Member News – September 2023

Member News – September 2023 As always, a big shout out to our members that have made the news. Below you’ll find members that have been highlighted or otherwise recognized. Thank you to those that submitted news this month and thank you to our members that continue to push the outside of the envelope in some way. WIPA Chapter Leader ...

WIPA is Maui Strong – Please Support Hawaii

WIPA is Maui Strong - Please Support Hawaii The recent events in Maui have left many of our colleagues devastated. The level of destruction and loss in Lahaina is staggering, with an estimated 20-30 event professionals having lost their homes entirely. In light of this situation, WIPA is making a donation to the SEARCH Foundation to support their mission of providing ...

Member News – August 2023

Member News – August 2023 As always, a big shout out to our members that have made the news. Below you’ll find members that have been highlighted or otherwise recognized. Thank you to those that submitted news this month and thank you to our members that continue to push the outside of the envelope in some way. HipMaps announced they ...

WIPA Celebrates Love + Pride 🏳️‍🌈

WIPA Celebrates Love + Pride 🏳️‍🌈 On June 11, 2023, WIPA Southern California celebrated the Los Angeles Pride Parade. WIPA Southern California was honored with the opportunity to walk in @lapride this year to celebrate and support our LGBTQIA+ community. Marriage for all, weddings for all, LOVE for all! Special thanks to @elevatefilmsllc for capturing all the magic. 🤩 Vendor Sponsors: ...

Member News – June 2023

Member News – June 2023 As always, a big shout out to our members that have made the news. Below you’ll find members that have been highlighted or otherwise recognized. Thank you to those that submitted news this month and thank you to our members that continue to push the outside of the envelope in some way. Meghan Ely of ...

Key Tech Apps to Run Your Wedding Business in 2023

Key Tech Apps to Run Your Wedding Business in 2023 By Kevin Dennis, Fantasy Sound Event Services Planning and running a successful wedding business requires a balance of creativity, organization, and efficiency. With the rapid advancement of technology, new tools and applications have emerged to streamline processes and boost productivity. Though there are plenty to choose from, there are a ...

How to be authentically LGBTQ+ inclusive and affirming in your wedding business

How to be authentically LGBTQ+ inclusive and affirming in your wedding business By Kirsten Palladino More wedding and event pros are opening their hearts and business doors to the LGBTQ+ community. As this welcoming happens, it’s important to take note of the level at which businesses are saying yes to equality. While running our LGBTQ+ wedding magazine, Equally Wed, since ...

Member News – May 2023

Member News – May 2023 As always, a big shout out to our members that have made the news. Below you’ll find members that have been highlighted or otherwise recognized. Thank you to those that submitted news this month and thank you to our members that continue to push the outside of the envelope in some way. Veronica Silghigian, founder ...

Understanding Consumer Expectations in 2023

Understanding Consumer Expectations in 2023 By Randi Bushell, Merri  The wedding and event industry has changed vastly over the past few decades. As a result, we’re seeing plenty of unique spins on classic traditions as couples look for new ways to make their celebration stand out. And with the wedding boom continuing in 2023, there are a handful of things ...

Member News – April 2023

Member News – April 2023 As always, a big shout out to our members that have made the news. Below you’ll find members that have been highlighted or otherwise recognized. Thank you to those that submitted news this month and thank you to our members that continue to push the outside of the envelope in some way. Artem Lomaz, wedding ...