality of life. Sharpen your tech game to deliver a stellar client experience through this great conversation. Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! Here's How » Join The Union Podcast community today: theunionpodcast.com

This week, Ashley sits down with wedding planner Josey Stafford, owner and lead planner at Sixpence Events and Wedding Planning. Josey is your hilarious, no-BS wedding planner that makes stressful situations not only less stressful, but down right fun!  She has some awesome resources and references for Twin Cities brides-to-be including a wedding planning website called Aisle Planner. Check out her other mentions here:Josey's Podcast -Under the VeilGood video by Jocko WillinkPhotographer mentioned - Kimberly Halverson of Studio KHWedding Venue Mentioned - Three Rivers ParksJosey's Blogpost - Things I Would Do Differently If I Planned My Wedding Again Learn more:Follow Josey on Instagram: @sixpenceeventsmnLearn more about Sixpence Events: www.sixpenceeventsmn.comFollow Wedded Wellness on Instagram: @wedded.wellnessLearn more about Wedded Wellness at www.weddedwellness.com.

Since 2004, Jack and Naomi have been making films and videos for a variety of wonderful and exciting clients. They film love stories, wedding films, corporate, non-profit videos. Naomi is a CCNY alum, a practicing stylist, filmmaker and director, who admits to a lifelong fascination with humans and their stories. She mentors film students in the studio's educational program, and is obsessed with color and texture. Jack is an Emerson College alum, a practicing DJ with an encyclopedic knowledge of music, a soundtrack designer, video producer and editor of special event, corporate and wedding videography and films. He has legendary status in the medium of montage. As partners in both work and life, between the two of them, Jack and Naomi are experienced as a dj, a relationship coach, teacher, wedding officiant, and two videographers! You are going to get a peek into Jack and Naomi's world and she will be speaking to us on ‘The Emotional Impact of Live Sound'. We will finish with what they wish other vendors knew and their Confetti Hour confessions! Featured Guest: Naomi Raiselle and Jack Brotman with GENERATIONS cinemastories! Website: www.generationscinemastories.com Instagram: @generationscinemastories - Thank you to our Sponsors! Happily Ever Expo | Visit happilyeverexpo.com for more information on becoming an exhibitor and be sure to mention the ‘confetti hour' when inquiring to receive 10% off your first expo! Valid for new exhibitors only. Aisle Planner | Fellow wedding professionals, to try Aisle Planner for yourself and see why their platform is the lifestyle shift your business needs, head to www.aisleplanner.com and use code ‘CONFETTI2019' to receive 25% off your first three months of your subscription. Book That Bride | Halima Hanemann of Lively Wed Academy is offering the ‘Book The Bride' online course, a four week course that walks you through everything you need to know to confidently book your next bride! The DIY version of the 4 week online course, 'Book That Bride' is $197! Head to theconfettihour.com to learn more.

In this interview, I meet with Trevor Wessman-lavelle VP, Sales and Marketing at Aisle Planner. https://www.aisleplanner.com/ Enjoy!

Dynamic, Infectious, Electric and EXPLOSIVE!! Voted Best of Boston 2018 by Boston Magazine and Best Wedding Band by the Boston A-List 2 years running, Hot Mess is one of Boston's Favorite Cover bands...and with Good Reason. A seasoned 9 Piece Ensemble boasting 5 lead vocalists, Hot Mess has been selected to perform at exclusive venues in and around Boston. Whether they are providing first-class music and entertainment for Corporate Events, Charitable Events and Private Parties, or adding the perfect touch to someone's Special Wedding Day; Hot Mess prides themselves on being able to tailor their unique blend of elegance and excitement to any event! With an unsurpassed passion for performing, and an incredibly diverse set list Hot Mess specializes in Pop, Rock, Soul, Funk, R&B, Top 40 and all of your favorite music from the 60's to present day radio hits. Jason Silverman founded Hot Mess in the summer of 2010, and since that time, he has had the pleasure of watching the band grow from one of Boston's hottest night club acts, to Boston's #1 Wedding/Special Event Band. With over 25 years of experience in the industry, Jason has been a staple in the Boston Music scene since the early 1990's. A former Boston Music Award nominee, you could regularly hear Jason's original music played on Rock Stations WAAF, WBCN, WFNX and WHJY. These days Jason specializes in creating the perfect song list for any occasion, and his ability to capture and engage any audience is second to none. His energy on stage is infectious, as is his passion for perfection which lends itself to the bands continued success. You are going to get a peek into Jason's world and we will be chatting about ‘The Common Goal''. We will finish up with his Confetti Hour confession and thoughts on the future! Featured Guest: Jason Silverman of Hot Mess Website: www.hotmessrocks.com Instagram: @hotmessboston Headshot: Sid Ceaser Photography - Thank you to our Sponsor! Aisle Planner | Fellow wedding professionals, to try Aisle Planner for yourself and see why their platform is the lifestyle shift your business needs, head to www.aisleplanner.com and use code ‘CONFETTI2019' to receive a 30 day free trial and 25% off your first three months of your subscription.

