The country’s $74 billion wedding industry is feeling the effects of it all, but seems determined to weather the storm. Read more here
The country’s $74 billion wedding industry is feeling the effects of it all, but seems determined to weather the storm. Read more here
3 Philadelphia-based caterers crafted a united approach for wedding planning and dealing with health departments’ regulations. See more here
Plastic champagne flutes, dresses put in quarantine, and face masks for fittings are some of the measures in place as bridal shops open. See full story
Less is more for 2021 weddings. Extravagant nuptials are taking a back seat to intimate, personalized celebrations. Read full story
Vendors in some cities are joining forces to salvage a wedding season hurt by the coronavirus outbreak. Read story
Planners are working around the clock to re-invent the wedding after the coronavirus has literally wiped out an entire season. See full story
Couples sidelined by COVID-19 have been filing lawsuits against wedding venues, seeking refunds of their deposits. See full story
The formal events industry remains on pause and tries to fill the void as best they can. Read story here
Wedding planners and an infectious disease specialist weigh in on the likely changes. Read story here
Wedding pros are blaming lack of guidance from their government, plus the fact that the state is closed to tourists. See more here
The all-in-one app for the sending and tracking of monetary gifts. GARFIELD, N.J., June 5, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — At last, Forget Me Knots is here. Breanne Gildersleeve and Natalie King teamed up with The Appineers—a leading mobile app design and development…
On how tokenism is not the same as inclusivity and how to do better going forward. Read more here
With rules and regulations changing often, owners are challenged to keep up to date. Read more here
The wedding industry professionals say love will survive the crisis. See full story
Since gay weddings were legalized in 2015, the U.S. has seen a boost of 3.8 billion dollars in the economy. Read more here
Filled with swoon-worthy items (usually), these boxes are starting to take off. See full story
Brideside co-founder and CEO Nicole Staple on navigating the postponed wedding season. See full story
A wedding photographer gives her views on why it’s ok. See full story
DUBLIN, May 20, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — ResearchAndMarkets.com published a new article on the catering industry, “Catering Adapts to Survive in Light of COVID-19 Social Distancing” The COVID-19 outbreak is likely to have a lasting effect on the catering industry. As…
Grand festive events are likely to remain smaller, even after the pandemic is over. See full story
Florists and floral designers can access an unmatched offering of digital courses, any time and anywhere JACKSONVILLE, Fla.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–May 18, 2020– The Floriology® Institute, one of the country’s foremost centers for floral design and florist-related education, has announced the launch…
Revisit your marketing strategy with these hints. See full story
The Event Safety Alliance released a free guide that addresses health and sanitary issues that will protect both attendees and staff. Read more here
A discussion from various business owners on ways they are dealing with cancelled contracts. Read story here
Event planners, venues, photographers, and florists relate their current experiences. Read story here
With most couples postponing their weddings til fall or later, wedding vendors are feeling the pinch. See more here
As couples downscale their celebrations, many in the wedding industry wonder whether there will be severe long-term consequences or if the industry will bounce back. See full story
A compilation of fourteen companies that are trying to help those in need during the crisis. See full story
A forecast of when things may return to business-as-usual. See full story
CONSHOHOCKEN, Pa., April 14, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — David’s Bridal, the nation’s leading bridal and special occasion dress authority, announced today their partnership with retailer JOANN Stores to produce 50,000 non-surgical masks a week to some of the nation’s leading hospital systems…
The Tailwind Relief Program includes an educational component to help businesses build a stronger social media presence in order to stay top of mind for customers. Read more here
Five fashion designers go virtual for showcasing their new bridal collections during the pandemic. Read more here
Wedding vendors are struggling to keep their businesses running – here’s how five of them have had their work lives changed. See full story
Several webinars by WIPA to help wedding professionals navigate the world of COVID-19. See more here
U.S. event planning steamrolled by the Coronavirus. See more here
GoDaddy to provide financial assistance and resources to help small businesses with its Websites + Marketing product and through its partnership with GoFundMe SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., April 6, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — GoDaddy Inc. (NYSE: GDDY), the company that empowers everyday entrepreneurs,…
Strict social distancing has prevented many New York couples from tying the knot. Read story here
What to focus on in creating your management plan. See more here
The collaboration allows couples to continue to get married on their intended wedding dates. Read more here
The wedding industry has been rocked by the virus, causing many layoffs in its wake. See full story
BOCA RATON, Fla., March 25, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — The Toilet Paper Wedding Dress Contest by Charm Weddings’ creators Susan Bain and Laura Gawne may be in possession of the most valuable wedding dresses in the world! Each year for the…
Several good tips for funded startups, startups seeking funding, and small businesses. See full story
Several wedding industry veterans offer their thoughts on the virus and its effects. Read more here
With 5,500 attendees, 180 exhibitors, and over 120 educational seminars, Wedding MBA is the must-attend event for wedding professionals looking to take their businesses to the next level. Find out the latest in business, tech, trends, and more during this…
Meet fellow ABC planners and wedding industry professionals at all levels, gain insight into the industry, and develop friendships that will last a lifetime! See full story
Trade shows can be seen as an outmoded tool, but they’re not. Here’s why. Read more here
For the fifth year in a row, Wedding Protector Plan® has won this respected and coveted award. Read full story
Luxury wedding gowns for every type of bride were on display. Read full story
The industry’s nine best filmmakers. See full story
From Alexa doing the seating to Trash the Dress, pros discuss their opinions on wedding trends. See full story
