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WeddingIQ
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Episode 23 - HoneyBook vs. Dubsado: Wedding Business Automation Tips with Chloe Gandal
Jan 14

Jan 14 Episode 23 - HoneyBook vs. Dubsado: Wedding Business Automation Tips with Chloe Gandal

Kevin Dennis

Streamline your wedding business with Chloe Gandal’s expert automation tips for Dubsado & HoneyBook. Save time, enhance client experience, and grow!

Episode 22 - 2025 Wedding Trends with Meghan Ely: Bold Ideas & Fresh Inspiration
Jan 7

Jan 7 Episode 22 - 2025 Wedding Trends with Meghan Ely: Bold Ideas & Fresh Inspiration

Kevin Dennis

Discover bold 2025 wedding trends, from vibrant colors to wild florals, embroidered suits & guest-focused innovations. Get inspired & set your own trends!

Episode 21 - Reflecting on 2024: Podcast Highlights, Lessons, and Laughs with August Yocher
Dec 31

Dec 31 Episode 21 - Reflecting on 2024: Podcast Highlights, Lessons, and Laughs with August Yocher

Kevin Dennis

Wrapping up 2024 with podcast highlights, lessons, and laughs! Join us as we reflect on an incredible first year and share top takeaways for wedding pros.

Episode 20 - Building Strong Venue-Vendor Partnerships: What It Takes to Stand Out with Shannon Tarrant
Dec 24

Dec 24 Episode 20 - Building Strong Venue-Vendor Partnerships: What It Takes to Stand Out with Shannon Tarrant

Kevin Dennis

Discover the secrets to thriving venue-vendor relationships with Shannon Tarrant. Build trust, increase referrals, and stand out in the wedding industry.

Episode 19 - Redefining Luxury Weddings: What It Really Means for Your Clients with Ashely Allan
Dec 17

Dec 17 Episode 19 - Redefining Luxury Weddings: What It Really Means for Your Clients with Ashely Allan

Kevin Dennis

Ashley Allan redefines luxury in weddings—it's about personalization and exceeding expectations. Tune in to learn what true luxury really means!

Episode 18 - Making Business Decisions: Facts Over Feelings with Thomas Chelednik from The Knot
Dec 10

Dec 10 Episode 18 - Making Business Decisions: Facts Over Feelings with Thomas Chelednik from The Knot

Kevin Dennis

Tom Chelednik shares tips from his years at The Knot on using data to track leads, improve follow-ups, and make smarter decisions for success.

Episode 17 - How to Stop Being Tired and Become a Happy and Energized Wedding Pro with Julian Ribinik
Dec 3

Dec 3 Episode 17 - How to Stop Being Tired and Become a Happy and Energized Wedding Pro with Julian Ribinik

Kevin Dennis

Julian Ribinik shares his health transformation and practical advice for wedding pros to reduce stress, reclaim energy, and optimize their well-being.

Episode 16 - Mastering Client Relationships in the Wedding Industry with Craig Peterman
Nov 26

Nov 26 Episode 16 - Mastering Client Relationships in the Wedding Industry with Craig Peterman

Kevin Dennis

Learn from Craig Peterman about building strong client relationships, adapting to market changes, and staying connected in the wedding industry.

Episode 15 - Maximize Your Wedding Business with Canva: Tips from a Verified Expert Brenda Cadman
Nov 19

Nov 19 Episode 15 - Maximize Your Wedding Business with Canva: Tips from a Verified Expert Brenda Cadman

Kevin Dennis

Canva expert Brenda Cadman shares essential tips on organizing Canva for business efficiency. Learn how to save time and elevate your brand identity.

Episode 14 - Demystifying AI for the Event Industry with Julie Roth Novack
Nov 12

Nov 12 Episode 14 - Demystifying AI for the Event Industry with Julie Roth Novack

Kevin Dennis

Learn how AI is reshaping event planning with insights from Julie Novack. Discover tips to boost efficiency, creativity, and stay ahead in the industry.

Episode 13 - Wedding Business Ethics & Etiquette with Sarah Chianese
Nov 5

Nov 5 Episode 13 - Wedding Business Ethics & Etiquette with Sarah Chianese

Kevin Dennis

Sarah Chianese discusses ethics, etiquette, and maintaining professional standards in the wedding industry post-COVID. Practical tips for pros!

Episode 12 - Connecting the Dots Between Client Expectations and Tech with Randi Bushell
Oct 29

Oct 29 Episode 12 - Connecting the Dots Between Client Expectations and Tech with Randi Bushell

Kevin Dennis

Discover how tech tools can bridge the gap between client expectations and seamless service, featuring insights from Randi, founder and CEO of Merri.