Phoebe Allen is an Event and Social Media Manager at AE Events. Her passion for people and the milestones they are celebrating, either personally or with a particular non-profit mission shine through at each event she produces. She is both socially and fiscally responsible in every aspect of what she does. She strives to inspire her coworkers through her own actions, experiences and beliefs and lives by two equally important mantras...that love, drive, and passion are the keys to success and to love - love (hence the reason why wedding are her most favorite events to produce). To unwind and recharge after putting her whole heart into planning weddings, galas, and celebrations of all sorts, you can see her working out, listening to music, or more importantly cuddling her English Springer Spaniel, Tucker. If she could have it her way, every meal would be served as followed: a chocolatey dessert first, followed by endless bites of hors d'oeuvres. You are going to get a peek into Phoebe's world and we will be speaking on 'How to Prove Yourself.' We will finish with what she wishes other vendors knew and her Confetti Hour confession. Featured Guest: Phoebe Allen of AE Events Website: www.aeevents.com Instagram: @phoebsallen of @aeevents Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/aeeventsdesign - Thank you to our Sponsor! Aisle Planner | Fellow wedding professionals, to try Aisle Planner for yourself and see why their platform is the lifestyle shift your business needs, head to www.aisleplanner.com and use code ‘CONFETTI2019' to receive 25% off your first three months of your subscription.

Jenny is the owner of Jenny's Wedding Cakes in Amesbury, Massachusetts. She has been designing award winning wedding and special occasion cakes for over 20 years. She has been studying classic food techniques on her own since she was a child and her passion for beautiful and exceptionally tasting food and desserts led her to self-train in baking and catering. Together with her background in art and education in marketing and business she was equipped to start a successful boutique wedding cake business emphasizing on classic aspects of design and style, small batch baking from scratch and personalized customer service. Jenny's work has been featured in several wedding publications and hardcover books, two world- wide publications. She has won several awards including Boston Magazine's Best of Weddings for Wedding Cakes in 2012 and 2018, as well as Improper Bostonian's Boston's Best 2017. Jenny is a devoted single mother of two teenage daughters and lives in Amesbury where she also bakes. She is also very focused on fitness and nutrition when not in the kitchen or at a wedding. You are going to get a peek into Jenny's world and she will be speaking to us on ‘Riding the Waves of Change After Twenty Years in Business'. We will finish with what she wishes other vendors knew and her Confetti Hour confession. Featured Guest: Jenny Williamson with Jenny's Wedding Cakes Website: www.jencakes.com Instagram: @jennys_wedding_cakes Headshot: Christian Pendergraft - Thank You to our Sponsor! Aisle Planner | Fellow wedding professionals, to try Aisle Planner for yourself and see why their platform is the lifestyle shift your business needs, head to www.aisleplanner.com and use code ‘CONFETTI2019' to receive 25% off your first three months of your subscription.

Get 30 Days of Aisle Planner FREE plus 25% Off Your First THREE Months! Get the Aisle Planner Discount and Learn More Here Renee Dalo from Moxie Bright Events is my guest today and she's here to share her best tips for how you can truly get the most out of your CRM System! Whether it's Dubsado, Honeybook, Aisle Planner or beyond, most of us are using some kind of CRM System in our wedding business......but we're likely not using it to its full advantage! Renee is here to remedy that! After more than 12 years in the industry, she's perfected her CRM strategy and will help you do the same. MORE ABOUT RENEE: Wedding planning wasn’t always in the cards for Renée. Instead, what started out as a seemingly one-time favor for a friend evolved into a thriving side-hustle to her acting career. When it was her turn to walk down the aisle, she flipped the script and discovered that the wedding industry was truly where she belonged. Shortly after her “I do’s,” she started Moxie Bright Events, a boutique wedding planning company, and never looked back. It wasn’t long before fellow industry pros were looking to her for advice. With over 12 years of experience under her belt, Renée turned her knowledge towards the advancement of the industry as a whole and launched her top-notch educational resources for event pros. In addition to her self-guided Wedding Management e-course, Renée is also the founder and host of the popular B2B podcast, Rock Your Wedding Biz and host of Talk with Renee Dalo, her currently airing podcast. Renée is a fan favorite on the speaker circuit, taking the stage at conferences across the country, including Wedding MBA, Creative at Heart, Let’s Plan Conference, and Tide Talk LA. She is recognized across the industry, having earned a coveted spot on Honeybook’s 20 On The Rise list, and she contributes frequently to industry publications. She currently serves as the Vice President of WIPA Southern California and has also held leadership roles in The Association of Bridal Consultants and The Rising Tide Society.

With more than a decade of experience in the event industry, Renée Sabo knows exactly what it takes to design the wedding day her clients have always envisioned. Her career within the Boston event industry includes working with two luxury wedding planning firms in the New England area, in addition to her roles at as a Catering Sales Manager at the Hyatt Regency Boston and Social Catering Manager at the New England Aquarium. Today, Renée is the owner and lead wedding consultant of Urban Soirée, which provides full-service wedding planning, design & event management to couples in the New England area and beyond. Her heart beats for intimate, ethereal, and timeless celebrations, and she's been honored to receive numerous awards, including the ‘2019 Best Planner' by ILEA Boston, Wedding Wire's Couple's Choice Award 2017-2020, The Knot Best of Weddings 2019, and was voted as as one of the ‘Top Wedding Planners' by Boston's A-List. In addition to Urban Soirée, Renée has a passion for educating aspiring wedding professionals and cultivating community within our industry. When she's not working with brides and grooms-to-be, you can find Renée on her podcast, ‘The Confetti Hour' hosting candid conversations with the most inspiring guests, or at Everyday Creative coaching fellow small business owners. Featured Guest: Renée Sabo of Urban Soirée™ and The Confetti Hour Website: www.urban-soiree.com + www.theconfettihour.com Instagram: @urban_soiree, @theconfettihour - Thank you to Blair Mitcham of BAM Events for hosting our show today! - Thank You to our Sponsors! -The Tannery Loft | With membership tiers designed specially for our industry, planners and photographers alike can enjoy access to The Tannery Loft for styled shoots, open studio hours, VIP workshops, events, and more. For further information on becoming a member, head to thetanneryloft.com/memberships. Get your first month free when you sign up for a 6 month membership and mention promo code "confetti.” -Aisle Planner | Fellow wedding professionals, to try Aisle Planner for yourself and see why their platform is the lifestyle shift your business needs, head to www.aisleplanner.com and use code ‘CONFETTI2019' to receive 25% off your first three months of your subscription.

