I am so excited to be apart of the Bridal Society's certification program coming to Greensboro in February! This is my first of hopefully many certification classes and I can't help but share the exciting things we are going to learn about. You have no idea how excited I am :) What a great opportunity! The Bridal Society.
- Wedding Statistics
- Learn what types of events you can plan
- Your role as a wedding planner
- Understanding your personality
- Maximizing your strengths
- Overview of the wedding planning process
- Typical week in the life of a planner
- Real Stores - Real Situations
- Wedding etiquette
- Wedding trends
- Customs and traditions
- Wedding Decor
- Linens (Style & sizes)
- Center pieces
- Lighting
- Draping
- Tablescapes
- Room layout
- Party favors
- Place settings
- Terminology
- Wedding dreams vs. Wedding reality
- Effective communication
- Tracking RSVPs
- Educating your clients
- Gown styles
- Veils
- Blushers
- How to bustle
- Dress designers
- Understanding and working with vendors:
- Florists
- Venues
- Photographers
- Videographers
- Transportation provider
- Bakers
- Designers
- Rental companies
- Entertainment
- and more...
- Creating packages
- Advertising
- Develop business relationships
- Communication strategies
- Where the jobs are
- Building a portfolio
- Market place evaluation
- Business start up costs
- Preparing for your career
- Website design
- Creating contracts
- Reviewing vendor contracts
- Closing deals
- Competition
- The art of "tact"
- Helping your client create her vision
- Site visits
- Dealing with challenging clients
- Initial consultations
- Client meetings
- Vendor meetings
- Budget management
- Business license requirements
- Itinerary Construction
- Rehearsal Coordination
- Wedding Day Coordination
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