Engage!24 Amelia Island
Engage! Summits: The Ultimate Experience for Luxury Wedding Professionals

Hi there!
We’re Alina and Daria, the proud owners of WedVibes Media, and this December, we had our first Engage! experience in Florida. With 410 attendees from 15 countries and 38 states, it was a whirlwind of fun, insights, and networking!
In this article, we share 6 reasons why Engage! is a must for every wedding professional, plus some bonus facts you won’t want to miss. Let’s dive in!
A little about Engage!:
- Founded by Rebecca Grinnals and Kathryn Arce, who met while working at The Walt Disney Company.
- Engage! Summits have been hosted all around the globe, in France, United Arab Emirates, Cayman Islands, Ireland, Italy, United Kingdom, Morocco, and Peru.
- The first Engage! Summit took place in June 2008 in Celebration, Florida, with 75 attendees.
- Fast forward to December 2024, and they celebrated their 47th Engage! Summit in the same state.
- This year, WedVibes Media was honored to join as an official media partner!
Recognized by FORTUNE Magazine as “the wedding industry’s most exclusive conference,” Engage! has brought together over 10,000 luxury wedding and event professionals!
E for Education
Gain valuable insights from industry leaders.
It’s an incredible opportunity to learn directly from top professionals in design, planning, marketing, business, law, and more—all in one place! We walked away with notebooks overflowing with actionable strategies.
Here’s one standout takeaway from Alexandra Carter and Anne Marie Nest of Ask For More Group:
“How changing ‘I’ to ‘we’ in conversation can help you close the deal.”
HOST PROPERTY Ritz Carlton Amelia Island | CREATIVE DIRECTION & PLANNING Collins Korman Events | ART DIRECTION, BRANDING & AGENDAS TPD Design House | PRODUCTION & FLORAL DESIGN Jackson Durham Events | AV, SOUND & LIGHTING Encore Global | LINENS & DRAPING Party Tables | FURNITURE Beachview Event Rentals & Design | EVENT MC & SESSION MUSIC Jordan Kahn Music Company | SPEAKER HAIR & MAKEUP Emma Collins Beauty & Bronze+Glow Beauty | SPECIALTY COFFEE & REFRESHERS Vital Brew | FLORAL SUPPORT Bloomology Global | VIDEO Current Films | PHOTO Paul Morse, Jacqui Cole, Chi-Chi Ari, Caroline Lima, Caroline & Gregg Willett

N for Networking
Building meaningful relationships can work wonders for your business.
In the wedding industry, where most are solopreneurs or small businesses, communication is essential.
Networking offers you the chance to:
- Discuss important topics with like-minded creatives
- Seek advice from industry leaders
- Forge meaningful partnerships and stay top of mind for collaborations.
G for Gifts
Bring an extra suitcase!
This summit is renowned for its generosity when it comes to compliments and souvenirs. The same goes for Ritz Carlton, where guests were spoiled daily with delightful edible surprises. It’s a perfect example for luxury wedding professionals on how to elevate guest experiences at their events.
This Engage! gifts included Cashmere Pashmina from Always Swanky, Retro Surf Lip Balm from Poppy & Pout, Face Masks from Loops, Salt Scrub from Ritz Carlton Spa, Rollmop backpack from Got Bag, “Get Closer” conversation game from Intelligent Change, Beach Glass Soap from Sealuxe, The Hemingway Drinkware Coupe from Business & Pleasure Co., Terrra Hanging Toiletry Bag from Calpak, Eye Love Pillow from Love Mert, Gourmet Cookies from Bells’s Reines, Energy Bites from AMG Snacks, Dried Mango from Señor Mango, Amelia Island Tin Rosemary Nut Mix from Watanut, The Beach Blanket from Business & Pleasure Co.
HOST PROPERTY Ritz Carlton Amelia Island | CREATIVE DIRECTION & PLANNING Collins Korman Events | ART DIRECTION, BRANDING & AGENDAS TPD Design House | PRODUCTION & FLORAL DESIGN Jackson Durham Events | CHAMPAGNE Lallier Champagne | LINENS & DRAPING Party Tables | FURNITURE Beachview Event Rentals & Design | ENTERTAINMENT Jordan Kahn Music Company | AV, SOUND & LIGHTING Encore Global | FLORAL SUPPORT Bloomology Global | VIDEO Current Films | GIFTING FLATLAY Shira Savada | PHOTO Paul Morse, Jacqui Cole, Chi-Chi Ari, Caroline Lima, Caroline & Gregg Willett

