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EPISODE #9: HOW TO PLAN YOUR DESTINATION WEDDING IN MEXICO WITH SIGNATURE, EVENT CONSULTING & DESIGN A few years ago, I was lucky enough to fly down to Cabo San Lucas to photograph a destination wedding in Mexico and work alongside the highly skilled wedding planning team at Signature, Event Consulting & Design. Led by business partners Sarai Flores and Martha Huerta, Signature Mexico organizes beautiful weddings in not only Cabo San Lucas, but also the Riviera Maya and Punta Mita. Needless to say, their professionalism and attention to details on this wedding day left a lasting impression on me; in this wedding podcast, I sit down with Sarai to get her insider tips on planning a destination wedding in Mexico. From the logistics of arranging travel for your family and friends to minimizing the chance of any unwanted problems along the way, we’ll cover all aspects of destination wedding planning. We’ll also discuss the challenges of finding a team of vendors you can trust when organizing a wedding abroad and the value of using a reputable wedding planning team like Signature Mexico. So if you’re considering a destination wedding in Mexico (or elsewhere around the world), then this wedding podcast is designed to help you plan with ease. Connect with me via: Email | YouTube | Facebook | Instagram Subscribe and leave a rating and review on iTunes!

EPISODE #8: THINGS TO KNOW ABOUt YOUR WEDDING FLORALS WITH WENFLORAL DESIGN STUDIO A few years back I had the pleasure of working with Pasadena-based Wenfloral Design Studio, led by husband and wife team Jamie and Steve. They have more than ten years experience doing florals at some of Southern California’s most sought after wedding venues and I’ve always admired the stunning work they do on bouquets, centerpieces, and other floral arrangements. In this podcast, I sit down with Steve and social media manager Lynne to pick their brains about the logistics of transforming your dream wedding day florals into reality. We discuss the seasonality of particular flowers, temperature concerns, the logistics of getting your florals to the venue, and much more. The team at Wenfloral Design Studio share with me some of their insider wedding florals tips, and professional advice on how to accentuate your venue with the perfect flower arrangements. If you’re in the planning stage for your special day, then this podcast will help you select and style your wedding florals with ease. Connect with me via: Email | YouTube | Facebook | Instagram Subscribe and leave a rating and review on iTunes!

EPISODE #7: HELPFUL TIPS TO PLAN YOUR BIG DAY WITH SAMANTHA HALL EVENTS A few months ago I had the pleasure of working with Southern California wedding planner, Samantha Hall Events, at the celebrity wedding of Kaitlin Doubleday and Devin Lucien. In this podcast, I sit down with Samantha to get her insider wedding planning tips on how to execute your dream day like a professional. Samantha first started planning events while in college, working as an intern in an advertising agency in San Diego. After stints in sports marketing and as a freelance with an events company in Orange County, she became the general manager of a catering company. In this role she helped to coordinate more than 100 weddings a year, equipping her with the skills and knowledge to finally start her own wedding planning company - Samantha Hall Events. From setting a realistic budget to choosing the perfect venue, Samantha discusses numerous wedding planning tips from her professional perspective. We’ll look at how to stay focused on what your wedding day is all about (marrying your best friend) and how to enjoy every step of the wedding planning process, rather than getting stressed out! I’ll ask her advice on every aspect of realizing your dream wedding day….and how exactly do you go about planning a celebrity wedding. If you’re in the midst of planning your own wedding and want a little professional advice, then this episode is a great place to start. Connect with me via: Email | YouTube | Facebook | Instagram Subscribe and leave a rating and review on iTunes!

