5 Networking Groups and Opportunities for Wedding Professionals
Networking is an important aspect of marketing for any business, but particularly for wedding industry professionals.
As a matter of fact, it is beneficial for far more than just marketing. Networking has allowed me to create friendships in my business, meet mentors, and get advice that is either location or industry-specific.
Here is a list of five places wedding industry professionals can network.
WIPA: Wedding International Professionals Association
Local Chapters: Yes!
Membership: Annual Fee
Features: Membership Directories, In-person events, Online workshops
Local Chapters: Yes! (The website does not currently feature a listing to local chapters. I recommend a Google or Facebook search to find yours!)
Membership: Free
Features: Based on each chapter/community. The Long Island chapter currently offers monthly online workshops and one monthly meet-up.
National Association of Catering and Events
Local Chapters: Yes!
Membership: Annual Fee
Features: Education, Member Discounts, Membership Directories
Association of Bridal Consultants
Local Chapters: No, but does have local events
Membership: Annual Fee
Features: In-person events, Certifications, Membership Directories
Your Local Chamber of Commerce
Membership: Annual Fee
Features: In-person events, Hyperlocal marketing
While your local chamber of commerce may not seem wedding industry-specific, there are many benefits a wedding professional can receive! Listen to episode 104 of the I Do Wedding Marketing Podcast to hear my breakdown of the benefits.
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