Certified Wedding Planner Society

AUGUST 22, 2024

The wedding planning industry has become more accessible than ever, with countless blogs, social media influencers, and DIY resources encouraging people to jump into the profession. Certification is a critical safeguard that protects you as an engaged couple from the risks associated with working with untrained or inexperienced vendors.

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In the Details Wedding Planning

FEBRUARY 15, 2022

If you intend to tip your vendors, make sure to budget for it early on to avoid going over budget. Tip wedding vendors that provide great service and write thank-you notes from the heart. Here's a quick rundown of how much you should consider tipping each vendor to help you calculate your overall wedding budget.

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KJ and Co.

OCTOBER 11, 2022

For a lot of us in the wedding industry our marketing strategy—and particularly social media—happens in-house. My overall social media and marketing strategy is a class for another day, but let’s dive in to the apps and tools I use to save time, stay on schedule and plan polished social media campaigns. Like 80% of it!

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WeddingPlanner Stockholm

DECEMBER 13, 2018

There are so much out there to inspire the couples – beautiful venues, flower decorations, table settings, thousands of different vendors et cetera. All of this overwhelming social media buzz inspiring couples is of course of great value. Furthermore it’s also very important to do your homework and research every vendor before booking.

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Souvenir Weddings & Events

MAY 1, 2023

This includes determining the event's purpose, selecting a venue, creating a budget, establishing a timeline, and identifying the necessary vendors and resources. Vendor Management - Event planners work with a variety of vendors to ensure that the event runs smoothly.

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Busy Bee's Events

NOVEMBER 11, 2023

In this wedding industry, it’s so important to always look through reviews of each and every vendor, especially the wedding planner. Reviews are everything and if the vendor has less than five reviews then definitely do more research. Any vendor can claim anything online, especially on their website. Do the research.

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Willmus Weddings

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

When it comes to planning your wedding , you might already have a list of traditional vendors in mind, like planners, photographers, videographers, and florists. However, in the age of social media and digital content, there's a new player in the wedding industry that's been trending lately: wedding content creators!

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Cvent: Event Marketing

FEBRUARY 21, 2019

High-quality vendors, staff, and entertainment aren’t easy to find. How do you build a lasting relationship with your vendors that will lead to a prosperous venture for both of you and entice them to work with you every time? We have four easy ways to build relationships with vendors that could last a lifetime. Conclusion.

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Sweet Gardenia Weddings

JULY 5, 2022

3 days ago we asked San Antonio Brides what was the hardest vendor to book and why. The green they are posting on social media and in their galleries will most likely be the green that you will see in all your photos. A vendor who is super responsive is becoming rare! Ask for an example of their full gallery! Find one you like?

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Rock Paper Coin

APRIL 29, 2024

Of all the gems Julie shared during our conversation, here are the key takeaways: Strengthen Vendor Relationships: Photographers are key partners in capturing your amazing event work. social media posts with tags), and offer to return the favor by sending referrals or featuring their work.

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Love Inc. Mag

JULY 22, 2024

If you've spent 10 minutes wedding planning, you've probably already realized that it's an incredibly heteronormative industry, and it can be challenging to find venues and vendors that are not only eager to work with LGBTQ+ couples, but that also create an inclusive experience for the couples and/or their guests.

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Rebecca Rose Events

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

But now, let’s dive into the second all-too-often-undervalued service when it comes to the selection of wedding vendors. But if you’re lining up a team of wedding vendors and have left videography out of that effort entirely, ask yourself why. Should you hire a wedding videographer? You should.

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Sweet Gardenia Weddings

JULY 27, 2021

Suped up cameras and lenses, marketing campaigns, programs for customer relationship management, point of sale systems, and software to edit, among other constant tools to help post to social media and respond to emails. Now you know why most vendors are on social media and in these Facebook groups. It just happens. It’s free.

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Carissa Kruse Weddings

JULY 9, 2024

I was involved in everything from selecting venues to coordinating with vendors and managing last-minute changes. There were stressful moments, of course, like when a vendor canceled at the last minute or when there were unexpected weather changes, but these challenges taught me resilience and problem-solving skills.

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Planning Pod

AUGUST 16, 2023

This means you won’t have to search through multiple spreadsheets to find key details about third-party vendors, catering plans, or contact information. Communicate with vendors Contrary to popular belief, CRM software isn’t just for client management. Looking for inspiration?

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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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A Touch of Bliss

MARCH 20, 2024

Cassidy and Michael also had Follow The Bride come in and do some social media and behind the scenes content throughout the day! Some bride and groom pictures were taken in a vintage Rolls Royce which made a great way to show the timeless elegance of the couples’ wedding day.

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Junebug Weddings

JULY 10, 2024

This will be key in determining your location, vendors, and so much more! Start by sitting down with your partner to discuss your overall budget, and then break it down into categories such as venue , vendors , decor, fashion, etc. This is where hiring local, experienced vendors will pay off. Photo by Anais Possamai Photography.

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Style Me Pretty

AUGUST 6, 2024

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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. If so, you know that the vendor is more likely to be size-inclusive.”