Blair Mitcham is the owner and lead planner for BAM Events. Blair created BAM Events after diving in other pockets of the event industry and found her home at leading the helm of each wedding day. Blair's passion and hustle is noticeable while planning and on site day of. She loves bringing clients hard work and details to life while guiding them on the path of less stress more fun wedding planning. BAM Events specializes in tented wedding and day of management. Blair is also the International Live Events Association, Boston Chapter President. Blair received her event planning certificate in 2016. BAM events just celebrated 4 years! You will hear all about Blair's journey from getting into the event industry and now running her own business and serving as the President of ILEA Boston, then we will be chatting about ‘The Importance of Adapting to Every Client & Event.' Featured Guest: Blair Mitcham of BAM Events Website: www.bamevents.net Instagram: @detaileddiva, @b_unit16 - Thank You to our Sponsors! -The Tannery Loft | With membership tiers designed specially for our industry, planners and photographers alike can enjoy access to The Tannery Loft for styled shoots, open studio hours, VIP workshops, events, and more. For further information on becoming a member, head to thetanneryloft.com/memberships. Get your first month free when you sign up for a 6 month membership and mention promo code "confetti.” -Aisle Planner | Fellow wedding professionals, to try Aisle Planner for yourself and see why their platform is the lifestyle shift your business needs, head to www.aisleplanner.com and use code ‘CONFETTI2019' to receive 25% off your first three months of your subscription. -The RRE Method | Join us at the Artful Wedding Production Workshop from March 3-4, 2020 workshop in Winston-Salem, NC, hosted by the team at Rebecca Rose Events! Head to www.rremethod.com/workshops to learn more, register and enter code ‘confetti150' at checkout for $150 off your registration fee. As an added bonus, any attendee to purchase a ticket using our code will also be automatically entered to win a 3-hour coaching session post-workshop, a value of $1100!

Lora Weaver spent 10 years leading the event planning and management team for an event productions company that produced regional and national dance competitions and conventions. After that she worked as a matchmaker helping singles create their own love stories. She is also a Certified Infant Massage Teacher. With such versatile experience in event planning, matchmaking, and infant massage on top of planning a number of bridal showers, bachelorette parties and her own wedding at the same time, Lora decided to fill the need for a true modern wedding show for the current day bride. This idea spun into producing expos for her brides as they become expectant and new moms! And Voila! All Event Weaver and its events, Happily Ever Expo and Bibs & Cribs Baby Expo, were born! You are going to hear all about Lora's journey and what led her to creating her business, plus she will be speaking to us on ‘How to Showcase Your Brand with Face to Face Marketing.' Her tips can help those wedding pros looking to host a station at a wedding expo or any networking event where you are showcasing your brand. We will finish with what ‘She Wishes Other Vendors Knew' and her ‘Confetti Hour Confession'. Featured Guest: Lora Weaver of All Event Weaver, Happily Ever Expo & Bibs and Cribs Baby Expo Websites: alleventweaver.com, happilyeverexpo.com, bibsandcribsbabyexpo.com Instagram: @alleventweaver, @happilyeverexpo, @bibsandcribsbabyexpo If you are a wedding pro interested in becoming an exhibitor at an upcoming Happily Ever Expo, reach out to Lora at lora@alleventweaver.com and mention this confetti hour episode to receive $100 off your vendor space. - Thank You to our Sponsors! -The Tannery Loft | With membership tiers designed specially for our industry, planners and photographers alike can enjoy access to The Tannery Loft for styled shoots, open studio hours, VIP workshops, events, and more. For further information on becoming a member, head to thetanneryloft.com/memberships. Get your first month free when you sign up for a 6 month membership and mention promo code "confetti.” -Aisle Planner | Fellow wedding professionals, to try Aisle Planner for yourself and see why their platform is the lifestyle shift your business needs, head to www.aisleplanner.com and use code ‘CONFETTI2019' to receive 25% off your first three months of your subscription. -The RRE Method | Join us at the Artful Wedding Production Workshop from March 3-4, 2020 workshop in Winston-Salem, NC, hosted by the team at Rebecca Rose Events! Head to www.rremethod.com/workshops to learn more, register and enter code ‘confetti150' at checkout for $150 off your registration fee. As an added bonus, any attendee to purchase a ticket using our code will also be automatically entered to win a 3-hour coaching session post-workshop, a value of $1100!

Halima Hanemann is a wedding planner of over 9 years, and a coach to wedding planners. She started her wedding business with 0 and grew it to a fully booked business, as well as trained a team of professional planners, in less than 12 months, all because of her sales system she created. Her wedding planning business is still running strong today, and she now teaches wedding planners how to master their sales, lead consultations confidently, grow their businesses, and make more money. You will hear all about Halima's journey and she will be sharing insightful and actionable tips on ​'​Mastering Your Wedding Sales​.' We will finish up with ‘What She Wishes Other Vendors Knew' and her ‘Confetti Hour Confessions.' Featured Guest: Halima Hanemann of Lively Wed Academy Website: www.livelywed.com Instagram: @livelywedacademy Download Halima's exact script that she uses to book her brides within 24 hours of the consultation. Get your free copy at www.livelywed.com/script! - Thank You to our Sponsors! -The Tannery Loft | With membership tiers designed specially for our industry, planners and photographers alike can enjoy access to The Tannery Loft for styled shoots, open studio hours, VIP workshops, events, and more. For further information on becoming a member, head to thetanneryloft.com/memberships. Get your first month free when you sign up for a 6 month membership and mention promo code "confetti.” -Aisle Planner | Fellow wedding professionals, to try Aisle Planner for yourself and see why their platform is the lifestyle shift your business needs, head to www.aisleplanner.com and use code ‘CONFETTI2019' to receive 25% off your first three months of your subscription. -The RRE Method | Join us at the Artful Wedding Production Workshop from March 3-4, 2020 workshop in Winston-Salem, NC, hosted by the team at Rebecca Rose Events! Head to www.rremethod.com/workshops to learn more, register and enter code ‘confetti150' at checkout for $150 off your registration fee. As an added bonus, any attendee to purchase a ticket using our code will also be automatically entered to win a 3-hour coaching session post-workshop, a value of $1100!

