Wedding Planner Pro Files: Industry Expert Insights
CWP Society is proud to produce the "Wedding Planner Pro Files: 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
68 episodes
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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38:54
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
Nurturing Success: Mastering Vendor Relationships in the Wedding Industry
Discover the secrets to success in the wedding planning industry with our special guest, Certified Educator and Certified Wedding Planner, Amanda Borrero. Amanda joins us to share her invaluable insights on building robust vendor relation...
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Season 4
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Episode 3
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31:51
From Passion to Profit: Financial Mastery for Wedding Experts
Unlock the secrets to mastering financial management in the wedding industry with insights from our esteemed guest, Matt Mitchell. With his unparalleled expertise in both wealth management and event planning, Matt joins Laurie Hartwell, to tack...
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Season 4
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Episode 2
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38:19
Beyond Experience: Elevating the Standards of Wedding Planners (S4, E1)
Can you imagine planning a $100,000 wedding without the right skills or support? Join me, Laurie Hartwell, as I share invaluable lessons planners learned (sometimes the hard way) about the importance of proper training and certification in navi...
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Season 4
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Episode 1
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6:38
Unlocking Success in Wedding Planning: Building Community and Achieving Goals
Discover how to elevate your wedding planning career with the invaluable insights of Aisha Garnett, a Master Certified Wedding Planner and Certified Educator, in this episode of the Wedding Planner Profiles podcast. Unlock the secrets of connec...
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Season 3
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Episode 18
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34:39
The Power of Industry Relationships: Discovering The Secret To Success
Discover how authentic relationships can revolutionize your wedding planning business with insights from Amanda Borerro, owner of For the Love of Events. Gain practical tips on transforming professional connections into trusted friendships that...
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Season 3
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Episode 17
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34:42
Making Your Clients Happy
Unlock the secrets to keeping your wedding clients overjoyed and stress-free with our expert insights on the Wedding Planner Pro Files podcast. Join Laurie Hartwell and Krisy Thomas as they reveal strategies that transform the client experience...
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Season 3
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Episode 16
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38:11
Lady Whistlewed: Demystifying the Roles of Wedding Planners and Venue Coordinators
Prepare to unravel the mystery behind the distinct roles of wedding planners and venue coordinators with the vibrant prose of Lady Whistlewed, as we promise to untangle these pivotal positions in the world of weddings. Tune in to the enchanting...
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Season 3
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Episode 15
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4:29
Dear Gentle Reader: A Wedding Planner's Passport to Prestige
Ever wondered what sets the top wedding planners apart? Join us as Lady Whistlewed reveals the secret ingredient to their success: certification from the prestigious CWP Society. Discover how this rigorous program transforms aspiring coordinato...
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4:19
Enhancing Collaboration Between Wedding Planners and Church Coordinators
Why do so many wedding planners and church coordinators clash during the happiest day of a couple's life?" This episode of the Wedding Planner Pro Files Podcast is an eye-opener as we unravel the frequent misunderstandings and miscommunications...
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27:35
Transforming Wedding Stress into Wedding Success: How To Educate Your Couples
Can setting clear boundaries and acting with confidence really reduce wedding planning stress? Discover the insights of Riley Gersch, owner of Elegant Affairs by Design and a Master Certified Wedding Planner, as she unpacks the secrets to build...
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Season 3
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Episode 15
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23:21
Misguided Vendors Who Discourage Couples From Hiring Wedding Planners
Lady Whistlewed is at it again! In her latest column she discussed the folly of wedding professionals discouraging couples from hiring wedding planners. Uncover...
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Season 3
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Episode 14
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20:00
Lady Whistlewed: Why Wedding Planners Are Essential for a Proper Wedding
Ever wonder what sets a certified wedding planner apart from the rest? Today, we promise to unravel that mystery with Laurie Hartwell, founder of the CWP Society, and Krisy Thomas, its Vice President. Together, they shed light on the crucial di...
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Season 3
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Episode 13
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20:06
Wedding Pros: Please read the Planners Wedding Day Timeline!
What happens when a string quartet plays just a bit too long at a wedding? Chaos ensues, and we're here to tell you why reading and sticking to the Wedding Day Itinerary is absolutely critical. On today's episode of the Wedding Planner Profiles...
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Season 3
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Episode 12
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24:01
Elevating Your Wedding Planning Career: Professional Growth & Opportunities
Ready to unlock the secrets of becoming a top-tier wedding planner? In this episode of the Wedding Planner Pro Files Podcast, we had the pleasure of chatting with Crystal Dailey, the esteemed owner of A Crystal Event in Atlanta, Georgia. Crysta...
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30:45
Lady Whistlewed: The Hidden Costs of Underpricing
What if underpricing your wedding planning services is hurting you more than you think? Tune in as Laurie Hartwell and Krisy Thomas explore this pivotal issue, drawing inspiration from Lady Whistlewed's latest column. Through the cautionary tal...
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Season 3
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Episode 14
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17:39
Lady Whistlewed: How Planners Make the Impossible Possible
Ever wondered why even the most budget-conscious couples might want to engage a wedding planner? Join us in this illuminating episode as Laurie Hartwell, CEO of the CWP Society, and Krisy Thomas, Vice President and owner of Southern Sparkle Wed...
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Season 3
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Episode 12
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23:02
From Shot Lists to Seamless Days: Wedding Planner and Photographer Insights
Imagine ensuring that every single moment of a wedding is captured perfectly without any last-minute surprises. Laurie Hartwell, Krisy Thomas, and Aisha Garnett join us to unravel the common, but critical, challenge of when photography companie...
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Season 3
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Episode 12
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28:43
Harnessing Tech/AI for Wedding Ceremonies, Vows, and Toasts: Introducing PROVENANCE
Imagine a world where AI transforms wedding ceremonies into unforgettable, deeply personalized experiences. Today, we bring you an exclusive conversation with Steven Greitzer, CEO and founder, and Josh Fagel, head of business development, as th...
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Season 3
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Episode 11
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36:00