Wed Biz 100

Racial Inequality and the Way Forward

This is a conversation with Desiree Dent and Bron Hansboro about racial inequality in the wedding industry and in the world. I hope you’ll listen to this entire episode with an open mind and an open heart.

WedBiz 100 interview featuring Mateo and Company

I have observed that the most successful business owners continually push themselves out of their comfort zone to take their businesses to the next level. The journey for Mateo and Company has definitely mirrored this path. In just the last two years Matthew and Cody have made strategic pricing decisions, created their own signature way to build their wedding community and relaunched their brand. If your business is looking to evolve, this is an episode you won’t want to miss.

WedBiz 100 interview featuring Susana Diharce

For more than a decade, Susana Diharce has quietly been helping planners and event designers across the country be part of The Knot’s event industry community. From bringing innovative designers to create wow-worthy moments at The Knot Gala, to partnering with industry pros in every market for our local Mixers and Workshops, Susie has made an indelible impact on our community. Hear the origin story of The Knot’s first gala at The New York Public Library, including many nail-biting moments, as well as how Susana and her team identify and work with up-and-coming talent for future events.

WedBiz 100 interview featuring Manolo Doreste

Manolo Doreste, a luxury wedding photographer based in Miami, knows how to make an impression that sticks, not only with wedding industry friends but with every single one of his clients. Listen to our chat about growing his business beyond weddings, why he hates a certain item that women wear on their wrists and how his focus on customer experience got his business featured in The New York Times.

WedBiz 100 interview featuring Jason Rhee

Jason Rhee is a truth teller wrapped in a package of hilarity, energy and joy. Jason and I chat about producing and designing his very first international destination wedding in Scotland, what he did to raise his profile in the Los Angeles + OC markets and why he thinks his background in comedy helps him get through the inevitable “imperfect” moments.