Episode 47 - What Niche Wedding Vendors Wish the Industry Knew with Brittany Branson
What does it take to build a thriving business in a niche corner of the wedding industry? And what lessons can every wedding pro (no matter their service) take from it?
In this episode of Mind Your Wedding Business, Kevin sits down with Brittany Branson, a destination live wedding painter and creative coach, to unpack the marketing strategies that helped her turn a little-known service into a sustainable business. From selling herself before the art to leveraging unique personal assets, Brittany shares how niche vendors can stand out, grow, and stay relevant as competition intensifies.
They delve into what the wedding industry often misunderstands about niche services, why novelty alone won’t sustain a business, and how strategy and storytelling create lasting impact. Brittany also opens up about facing the challenges of comparison in a social media-driven world, making values part of your brand, and showing clients the person behind the service.
Highlights:
Why niche vendors have an initial advantage, and what happens when the novelty fades
The most important marketing lesson Brittany has learned in 10 years of live painting
How to lean into your personal assets and values to build trust and connection
What the industry gets wrong about niche vendors, and what Brittany wishes more people understood
Why “selling yourself first” applies to every wedding professional, no matter the service
How transparency, storytelling, and education can set you apart in a crowded market
Whether you’re a planner, DJ, florist, or niche creative, this episode is packed with practical insights on building a brand that lasts and standing out for more than just what you sell.
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