EPISODE #6: FROM CELEBRITY TO DESTINATION WEDDINGS WITH CHRISTINE CATER FLORAL & EVENT DESIGNS All about Christine; combining artistic crafts with wedding day dreams. Hiring a professional florist gives you freedom to plan, and enjoy your special day. A world market of flowers breaks open new possibilities for brides.  A unique design and collaboration results in priceless value added.  The full client experience; from meet and greet, to show up and clean up.  The value of wedding day flowers is more than that perfect picturesque ending.  Wedding day success is dependent on a client-vendor trust relationship.  The magical moments and thankful hearts are priceless in Christine's eyes.  Creating a wedding vendor team that tells your story is key.  Effective communication is invaluable for saving time on the wedding day.  The vision of Christine Cater Floral & Event Design.  Parting words for brides and grooms.  Conclusion: Coming up on future episodes:  Outline of this episode: [0:25] Introduction to episode six. [3:13] Quick intro of Christine. [6:59] Interview with Christine. [12:57] Why hire a professional florist? [15:57] Common questions from prospective couples. [17:38] Understanding unique vision and collaboration. [18:46] The client experience process. [21:39] The true value of wedding day flowers. [25:01] The wedding day mock-up. [27:51] Christine's favorites. [29:45] How other wedding vendors can help florists. [32:28] Wedding day challenges. [34:18] Whose job is it to pin the boutonnieres? [36:57] All about Christine Cater Floral & Events Design. [45:14] Final take-home tips from Christine. [47:25] Interview wrap up. [48:37] Conclusion. [49.18] Coming up on future episodes. Resources and links mentioned in this episode: http://www.aevitasweddings.com - my wedding photography business. http://www.weddingphotographypodcast.com - my other podcast, the Wedding Photography Podcast. http://www.christinecater.com - Christine Cater Floral & Event Design website. https://www.instagram.com/christinemcater/ - Christine Cater Instagram.  Connect with me via: Email | YouTube | Facebook | Instagram Subscribe and leave a rating and review on iTunes!

EPISODE #5: "I JUST GOT ENGAGED. NOW WHAT?" WITH NOZZA STUDIO All about Trini; founder and owner of Nozza Studio. Announcing your engagement; navigating today's social media. Learning how to deal with unsolicited advice from loved ones is key. Identifying your personal needs and circumstances is key to hiring a wedding planner. Day-of or full-time planner? Why building relationships is essential for a flawless wedding day. Wedding planners take away the overwhelm feeling of finding the perfect venue. Top criteria to consider before hiring a wedding planner. The special moments of a wedding day are priceless, and truly something to be treasured.  Wedding vendors each have their own unique art that needs to be valued and respected. Your wedding planner is your biggest advocate and will see your dreams come to life. Communication should be a top priority for wedding vendors to consider. Tips for brides and grooms to cut costs when planning their wedding day. A passion for building relationships is the fundamental reason that Nozza Studio exists.  Conclusion: Coming up on future episodes: Outline of this episode: [0:32] Introduction to the episode. [5:37] Interview with Trini Leon. [6:34] Overview and background of Trini. [8:56] Tips on how to announce your engagement. [11:05] How to deal with unsolicited advice. [13:58] Understanding when to start planning your wedding. [16:03] Top questions asked by prospective brides and grooms. [18:50] Planner or day-of coordinator? Advice for couples. [20:55] Specific examples and benefits of a wedding planner. [23:59] Criteria of a wedding planner. [26:36] Trini's favorite parts of a wedding day. [28:25] Things Trini would like to change about the wedding industry. [31:56] Demystifying the biggest misconception of a wedding planner. [35:13] Tips for vendors. [36:40] Cost-cutting tips for brides and groom. [40:20] Nozza Studio vision. [42:34] Future goals for Trini, and her studio. [45:46] Parting words from Trini. [48:41] Interview wrap up and reminders. [49:49] Coming up on future episodes. Resources and links mentioned in this episode: http://www.yourweddingpodcast.com/free — free wedding day photography tips PDF. http://www.aevitasweddings.com — my wedding photography business. http://www.weddingphotographypodcast.com — my other podcast, the Wedding Photography Podcast. http://www.yourweddingpodcast.com/nozzastudio — link to episode show notes. http://www.nozzastudio.com — Nozza Studio's website. https://www.instagram.com/nozzastudio/ — Nozza Studio's Instagram. https://twitter.com/nozzastudio — Nozza Studio's Twitter. Connect with me via: Email | YouTube | Facebook | Instagram   Subscribe and leave a rating and review on iTunes!

