Certified Wedding Planner Society

JANUARY 2, 2024

A lot of times, the process of selecting a private wedding venue is a lot more personal and unique to the couple. From coordinating transportation for the wedding party and guests, to ensuring smooth vendor access, navigating the logistics of these venues demands a comprehensive and detail-oriented approach.

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Junebug Weddings

MAY 1, 2024

With all that added distance, narrowing down venue options or assembling your dream team of vendors can be difficult. From expected costs to where to start your vendor search, we’re covering everything you need to know about hiring a destination wedding planner. Hiring local wedding vendors comes with many benefits.

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Planning Pod

FEBRUARY 5, 2021

Brandee Gaar, who runs her own wedding planning firm called Blush by Brandee Gaar as well as her own business consultancy for wedding planners , understands the frustrations of working from multiple business and project management tools and free apps. “We I thought, ‘There is no way it should take us this long to process a contract.’”.

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Rock Paper Coin

MAY 8, 2024

A proposal ensures everyone’s on the same page, from budget breakdowns to vendor recommendations. Next Steps: Outline the process after they sign on the dotted line. Budget-Conscious Clients: If a client prioritizes affordability, a phone consultation and simplified agreement might be preferred.

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Willow and Rust

MAY 16, 2024

In this blog post, I'll walk you through the process of selecting your wedding suppliers with confidence and clarity. Having a clear vision in mind will guide your supplier selection process and help you find vendors who align with your vision.

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Availed

OCTOBER 28, 2024

Keep reading for a step-by-step guide through Availed’s design process. We like to split it up into 5 crucial steps: pre-work, design discovery, design proposal, vendor selection, and day-of coordination. Once you sign off on our design we can begin vendor selection! Interested in learning even more about our design process?

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Dream Catcher Wedding

JUNE 28, 2024

One of the best ways to be an ally is to support LGBTQ wedding vendors. My husband and I married five years ago and during the wedding planning process, I kept having the thought, “I could do this so much better.” All too often, queer couples have to go through a lot of emotional labor to deal with vendors who aren’t on the level.

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P3 Events

AUGUST 30, 2023

I have 3-5 exploratory or complimentary Consultations a week. It’s easy to become overwhelmed when you start wedding planning and that is why Consultation calls are so vital! It’s easy to become overwhelmed when you start wedding planning and that is why Consultation calls are so vital! I didn’t think of that!”

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Villa Tuscana Events

OCTOBER 15, 2024

An all-inclusive wedding package aims to simplify the planning process by bundling all the key elements into one convenient offering, allowing couples to focus on enjoying their special day rather than managing countless details. First, it simplifies the entire planning process by providing a total solution.

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Love Inc. Mag

JANUARY 4, 2024

Unfortunately, not all wedding venues and vendors consider diverse body sizes when designing floorplans, selecting rentals, or posing guests for photographs. Sheils encourages couples to “look at vendors' galleries” during the research and booking process. “Do Do you see your friends and family in their past work? “Do

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Carissa Kruse Weddings

JULY 19, 2024

It turns out that my assistant made some last-minute changes without consulting the clients or me. From the very first consultation with your clients, make sure to establish a clear line of communication. Your vendors are your allies; they help bring your vision—and your client’s dreams—to life.

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Lovely Day Events

JUNE 10, 2024

One of the best ways to start the process of finding your perfect wedding photographer is to start looking on Instagram for wedding photographers in Napa and Sonoma and check out their grids. This is an often under-appreciated aspect of this process but has the most bearing on the wedding day itself.

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WeddingPlanner Stockholm

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

Evaluating the year gone by allows us to fine-tune our strategies, refine our processes, and stay ahead of industry trends. Building and maintaining strong relationships with vendors, venues, and other industry professionals is a cornerstone of successful wedding planning. What worked well? What could be improved?

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OFD Consulting

DECEMBER 21, 2023

As wedding PR experts since 2009, our team at OFD Consulting has helped wedding businesses secure over 1000 real wedding features, in all of the major wedding publications. Brides We have a saying at OFD Consulting: Whatever the next big thing is, it’s in Brides first. A trailblazer in equality-minded publications, Love Inc.

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Rock Paper Coin

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

However, wedding planners, vendors, and venues face a unique set of challenges that can turn a dream event into a legal nightmare if not properly handled. From navigating vendor contracts to understanding liability, intellectual property rights, and client disputes, the legal landscape in the wedding industry is complex and ever-changing.

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Junebug Weddings

MAY 26, 2024

That’s why they’re some of the most important wedding vendors to hire when you’re just getting started in your wedding planning journey. All the vendors Isa suggested were absolutely perfect and in line with what we wanted. From our first consultation to the last dance, she exceeded every expectation we had.

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Eventtia

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

This guide will take you through every step of the process. Event management software is designed to facilitate the event experience and to optimize the planning process, making events more enjoyable, interactive and efficient. Do you need help finding the best event management software provider for your company? Look no further.

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Planning Pod

JANUARY 12, 2021

Building out your processes and internal operations ahead of time is critical to generating revenue as you prepare to open your new venue. 2 – Devising a business plan makes the process of launching an event space business vastly smoother. It’s part of the planning process to consider this.”.

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Shubh Muhurat Luxury Weddings

MARCH 18, 2024

That is why it could prove very advantageous to consult such the best wedding planners of India. The best wedding planners in Delhi usually instruct you in the process of listing all the items and then categorising them from most to least important. Negotiating with Vendors Don't be shy about bargaining with suppliers.

