IWED Uncut: An Event Designer Podcast

Behind the Curtain: Managing Event Venues

Send a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2134574/open_sms] This episode will highlight your journey as a venue owner and give our listeners—mainly event designers, planners, and aspiring industry pros—an inside look at what it really takes to run successful event spaces. Here’s a quick breakdown of the episode flow: * Intro: I’ll introduce you and set the stage for the conversation * Your Journey: How you got started in the industry and became a venue owner * Behind the Business: What it’s like managing and operating event venues * Design + Layouts: Trends you’re seeing and how you work with designers * Collaboration Tips: What you love (and don’t love) when working with planners and stylists * Rapid Fire: Fun, quick Q&A to close it out * Wrap-Up: Where people can find/follow you and any advice you want to leave our audience with Podcast Find us on FACEBOOK [https://www.facebook.com/IWEDGlobalSchool] or INSTAGRAM [https://www.instagram.com/iwed_global/]@iwed_global

Bringing Events to Life: The Power of AV Production with Company Video and Motion

Send a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2134574/open_sms] This episode dives into the art and impact of AV event production, exploring how Company Video and Motion creates unforgettable event experiences. The episode will highlight techniques, technology, and the process of transforming an event’s vision into a visually immersive experience, perfect for designers looking to add a compelling audio-visual layer to their events. Find us on FACEBOOK [https://www.facebook.com/IWEDGlobalSchool] or INSTAGRAM [https://www.instagram.com/iwed_global/]@iwed_global

Unlocking the Secrets to Boosting Event Leads & Booking

Send a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2134574/open_sms] In this episode of IWED Uncut, host Lucy Molina sits down with special guest Tom Chelednik, an industry expert from The Knot and WeddingPro, to tackle one of the most crucial topics for wedding professionals: increasing leads and bookings. Thank you Tom for being a guest, make sure to follow our guest to get more insight via Instagram: @ TOM_CHELEDNIK ,  @WEDDINGPRO AND @THEKNOT Episode Highlights: * Understanding the Current Landscape: Tom and Lucy explore trends in lead generation, discussing common mistakes professionals make and how to avoid them. * Effective Strategies for Lead Generation: Learn how to generate leads both online and offline with personalized communication and modern tools. * Converting Leads to Bookings: From optimizing your sales process to timely follow-ups, this segment is packed with tips for turning potential clients into paying customers. * Real-World Case Studies: Get inspired by real success stories and actionable strategies you can apply to your own business. Exclusive Offer for IWED Uncut Listeners: Enjoy 11% off* your event decor supplies and hardware from Event Decor Direct, our podcast sponsor. Listen for the discount code in each episode and visit Event Decor Direct for all your event decor needs. *Terms and conditions apply. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram @iwed_global. Find us on FACEBOOK [https://www.facebook.com/IWEDGlobalSchool] or INSTAGRAM [https://www.instagram.com/iwed_global/]@iwed_global

Essential Tips for Navigating the Emotional Rollercoaster of The Event Design Industry

Send a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2134574/open_sms] Listen in to the new IWED Uncut podcast episode as your host, Lucy Molina, Design Expert & Director of Education at the Institute of Wedding & Event Design discusses the rollercoaster that entering the event design can be in terms of mishaps and emotions.  As new designers learn and get more experienced, navigating this often hectic terrain will get easier, but being new at something can at times be used to your advantage.  Lucy goes over cost/benefit analysis in terms of taking risks and knowing that learning from your mistakes will serve to further build your confidence. Starting out in the industry allows you to bring a fresh and new perspective, with innovative ideas to the table.  New designers and business owners in the industry need to remember that building relationships is important when starting out and always in this industry, in terms of knowing vendors, having connections, support, and mentors, and possibly creating new opportunities for oneself.  You Won’t Wanna Miss… Lucy’s Biggest Tips from Episode 7:  1. Embracing challenges as opportunities for growth. 2. Use your newness to ask questions and challenge the status quo.  3. Remember that every expert was once a beginner JUST LIKE YOU! As an exclusive offer for all our IWED Uncut listeners, get 11% off* your event decor supplies and hardware from our podcast partner and sponsor, Event Decor Direct. Listen for each new episode for the discount code to apply at checkout. Discover the ultimate destination for all your event decor needs at Event Decor Direct: https://www.eventdecordirect.com/catalog/index.php *Terms and Conditions Apply; One-time use per customer; Offer cannot be combined with other codes or discounts; Code discount excludes furniture, floor, carpet, stages, and Chauvet + ADJ products. And, tune in again for our next episode, dropping Thursday, August 8, 2024. Find us on FACEBOOK [https://www.facebook.com/IWEDGlobalSchool] or INSTAGRAM [https://www.instagram.com/iwed_global/]@iwed_global

Crafting Memories: The Art of Bespoke Stationery

Send a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2134574/open_sms] Listen to the latest edition of the podcast as your host, Lucy Molina, is joined by the President and Owner of An Affair to Remember, Marci Guttenberg who specializes in creating completely custom, individualized wedding stationery: from save-the-dates to invitations to itineraries and menus. Marci can bring any couple's vision to LIFE with her work. Find out all there is to know about the wedding industry, on paper, and how it can truly make or break an event!  Marci shares the challenges she's faced and the invaluable lessons learned along the way. We explore the creative process behind her unique and personalized designs, uncovering her sources of inspiration and favorite techniques. Marci also provides insights into current and upcoming trends in the stationery industry and offers practical advice for aspiring stationery designers on managing client expectations and effective marketing strategies.  Join us for an engaging discussion on the artistry and business of bespoke stationery, and the essential role it plays in event design. A big thanks goes out to An Affair to Remember by Marci-- President & Owner-- Marci Guttenberg for taking the time to join the podcast. We wish her all future success with her business! You can find An Affair to Remember on Facebook by searching An Affair to Remember by Marci and IG  @anaffairtorememberbymarci as well as at the website www.rsvps4u.com  As an exclusive offer for all our IWED Uncut listeners, get 11% off* your event decor supplies and hardware from our podcast partner and sponsor, Event Decor Direct. Listen for each new episode for the discount code to apply at checkout. Discover the ultimate destination for all your event decor needs at Event Decor Direct: https://www.eventdecordirect.com/catalog/index.php *Terms and Conditions Apply; One-time use per customer; Offer cannot be combined with other codes or discounts; Code discount excludes furniture, floor, carpet, stages, and Chauvet + ADJ products. And, tune in again for our next episode, dropping Thursday, July 11, 2024. Find us on FACEBOOK [https://www.facebook.com/IWEDGlobalSchool] or INSTAGRAM [https://www.instagram.com/iwed_global/]@iwed_global