Artistic Blossoms has been producing fresh & innovative designs for Boston weddings and corporate events for over 32 years. Artistic Blossoms was the creative vision of founder and lead designer, Kelly Dolloff, an artist formally trained as a painter and glassblower, who ultimately discovered flowers as the perfect extension of her craft. After growing up in the industry, Kelly's daughter, Camille, joined the team full time in 2011. Together, Kelly & Camille lead Artistic Blossoms known for its innovative design, product of the highest quality, family-owned ethic, and down-to-earth service. Featured Guests: Kelly and Camille Dolloff of Artistic Blossoms Floral Design Studio Website: www.artisticblossoms.com Instagram: @artisticblossoms // @daughtersofAB - Thank You to our Sponsors! -The Tannery Loft | With membership tiers designed specially for our industry, planners and photographers alike can enjoy access to The Tannery Loft for styled shoots, open studio hours, VIP workshops, events, and more. For further information on becoming a member, head to thetanneryloft.com/memberships. - The RRE Method: Artful Wedding Production Workshop from March 3-4, 2020 workshop in Winston-Salem, NC.hosted by the team at Rebecca Rose Events. Head to www.rremethod.com/workshops to learn more, register and enter code ‘confetti150' at checkout for $150 off your registration fee. As an added bonus, any attendee to purchase a ticket using our code will also be automatically entered to win a 3-hour coaching session post-workshop, a value of $1100! -Aisle Planner | Fellow wedding professionals, to try Aisle Planner for yourself and see why their platform is the lifestyle shift your business needs, head to www.aisleplanner.com and use code ‘CONFETTI2019' to receive 25% off your first three months of your subscription.

Becca Atchison is the founding partner of destination wedding planning, design, and production firm, Rebecca Rose Events, and serves as the company's creative director. With over 16 years of experience in the special events industry, she has created and executed events from intimate dinners for 10 to formal galas for 800. Together with her business partner, Betsy Krug, and their talented team, Becca is proud to have built a boutique event firm that specializes in destination weddings and bespoke social events and enjoys a national reputation for its unique approach to event production. Becca also enjoys coaching and consulting work and is passionate about helping others succeed in this industry. You will hear all about Becca's incredible journey and she will be teaching us on ‘Ditching the Fear to Sell with Confidence'! As always, we will finish with what she wishes other vendors knew and her Confetti Hour confession. Featured Guest: Becca Atchison of Rebecca Rose Events Website: www.rebeccaroseevents.com // www.rremethod.com Instagram: @rroseevents // @beccaroseatchison To join Rebecca Rose Events for their next Artful Wedding Production workshop on March 3-4, 2020 (with an option to add a third day for those who are excited to focus on design!), learn more details at www.rremethod.com. - Thank You to our Sponsors! -The Tannery Loft | With membership tiers designed specially for our industry, planners and photographers alike can enjoy access to The Tannery Loft for styled shoots, open studio hours, VIP workshops, events, and more. For further information on becoming a member, head to thetanneryloft.com/memberships! -LUX BOX | A full-service gifting company that specializes in customized gifts for any occasion whether it be weddings, corporate functions or social events. Check out their website to see some of their past work as well as their line of pre-curated boxes and their new holiday gifts at luxboxco.com. LUX BOX is offering a 15% discount for Confetti Hour listeners! Use promo code ‘CONFETTI15' at luxboxco.com! -Aisle Planner | Fellow wedding professionals, to try Aisle Planner for yourself and see why their platform is the lifestyle shift your business needs, head to www.aisleplanner.com and use code ‘CONFETTI2019' to receive 25% off your first three months of your subscription.

Tasha Bracken, Principal Event Producer and Owner of Tasha Bracken Events. After almost two decades as a professional wedding planner, Tasha Bracken has left her mark on the Boston wedding scene. Her work has graced countless prestigious publications like Grace Ormonde, Style Me Pretty and Carats and Cake. Tasha's event designs are inspired by the individuality and personality of each of her clients. Her design aesthetic is heavily influenced by her love of fashion, travel and fine entertaining. Whether it's a wedding, dinner party, birthday or anniversary, Tasha views each celebration as an opportunity to tell her client's story. Her event designs are always infused with “thoughtful touches” in order to heighten the guest experience. Tasha loves the logistical details that are the foundation of any exceptional event. She is a strong believer that meticulous pre-planning can ensure event success. Many have said her timeline structure is one of the most detailed in the industry - A compliment that Tasha takes great pride in! You are going to get a peek into Tasha's world and she will also be speaking on ‘Pivoting to Longevity'. We will finish with what she wishes other vendors knew and after a glass of bubbly, her confetti hour confession! Featured Guests: Tasha Bracken of Tasha Bracken Events Website: www.tashabrackenevents.com Instagram: @tashabrackenevents Learn more about The Protege Collaborative being held on Sunday, January 12. 2020! — Thank You to our Sponsor! Aisle Planner | Fellow wedding professionals, to try Aisle Planner for yourself and see why their platform is the lifestyle shift your business needs, head to www.aisleplanner.com and use code ‘CONFETTI2019' to receive 25% off your first three months of your subscription.