EPISODE #4: FROM THE GROUND UP, MEETING AND EXCEEDING EXPECTATIONS WITH NOOR About Robert; how he went from working with musicians to producing weddings. Exceeding the expectations of brides and grooms on their wedding day. Frequent questions from brides and grooms, and the importance of top-notch customer service. The history of the Noor event space and the inspiration behind it all.  The meaning behind the name, Noor and how it is perfectly suited to their ideal client. Top concerns that brides and grooms have when it comes to choosing their wedding venue. Event space specifics within Noor and its unique location benefits. Tips and advice: bridging the gap between vendor and venue. The wedding coordinator is the glue that holds your wedding day together. Communicating expectations is key to keep the party going. Hosting weddings is an inspiration to impact the lives of others in a positive way. Taking a behind-the-scenes look at the journey of Noor. How to book your wedding at Noor. Conclusion: Coming up on future episodes: Outline of this episode: [0:23] Announcement. [0:31] Introduction and overview of episode. [4:54] Start of interview. [5:32] About Robert, owner of Noor and head of marketing and sales. [7:29] The keys to exceeding expectations. [8:53] Top questions asked by prospective couples. [12:15] Inspiration for starting Noor. [14:51] The meaning behind the name, Noor. [16:52] Top concerns couples have about their venue. [18:34] Unique elements of the Noor event spaces. [20:27] Vendor tips and advice from the venue [22:46] Discussing wedding coordinator tips. [24:23] Uncovering misconceptions and lessons learned. [26:06] Robert's personal inspirations about hosting weddings. [27:45] Behind-the-scenes with Noor. [33:00] Booking your wedding at Noor. [35:14] Interview wrap up and parting words from Robert. [36:47] Key take-aways from the interview. [38:32] Episode wrap-up and final notes. [40:25] Coming up on future episodes.   Resources and links mentioned in this episode: http://www.aevitasweddings.com — my wedding photography business. http://www.noorevents.com/ — Noor's website. https://www.weddingwire.com/ — Wedding Wire wedding resource site. https://www.theknot.com/ — The Knot wedding resource site. http://www.weddingphotographypodcast.com/ — my other podcast, the Wedding Photography Podcast.  Connect with me via: Email | YouTube | Facebook | Instagram   Subscribe and leave a rating and review on iTunes!

EPISODE #3: ASK, ASK, ASK! HOW TO FIND A WEDDING DJ THAT’S BEST FOR YOU WITH DJ MOJOE All about DJ MOJOE. A glimpse at the behind-the-scenes preparation of a wedding DJ. The top question a bride and groom asks their wedding DJ. Important criteria for couples to look for when hiring a wedding DJ. Understanding the importance of uniformity, having a DJ who can also take on the role of MC. The top reasons why DJ MOJOE loves being in the wedding industry. What are the challenges of being a wedding DJ in the industry today? Myths, misconceptions, and false assumptions about wedding DJs; what couples need to know. 3 tips for couples when planning their wedding and finding the perfect wedding DJ. More about DJ MOJOE; saving the city, one party at a time. Conclusion: Coming up on future episodes: Outline of this episode: [0:25] Announcement. [0:34] Introduction to episode and guest. [5:29] Start of interview with DJ MOJOE. [6:10] A background on Joe and his experience. [11:33] Discussing top questions couples ask their DJ. [13:16] Criteria to look for when hiring a wedding DJ. [15:34] Learning how to create a cohesive wedding night. [18:07] Learn what DJ MOJOE loves about being in the wedding industry. [20:08] The challenges Joe faces as a wedding DJ. [23:40] Misconceptions and false assumptions couples have. [26:01] Final tips for brides and grooms to know before hiring a wedding DJ. [28:13] Wrapping up the interview, more about DJ MOJOE. [31:39] Contact information for DJ MOJOE. [32:36] Parting words of advice for brides and grooms. [33:18] Conclusion and interview summary. [35:05] Final announcements. [36:02] Coming up on future episodes.   Resources and links mentioned in this episode: http://www.aevitasweddings.com — my wedding photography business. http://www.weddingphotographypodcast.com — my other podcast, the Wedding Photography Podcast. http://www.djmojoe.com — DJ MOJOE’s website. https://www.facebook.com/djmojoe — DJ MOJOE’s Facebook page. https://www.instagram.com/dj_mojoe/ — DJ MOJOE’s Instagram page. https://www.youtube.com/djmojoeofficial — DJ MOJOE’s YouTube channel. Connect with me via: Email | YouTube | Facebook | Instagram   Subscribe and leave a rating and review on iTunes!