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Eco + Ivory

MARCH 29, 2023

This is where a wedding planner can step in and alleviate the stress, guide you through the decision-making process, and ensure that you and your loved ones can fully enjoy the day. while they handle the logistics and back and forth details with the vendors involved. What is a wedding planner?

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Planning Pod

AUGUST 20, 2024

Crafting once-in-a-lifetime experiences while dealing with unpredictable challenges (weather disruptions, equipment malfunctions, and unreliable vendors) often equals intense pressure for event coordinators and wedding planners. And it helps you create and define the processes for your new business! But never fear! Get started today!

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Eco + Ivory

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

When planning an eco-friendly event, think of ways to reduce waste in the planning process, for the event itself, and during the cleanup process. The venue often has the most touch points throughout the planning process, as you’ll frequently be in contact with the venue coordinator before, during, and after the event.

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Love Inc. Mag

MAY 30, 2024

This process may take up to 3 or 4 weeks,” explains Elkaswani. BRDG consults and requests content to be in certain format. Alternatively, customization can be a more complex process. This process may take up to 3 or 4 months, depending on the type of footage, season, etc.”

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Planning Pod

MARCH 1, 2023

Professional wedding planners must juggle multiple clients, build and maintain vendor relationships, navigate rentals and decor, and stay on top of their long wedding checklists for each client. Whether you’re planning just a handful of weddings or have a booked calendar, it’s crucial to have a good process and tools to keep you on schedule.

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Event Marketer: B to C Events

JANUARY 29, 2024

She walked us through the new guide’s evolution and development process, as well as highlights from the report and best practices marketers can start to incorporate into their event programs. Event Marketer: How did these guidelines come about, and what was the process for developing them? I really want you to know it also.’

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Peerspace

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

An art show display is essentially a vendor booth used to display your crafts or artwork at a fair, sidewalk shop, or another public event space. Whichever option you choose, you can consult your local Peerspace venue host to recommend a local vendor for any A/V gear, furniture rentals, and food and beverage services you need!

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Pleasantdale Château

APRIL 21, 2024

At Pleasantdale Chateau, we have a list of preferred vendors who are familiar with our estate’s unique features and have proven their ability to capture beautiful moments in our spaces. An initial consultation, whether in person or virtually, can help you gauge their demeanor and whether they’ll be the right fit for your special day.

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In the Details Wedding Planning

FEBRUARY 2, 2022

Think about time of year / preferred date The first step in the wedding planning process is to select the time of year and/or your preferred wedding date. Friday and Saturday weddings usually have higher venue rental fees and fewer vendor options, whereas weekday and Sunday weddings may have a lower rental fee and more vendor options.

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Carissa Kruse Weddings

OCTOBER 20, 2023

SUMMARY: Often, wedding professionals are ghosted by couples due to a lack of nurturing relationships, not setting themselves apart from competitors, and complicating the booking process. You become just another vendor in the marketplace, easily replaceable and forgettable. Therefore, it’s crucial to audit your booking process.

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Dream Catcher Wedding

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

We’d like to thank Hannah Elizabeth, a sustainable wedding hair stylist and makeup artist in Colorado. ,, Hannah is one of our preferred vendors and we consulted her as a subject matter expert for this article. Let our wedding magicians take the stress off! ,, Book your free consultation with the Dream Team today!

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OFD Consulting

SEPTEMBER 1, 2021

You may have the best intentions for submitting a beautiful wedding, but if people are unhappy throughout the process, it will become more of a burden than anything else. This is not legal advice — please consult with a lawyer to ensure that your contract is sound.) What can you gather early in the process?

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Villa Tuscana Events

APRIL 2, 2024

We stand as a one-stop solution, dedicated to simplifying the planning process for our couples, ensuring every aspect of their special day is seamless and stress-free. Our partnerships with top-notch vendors are central to our promise of simplicity and elegance.

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Villa Tuscana Events

AUGUST 15, 2024

Planning Your Wedding at Villa Tuscana Booking Process Reserving your wedding date at Villa Tuscana is a straightforward and personalized process designed to ensure that your special day is exactly as you envision. A couple can also choose to order and design their wedding cake , up to four tiers, through our vendors.

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OFD Consulting

FEBRUARY 25, 2022

Major publications like The Knot, Brides, and Martha Stewart Weddings are seeing more submissions than ever before, making it challenging for wedding vendors to stand out against the noise. Work With Your Vendor Partners If you want to lay the groundwork for a great submission, you’ll need to be proactive with your vendor team.

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The Wedding Planner LA

APRIL 21, 2020

If we run into any issues throughout the planning process, how will you advocate for us? Specifically- During the vendor selection process, will you provide options? How many options of each vendor will you provide? How many options of each vendor will you provide? Will you provide design consultations?

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Carissa Kruse Weddings

JULY 9, 2024

That’s the main point of this section – to remind you that learning and growing as a wedding planner is a continuous process. I was involved in everything from selecting venues to coordinating with vendors and managing last-minute changes. Each event was a learning opportunity and a step towards honing my craft.

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Ebeling Events

FEBRUARY 23, 2020

It was a great opportunity for vendors coming together to do better for themselves, the industry and ultimately their clients. We believe in building strong relationships with other vendors in order to make working together on your event smooth and easy! Why does this matter to our clients? I am eager to keep the conversation going!

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