Aileen Choi Photography, and what is important for couples to know when booking!

It's all about presentation with Lola

Today it's all about PRESENTATION! Our long time team member and our friend Lola joins us on the podcast today. Lola not only is an essential part of the Say Events team, but she has an extensive background in catering, food and beverage and service. We focus on why it is important to hire a caterer that is a wedding caterer and how small details can really make or break your day. We talk about some of our past learning experiences and why presenting your catered wedding food is just as important as any other element of your wedding day.  We give you tips on selecting your caterer! What type of services you expect from them and should have you running the other way if seeing those red flags.

Becoming your best self with Lifestyle Transformations Coaches Ryan Miske & Chris Menzies

We welcome back Coach RD (Aka Ryan Miske) and new business partner Chris Menzies, co-owners of Lifestyle Transformations.   It's January and you're thinking about your wedding coming up this year, and you want to get in shape and look your best! We dive into the importance of becoming the best version of yourself, how use the right tools and adapting to the right mindset to get you there. We debunk fad diets and the coaches break down why you have to look at everything when starting a fitness and weight loss journey. Using a holistic approach addressing not just fitness but your overall well-being,body, mind. It's not about quick fixes, it's about how to keep you looking healthy and keeping you happy for a long life, even after the wedding! Ryan & Chris are local to Vancouver, but can work virtually with anyone! If you want to know more or want to join their program, the links are below! Lifestyle Transformations [https://www.lifestyletransformations.ca/]Lifestyle Transformations Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/the.lifestyle.transformation/] Coach RD Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/coached.by.rd?igsh=MW1yMzdmdmJsNHlwZg==]Coach Chris Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/chrismenzcoach/?hl=en]Coach Chris's #1 book: "MAN" THE F*UCK UP! A guide to manful Mastery, For the modern man [https://manupbook.manfulcoaching.com/]

Aileen Choi Photography, and what is important for couples to know when booking!

On this episode, we talk with the uber talented Aileen Choi of Aileen Choi photography, and touch on topics like what one thing couples should ask for when booking a wedding photography, and when is the best time to book their photography. We also get into a more intimate conversation on how her perspective as a photographer has changed now that she's experienced the fun of being a Bride, and how to navigate those feelings of anxiety to ensure you have the best day with your loved ones! NOTES: Aileen Choi Photography [https://www.aileenchoiphoto.com/] Together We Co. [https://www.togetherweco.com/] Crime Junkie [https://crimejunkiepodcast.com/] NFF [https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/were-all-in-this-together-feat-together-we-co/id1723256445?i=1000678544570]

You're Engaged, Now What!

Hey Folks! We're back with a new face-ish, definitely a new voice, but always the same vibe and love for our wedding couples. In this episode, we reintroduce ourselves, and share our origin story, as well why we're qualified to give you advice while you plan your wedding! In this episode, we ask one crucial question that you as a couple should consider during your planning journey - what are you most looking forward to on your wedding day! Listen in as we explain why this is such an important question to ask and why it's so important to be on the same page! Notes! Podcasts we're listening to right now: The Rest is History [https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-rest-is-history/id1537788786], Hollywood Crime Scene [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hollywood-crime-scene/id1262899883], Trashy Royals [https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/trashy-royals/id1680920393], Toni + Ryan [https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/toni-and-ryan/id1526634903], Best Friends [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/best-friends-with-nicole-byer-and-sasheer-zamata/id1464766741], Because News [https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/because-news/id1030012459] Our DJ, Joe: VanDjCo [https://vancouverdjcompany.com/] Our Episodes: Consider this for Your Tented Wedding [https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/consider-this-for-your-tented-wedding/id1513840808?i=1000555959050], How to Fire A Vendor [https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/how-to-fire-a-vendor-for-all-the-right-reasons/id1513840808?i=1000507018414]

5 Ways to Qualify your Vendors

Hey all! This week we talk about 5 ways to qualify your vendors! Now that you're in the beginning stages of your planning, and you're looking to book your wedding vendors, here are some things to think about when in the researching/booking/working part of your journey. 5 Ways to Qualify Your Vendors: 1. Look online! 2. Recommendations, Referrals, Testimonials, Have you seen them in action before on another wedding?  3. The boring things - Do they have a contract?? Do they want a deposit? Is it clear how their services work?  4. What are their values, vibe, who they are, do you like them? 5. Professionalism!!! Hello!!  AND!! Don't forget to join us at The Love Brunch, held on Sunday April 28, 2024 at the Loft Earls, in Yaletown. This unique opportunity lets you chat with a panel of Vancouver Wedding Vendors in an intimate and interactive way. Tickets are sold here [https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/the-love-brunch-tickets-850177011327], they're limited so don't wait to book! We only have space for a few couples!