EPISODE #02: WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW BEFORE YOU START PLANNING YOUR BIG DAY WITH ME WEDDINGS About ME Weddings and the two ladies behind it all.  The difference between a wedding planner and a venue coordinator. What is the benefit of hiring a planner in the first place? What can you really expect from a wedding planner? What ME love about wedding planners. The challenges of being a wedding planner often depend on the professionalism of other vendors. The misconceptions brides and grooms have about hiring a wedding planner. Tangible tips for brides and grooms to know before the wedding day. Wedding planning cost-saving tips, without compromising on quality of services. Criteria to consider when hiring a wedding planner. What separates ME Weddings from other wedding planners? Conclusion: Coming up on future episodes: Outline of this episode: [0:23] Announcement. [0:32] Introduction of the episode. [3:45] Guest introductions and start of interview. [8:13] Discussing the difference between a wedding planner and venue coordinator. [10:44] Understanding the importance of hiring a wedding planner. [14:20] What to expect from a wedding planner. [18:53] Melissa and Elsa share their favorite parts of being wedding planners. [21:22] Some dislikes about being a wedding planner. [24:22] Misconceptions of hiring a wedding planner. [28:42] Tips for brides and grooms planning their wedding. [31:17] Cost-saving tips for wedding planning. [33:00] Criteria a couple should look for when hiring a wedding planner. [36:07] Discussing how ME Weddings distinguish themselves in the industry. [39:24] Information on how to get in touch with ME Weddings. [41:28] Interview wrap up. [42:50] Conclusion. [44:01] Coming up on future episodes.   Resources and links mentioned in this episode: http://me-weddings.com — website of ME Weddings. http://www.weddingphotographypodcast.com — my other podcast, the Wedding Photography Podcast. http://www.aevitasweddings.com — my wedding photography business. Connect with me via: Email | YouTube | Facebook | Instagram   Subscribe and leave a rating and review on iTunes!

EPISODE #1: AN ALTERNATIVE WAY TO HELP BRIDES AND GROOMS PLAN THEIR WEDDING A little more about me, Henry Chen of Aevitas Weddings, and why I started this podcast. Wedding vendors have to depend on excellent communication skills to go far beyond the responsibilities of the wedding day. Building up trust with a prospective couple is a critical step to putting them at ease. Providing brides and grooms with the complete package allows them to confidently invest in your services. Building a team around the couple is a key component in the successful planning of their wedding day. Valuing your relationships with other wedding vendors is an integral part to the happiness of the couple. A new platform creates an unique outlet for vendors to communicate their brands to prospective couples. The logistics and outcome of a couple's wedding day is dependent on the venue they choose. Conclusion: Coming up on future episodes: Outline of this episode: [0:22] Introduction and overview of the podcast, and your host. [4:50] Discussing the importance of setting prospective couples at ease. [8:22] Highlighting common questions from brides and grooms. [11:01] Tips for helping the couple plan their wedding day. [16:31] Overview of how this podcast is a complement to existing resources. [17:57] Speaking to wedding vendors about coming together as a team. [25:11] Touching on the third group of stakeholders, wedding venues. [29:37] Summary of the episode. [30:31] A thanks for listening, and extra information. [32:10] Coming up on future episodes.   Resources and links mentioned in this episode: http://www.aevitasweddings.com — my wedding photography website. http://www.weddingphotographypodcast.com — my other podcast, the Wedding Photography Podcast.  Connect with me via: Email | YouTube | Facebook | Instagram   Subscribe and leave a rating and review on iTunes!