LONDON, ENGLAND (PRWEB) JANUARY 06, 2020 The Wedding Academy, formerly the International Academy of Wedding and Event Planning, has released their annual International Wedding Trend Report, compiling insight from industry experts around the world as they weigh in on the top wedding…
Rebecca Grinnals and Kathryn Arce’s Engage! Summit has grown to become a gala with over-the-top decor, music, and multi-course menus. See full story
The event will be held at Klentner Ranch in Carpinteria, CA. Full story here
The Bridal Society, a leading wedding planning certification program, announces its 2020 conference schedule. See full story
The personalization trend is alive and well in the wedding business. Read more here
By Saul Rosen – December 18, 2019 (Newswire.net — December 18, 2019) — As a small business owner, you’re probably aware that using online marketing to drive brand awareness and sales is an integral part of your overall marketing strategy. But did you…
The business, which launched in 2018, is making lives easier for wedding vendors and couples to streamline the contract and invoice process. See full story
The move follows a protest by the group, Color of Change, who accuses the venues of “glorifying” the plantations’ past. Read more here
The latest batch of award-winning photos! Read more here
WeddingWire 2019 Small Business Study Key Findings Global wedding marketplace WeddingWire has released the key findings from its 2019 Small Business Study, a survey of thousands of local wedding professionals and small business owners from across the country. The results reveal the…
The marketing errors to steer clear of if you want to get a good return on your investments. See full story
Best ways to overcome the most common stressors. See full story
Which trends will be having their moment in the spotlight in the coming year? See story here
Maya Simon shares her views on how to build a holistic wedding planning experience. Read more here
The $55 million lifeline will be utilized to reach new customers via digital marketing. Read more here
Learn how to create strong and powerful compositions and receive helpful critiques on your work. Read more here
Seminars, hands-on workshops, and styled shoots spread over 10 cities and 3 countries. Read more here
While things have improved over the years, there is still a long way to go according to industry reps. Read more here
5 tips to make your hotel stand out from the rest. Read more here
NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Oct 15, 2019– The Knot and WeddingWire, two leading brands in the global wedding planning industry, today reveal that nearly 34,000 US couples will get married on October 19, 2019, the most popular wedding day of the year. A Comprehensive Snapshot…
How does social media’s impact on the wedding industry relate to you and your wedding business? See full story
The singer asserts that her daughter is a “cultural icon” and therefore the event company should be barred from using Blue Ivy in their name. See full story
Couples will have the ability to plan, book, and raise funds for their honeymoons at the same time that they plan their main event. Read more here
Demand for rough stones has faltered due to an oversupply of polished gems. See full story
Inspiring conference for professional event pros to enhance their careers. See full story
A one-day conference focusing on risk management for meetings and events professionals. Read more here
Topics will include wedding industry-related business and motivational courses to help you be the best you can be! Full story here
The Skift Global Forum will be held over two days at Lincoln Center’s Frederick P. Rose Hall. See full story
The largest photography and imaging event in North America features over 200 exhibitors and brands displaying thousands of the latest equipment, products, and services. Read full story
At this exclusive event, you will have the opportunity to spend 3 action packed days amongst thousands of event planners, marketers, corporate decision makers, and industry executives all in one place. Read more here
Here are the stats done by The Wedding Report, of the most and least pricey states to tie the knot in. Read full story
Traditionally, the months of June and July have not had the volume of business that travel agents are now experiencing. Read more here
WeddingPro Will Help Hundreds of Thousands of Wedding Professionals Build Relationships With Couples and Each Other to Drive Business Wedding Professionals Will Benefit From More Than 13 Million Engaged Unique Monthly Viewers and Over 1 Million Daily Vendor Recommendations to…
Attention wedding professionals, it’s your week! Wedding Pro Appreciation Week is here again to recognize the hard work of wedding professionals as they help produce amazing weddings. This week, #sharethelove and spread the word about Wedding Pro Appreciation Week! #wedproappreciationweek…
Relatable situations that many business owners will find amusing. See full story
New CEO David Marcum replaces Scott Key, who stepped down in March. See full story
Tara Baker and Arlia Hassell discuss their journey to success. Read more here
The diamond retail industry is struggling to survive. Here’s why. Read full story
Cvent, a market-leading meetings, events, and hospitality technology provider, today announced that it has acquired DoubleDutch, a leader in the mobile event app industry based in San Francisco. Read full story
A day to celebrate wedding professionals by the National Wedding Council. Read full story
NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE)–May 30, 2019– Today, The Knot —the #1 wedding planning and registry resource in the US—released findings from The Knot 2019 Wedding Registry Study, the largest and most comprehensive wedding registry study of engaged and recently married couples in America. The study…
Businesses such as Anomalie and The Groomsman Suit are angling for market share in the world of digital wedding planning. See full story
A 4-day event featuring educational seminars, a trade show, a print competition, and networking events in Las Vegas. Full story here
Save the date for #NACEEXP19 The 2019 NACE Experience conference will be held in Cincinnati, OH from July 14-17. Click here for more information.
The Team Flower conference will be held next year in Pasadena, CA encompassing retail, growers, designers, publications, wholesalers, and bloggers. Full story here
Join fellow caterers, culinary pros, event planners, and business owners in Las Vegas at next year’s annual show. Read more here
2019’s Southeast Photo Convention will be held in beautiful Savannah, Georgia. Full story here
Conde Nast’s Brides magazine has been purchased by Dotdash, a digital media company who has plans to end the print version in the Fall. See full story
The Imaging USA Conference has 80+ sessions to choose from, two all-inclusive parties, two impactful keynotes, and several ceremonies with some of the biggest names in photography. Read more here
Find the best solutions to make your event planning business soar at The Planners Suite Conference in Orlando, Florida. Read more here
