EXCLUSIVE
LIVE SESSIONS
WITH TOP NOTCH
WEDDING PROFESSIONALS
EVERY MONTH, WE INVITE REMARKABLE WEDDING PLANNERS, PHOTOGRAPHERS & OTHER PROFESSIONALS TO TEACH AND NETWORK
ADD OUR COMMUNITY CALENDAR
TO JOIN US AT OUR NEXT EVENT
MEANINGFUL CONNECTIONS LEARN
& ELEVATE THE INDUSTRY TOGETHER
Build meaningful
connections
Learn
from the best
Get noticed by renowned
wedding pros
UPCOMING
SESSIONS
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TOPICS COVERED WILL INCLUDE:
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PAST
SESSIONS
WEDVIBES PLANNERS
OPEN TABLE
WEDVIBES COMMUNITY NETWORKING SESSION
TOPICS COVERED INCLUDE:
/ How to get noticed by your dream planner
/ What planners look for in their dream team
/ How to interact with a couple who already have a planner
/ What makes a planner want to refer you again
"FRIEND, NOT FOE: AI FOR WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHERS"
JUSTIN BENSON
Justin Benson is a wedding photographer and entrepreneur, best known as the co-founder of Aftershoot, an AI-powered platform that helps photographers automatically cull and edit their photos, saving time on post-production workflows.
TOPICS COVERED INCLUDE:
/ The story behind Aftershoot and the problem it solves
/ What AI can and cannot do for photographers
/ The impact of AI on business, people, the environment, and photography
/ The future of photography with AI in the coming years
"BOOKED ONCE, REBOOKED ALWAYS"
BARBI WALTERS
Barbi Walters is the Founder and Principal Designer of Lynden Lane Co., leading a mother-daughter team that designs transformative events and interiors rooted in style and human connection — creating bold, intentional spaces that feel personal and full of life.
TOPICS COVERED INCLUDE:
/ Get on your dream planners’ radar and position your brand to stand out
/ Turn your first booking into repeat collaborations
/ Become a trusted, go-to partner for top planners
"STRESS-FREE SOCIAL MEDIA: HOW TO STAY CONSISTENT"
CODI FOSTER
Codi Foster is the Director of Marketing at Planoly — the social media planner that goes way beyond scheduling — where she leads brand and growth strategy for one of the most trusted platforms in social media management.
TOPICS COVERED INCLUDE:
/ How often you should be posting
/ How to build a social media strategy
/ How the Instagram algorithm works in 2026
2026 Instagram Stategy Workbook
The code PLAN30 for 30% off all Planoly
INTERVIEW
AND Q&A SESSION
MANDA WORTHINGTON
Manda is the founder and creative director of Mae&Co Creative and Mae&Co Monthly, known for producing elevated, experience-driven weddings and destination events worldwide while championing transparency, community, and purpose within the wedding industry.
TOPICS COVERED INCLUDE:
/ Attracting luxury & destination clients from any market
/ Pricing, positioning & client psychology
/ What works now to build and elevate a wedding brand
"HOW UNTRADITIONAL THINKING BUILT MY BUSINESS"
STEVE MOORE
Steve Moore is the founder and creative director of Sinclair and Moore, bringing together his background in music, fashion, florals, and event design to craft deeply personal, story-driven weddings with a distinct creative vision.
TOPICS COVERED INCLUDE:
/ Steve’s non-traditional business approach
/ The power of authentic storytelling in event design
/ Trends and personal style in memorable events
/ Practical strategies to enhance guest experience and build a lasting professional legacy
"NETWORKING WITHOUT THE ANXIETY"
KRISTIN CHASKY
Kristin Chasky is a Clarity & Strategy Coach who helps high-achievers overcome burnout and create sustainable, fulfilling careers through deep subconscious reprogramming and emotional work.