LUX BOX company is a customized gifting company creating personalized thoughtful and beautiful gifts for weddings, corporate and social events. LUX BOX was co-founded by Anne-Marie Blatchford, Chloé Hantho and Olivia Jette. Anne-Marie comes from a marketing and interior design background. She ran her own design firm based in Montreal for 12 years. Anne-Marie also has extensive corporate board experience. Chloé graduated in 2016 from Dalhousie University in Halifax, Nova Scotia with an Entrepreneurship degree and wanted to start her own business right out of school. Chloé has always loved photography and graphic design. She has an excellent eye for balance, colors and textures. Olivia is a 2012 Babson College graduate, also graduated with an Entrepreneurship degree. Oliva worked with the fashion company NIC+ZOE for 5 years as well as Wayfair as a category manager before coming on board to Lux Box full time. She brings strong salesmanship, corporate experience and workflow management that has been an asset for the growth of Lux Box. She also has an incredible sense of style and aesthetics! Anne-Marie, Chloé and Olivia share the ups and downs of starting their business and you won't want to miss hearing all about their incredible journey and mindset when it came to creating their business. You will also get an inside look at what there day to day looks like working as a mother-daughters trio! Featured Guests: Anne-Marie Blatchford, Chloé Hantho and Olivia Jette of LUX BOX company Website: luxboxco.com Instagram: @luxboxco — Thank You to our Sponsors! LUX BOX Company | Our lovely guest, LUX BOX, is offering a 15% discount for Confetti Hour listeners! Use promo code ‘CONFETTI15' at luxboxco.com! Fellow wedding professionals, to try Aisle Planner for yourself and see why their platform is the lifestyle shift your business needs, head to www.aisleplanner.com and use code ‘CONFETTI2019' to receive 25% off your first three months of your subscription.

Ashley Machon, Senior Event Designer, Operations Manager and Social Media Manager at Ryan Designs. Ashley assists clients, planners & vendors with designing their overall look they're trying to achieve with inspiration photos & custom layouts. Ashley graduated from Community College of Rhode Island with a degree in Hotel, Hospitality & Tourism, as well as the New York Art Institute of Design for Wedding & Event Planning. Her biggest accomplishments has been growing Ryan Designs to where it is today, along with her dedicated and hardworking co-workers. Ashley has had the opportunity to build relationships with up in-coming vendors + planners that now directly work with her through Ryan Designs to assist with their events. She truly enjoys working with people to create the perfect look for their special event or styled shoot. With an easy to work with and laid back persona as well as being, super organized, detail oriented, logistical, and able to easily work under pressure, Ashley has become the go-to contact for several vendors throughout the New England area. You are going to get a peek into Ashley's world and she will be speaking on ‘The Value of Vendor Relationships'. We will finish with what she wishes other vendors knew and her confetti hour confession! Featured Guest: Ashley Machon of Ryan Designs Website: www.ryan-designs.com Instagram: @ryandesignsri , @shleebert - Thank you to our sponsor: Fellow wedding professionals, to try Aisle Planner for yourself and see why their platform is the lifestyle shift your business needs, head to www.aisleplanner.com and use code ‘CONFETTI2019' to receive 25% off your first three months of your subscription.

Monique's passion for events started at an early age in restaurants and catering and she finally found her feet when she started working for Willowdale Estate in January of 2012. For several years she has worked with hundreds of couples to create and execute memorable events in her roles as Event Coordinator, Planning and Production Manager and Director of Events. Most recently (you heard it here first!) she has accepted the position of Vice President of Operations, ensuring that the day-to-day operations of both properties run with utmost efficiency and the highest level of customer service and hospitality. Monique will be sharing her insight on ‘How to Advocate for Yourself Throughout Your Career.' From position to position, Monique has found a way to advocate for her value within her company over the last 7 years. She will talk about the importance of learning how to advocate for yourself and explain how it can open up opportunities that you didn't even think could happen for your career. Featured Guest: Monique Jeffrey, CSEP, the Vice President of Operations for Bramble Hospitality Group Websites: www.willowdaleestate.com + www.briarbarninn.com Instagrams: @willowdaletoday, @briarbarninn, @groverowley, @thespa_rowley - Thank You to Our Sponsor! Fellow wedding professionals, to try Aisle Planner for yourself and see why their platform is the lifestyle shift your business needs, head to www.aisleplanner.com and use code ‘CONFETTI2019' to receive 25% off your first three months of your subscription.

Nicole is an attorney + founder of Sprout Law, a law firm for women. She helps women with business registration, trademarks, copyrights, contracts, and funding. She's spoken at South by Southwest and Alt Summit (which is where we met!). She is featured as an expert in the Washington Post, Girlboss, Brit + Co, Hello Giggles, Belong, Bustle, and CNBC. Tune is as we give each other compliment sandwiches, hear about Nicole's truly inspiring entrepreneurial journey and chat all things legal that you should be aware of as a small business owner. Featured Guest // Nicole Swartz of Sprout Law + The Sprout Society Instagram: @sproutlaw // @thesproutsociety Website: www.sproutlaw.com // www.thesproutsociety.com - Thank you to Our Sponsor: Aisle Planner | Fellow wedding professionals, to try Aisle Planner for yourself and see why their platform is the lifestyle shift your business needs, head to www.aisleplanner.com and use code CONFETTI2019 to receive 25% off your first three months of your subscription.