Episode 11 - Creating a 5-Star Client Experience & Exceeding Expectations of High Need Clients with Bron Hansboro
Oct 22

Oct 22 Episode 11 - Creating a 5-Star Client Experience & Exceeding Expectations of High Need Clients with Bron Hansboro

Kevin Dennis

Learn how to create 5-star experiences by anticipating client needs and enhancing communication with Bron Hansboro.

Episode 10 - Managing Squirrel Brain – Productivity Hacks for ADHD Entrepreneurs with Megan Gillikin
Oct 15

Oct 15 Episode 10 - Managing Squirrel Brain – Productivity Hacks for ADHD Entrepreneurs with Megan Gillikin

Kevin Dennis

Struggling with ADHD or endless distractions? Learn hacks to manage your time, beat procrastination, and stay productive as a busy entrepreneur.

Episode 9 - Key Strategies for Mastering Expectations with High-End Clients: Nora Sheils
Oct 8

Oct 8 Episode 9 - Key Strategies for Mastering Expectations with High-End Clients: Nora Sheils

Kevin Dennis

Nora Sheils joins us to discuss key strategies for setting boundaries and exceeding the expectations of high-end clients in the wedding industry.

Episode 8 - Is It Time to Grow Your Business? How Niching Down and Preparation Lead to Sustainable Success with Wendy Dahl
Oct 1

Oct 1 Episode 8 - Is It Time to Grow Your Business? How Niching Down and Preparation Lead to Sustainable Success with Wendy Dahl

Kevin Dennis

When is it time to grow your business, why niching down matters, and how proper preparation ensures sustainable success with Wendy Dahl.

Episode 7 - Kiss Ineffective Office Days Goodbye with Dana Kadwell
Sep 24

Sep 24 Episode 7 - Kiss Ineffective Office Days Goodbye with Dana Kadwell

Kevin Dennis

Discover how to maximize productivity on office days, balance creative tasks, and prioritize effectively during busy wedding seasons with Dana Kadwell.

Episode 6 - Mastering Wedding Planning with Strong Team Culture and Fun Retreats with Ashley Allan & Meagan Pinney
Sep 17

Sep 17 Episode 6 - Mastering Wedding Planning with Strong Team Culture and Fun Retreats with Ashley Allan & Meagan Pinney

Kevin Dennis

Join us as we talk through the strategies that have helped Ashley Allan and Meagan Pinney, co-founders of Your Jubilee, build a strong and supportive team culture in the wedding industry.

Episode 5 - From Pancakes to Penthouses: Unconventional Marketing Methods for Event Professionals | Phillip Van Nostrand
Sep 10

Sep 10 Episode 5 - From Pancakes to Penthouses: Unconventional Marketing Methods for Event Professionals | Phillip Van Nostrand

Kevin Dennis

Join Kevin as he welcomes Phillip Van Nostrand for an engaging conversation on mastering out-of-the-box marketing strategies for wedding businesses. 

Episode 4 - Is It Even a Goal If You Didn't Write It Down? Delores Crum on Setting and Achieving Wedding Business Goals
Sep 3

Sep 3 Episode 4 - Is It Even a Goal If You Didn't Write It Down? Delores Crum on Setting and Achieving Wedding Business Goals

Kevin Dennis

In this episode of Mind Your Wedding Business, we sit down with Delores Crum from Premiere Events in Austin, Texas, to discuss the foundations of successful goal setting and the importance of involving your team in the process.

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Fully booked… but buried in backend tasks? 👀⁠
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Our latest blog by Ariana Teachey of @ariana.and.company breaks down what wedding pros really need to know about hiring a virtual assistant - from when it’s time, to what a VA can realisti
What if you could stop working insane hours in your wedding business and still be able to book the weddings you want? 🤔⁠
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This is exactly what you will experience at the Wedding Business CEO Summit! ⁠
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Hosted by Heidi Thompson of @evolveyourweddin
Modern weddings call for modern tools, and the right tech can make planning smoother for everyone 📲⁠
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In our latest blog, Cora Gold of Revivalist Magazine breaks down 5 new technologies wedding pros can actually use—from immersive venue walkt
Tented weddings are stunning, but they’re also one of the most misunderstood event formats in our industry⁠
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In this week’s WeddingIQ Blog, Jaclyn Watson of @jaclynwatsonevents breaks down the true cost and complexity of tented weddings,
 
 

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