TOPICS COVERED INCLUDE:
/ Identify what’s really stopping you from networking confidently
/ Learn the Inner Work + Strategy framework for building real confidence
/ Walk away with a powerful networking strategy that grows your business
"NAVIGATING CHANGES IN AI
& SEO"
SALTED PAGES
Lauren is a journalism graduate with 9+ years of copywriting experience and the founder of Salted Pages, an SEO website agency known for human-written content and tastefully designed websites that rank.
TOPICS COVERED INCLUDE:
/ SEO for wedding professionals in 2026
/ The impact of AI and how to adjust
/ Simple changes to get cited by AI (and in front of new clients)
/ Tailoring an action plan for the inquiries you want
"2026 TRENDS — THE NEW GEN Z ERA"
DARIA & ALINA, CO-FOUNDERS OF WEDVIBES MEDIA
Daria Neretina — co-founder of WedVibes, with 9+ years in luxury European wedding planning.
Alina Krupenina — co-founder and marketing executive with 15+ years of experience, having led campaigns for Nestle and Ferrero.
TOPICS COVERED INCLUDE:
/ Gen Z vs. Millennials
/ Wedding Inspiration: TikTok, Instagram, Pinterest
/ The Rise of Intentional Weddings
/ What Makes a Vendor Attractive Today
"HOW WE NEVER WENT
OVER BUDGE "
BONNIE CHASE
Bonnie leads Bliss Events, a destination wedding planning firm renowned for creating extraordinary, globally-featured weddings that never exceed budget. With over 450 events planned, her team crafts luxury celebrations that are both creatively remarkable and energetically aligned with each couple.
TOPICS COVERED INCLUDE:
/ How wedding planners help manage the budget
/ How to navigate your top-3 priorities when budgeting
/ What drives wedding costs and how to stay flexible
"WHAT GEN Z COUPLES
REALLY WANT "
DARIA & ALINA, CO-FOUNDERS OF WEDVIBES MEDIA
Daria Neretina — co-founder of WedVibes, with 9+ years in luxury European wedding planning.
Alina Krupenina — co-founder and marketing executive with 15+ years of experience, having led campaigns for Nestle and Ferrero.
TOPICS COVERED INCLUDE:
/ Creating a resonant, believable portfolio
/ Leveraging value-driven messaging
/ The importance of speed with Gen Z
/ Popular myths about Gen Z
"HOW TO GET NOTICED BY MAJOR GLOBAL PUBLICATIONS?"
HEATHER HALL
Heather Hall Galle is the founder of creative agency Eight Days – Week. Her agency specializes in editorial placement, strategic positioning, and content creation. She has been featured in Today.com, WWD, The Cut, InStyle, and Harper’s BAZAAR.
TOPICS COVERED INCLUDE:
/ Publication strategy: get your name out there through articles, collaborations, interviews
/ Thoughtful wedding industry marketing
/ Updating digital portfolios & creating content that reflects brand’s evolution
"HOW TO ORGANIZE THE ADMIN FOR SUCCESS"
KATIE HENDRICKS
Katie Hendricks is the founder of Masterfully Managed, a West Michigan–based VA agency supporting creative professionals and luxury wedding vendors. With over a decade of leadership experience, she helps streamline operations so clients can reclaim time and focus on what they love.
TOPICS COVERED INCLUDE:
/ Designing streamlined workflows for day-to-day operations
/ Managing time & delegating tasks to maintain creative freedom
/ Deciding what to outsource first
"ATTRACTING YOUR
IDEAL CLIENT "
EMILY PRADA
Emily Prada is a luxury destination wedding photographer based in Miami, also working in Los Angeles, New York, and worldwide. With over 10 years of experience, her work has been featured in People, Brides, US Weekly, and other leading publications.
TOPICS COVERED INCLUDE:
/ Branding and social media to attract ideal clients
/ Crafting brand visuals and voice
/ Defining your ideal client as business foundation
WEDVIBES PLANNERS
OPEN TABLE
WEDVIBES COMMUNITY NETWORKING SESSION
6 selected planners from the WedVibes community: Diane Kolanović-Šolaja, Brittany Ellis, Chelsea Brooke, Jessi Rutherford, Nicole Blair, Pritie Jain.