A for Aesthetics
Under the creative vision of Nicki Korman, each day at Engage! was brimming with stunning details inspired by the rich history of Amelia Island. The main theme beautifully blended coastal motifs with a relaxed luxury aesthetic, creating an unforgettable experience.
Ready to dive into the beauty? Let’s take a closer look!
Day 1: “Island Treasures” Welcome Party!
HOST PROPERTY Ritz Carlton Amelia Island | CREATIVE DIRECTION & PLANNING Collins Korman Events | ART DIRECTION, BRANDING & AGENDAS TPD Design House | PRODUCTION & FLORAL DESIGN Jackson Durham Events | LIGHTING, AV, SOUND & TECH Technical Event Company | ENTERTAINMENT & DRONES Jordan Kahn Music Company | CHINA & GLASSWARE Emerson James | LINENS & DRAPING Party Tables | TENT, FURNITURE & RENTALS Beachview Event Rentals & Design | FURNITURE & RENTALS Borrowed by Jackson Durham | FLORAL SUPPORT Bloomology Global | TEQUILA TASTING Tequila Komos | PHOTO Paul Morse, Jacqui Cole, Caroline Lima, Amy Anaiz, Scott Clark, Ricky Rodriguez
Day 2: Citrus Inspired Lunch
HOST PROPERTY Ritz Carlton Amelia Island | CREATIVE DIRECTION & PLANNING Collins Korman Events | ART DIRECTION, BRANDING & AGENDAS TPD Design House | PRODUCTION & FLORAL DESIGN Jackson Durham Events | LINENS & DRAPING Party Tables | SOUND & AV Technical Event Company | FURNITURE Beachview Event Rentals & Design, Borrowed by Jackson Durham | TABLETOP Emerson James | DJ Jordan Kahn Music Company | TENT Beachview Event Rentals & Design | FLORAL SUPPORT Bloomology Global | PHOTO Paul Morse, Jacqui Cole, Caroline Lima, Amy Anaiz, Scott Clark, Ricky Rodriguez
Day 2: Cozy Campfire Chic Riverside
LOCATION Amelia River Club | CREATIVE DIRECTION & PLANNING Collins Korman Events | ART DIRECTION, BRANDING, MENUS & SIGNAGE TPD Design House | FOOD & BEVERAGE Ritz Carlton Amelia Island | PRODUCTION & FLORAL DESIGN Anything With Plants | TABLETOP Casa De Perrin | LIGHTING, AV & TECH Technical Event Company | LINENS & DRAPING Party Tables | ENTERTAINMENT Jordan Kahn Music Company | OYSTER BAR Dean’s Oyster Bar | MODELS Lallier Champagne | FIREWORKS Explosive Touch | DINNER CHAIRS Event Works | TRANSPORTATION ECHO East Coast Transportation | DANCE FLOOR WRAP SHOUT! | PHOTO Paul Morse, Jacqui Cole, Caroline Lima, Amy Anaiz, Scott Clark, Ricky Rodriguez
Day 3: Christmas Lunch
HOST PROPERTY Ritz Carlton Amelia Island | CREATIVE DIRECTION & PLANNING Collins Korman Events | ART DIRECTION, BRANDING, SIGNAGE, MENU, BAGS TPD Design House | FLORAL DESIGN Anything With Plants | ENTERTAINMENT Jordan Kahn Music Company | LINENS Party Tables | FURNITURE Beachview Event Rentals & Design | COTTON CANDY Cloud Crunch | LINENS Party Tables | PHOTO Paul Morse, Jacqui Cole, Amy Anaiz
Day 3: “Good Luck Gala”
HOST PROPERTY Ritz Carlton Amelia Island | CREATIVE DIRECTION & PLANNING Collins Korman Events | ART DIRECTION, BRANDING, DESIGN SUPPORT, MENUS, DANCE FLOOR DESIGN TPD Design House | PRODUCTION & FLORAL DESIGN Jackson Durham Events | LIGHTING, AV, TECH, SOUND & VIDEO MAPPING Technical Event Company | ENTERTAINMENT Jordan Kahn Music Company | TABLETOP Casa De Perrin | GALA RENTALS Nuage Designs | LINENS & DRAPING Party Tables | CHAMPAGNE Lallier Champagne | SPECIAL EFFECTS & CONFETTI Fyerfly Productions | DANCE FLOOR WRAP SHOUT! | CANDLES Lova Candles | FLORAL SUPPORT Bloomology Global | BANGA BOOTH BangaBooth | PHOTO Paul Morse, Caroline Lima, Amy Anaiz, Scott Clark, Carter Rose, Chi-Chi Ari
G for Glamour
Every wedding professional knows that the success of an event depends on how well guests embrace the theme through their attire—and at Engage!, every attendee truly delivered!
With 6 Pinterest mood boards guiding each event, the transition from concept to reality was flawless. The thoughtful approach to fashion perfectly complemented the event’s design.
Looking back at the photos, it’s incredible to see how every detail came together so seamlessly!


E for Emotions
Weddings are all about creating long-lasting memories, right? In our recent marketing study, we found that couples today prioritize investing in experiences for their guests, creating shared memories over traditional expenses.
Engage! is the perfect example of this trend brought to life! From endless surprises like a drone show and fireworks to activities for every taste—meditation, shopping, gift-wrapping for the Engage! Foundation, kayaking, painting, and more—the event left no stone unturned.
And let’s not forget the headliners: Natasha Bedingfield and Joey Fatone from NSYNC!
When it comes to creating unforgettable experiences, Engage! Summits are truly in a league of their own.
PHOTO Paul Morse, Caroline Lima, Amy Anaiz, Scott Clark, Carter Rose, Chi-Chi Ari, Jacqui Cole, Ricky Rodriguez | VIDEO Current Films