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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. All too often, queer couples have to go through a lot of emotional labor to deal with vendors who aren’t on the level. The community of local vendors has been so supportive. Happy Pride Month! Brody, how would you describe your photography business?

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The Road to Marriage

JUNE 23, 2023

For example, can you only use vendors from their preferred list? Will they charge you a fee for using outside vendors? If a vendor is only allowed to come in three hours before to set up, how is the design you envision impacted by that time? Visit their social media pages, look at comments, and read reviews.

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Souvenir Weddings & Events

FEBRUARY 8, 2021

There are many wedding vendors that you need to hire for your big day (florist, catering, DJ, etc) but there's one particular vendor that is extremely important for your wedding: the wedding photographer! When hiring your wedding photographer, you want to make sure you choose the right fit for you and your wedding!

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Planning Pod

AUGUST 5, 2020

Event planners need to keep track of everything from the day of the event itself to client and vendor meetings, invitation mailings, taste testing, entertainment auditions, vendor bookings, venue tours, room bookings, food orders, payment schedules and more. Email and social media management software.

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Pleasantdale Château

APRIL 21, 2024

In today’s digital age, social media is a powerful tool for researching and vetting potential photographers. Social media platforms offer the added benefit of direct communication. Utilizing these platforms can provide you with real-time insights into a photographer’s style, versatility, and engagement with their audience.

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Carissa Kruse Weddings

OCTOBER 19, 2023

SUMMARY: Harnessing social media, leveraging email marketing, utilizing short-form videos on platforms like IG Reels and TikTok, and creating engaging blogs and Pinterest pins are integral elements in the recommended 4-stage content strategy for a thriving wedding business. Remember, consistency is critical in social media marketing.

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Carissa Kruse Weddings

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

It involves managing budgets, vendors, guest lists, contracts, and more. As a wedding planner, you will be working with numerous clients, vendors, and team members, so being able to communicate effectively is essential for a successful event. How can you excel at it? Step 4: Network and Build Relationships Network, network, network!

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Willow and Rust

MAY 16, 2024

Having a clear vision in mind will guide your supplier selection process and help you find vendors who align with your vision. Utilise online resources such as wedding directories, supplier websites, and social media platforms to explore your options and gather information about their services.

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Carissa Kruse Weddings

DECEMBER 25, 2023

CLEPHER: AUTOMATE YOUR SOCIAL ENGAGEMENT Social media is an essential part of any wedding professional’s marketing strategy. But with so many platforms and ever-changing algorithms, keeping up with social media can be overwhelming at times. Second Brain AI has been a saviour in helping me write my best.

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A Day to Cherish

DECEMBER 12, 2022

Their flowers were spot on to their vision, and we had such an amazing vendor team to make the day run smoothly and perfectly for the couple and their guests. Vendor Team! I fell in love with the blue floral linen, and so happy they did too!

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OFD Consulting

JANUARY 19, 2023

with media relations and weddings. We’re expanding and now on the hunt for a part-time editorial assistant to support our real wedding submission services through our PR membership, OFD Collective. The ideal candidate will have an equal love (dare we say obsession?) The position is remote and anticipated to be 15-20 hours/week.

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A Touch of Bliss

MARCH 11, 2024

Vendor | Woodlands Colorado Photographer | Desert Pine Co Planner | A Touch of Bliss Events Caterer | Mountain Crust Pizza Bakery | Clarabella Cakes Florist | Bustle & Bloom DJ | Who is Chris Lewis Videographer | Multiply Media Photobooth | Social Light Transportation | Metropolitan Shuttle Hair & Makeup | Marlene Artistry

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Planning Pod

SEPTEMBER 12, 2022

Leverage social media. Monique and Andrea both agree that a strong social media presence is a must-have for your wedding venue. Our VP of Communications would say that your money is better off spent advertising with social media than in your traditional magazine, or even through Wedding Wire,” adds Monique. Working with vendors.

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Peerspace

JUNE 22, 2024

Many people ask whether or not a videographer is a worthy addition to your wedding vendor team. In a Diffuse Media wedding film, the couple is front and center, and their day wraps around them to make it uniquely their own story. We have you covered with this exhaustive list of the top Detroit wedding videographers!

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KJ and Co.

OCTOBER 25, 2023

Hopefully by now you’ve seen me blog endlessly on tips for social media and more. From an exhibitor’s perspective I know how frustrating it is to put in the investment and effort to participate, only to find you don’t stand out amongst the cheesy vendors, hocking “today only” deals, and lead-seeking insurance salesmen.

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A Day to Cherish

OCTOBER 17, 2023

Awesome Vendors!! We wish you two so much happiness for the future and thank you for allowing us to be a part of this moment!

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Carissa Kruse Weddings

APRIL 19, 2024

If you are one of my students, you know by now that wedding planning is more than just coordinating vendors and creating timelines. I cannot stress enough the importance of building relationships with vendors, venues, and other wedding planners. Tip 1: Build a Strong Network Networking is key in the wedding planning industry.

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