TOPICS COVERED INCLUDE:
/ What planners look for in their dream vendor team
/ How to make your dream planner notice you and want to refer you
/ How to professionally interact with a couple that has a planner
"PLANNER'S INSIGHTS INTO HOW BRIDES CHOOSE THEIR VENDORS"
KATE + CO
Kate is the creative force and founder behind Kate + Company Events, a luxury wedding and event planning firm based in Webster Groves, Missouri. Her lifelong love of hospitality and design began in childhood — growing up, she was inspired by family traditions rooted in celebrating life’s moments around beautifully styled tabletops and heartfelt gatherings.
TOPICS COVERED INCLUDE:
/ What brides are choosing their vendors on
/ What planners prioritize in their vendor team
/ How to delegate without losing quality
"CONTRACTS BUILT
FOR UNCERTAINTY"
KUNBI ODUBOGUN
Kunbi Odubogun is a Business Attorney, Speaker, and Digital Media Expert with 12+ years in the Legal and Events industries. She created Legally Set (attorney-drafted contracts for creatives) and founded Perfête, a luxury celebrations publication with 1M+ monthly impressions.
TOPICS COVERED INCLUDE:
/ Contracts in uncertain times
/ Essential contract clauses every wedding professional should have (force majeure, payment protection, rescheduling boundaries)
/ Client communication strategies
INTERVIEW WITH THE FOUNDER OF THE WEDDING ARTISTS CO
LISA RAFFO ASHLEY
Lisa Raffo Ashley is the founder and curator of The Wedding Artists Co., a boutique agency established in 2010 that represents top-tier wedding photographers and filmmakers across the U.S., such as: Samm Blake, Kristen Marie Parker, Erich McVey, Norman & Blake.
TOPICS COVERED INCLUDE:
/ Who is a wedding talent manager
/ How to get your talent noticed by Lisa
/ The value of being represented by a talent agency
"MONEY MINDSET"
DEVELOPE ACADEMY
ЗDevelope Academy is an online education platform for photographers, creatives, and entrepreneurs. Founded by Charla Storey and Jennefer Wilson, it brings 30+ years of real-world experience.
TOPICS COVERED INCLUDE:
/ Understanding the shift from scarcity to abundance mindset
/ Key frameworks for financial decision-making and pricing strategy
/ Practical steps for implementing value-based pricing
/ Building sustainable financial habits for long-term success
"OVERCOMING VENDOR ANXIETY "
THE VENDOR TABLE
The Vendor Table is a candid and humorous podcast hosted by wedding photographers Michael Cassara and Lauren O’Brien, offering listeners a behind-the-scenes look into the chaos, thrill, and hilarity of full-time life in the wedding photography industry.
TOPICS COVERED INCLUDE:
/ Vendor stress before and during weddings
/ Strategies to reduce anxiety (checklists, planning, confirmations)
/ Handling difficult clients and vendors
/ Post-wedding decompression tips
"PRICING THAT SELLS"
BASH PLEASE
Bash Please is a California-based event design and production studio led by Sunna Yassin and Mollie Jones Hennes, known for seamless planning and a signature blend of quiet luxury and creativity.
TOPICS COVERED INCLUDE:
/ Flat fee vs. percentage: navigating vendor conversations and pricing
/ Top 5 challenges: pros and cons of each model
/ Vendor pricing: balancing independence with competitiveness
/ Agility: flexible strategies for long-term gains and opportunities
"LUXURY IS THE RELATIONSHIP "
LAURA RITCHIE
Laura Ritchie, the creative force behind Grit & Grace, is known for her fashion-forward and personalized event designs. Leveraging 15+ years in planning, she crafts elegant celebrations that reflect her clients’ identities.
TOPICS COVERED INCLUDE:
/ Working with clients to feel and emote luxury
/ Tips on building a connection ith the couple and reveal them through the design
/ Tips to finding new unique ideas for event design
"PR STRATEGY FOR BUILDING A STRONG PERSONAL BRAND"
ROMAN IVANOV
Roman Ivanov is a wedding and editorial photographer known for his timeless, cinematic style. He blends artistry with storytelling to capture emotion and beauty, quickly establishing himself as a leading photographer at Lake Como.