While Trevor spent the bulk of his career working for brands and agencies serving the sporting goods, active lifestyle and cosmetics segments including Reef, Sephora, Merrell, Taylormade & Adidas with a focus on consumer experience, he started in the weddings and special events industry working in San Diego with a prominent floral and decor company selling and designing and executing weddings and special events. A surfer, husband and broke father of two girls, Trevor is madly passionate about the human aspect of business, building relationships with meaning and finding fantastic brand stories that inspire people to find their best business selves. You are going to hear all about Trevor's journey, all about Aisle Planner and how they serve wedding creatives. In addition, he will be speaking on the topic of ‘Humanized Technology' and what a huge impact on our future as creatives and how to embrace it! We will finish with what he wishes other creatives knew and his confetti hour confession! - Aisle Planner is excited to announce the launch of The Aisle Planner Experience" an exclusive education and networking event designed to inspire, inform and encourage deeper engagement with Aisle Planner's "Power of One": their full suite of marketing and publishing, client management, and planning and project management tools. All in one place. All behind one login. Taking place in Las Vegas on Monday, October 14th ahead of this year's Wedding MBA, Aisle Planner is partnering with the Sahara Hotel, Amber Anderson of Refine, Renee Dalo, and Ashley Stork of Wedding Business Bosses. Together, they are crafting a one-of-a-kind experience to bring our community of wedding creatives building companies closer, and empowering you with teachings and technology designed by pros, for pros, to make you the most effective weddings and events business boss you can be. In addition to sessions on 'Mastering Your Sales Process, 'Wedding Planning Workflow' and 'Wedding Day Success,' as well as great gifts and offers from their presenters and sponsors including Generation Tux, Fifty Flowers and BBJ Linens, the AP Experience is an event you won't want to miss! For further information and to reserve your seat, head to AP|EX Vegas Event Page today! - Featured Guest // Trevor Wessman-Lavelle the VP of Sales & Marketing at Aisle Planner Instagram: @aisleplanner Website: www.aisleplanner.com - Thank you to our sponsors: Aisle Planner | To try Aisle Planner for yourself and see why their platform is the lifestyle shift your business needs, head to www.aisleplanner.com and use code ‘CONFETTI2019'to receive 25% off your first three months of your subscription. JNG Event Consulting | To connect with JNG, head to www.jngeventconsulting.com or @jngeventconsulting or find Jimmy on his TV show ‘Jimmy's Decorative Moments' @jimmysdecorativemoments!

This week we were joined by Meredith Ryncarz of Meredith Ryncarz Photography and the Restart Specialist! Those are both websites and YouTube channels full of educational content for photographers. If you’re not familiar with either of those, then you may have seen her work in Forbes, Southern Living, Tidewater and Tulle, Southern Weddings, Bokeh and Aisle Planner. We talk with Meredith about relocating your business in a new city, finding second shooters in a new city, how you can find and exploit weaknesses in a new market, and about some great tips for getting your name out there and networking when you move. This episode is jam packed with great information. Beer Talk: Meredith - Johnnie Walker Blue Label Dustin - Pool Time Ale from Bell's Brewery Steve - The CPA (creamy peach ale) from Taxman Brewing Company Q&A: Is there a good way to let another photographer know they're overexposing their photos? How do you let a bride know you're not her planner/coordinator? If you accidentally edit a baby photo to look like a Twilight vampire, do you stick with it or change things up? If you loved hearing from Meredith and want to get more educational tips from her or just check out her work then hit up these links: Meredith Ryncarz Photography, The Restart Specialist, Meredith Ryncarz YouTube, The Restart Specialist YouTube, Meredith Ryncarz Instagram, and The Restart Specialist Instagram. Want more? Get bonus content like outtakes from this episode where Meredith talks about her camera gear and flashes at steveanddustinsavetheworld.com Join the hungover community: Wedding Hangover Facebook Group Connect with us: Facebook Page, Instagram, Twitter This podcast is edited by Bespoke Tone. Go to Bespoke Tone for all your photo, video, and audio editing needs. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/weddingphotohangover/message

Sarah, a Boston native, has been planning events of all sizes for more than 15 years. She was working in nonprofit and corporate events, planning their fundraisers and other large-scale events, when she took the leap to start her own event coordination business Without A Hitch. Most recently, Sarah has launched a new business venture with her mother: a brand new event venue located just north of Boston called Olio. I am so excited for you to hear Sarah's journey from operating a successful event coordination business to launching a gorgeous new venue, she is one to watch and one to learn from and this episode is such a treat for you #confettihoursquad. We will also touch on Life as Entrepreneurs and the highs and lows we've found since opening our businesses. We will finish with what she wishes other vendors knew and her confetti hour confession! Featured Guest:Sarah Narcus of Without A Hitch & Olio Website: www.withoutahitchboston.com + www.oliopeabody.com Instagram: @withoutahitchbo + @oliopeabody ——— This week's episode is sponsored by Aisle Planner! To try Aisle Planner for yourself and see why their platform is the lifestyle shift your business needs, head to www.aisleplanner.com and use code CONFETTI2019 to receive 25% off your first three months of your subscription.

Tayler is the Co-Founder of Sourced Co., owner of TAYLRD Media + Designs, and formerly was the Marketing Director at Aisle Planner. As wedding industry marketing consultant, she works with wedding professionals to help them develop the skills, strategies, and stuff they need to market their businesses and build their brands. For more resources, go to https://daveyandkrista.com/btb-tayler-hollman-episode-48/.

