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Wedding Planner Society Podcast
CWP Society is proud to produce the "Wedding Planner Society: Industry Expert Insights" podcast!
Laurie Hartwell & Krisy Thomas, award-winning Master Certified Wedding Planners and Industry Educators from the CWP Society, discuss the real lives of wedding planners and professionals, dispense business tips, and share ways you can elevate yourself and your career in the wedding industry.
Visit the CWP Society website for more information: www.cwpsociety.com
Episodes
86 episodes
Certification Changed Everything: Two Planners Share Their Journeys
Krisy Thomas, COO of the Certified Wedding Planner Society, is joined by two remarkable Certified Wedding Planners, Vicki Amar and Ashley Babbitt, to share their transformative journeys in the wedding industry. This captivating conversation hig...
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Season 4
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Episode 28
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Education + Relationships: The Winning Formula for Wedding Planners
What truly separates thriving wedding planners from those who struggle to build sustainable businesses?In this candid conversation, Master Certified Wedding Planners & Certified Educators, Aisha Garnett and Crystal Dailey join Krisy ...
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Season 4
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Episode 27
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Sacred Partnerships: How Wedding Planners and Church Coordinators Can Work Together
The relationship between wedding planners and church coordinators has long been marked by tension, misunderstandings, and at times, outright conflict. But what if there’s a better way forward?In this episode, Emma Cockerham, Certified Ed...
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Season 4
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Episode 26
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24:22
Trust Over Transactions: Why Ethical Vendor Relationships Matter
Certified Wedding Planner and Certified Educator, Amanda Borrero, joins CWP Society COO, Krisy Thomas, for an unfiltered conversation about one of the wedding industry’s most debated practices: kickbacks.Together, they unpack what kickba...
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Season 4
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Episode 25
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23:48
Inclusive Celebrations: Planning Weddings for Physically Limited Guests
Have you ever considered what it’s like for a guest with mobility challenges to navigate a wedding day? From uneven outdoor paths to inaccessible restrooms, the obstacles they face might surprise you.In this powerful conversation, Krisy ...
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Season 4
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Episode 24
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23:51
Raising the Standard: How Certified Planners Are Redefining the Wedding Industry
Step into the world of wedding planning leadership as Krisy Thomas, COO of the CWP Society, sits down with four extraordinary certified wedding planners who are reshaping the industry across the globe. Together, they share their journeys from s...
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Season 4
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Episode 23
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40:40
The Power of Partnership: When Venue Coordinators and Planners Collaborate
Krisy Thomas, COO of the CWP Society, sits down with Master Certified Planner and Certified Educator Nikki Rodgers, who brings 22 years of experience on both sides of the aisle, for an eye-opening episode that tackles one of the wedding industr...
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Season 4
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Episode 22
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31:05
Why the Best Wedding Planners Never Stop Being Students
What separates thriving wedding planners from those who struggle? In this candid conversation, Master Certified Wedding Planner and Certified Educator, Crystal Dailey, joins Krisy Thomas, COO of the CWP Society, to reveal the transformati...
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Season 4
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Episode 21
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30:16
Suiting Everyone: How Inclusive Design Changed Wedding Fashion
Wedding fashion is evolving beyond tradition, and Katy Eriks, Director of Experience at SuitShop, is helping lead that transformation with a fresh approach to wedding suiting that prioritizes inclusivity, convenience, and personal expression.
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Season 4
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Episode 20
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29:03
Money Talks: The Mid-Year Financial Checkup Every Wedding Planner Needs
Taking a mid-year financial pulse check of your wedding business isn't just smart—it’s transformative.In this episode, Matt Mitchell of The Event Ledger joins
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Season 4
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Episode 19
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24:26
Every Altar is Different: Navigating Religious Wedding Protocols with Respect
Master Certified Wedding Planner, Certified Wedding Planner, and Certified Educator Emma Cockerham teams up with CWP Society COO, Krisy Thomas, to transform how you approach religious ceremonies.This eye‑opening conversation with E...
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Season 4
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Episode 18
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26:03
Beyond Business Cards: The Ethics That Bind Us Together
Kindness, clear communication, and mutual respect aren't just nice-to-haves in the wedding industry—they're the essential building blocks for creating seamless wedding experiences. Certified Wedding Planner and Certified Educator, and Own...