TOPICS COVERED INCLUDE:
/ Starting out on Lake Como
/ How editorials accelerated his career
/ Balancing personal and professional on Instagram
/ Leveraging media features for brand growth
"STYLING THE MODERN BRIDE"
GABRIELLE HURWITZ
Gabrielle Hurwitz, New York–based bridal fashion stylist, launched her business in 2018 after years in media and bridal publishing. She helps brides craft cohesive wedding wardrobes, offering styling from concept to on-site support.
TOPICS COVERED INCLUDE:
/ Balancing creativity with functionality
/ Blending trends with classic silhouettes
/ Translating styled shoots into real bridal wear
/ Navigating dress codes and overall vision
/ The evolution of bridal fashion
"CRISIS MANAGEMENT"
MAR R.
Mar Romero is a hair and makeup artist with a refined, cinematic aesthetic. Her portfolio includes campaigns for Marie Oliver, Rosewood Hotels, Anne Barge, Four Seasons, Claire Pettibone, and more, with collaborations alongside photographers like Jose Villa, Laura Gordon, and Stephanie Williams.
TOPICS COVERED INCLUDE:
/ Navigating challenging client interactions
/ Addressing concerns professionally while maintaining relationships
/ Setting clear business boundaries
/ Building professional confidence
"CONTENT STRATEGY FOR LUXURY COUPLES"
DANILO & SHARON
Danilo and Sharon bring a defined aesthetic and bespoke photography rooted in fashion and advertising. Their international work spans from Hong Kong to Paris and has been featured in Vogue, Elle, Vanity Fair, The Lane, and more.
TOPICS COVERED INCLUDE:
/ Learn to convey your values & attract your ideal client
/ Aligning business goals with published content
/ Showcasing authentic personality on Instagram
/ Attracting luxury couples through Instagram
"HOLISTIC BRANDING"
ALISON HOTCHKISS
Alison Hotchkiss is the founder of Alison Events, a luxury destination planning firm known for immersive, design-driven celebrations worldwide. With 20+ years of experience, she has produced 500+ events across 20 countries and is a three-time author, most recently of Gorgeous Gatherings (2024).
TOPICS COVERED INCLUDE:
/ How to find your unique brand DNA
/ Keeping visuals consistent across clients and destinations
/ Building a dream team and delegating effectively
/ Creating a standout portfolio
"HOW TO INCREASE PROFITABILITY IN YOUR BUSINESS"
ALEX NIKITYUK
TOPICS COVERED INCLUDE:
/ How to decode your P&L and find growth levers
/ How to stay financially sustainable both on- and off-season
/ How to automate your finance routines with modern apps
"PR TIPS FOR WEDDING PROFESSIONALS"
KSENIA PONKA
TOPICS COVERED INCLUDE:
/ How to get your dream media to respond
/ How to spy in media editors and build deeper connections
/ How to become a go-to person for media content & partnerships
"PUSHING THE BOUNDARIES WITH A LUXURY WEDDING PORTFOLIO"
LENSEL
TOPICS COVERED INCLUDE:
/ How to push the boundaries of your upscale portfolio
/ How to leverage non-conventional angles
/ How to uncover your couple’s uniqueness with storytelling
"ENTERING THE LUXURY MARKET"
ANDREW BAYDA
Andrew Bayda is an internationally acclaimed photographer celebrated for heartfelt wedding moments and stylish fashion imagery. His work—spanning natural, editorial, film, and photojournalistic styles — has appeared in Harper’s Bazaar, Vogue Weddings, Tatler, Brides, Glamour, and Style Me Pretty.
TOPICS COVERED INCLUDE:
/ How to create an upscale wedding portfolio
/ How Andrew prepares for his upcoming projects
/ How Andrew went from night clubs to celebrities to weddings
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