Two planners give you all the advice we've got on how to shop for beer, wine and liquor for your wedding, and what to do if you over estimate. Click play to listen now! Feel free to take notes because this information is G-O-O-D. Don't forget to leave a FIVE star review if you love listening! You can find Rosetree Events online https://www.rosetreeevents.com/ and on social media @rosetreeevents Thanks to show sponsors: Studio Americana https://studioamericana.com/  Aisle Planner https://www.aisleplanner.com/ - code UTV  

Once again I have former Sixpence Events clients Kayla and Dylan on the show, talking all about their wedding decor. Seriously, heed their advice and do NOT procrastinate. Other great tips once you hit PLAY :)   Thank you to our sponsors:  Aisle Planner: https://www.aisleplanner.com/  Studio Americana: https://studioamericana.com/  Sixpence Events & Planning: https://www.sixpenceeventsmn.com/  Be sure to follow us on Instagram @undertheveil.co

I've done it before and I feel like it's especially insightful, bringing on my wedding planning clients who've recently wed so that you can hear, from their perspective, what the ups and the downs were. Kayla and Dylan are nice enough to share their wedding details, so have a listen and learn how to DIY your wedding the right way. If you enjoy this episode please review it in Apple Podcast! Thank you to our sponsors:  Aisle Planner: https://www.aisleplanner.com/  Studio Americana: https://studioamericana.com/  Sixpence Events & Planning: https://www.sixpenceeventsmn.com/  Be sure to follow us on Instagram! @undertheveil.co

I'm just getting started in this podcast and I'd love to know: what kind of advice are you looking for? Listen to this episode for a great recap on all things season 3! Thank you to our sponsors:  Aisle Planner: https://www.aisleplanner.com/  Studio Americana: https://studioamericana.com/  Sixpence Events & Planning: https://www.sixpenceeventsmn.com/  Be sure to follow us on Instagram or join the Facebook group 028 Wedding Contracts for Wedding Vendors 029 How to Make Your Wedding Legally Binding 030 Do I Need a Wedding Designer (the answer is yes) 031 Wedding Dos and Wedding Don'ts 032 Wedding Flowers: All the Basics 033 The One Where We Digress from the Topic of Wedding Photography 034 The Best Wedding Planning Tool (Ever) 035 The Best Client Management Tool for Wedding Planners 036 Everything You Need to Know About Tents, Tables + Chairs 037 Renting Your Wedding Decor 038 Wedding Gift Boxes 039 How to Add Your Dogs to Your I Do Day

Are you trying to figure out how to incorporate your fur babies into your wedding? Or just the logistics of having them there for family photos? Lara and I are diving into all things pets and weddings, click to listen! Doggy Social website: https://www.doggysocialmn.com/ Doggy Social instagram: https://www.instagram.com/doggysocial_mn/ Show notes: https://www.undertheveil.co/episode/episode-039 Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/undertheveilpodcast/ Thank you to this episode sponsor: Aisle Planner. If you haven't checked them out already, now's your chance: https://www.aisleplanner.com/ 

The power of a thank you gift. It shows you know proper etiquette, but it also makes you seem infinitely more kind and caring and thoughtful. Laura and I are going to brainstorm all the ways wedding gift boxes can help you be married happily. Show notes: https://www.undertheveil.co/episode/episode-038 Minny + Paul: https://www.instagram.com/minnyandpaul/  Minny + Paul Instagram: http://www.minnyandpaul.com/#gift-boxes-section  Show sponsor, Aisle Planner: https://www.aisleplanner.com/ 

A huge part of your wedding day revolves around the decor. Set up, take down; transport to the venue, transport home from the venue. Rent or buy or create. Trisha is helping you sort through all of the decisions in today's episode, be sure to check her out: Website: https://www.vanillagoldmn.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vanillaandgold/ Show notes: https://www.undertheveil.co/episode/episode-037 Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/undertheveilpodcast/   Thank you to this episode's sponsor, Aisle Planner. Literally my favorite wedding planning tool EVER>> https://www.aisleplanner.com/ (vendors use code UTV)

This wedding planning podcast episode is jam packed with stern words of wisdom on why you need a tent for your backyard wedding, why your guests will leave if you don't and how you can avoid complete disaster for your wedding. It all starts with a tent. Show notes: https://www.undertheveil.co/episode/episode-036 Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/undertheveilpodcast/ Apres: http://www.apresparty.com/ Apres Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/apreseventandtent/ Check out our show sponsor and start planning like a pro with Aisle Planner: https://www.aisleplanner.com/   

I had to! I had to pick Tayler's brain and get all the goods for just us wedding planners. Because I use the program daily and because I want you to get the same good use of it, Aisle Planner is offering you a free trial. Go to https://www.aisleplanner.com/ and use the code UTV to get started today! Show notes: https://www.undertheveil.co/episode/episode-0035 Wedding business consulting (to pick my brain): https://www.sixpenceeventsmn.com/wedding-consultant 

Aisle Planner. Not just the show's sponsor. A tool I LOVE. A software program you should be using. And the best way to get your wedding planned with less stress and more woo hoos. Tayler is Editor in Chief and she is really going to tell you how to get the most out of the tool. https://www.aisleplanner.com/  Show notes: https://www.undertheveil.co/episode/episode-034   

STOP! Before you get into the thick of your wedding please, please, please listen to this episode. I promise to be gentle, thorough, and moderately funny. Show notes: https://www.undertheveil.co/episode/episode-031 Sixpence Website: https://www.sixpenceeventsmn.com/ Episode Sponsor, Aisle Planner: https://www.aisleplanner.com/  