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Season 4
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Episode 16
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43:41
Budgeting with Heart: Creating Financial Confidence for Wedding Clients
Money conversations may not feel romantic, but they're the foundation of every successful wedding celebration. In this illuminating episode, Master Certified Wedding Planner & Certified Educator, Riley Snider joins CWP Society COO, Krisy Th...
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Season 4
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Episode 16
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Are You Ready to Scale? Hard Financial Truths Every Wedding Pro Should Know
Master Certified Wedding Planner, Certified Educator and Co-Founder of The Event Ledger, Matt Mitchell joins the CWP Society's COO, Krisy Thomas for this episode of the Wedding Planner Pro Files to talk about a topic that...
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Season 4
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Episode 15
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Beyond the Hashtag: Social Media Ethics for Wedding Day Assistants
In this eye-opening episode, Hailey Beard of Hailey Beard Events joins host and CWP COO, Krisy Thomas, for a powerful conversation about the often-overlooked ethic...
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Season 4
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Episode 14
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26:49
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Cultural Celebrations: Navigating the Art of South Asian Weddings
From helping her mother with wedding henna applications as a child to becoming a Certified Wedding Planner, Certified Educator, and the proud Owner of Big Guava Events, Rima Shah’s journey reflects the vibrant evolution of cultural celebrations...
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Season 4
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Episode 13
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Social Media Savior: How to Post with Purpose in the Wedding Industry
Feeling overwhelmed by social media? You're not alone. Wedding professionals often struggle to maintain a consistent online presence that actually converts to bookings. Serena Waller, founder of the Dande Agency, joined, CWP Society's COO, Kris...
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Season 4
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Episode 12
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31:37
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Sensory-Friendly Celebrations: Reimagining Wedding Planning for All Minds
Weddings should be joyful celebrations for everyone present, but for neurodivergent individuals—those with autism, ADHD, anxiety, or sensory sensitivities—the typical wedding environment can quickly become overwhelming. Bright lights flash, mus...
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Season 4
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Episode 11
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Transforming Your Wedding Business: The Personal Branding and Marketing Revolution
Krisy Thomas, Vice President of the CWP Society, is joined by special guest Carissa Kruse, marketing guru and founder of Win More Weddings Content Club, for an eye-opening conversation on what truly works in wedding industry marketing today. Wi...
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Season 4
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Episode 10
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32:38
Wedding Associate Certification Now Available through CWP Society!
The CWP Society has launched an innovative Wedding Associate Certification that's transforming how wedding planning teams operate and deliver consistently exceptional service. This new credential ensures every team member—not just lead p...
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Season 4
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Episode 9
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12:39
Beyond Experience: How Education Transforms Wedding Planning Businesses
In this episode, Vice President of the CWP Society and Co-Host, Krisy Thomas sits down with Crystal Dailey, owner of Empower Weddings, and a Master Certified Wedding Planner whose journey proves the transformative power of education in b...
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Season 4
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Episode 8
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33:33
Setting Your Wedding Day Assistants Up for Success
Krisy Thomas, Co-Host and Vice President of the CWP Society, is joined by special guest Hailey Beard to tackle a game-changing topic for wedding planners: transforming assistants into assets, not liabilities.Ever wonder why some weddings...
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Season 4
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Episode 7
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29:58
Beyond the Badge: How CWP Society Elevates Wedding Planners
What happens when wedding planners invest in their education? Co-host Krisy Thomas, Vice President of the CWP Society, interviews three award winning, Master Certified Wedding Planners and Industry Advancement Directors, who reveal the transfor...
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Season 4
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Episode 6
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The Wedding Ministry Certification: A New Era of Church and Planner Partnerships
Emma Cockerham, Master Certified Wedding Planner, Certified Educator and Owner of Infinity Events, joins Krisy Thomas, VP of the CWP Society, on this episode to share her journey from challenging church-hosted weddings to crafting the tra...
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Season 4
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Episode 5
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26:28
Educating Your Couples: Essential Strategies for Planning Success
Unlock the Secrets to Educating Your Couples for a Seamless Planning ExperienceAs a wedding planner, one of your most important roles is educating your couples—helping them navigate the planning process with confidence and clarity. In th...
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Season 4
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Episode 4
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27:37