Are you looking for the absolute best way to personalize your wedding? Stop pinning on Pinterest and listen to this episode to learn exactly what a wedding designer is and how one can truly elevate your wedding A game. Show notes: https://www.undertheveil.co/episode/episode-030 A Vintage Touch Website: https://www.avintagetouchweddings.com/  A Vintage Touch Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/avintagetouchweddings/  Episode Sponsor, Aisle Planner: https://www.aisleplanner.com/ 

That's right! Another season has flown by! Thank you so much for listening and don't forget to share with your friends and to leave a 5 star review, I'll read it like I did the other 5 star-ers in this episode. Show notes and links to all the other show notes can be found: https://www.undertheveil.co/episode/episode-027 Thank you to Season 2 sponsor Aisle Planner! https://www.aisleplanner.com/ P.S. Season 3 we've got Tayler from Aisle Planner on the show - be sure to hit subscribe so you never miss an episode (and so your wedding can be better planned and you can be more prepared).

If you are getting married then you are likely also signing a bunch of shit. Like your marriage license, but also like a dozen or so wedding vendor contracts. My best lawyer friend, Wynne, is breaking down what should be in those contracts and how you can best protect your wedding. Show notes: https://www.undertheveil.co/episode/episode-026 The Creative's Counsel Website: http://www.reece-law.com/creativescounsel The Creative's Counsel Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecreativescounsel/ Episode Sponsor, Aisle Planner: https://www.aisleplanner.com/ 

After about 50 weddings I took the time to reflect and brain storm  a list of 6 (because it’s my favorite number) wedding planning pain points and I’m sharing them with you in this episode, also I’ll talk about how you can avoid them.  Wedding planning pain points are areas of your engagement that may just inhibit your ability to feel happy, to get sleep to truly be calm and relaxed. In my experience these things also deteriorate your excitement and can lead to poor decision making.  Skip the meltdowns and press play. Show notes: https://www.undertheveil.co/episode/episode-025 Sixpence Website: https://www.sixpenceeventsmn.com/blog Episode sponsor Aisle Planner: https://www.aisleplanner.com/  

Hey-o. First of all, did you know I created a Facebook group for you all? It's where you can get more FREE hand holding advice on YOUR wedding questions.  ANSWERS ARE THE BEST Listen to this episode if you need help creating a timeline for your wedding day. Then skip on over to www.undertheveil.co/episode022 for the show notes and for more! www.facebook.com/groups/undertheveilpodcast Show sponsor Aisle Planner will HELP YOU so much, so be sure to sign up for your free account (wedding vendors use code UTV for a free trial) www.aisleplanner.com  

In today's episode, we are joined by Kellie Daab. Kellie Daab, Wedding Business Architect, and founder at iDo Collective is a wedding industry thought leader, author, and business strategist. Producing over 300 weddings in her career, Kellie now helps event industry professionals create brands they love, strategies that work, and processes they love! Her local and national speaking resume includes organizations like ABC, Catersource, NACE, Wedding Business Workshops, Book More Brides, Aisle Planner and more. We're uncovering it's time to pivot by taking you through Kellie's journey and how she went from being a Virtual Assistant to a Wedding Business Architect. If you're feeling a nudge to go in a different direction Kellie walks you through how to make the transitions smoothly and bring your audience along for the ride.

Bill and Todd and I are going to convince you that your wedding needs to feel like you, but it needs to sound like you also. The best way to do that? Have custom composed ceremony music that you can walk down the aisle to (and set to your wedding video). Show notes at UndertheVeil.co and Todd and Bill at AbidingHarmony.com Thank you to our sponsor Aisle Planner - the best way to plan your wedding, according to me and my wedding planner friends and our clients.

Cristina and I talked all about your face. How to prep it for your wedding day, how to make it shine (in a good way) for your pictures and how to pamper it in the meantime. Check out the show notes UndertheVeil.co and find Cristina at CristinaZiemerBeauty.com Thank you to our episode sponsors Aisle Planner, The Heirloom Bouquet and Woodenhill Brewing

You can still PRE-ORDER your copy of She Creates Business, a Book for Wedding Pros! 100% of proceeds from now until the end of September will go to Hurricane Harvey Relief via The Red Cross. Thank you to all who have purchased already! CLICK HERE TO PRE-ORDER YOUR COPY (hooray!) Today I'm SO excited to have Katherine and Tayler on the show from Aisle Planner. This was a long time coming..we've been trying to schedule since December 2016! Needless to say, I gush a little at the beginning. For 10% off the first 3 MONTHS of a new subscription use code: shecreatesbusiness Here's a few highlights about what's going on in Aisle Planner world: We now like to refer to Aisle Planner as “Event planning and business management tools for wedding professionals” to really showcase that the powerful tools we offer can be used by anyone in the industry NEW FEATURE: Check out our blog post on Quotes & Quote Templates - Create custom quotes with your products and services that allow your potential clients to play around with options and numbers without the back and forth! Plus, you can create templates that allow you to get couples the information they need to book you – and fast! NEW FEATURE: Check out our blog post on Product & Service Catalog - Build a catalog of all of your products and services to drop into quotes and invoices! NEW FEATURE: Check out our blog post on Lead Inquiry Auto Responder with Brochure - Making a strong first impression is important. And, our new auto-responder feature gives you the ability to kick off your client experience just moments after someone reaches out! With a customizable message, name tokens, and the ability to attach your brochure, your leads will get to know (and love) you right away! GLOBAL EXPANSION: Payment Processing Tools are now available in Canada! Check out the Press Release HERE. For 10% off the first 3 MONTHS of a new subscription use code: shecreatesbusiness